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Beach Retreat & Lodge at Tahoe

3.5 star property

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2 restaurants, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine
2 restaurants, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine
Outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Property grounds
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
$166
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20

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3411 Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA, 96150
  • Place, Lakeside Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Heavenly Gondola
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, The Shops at Heavenly Village
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, down comforters, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(65 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View

7.8 out of 10
Good
(44 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Lake View | Premium bedding, down comforters, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Lake View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(37 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Partial Lake View

7.2 out of 10
Good
(35 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Beach View | Premium bedding, down comforters, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Beach View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Beach View

7.2 out of 10
Good
(14 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Garden View

  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Beach Retreat & Lodge at Tahoe

South Lake Tahoe resort close to Heavenly Gondola
Spend the day relaxing on the beach or at a marina before returning for a meal at one of Beach Retreat & Lodge at Tahoe's 2 restaurants.
Beach Retreat & Lodge at Tahoe offers 261 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature iPod docking stations and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This South Lake Tahoe resort provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains.

An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site.

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

In addition to a marina, Beach Retreat & Lodge at Tahoe features an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Dining is available at one of the resort's 2 restaurants. The property also offers a snack bar/deli. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the resort's bars, which include 3 bars/lounges and a beach bar. A computer station is located on site and wireless Internet access is complimentary.

Event facilities measuring 3200 square feet (297 square meters) include a conference center. This beach resort also offers a terrace, gift shops/newsstands, and ski storage. Onsite uncovered self parking is complimentary.

Beach Retreat & Lodge at Tahoe is a smoke-free property.

Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge between 8:00 AM and noon on weekends.
Sidelines Sports Pub - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Boathouse on the Pier - This beachfront restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Happy hour is offered. Open select days.
Tiki Bar - Onsite bar. Open daily.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Weekend full breakfast available 8:00 AM to noon for a fee: USD 6 to 17 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • A beach bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Boathouse on the Pier
  • Sidelines Sports Pub
  • Tiki Bar

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Boat tours
  • Hot tub
  • Kayaking
  • Motor boating
  • Outdoor pool
  • Parasailing
  • Personal motorized watercraft
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Sailing
  • Ski equipment rentals
  • Ski storage
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (3,200 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a state park
  • In the mountains
  • Marina
  • On a lake
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 9 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator (31 inch wide door)
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (34 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 floors
  • 5 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1975
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • iPod dock
  • LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 12 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 50.00 per night
  • Destination fee: USD 39.20 per accommodation, per night

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 6 to 17 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
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

Property is also known as

Beach Retreat & Lodge Tahoe
Beach Retreat Lodge
Beach Retreat Lodge Tahoe South Lake Tahoe
Tahoe Beach Retreat
Beach Retreat Lodge Tahoe
Beach Retreat Tahoe South Lake Tahoe
Beach Retreat Tahoe
The Beach Retreat Lodge at Tahoe
Retreat Tahoe South Tahoe
Beach Retreat Lodge at Tahoe
Retreat & At Tahoe South Tahoe
The Beach Retreat Lodge at Tahoe
Beach Retreat & Lodge at Tahoe Resort
Beach Retreat & Lodge at Tahoe South Lake Tahoe
Beach Retreat & Lodge at Tahoe Resort South Lake Tahoe

Beach Retreat & Lodge at Tahoe Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 500 out of 1089 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 258 out of 1089 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 169 out of 1089 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 83 out of 1089 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 79 out of 1089 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Shauna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Dogs running loose and actual dog poops in walkways and displayed on decorative rocks- so disgusting. The lake view is nice and i love a balcony but the rooms lack space, table surfaces or dresser. The parking was terrible and then got worse when they closed 2 of the parking lots. We encountered some rude staff and waited for a delivery that never came. Not sure why room service wants a tip with a tacky card in the room upon arrival but then never serviced the room while we were there. At least our building had an elevator
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Ben

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly. Room lacked basic amenities such as hand lotion. Some towels were not clean. Ants crawled all over the inside perimeter of the bathroom area (notified front desk at check-out).
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Tabatha

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is old, not kept up in my apion you have to fight the public for parking. Dirtynot kelt up to my liking.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Travis

Traveled with group
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Our balcony had a huge floodlight that shined into the room. No elevators for a three story building. Mexican fiesta going on outside of our room all day. Not relaxing at all
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’ve been here many times and I love it. Private beach and centrally located.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Great place for couples

We love the beach retreat! We’ve been going there for years! It’s great for easy access to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Connie

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked a king room with balcony and lake view….while we got a view of the lake we also got a lovely view of the public porta potties and public parking lot where nefarious activities occurred at all hours of the day and night. Along with the view of the porta potties we got to enjoy the lovely stench that came from them every single time someone opened the doors, which was quite often given the summer crowds. The room we booked was one of the most expensive rooms, but felt more like staying next to a dumpster….definitely not worth the $$$$. On top of that three days into our stay there was a power outage that lasted over 8 hours, that led to 24 hours of no hot water. While I understand the power outage was not the hotels fault there was ZERO communication from the hotel regarding what was going on. Several hours after the power returned we still did not have hot water so went to the front desk who said it would take time for the water supply to return, several hours later we went back and were told there was nothing wrong with the hot water. The following morning still no hot water, the front desk simply said it was the whole facility and they had no idea when it would be fixed. At that time we cancelled the remainder of our stay. The property was rather run down and trashy looking. Strongly do not recommended this property!
The view from our room.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jonathan

