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The Cottage Inn

2.5 star property

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Hunters Hideout, King Studio | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Garden

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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1690 W. Lake Blvd, Tahoe City, CA, 96145
  • Place, Hurricane Bay
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Pineland
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Kilner Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL)
    ‪43 min drive‬

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9.8 out of 10
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  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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  • 200 sq ft
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  • Sleeps 2
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  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
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  • Sleeps 2
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About this property

The Cottage Inn

Hotel in Tahoe Park
This hotel features coffee/tea in a common area, concierge services, and free newspapers. Free buffet breakfast is provided, as well as free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and a free manager's reception. Additionally, a garden, a picnic area, and multilingual staff assistance are onsite.
The Cottage Inn offers 22 accommodations with fireplaces and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Cable television is provided.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
This Tahoe City hotel has its very own private beach. Guests can enjoy a complimentary breakfast each morning as well as a complimentary manager's reception. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access. This beach hotel also offers a terrace, multilingual staff, and ski storage. Complimentary self parking is available on site.

The Cottage Inn has designated areas for smoking.

A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning between 8 AM and 10 AM. A complimentary manager's reception is offered each day.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours
  • Ski storage

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Direct access to a private beach
  • Garden
  • 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 (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; 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 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between April 18 and May 1.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property welcomes adults only
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
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

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Children 12 years old and younger are not permitted at this adults-only property

Property is also known as

Cottage Inn Tahoe City
Cottage Tahoe City
The Cottage Inn Hotel
The Cottage Inn Tahoe City
The Cottage Inn Hotel Tahoe City

The Cottage Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 255 out of 298 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 298 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 298 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 298 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 298 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kysa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Love everything about this place. Been twice and about to book our third! Great location for access to the lake and the breakfasts are amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Yutang

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room! Highly recommend Romantic Hideaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stay here once a year and I often find myself day dreaming about how good the breakfast is!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Priyah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This stay was a gem. The breakfast was amazing! The room was delightful! Great location and awesome service!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good choice of rooms and a great breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
was easy and close to everything we needed. Staff was great, lake was super close
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a gorgeous area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay in beautiful Lake Tahoe. Comfortable room with great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Neeraj

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is really good. The private beach access is a great plus for this property.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was an amazing stay at the Cottage Inn! Great accommodations and wonderful team there!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful cozy place to stay at. Would recommend to anyone looking for a weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the cabin! Even though it was smaller than a regular hotel room, it was just right for us. The staff was great, the private beach was a nice touch, and the breakfast was very good. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lorinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for romance
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

LeAnn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our host was phenomenal!! Had a wonderful stay...the breakfast was superb!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a great find..felt like we were in the woods and wild and yet able to walk to fabulous places to eat, walk and play. The Inn is charming and inviting and serves a winner breakfast..delivered right to your cabin!! Doesn't get much better. Thank you for wonderful stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful magic winter wonderland cabin!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, well kept ground, clean room, cozy, and comfortable, tasty breakfast in bed served in environmentally friendly containers, short walk to a private beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room although charming a bit too small for the room price. Beautiful garden and nice private beach nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a great place to go to get away from work and the city and recharge. Surrounded by natural beauty, but close to amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Hector

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was so quiet and just exactly what I expected for my first time to Tahoe! Breakfast was amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything in this property is fantastic. We only stayed 1 night and we will be coming back it’s just magical
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kadet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What a gem of a place! Charming, quiet, walkable to the lake and dining options, and updated but with old world cabin vibes!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Caitlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy, comfy, and beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and charming!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025