Desolation Hotel

933 Poplar Street, South Lake Tahoe, United States - Steps from lake
8.8/10 · 133 reviews

Offering 21 rooms, the 5-star Desolation Hotel South Lake Tahoe is near an entertainment district, 2.2 miles from Round Hill Pines Beach Resort. Offering Jacuzzis, a hot tub, and a sauna along with an American-style restaurant, this South Lake Tahoe hotel boasts a lakeside location fairly close to Heavenly Ski Resort.

Location

Raley's is around 10 minutes' walk from the hotel, while St Theresa Catholic Church is approximately 15 minutes' drive away. Sports fans will also enjoy visiting Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course, within reach of the Desolation South Lake Tahoe. The area also includes natural sights like Bijou Community Meadow Park 2.3 miles from this property. Stateline Transit Center bus station is a short way from the South Lake Tahoe hotel.

Rooms

Furnished with a stone fireplace and soundproof windows, all rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, along with coffee/tea making machines. An air conditioner are featured for guests' comfort. The bathroom features a walk-in shower and a separate toilet, along with bathrobes and towels. The rooms of Desolation Hotel offer views of the pool.

Food & Drinks

American specialties are served in Maggies restaurant.

Leisure & Activities

Offering a heated swimming pool the accommodation provides guests with a sundeck and a sunbathing terrace. At the Desolation, guests can take part in fitness classes offered at a fitness room.

Why choose Desolation Hotel South Lake Tahoe

Select room
  • Saltwater pool and jacuzzi

  • Eco-luxury accommodations available

  • Variety of outdoor activities

  • EV charging stations on-site

Main amenities

  • 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
  • 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

  • Parking

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

  • 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 2 Jun 2026
Check-out 3 Jun 2026
Guests 2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
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Location of Desolation Hotel South Lake Tahoe

933 Poplar Street, South Lake Tahoe, United States

 -  Steps from lake
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    From USD 647 per night
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    Guests 2 guests

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    Children:

    0
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    Check-in & out
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    from 16:00 until 20:00
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    from 10:00 until 11:00