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Location was convenient. Walkable to many restaurants and Safeway is just across the street. The kids loved making s'mores in the evening. Travis at the front desk was very helpful and patient. Unfortunately there was a power outage during our stay and during that time we could not use the pool and didn't even have hot water.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Amber

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stay here every year and have never had an issue. However upon checking in we were advised the power has been out and no time frame when it will be on. We did not check in early due to the outage and went to eat and continued to call the property to see if it came back on. Finally drove back 3hrs later and still no power. Was told we would not receive a discount if we did check in. And due to no power we could not eat at the property for safety and limited amenities. Power came back on around 6-630 and we checked in and received a dirty room. No towels no face towels sand on floor. I requested new room and the girl laughed and said she could not give me a new room as they assigned them in the morning. They said housekeeping would bring towels and never did. Very poor service and we will not be coming back for our annual stay here for my daughter’s birthday.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

JACOB

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We just completed a 5-night stay from July 7–11, 2025, and unfortunately, it was a major letdown. The hotel is wildly overpriced for what you get. While the location is convenient—right on a public beach—there’s little else to justify the cost. It’s extremely loud at all hours, and the beach area is crowded with unhoused individuals who are allowed to sleep and live there. It really raises the question: why pay resort prices when the beach is essentially open to all? Despite advertising as a beachfront resort, there are no complimentary beach chairs—they charge an additional $150 per day just to use loungers. The rooms themselves are in rough shape: outdated, worn, and badly in need of a full remodel. Dining was another disappointment. Every restaurant we tried was severely understaffed. Expect two-hour waits for mediocre food and inattentive service. Overall, this place banks on its location but fails to deliver a quality experience. You can—and should—do better
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

JON

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
They have done a great job renovating/maintaining an older property in a great location. However, they need to determine if they want to offer a “relaxing retreat” or “spring break”. Friday and Saturday each had six hours of thumpa, thumpa, thumpa from the DJ on the beach that was loud enough to make it unpleasant to be in the room or balcony. So I paid extra to have a lakeside room when I felt I should have received a discount to put up with the noise. Also, note that people from outside the hotel use the beach, and they bring their own boom boxes. We also found that guests that smoke weed don’t believe that “non-smoking” applies to them. We were there on a busy week/weekend in July, so you may have a different experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Violet

Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Traveled with partner
Staff was quick to point out I booked thru third party?? Put us in room right next to elevator. The room was very small but clean enough.Shower was tiny and leaked to flood floor. Place stated there was service to room daily. NOT!The pool was grossly dirty with clumps of hair floating about. Definitely wasn’t worth the money spent.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities
Hotel prioritizes the Tiki Bar revenue over and above its paying guest’s comfort and ability to enjoy the beach. Much of the clientele at said Tiki Bar are young ( many are likely under-age), rowdy, raunchy, and wasted. I live in Miami and enjoy a party but staying at Beach Retreat was a complete disappointment, grossly over-priced, and we felt taken advantage of.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Missy

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was pretty run down. I booked 4 nights but left after 1 night. This hotel is on the public beach so if you like that with a loud tiki bar, party scene, you will like this hotel. The staff was nice though.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Anthony

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay at this resort. The best part about this resort is it’s location and it’s atmosphere beach access and the location is five stars. The rooms leave less to be desired. The AC units in our room was very loud. There was a huge gap between the front door where you can hear everything outside. The food served at this resort was very good. Great family resort. Great music being played during the day.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and close to the beach. We truly enjoyed our stay at Lake Tahoe. We did have to ask for fresh towels. Nice family friendly lodge.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Catherine

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Overall

When we checked the beds were clean and made. During our stay we noted the following. Only one roll of toilet paper. Two towels Soap dispensers were empty Toilet handle was broke Bathroom floor was dirty Toilet seat was loose and slides around when you sit down. Remote control needed batteries One remote was fixed tv channel's would not come in clear Screen door was off track and there was lots of sand in the track. I tried to clean it and put the screen back on. Slidding glass door was dirty Lobby was out of coffee each morning Trash cans were very full on site most of the time. Saturday I went to the front desk and a very dissatisfied employee told me the other employee did not show up for work and he was supposed to be off forty minutes ago. The employee offered to take a note for my request but i opted to return instead. Please not the following Staff was polite The sports bar staff was incredible. Friendly, helpful, entertaining, and the food was great. I would like to say we love this area and we had a great room location. Room C101. The lake was incredible. Approx 10 years ago our daughter got married here. We are not a wealthy frivolous family and we stay here because it has been great over the years. To our family this was not a inexpensive place to stay. I usually recommend the Resort to friends and family but we were extremely dissapointed. My name is Jill and my number is 916-524-1465 if you have any questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lyndon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Long wait in the restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

David

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ember

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Vera

Traveled with partner
Okay hotel. Right on the beach which is nice but overpriced for what you’re getting. Kind of a motel feeling.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Christina

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Access to beach nice but housekeeping was slow to response
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Tyson

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service

Disappointed

We got charged for the services, asked for extra towels to bring up to the room and waited for over 1 hour, called front desk again they told me that I have to go to the office and get them myself. The rooms are stuffy and smelled. The prices are higher than the other I guess because it’s beachfront, There’s nothing to be impressed about it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025