The TrailHead

2.0 star property
Mountain hotel within easy reach of Heavenly Gondola

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Lake view
Courtyard view
View from room
Property entrance
Snow and ski sports

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Ski facilities
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Near the beach
  • Ski storage
  • Terrace
  • Vending machine
  • Picnic area
  • Limited hour front desk
  • TV in a common area
Feel at home
  • Microwave
  • Premium TV channels
  • Terrace
  • Blackout curtains
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
  • Premium bedding
The price is €145
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 January 2025

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About the area

Map
3892 Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA, 96150

What's nearby

  • Heavenly Gondola - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Casino at Harveys Lake Tahoe - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Lakeside Beach - 2 min drive - 1.2 km
  • Golden Nugget Lake Tahoe Casino - 2 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL) - 15 min drive
  • Reno Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) - 60 min drive
  • Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Base Camp Pizza Co. - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Blue Dog Gourmet Pizza - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬13 min walk

About this property

The TrailHead

When you stay at The TrailHead, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Heavenly Gondola and Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe. Freebies such as WiFi and self-parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking and mountain biking. Also, Heavenly Ski Resort and Casino at Harveys Lake Tahoe are a short five-minute drive away. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 36 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
  • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
  • Express check-in/out available
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is 11 AM
  • Contactless check-out

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
  • If you are planning to arrive after 4:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total)*
  • Service animals welcome
  • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
  • Pets must be supervised

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free secured on-site self-parking
  • Free on-site motorhome/coach/lorry parking

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Scuba-diving nearby
  • Scooter/moped hire nearby
  • Zip-lining nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Ski storage

Facilities

  • Built in 1949
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Low-height worktop and sink

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Mini fridge
  • Microwave

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 100 per stay

Optional extras

  • Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 15.00

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per pet, per night

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a security system on-site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Also known as

TrailHead Motel South Lake Tahoe
TrailHead South Lake Tahoe
Vagabond Inn South Lake Tahoe Hotel South Lake Tahoe
The TrailHead Hotel
The TrailHead South Lake Tahoe
The TrailHead Hotel South Lake Tahoe

Frequently asked questions

Does The TrailHead offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The TrailHead does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The TrailHead?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 30 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at The TrailHead?
Yes, there's free self parking. Free motorhome/bus/lorry parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The TrailHead?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 15.00. Express check-in and check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
Is there an on-site casino at The TrailHead?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe (15-min walk) and Casino at Harveys Lake Tahoe (17-min walk) are both nearby.
What is there to do at The TrailHead and nearby?
During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation such as ice skating and cross-country skiing, and return when the snow melts for cycling and boat tours. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. The TrailHead also has a picnic area.
What's the area around The TrailHead like?
The TrailHead is a short 9-minute walk from Heavenly Gondola and 15 minutes' walk from Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe.

The TrailHead Reviews

Reviews

6.6

Good

6.8/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very good

Great location, just ok hotel.
It was a good location. The hotel is a bit older and not really kept up. The room was fairly clean and comfortable. Mostly it's an affordable room in a great location. We were able to walk to heavenly village and had an incredible dinner and a good weekend. The room was just a place to sleep. Recommend for people looking for a basic room at a good price.
Larry, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Going off the pictures online made the place look a lot nicer than it actually was the carpet was filthy. The room smelled of cigarette smoke to the point where I had to burn incense we had to go out and buy it. We were next to people who had a child that screamed, all night kids being allowed to run across the top stairs and balcony was crazy very deceiving. I would not stay here again, but I did like the lady that lives upstairs in the corner. The manager came into the room for a second and was very abrupt and rude and look like she needed to take a nap , but the state left a lot to be desired. Good day.
Phyllus, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

When I arrived, the manager was very nice. She welcomed me. That’s the extent of the good portion of the stay. The room was dirty. There was stains on the sheets. The bed was hard as a rock. The shower was so small that my arm was touching the wall and my other arm was touching the shower curtain. Some of the electrical outlets did not work so I had a hard time being able to use them for everything I needed. I would not recommend this place for anybody to stay at.
Chris, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Bad property
Do you ever go and check these properties before putting them on your booking page? The property is run down and has people living there full time. It's not ADA compliance.
1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Jamie, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Janet, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Arif, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Julia at the front desk was a fountain of information. She directed me to a place nearby to walk the beach, find the Safeway, and the Red Hut Café. The room had a microwave and refrigerator, very helpful. Nothing fancy, but comfortable.
Catherine, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Very outdated, curtain too small for window, no hot water for showers.
Bob, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

The floor is creeky, bed a bit bouncy, the shower is very small and the toilet is extremely close to the wall. The TV is tiny. it's an older hotel that can use updates for sure. never needed any staff help. you get into the room with a lock box an text. There were items by the stairs that looked to be junk, but not sure what it was. The balcony seemed a bit slanted. It was clean.
Gloria, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Location and price were great but there were other visitors and guests on the property who made the facility as a whole feel unsafe. The pool is not in working condition so if that matters, this place doesn’t have a pool. It’s walkable to the touristy shops and across the street from the bath path. The property itself was decent but definitely at best motel quality.
Bonnie, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Jamie, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Mold in the shower. Ventilation fan not working. Transients living there. Very small room.
robert, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Rat poop in the room . Lipstick on plastic coffee cups when we arrived
Timothy, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Staff was extremely helpful and very nice. The property itself was old and run down. The floor was creaky. I felt bad for the people below us. we only needed the room to sleep and the bed was comfortable.
Elyse, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Leah, 7-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

4/10 Fair

SAD
The place was dirty and should be Closed!
TASHIA, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The trailhead is great value
Great central location, quiet, clean, friendly staff, easy parking, food and entertainment close by. Great value!
Mark, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Really nice location, walking distance to watch July 4th Fireworks
Jiping, 1-night family trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lake was close you can walk in 10min ur their . Shopping and Dining also Everything was close enough i didnt even drive
Nataly, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Jeannette, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Cassandra, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly, Cabin Vibe with Great Staff!
This hotel was exactly what me and my ladies needed with the cabin vibe for an affordable price during this crazy summer season. The staff made it the best stay with their high energy, helpful demeanor, and very friendly attitudes. They were awesome to say the least! Amy at the front desk was outstanding & amazingly friendly, Julian in maintenance was so sweet and helpful, and everyone there was so cool to talk to. We had a small electrical issue and they did all they could to fix it and make us comfortable. This may not be a 5 star hotel but they treat everyone live a 5 star guest! They are literally a 5 minute walk from Heavenly, the shops, food, movie theater, and even the ski lift! I loved and appreciated our stay here. Thank you for all the hospitality!
binta, 4-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

A great place
Jesus, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Good
Neeraj, 2-night family trip
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