The Lodge At Blue Lakes

3.0 star property

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Terrace/patio
Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen, Lakeside | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen, Lakeside | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Business services

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5135 W Highway 20, Upper Lake, CA, 95485
  • Blue Lakes
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Running Creek Casino
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Robinson Rancheria Resort and Casino
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Mountainside

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Lakeside

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Mountainside

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen, Lakeside

  • 398 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lakeside

  • Water view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Lakeside

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Jetted Tub, Lakeside

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Lakeside

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette, Lakeside

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Mountainside

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About this property

The Lodge At Blue Lakes

3-star Upper Lake hotel with private yards
Guests at this beach hotel will appreciate convenient onsite amenities such as barbecue grills and a picnic area.
The Lodge At Blue Lakes offers 22 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and designer toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a private beach.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Simply step outside to unwind on the hotel's beach. Summer fun is a breeze at The Lodge At Blue Lakes with activities like kayaking and rowing/canoeing.

Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access. This beach hotel also offers a garden and a terrace. Complimentary self parking is available on site.

The Lodge At Blue Lakes has designated areas for smoking.

Languages

English, Filipino, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Boat and paddles
  • Fishing
  • Kayaking
  • Pedal boat
  • Personal motorized watercraft
  • Rowing/canoeing

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Business services

  • Conference center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • On a private beach
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 floor
  • 2 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1950
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 100
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 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 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 70 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 2 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 200.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Resort fee: USD 3 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Beach access
  • Beach loungers
  • In-room coffee

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 70 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 100 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Guests planning to bring dogs must contact this property in advance. Please note that this property does not allow the following breeds: Pit Bull, Rottweiler, German Shepherd, Presa Canario, Cane Corso, Mastiff, Bull Dog, Chow, and Akita.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Blue Lakes Lodge
Blue Lakes Upper Lake
Lodge Blue Lakes
Lodge Blue Lakes Upper Lake
The Lodge At Blue Lakes Hotel Upper Lake
Hotel At Blue Lakes
Resort At Blue Lakes
The Lodge At Blue Lakes Lake County, CA - Upper Lake
The Lodge At Blue Lakes Hotel
The Lodge At Blue Lakes Upper Lake
The Lodge At Blue Lakes Hotel Upper Lake

The Lodge At Blue Lakes Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 317 out of 652 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 197 out of 652 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 66 out of 652 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 652 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 652 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a nice stay with my family (including 2 teen daughters and our dog). We originally booked a standard room with 2 queen beds. It was a bit cramped for so many of us and the beds were comfortable but noisy. Eric, the lodge innkeeper, kindly, upgraded us to an available suite the next day which was very comfortable and spacious. We had a lovely time for the remainder of our stay. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Little gem of a motel in Lake county

Our stay was interesting. We recently had a huge rain storm, so the blue lake was more of a brown lake. It was too cold to enjoy the water. We look forward to going back in better weather. The good: The staff was incredible. Eric was a pleasure to work with. Ryan the handyman was very polite also. Eric's puppy Ranger is a cutie pie. The room was nice and clean. There were some wear issues, it is not a new facility. Overall the room and grounds were very well kept. We got a room with a spa tub, and fireplace. Our room had front and rear access. We could go to the back, with a lovely lake view just outside our door. There was a nice patio set just outside our door. The dual showerheads in the shower were very nice, my partner and I could take our showers together and had plenty of room. The spa tub, fireplace, fridge, microwave, TV and coffee pot were all in good working order. There was ample parking, I'm sure during the warmer months this place is packed full. The bad: The bed was a bit firm for our tastes. There was a strong chemical smell from cleaning products, but that went away quickly. The heater unit didn't work. (Since we had the fireplace it wasn't needed) Eric offered to exchange our room, we declined the offer, it was appreciated. The towel rack in the bathroom was loose, Ryan replaced it when we went to go run some errands. There is some road noise, it is along hwy 20. The pool was closed (winter season). We look forward to returning in the spring or summer.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Brice, Visalia

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A nice motel on the shores of the lake, with excellent staff. Our room was the executive suite, and it suited our needs perfectly. Dog friendly, lots of space, and Eric the manager was an excellent host. The room was warm and cozy when we arrived, and Eric was friendly, attentive and helpful. The location was great for our needs, and the price represented a real value. We were here in the off-season, so some of the small details may have to do with our timing. Our room was clean and comfortable, but a little dated. The Jacuzzi tub was not functional (not a problem for us) and some of the blinds weren’t working well. The coffee maker probably needs to be replaced. The grounds could benefit from a spruce-up, and some guests need to be better and picking up after their dogs. Overall, we were happy with our accommodations and appreciated Eric and his help.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise, Montrose

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great getaway

The Lodge is a great spot to stay, with prime location on Blue Lake and many fun rental options to water play! The property manager, Eric, is welcoming and attentive to guests. We will definitely return for another relaxing stay on the Lake!
Fishing on a rainy day with beautiful view
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Wayne

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Disappointed

We were very disappointed. When we arrived at 3:00 we had hoped to sit by a peaceful, serene lake before the sun set behind the mountain. Instead, we got an hour of loud leaf-blowing......They should have that kind of work finished before the check-in time.....The hotel is written up as an all-remodeled hotel, but in the end, it is still just an old-style highway motel. The manager was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and peaceful, great rooms always and service. Blue lakes is amazing, gorgeous and great fishing. Highly recommended 👌
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Mark

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Left a list of things that need to be fixed in the drop box. The smell of the cleaner is so bad you can smell it outside the rooms. We were able to move from 15 to 12 which was better. The staff was great. The grounds are lovely. Lots of places to sit outside, plenty of BBQ's. The bed was really comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely lodge and the staff was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Revisit - Recharged

This was my second visit and it was just what I needed. Some quality, quiet 'me' time. It's nestled right near the waterfront and the room I had faced the lake and the mountain range - It's a beautiful ride to and from Sacramento a simple 2 hour drive. Well worth it hands down.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and cozy room. Loved our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

John

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Unhappy

Room 22's bathroom has a tankless hot water heater supplying neighboring units that roared off and on much of the evening and morning. Poor planning. Two screaming toddlers were heard via thin connecting door. There was sand-like grit in the bed sheets Dirt under the beds. Sink drain extremely slow. “Mountain View” is very misleading. It's a busy highway and parking lot.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The manager on duty who checked us in was super nice and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jane

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Property is on busy highway so there is road noise. It is also on a lake so great for water sports. The property offers many water sport equipment for rent - such as kayaks, paddle boards etc. It is a motel with a big parking lot in the front and a small lawn in the back with view of the lake. Not much privacy from other guests. But the staff is really great, extremely helpful and friendly. Room itself is basic and relatively clean. Bed is comfortable. We were there for a wedding nearby so did not take advantage of the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We stay here every year, and saw a significant difference this year. Bath tub was great, as usual, but the fireplace did not work, and someone kept knocking on my door in the middle of the night 1AM‐3AM which made me very uneasy and I felt unsafe. Because of that, I got no rest whatsoever
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

gary

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice setting on small lake. The overpriced room was a painted over 1950 style. Good beds. Needs better furnishings. Mold in shower. Strong cleaning product smell was overpowering, No Food available near or far.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Paula

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lea

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property is nice, the rooms were not very clean but scott the host and the front desk gentleman fixed it for us. It’s new management so there were hiccups but Scott the host made sure we were taken care of. It is such a beautiful property and the lake is incredible. Would stay there 💯 again!! Such an amazing time. Recommend to everyone!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

francisco

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Duty room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024