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West River House

2.0 star property
Truckee hostel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Basic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom
Bathroom shower
Interior
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry facilities
  • Bar
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
Main amenities
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry service
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
Feel at home
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Blackout curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service

Room options

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Basic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

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  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

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  • 102 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Basic Room, Shared Bathroom

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  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

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  • 120 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

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  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

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Family Room, Shared Bathroom

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  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Large Single Bunk Beds

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Basic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom

Basic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom

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Private bathroom
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

Family Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

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  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Large Single Bunk Beds

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About the area

Map
10101 West River St, Truckee, CA, 96161

What's nearby

  • Commercial Row - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Donner Lake - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Old Greenwood Golf Course - 9 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area - 15 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Northstar California Resort - 18 min drive - 14.9 km

Getting around

  • Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 5 min drive
  • Reno Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) - 40 min drive
  • Truckee Station - 6 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Panda Express - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪RMU Truckee - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Alibi Ale Works - Truckee Public House - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Jax at the Tracks - ‬3 min walk

About this property

West River House

At West River House, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Donner Lake and Boreal Mountain Resort. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Other highlights include a snack bar/deli, a terrace and a garden.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 12 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: midnight
  • Minimum check-in age – 16
  • Check-out time is 11 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • There is no front desk at this property
  • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with special check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
  • Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
  • You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
  • A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
  • For more details, please contact the property 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 16

Children

  • Children (5 years old and younger) are not allowed
  • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • No on-site parking

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Virtual front desk

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Limited housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 25

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.
This property accepts credit cards.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Guests should be aware that a dog resides at this property.

Also known as

Redlight Hostel Truckee
Redlight Hostel
Redlight Truckee
West River House Truckee
Redlight Historic Bunk Hotel Speakeasy
Redlight Historic Bunk Hotel Speakeasy Hostel
West River House Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
West River House Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Truckee

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at West River House?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at West River House?
Sorry, there's no on-site parking at West River House.
What are the check-in and check-out times at West River House?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 25.
Is there an on-site casino at West River House?
No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Crystal Bay Casino (20-min drive) and Jim Kelley's Tahoe Nugget Casino (20-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at West River House and nearby?
Have fun with nearby winter activities such as ice skating, cross-country skiing and snowboarding. West River House also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near West River House?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
What's the area around West River House like?
West River House is a short 6-minute walk from Truckee Station and 4 minutes' walk from Commercial Row.

West River House Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Stayed in the annex. Super nice staff, very cool vibe. Was there for my cousin’s wedding so didn’t get to hang out at the little bar at all but will next time. Friends who were through-hiking the PCT highly recommended and they were right.
Erik, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

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

8/10 Very good

The room was tiny.
Jessica, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great price for the location
Philippe, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great little spot
When they offer ear plugs, take them. When you see the white noise machine, use it. Besides noise levels, it’s legit
Brian, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Great staff
William, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Redlight hostel Truckee
Great hostel in a great location! Nice staff, sauna, nice showers, wifi, small bar w ice cream and drinks available for purchase.
1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Home Away from Home
It felt like home away from home. We would definitely stay again.
Andrea, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

William, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Had a great vibe proper balance between privacy and community.
Devin, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This hostel is in a great location and has easy parking. It's very clean. The host, Michael, was fantastic -- a great gjuy and a credit to the Redlight (and humanity).
Elisabeth, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

One of a kind, a unique experience for my kids and me, homey, very friendly and helpful manager/greeter/bartender/ice cream scooper. Thank you so much!
Elizabeth, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

Checked in after midnight. Very comfortable room. Beautiful historic location.
Christine, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Was great amazing lil room
JOHN, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

Didn't like the amenities that weren't offered. Such as no coffee no TV etc.
Britt, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

thea, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

This is a very unique lodging. Very quaint, clean, and comfortable.
Mary, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great for a hostel. Know what you're getting
It's a hostel and I opted for the bunk because it's the most affordable option in Truckee. Its a good deal and nice people there. It's my 3rd time staying there and love the building. I was able to work in the bar area in the morning and noone was awake so I could do my work and drink my coffee in peace. It's walking distance to everything in downtown Truckee. Their bar is great too. No complaints from me for the affordability. Next price up in Truckee is over $3 bills a night.
Royce, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hostel in Truckee
This was my first stay, but probably not my last. Great location, great price, great place if you just need a chill place to sleep vs a resort! Nothing fancy, but it was comfortable and suited my needs. The other guests were friendly and they even have a sauna.
2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Awesomeness
Absolutely awesome. And the most comfortable bed and any hostel that I have ever stayed out anywhere in the world, go figure. Great find.
Daniel, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Didn't stay at this place. Didn't like it. No tv in the room and the small room was near the bar. People check in at the bar. The entrance is from the bar. Awful! We ended up going to a better place.
1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Is a 5 star hostel a thing? Great experience would definitely return.
3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Benito, 1-night trip
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