Desolation Hotel

933 Poplar Street, South Lake Tahoe, United States - Show on map

Offering a steam room, a hot tub, and a sauna, the 5-star Desolation Hotel South Lake Tahoe is nestled within 5 minutes' walk of Lakeside Marina and 1.6 miles from Bijou Golf Course. American cuisine plus a heated swimming pool are provided in the hotel, located a short way from the modern Marcus Ashley Gallery.

Location

This South Lake Tahoe hotel has a lakeside setting within 1 mile of Tahoe Rim Trail Association. Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena at Harveys is in proximity to the Desolation and Reno-Tahoe International airport is 60 miles away. The accommodation is located about 10 minutes' walk from Heavenly Gondola cable car station.

Rooms

The hotel has 21 rooms, comprising a balcony and a sitting area. A flat-screen TV with satellite channels, along with coffee and tea makers, are offered. Rooms in Desolation Hotel are fitted with an electric kettle, a fridge, and a kitchenware. Bathrooms feature a walk-in shower and a separate toilet, along with comforts such as hair dryers and bathrobes. This property offers rooms which overlook the pool.

Food & Drinks

The American Maggies restaurant in the South Lake Tahoe hotel offers dishes for lunch.

Leisure & Activities

The Desolation South Lake Tahoe provides guests with fitness classes, as well as access to a spa salon. Guests can work out in a fitness center.

Why choose Desolation Hotel South Lake Tahoe

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Main amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi

  • Express check-in/ -out

  • Swimming Pool

  • Private beach

  • Fitness/Gym

  • Sports activities

  • Spa and relaxation

  • On-site Dining

  • Child-friendly

  • Wheelchair access

  • Breakfast

  • Air conditioning

  • Pets

General
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Swimming Pool
  • Private beach
  • Fitness/Gym
  • Sports activities
  • Spa and relaxation
  • On-site Dining
  • Child-friendly
  • Wheelchair access
  • Breakfast
  • Air conditioning
  • Pets
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Internet

  • Wi-Fi

Parking options

  • On-site car park

Activities

  • Fitness centre
  • Canoeing
  • Skiing
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Cycling
  • Golf course

Property services

  • Safe deposit box
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Concierge desk
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Ski storage
  • Pet amenities available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Grocery shopping service
  • Welcome drink

Dining options

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

In the kitchen

  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Business facilities

  • Fax/Photocopying

For kids

  • Cots
  • Playpen
  • Board games
  • Children's menu

Recreation

  • Saltwater pool
  • Heated swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Sauna
  • Jacuzzi
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage
  • Open-air bath
  • Shallow end

For disabled guests

  • Handicap parking
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

In the rooms

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table

In the bathroom

  • Washing machine
  • Free toiletries

Devices

  • Flat-screen TV

Design

  • Parquet floor

General facilities

  • No smoking on site
  • Lift
  • Vending machines
  • Fireplace
  • Smoke detectors
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Pets

  • Pets allowed

Important information

Check-in:
from 16:00 until 20:00
Check-out:
from 10:00 until 11:00

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From USD 647 per night
Check-in 6 Mar 2026
Check-out 7 Mar 2026
Guests 2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
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    Guests 2 guests

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    7 Mar 2026
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    933 Poplar Street, South Lake Tahoe, United States

    Important information
    Desolation Hotel
    Check-in:
    from 16:00 until 20:00
    Check-out:
    from 10:00 until 11:00