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The Cottage Inn

★★ 1690 W. Lake Blvd, Tahoe City, California, 96145, Tahoe City, US

9.6 guest rating· 111 reviews

About this hotel

Scenic Terrace and Garden Views

Enjoy stunning views from the terrace and garden at The Cottage Inn. The perfect backdrop for a relaxing getaway.

Daily Complimentary Reception and Breakfast

Mingle with other guests at the daily complimentary reception and start your day right with a delicious buffet breakfast served from 8 AM to 10 AM.

Charming Guestrooms with Fireplaces

Indulge in one of the 22 uniquely decorated guestrooms, each featuring a cozy fireplace. Stay connected with complimentary wireless internet and unwind with cable programming.

Take in the beauty of Tahoe City at The Cottage Inn. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Rooms & rates

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Sleeps 2 · King bed

  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Shower
  • TV

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>Overlooking the lake (partial)</p><br/><p><b>Relax</b> - Indoor private hot tub and fireplace</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Cable channels </p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator and electric kettle </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and free toiletries</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Iron/ironing board (on request)</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping and heating</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Wheelchair accessible</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Old Fishing Hole, Queen Studio

Sleeps 2 · 16 m² · Queen Bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Hair dryer

<p><strong>1 Queen Bed</strong></p><p>182 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Relax</b> - Fireplace</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Cable channels </p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator and electric kettle </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Iron/ironing board (on request)</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping and heating</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Hunters Hideout, King Studio

Sleeps 2 · 17 m² · King bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Hair dryer

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>182 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Relax</b> - Fireplace</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Cable channels </p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator and electric kettle </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Iron/ironing board (on request)</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping and heating</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Rustic Retreat, Queen Studio

Sleeps 2 · 17 m² · Queen Bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Hair dryer

<p><strong>1 Queen Bed</strong></p><p>182 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Relax</b> - Fireplace</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Cable channels </p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator and electric kettle </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Iron/ironing board (on request)</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping and heating</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Tahoe Teepee, Queen Studio

Sleeps 2 · 17 m² · Queen Bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Hair dryer

<p><strong>1 Queen Bed</strong></p><p>182 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Relax</b> - Fireplace</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Cable channels </p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator and electric kettle </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Iron/ironing board (on request)</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping and heating</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Stagecoach Stop, King Studio

Sleeps 2 · 16 m² · King bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Hair dryer

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>182 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Relax</b> - Fireplace</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Cable channels </p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator and electric kettle </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Iron/ironing board (on request)</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping and heating</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Happy Camper, King Studio

Sleeps 2 · 16 m² · King bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Hair dryer

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>182 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Relax</b> - Fireplace</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Cable channels </p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator and electric kettle </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Iron/ironing board (on request)</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping and heating</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Cozy Corner, Queen Studio

Sleeps 2 · 17 m² · Queen Bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Hair dryer

<p><strong>1 Queen Bed</strong></p><p>182 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Relax</b> - Fireplace</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Cable channels </p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator and electric kettle </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Iron/ironing board (on request)</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping and heating</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Bicycle parking available
  • Free self parking
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Free breakfast
  • Free buffet breakfast
  • Direct access to private beach
  • Private beach nearby
  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Ski equipment rental shops nearby
  • Ski lessons available nearby
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  • Ski storage
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Concierge service
  • Designated smoking area
  • Fishing nearby
  • Free reception
  • Garden
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Luggage storage
  • Marina nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Multilingual staff
  • No elevator (single level property)
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Personal motor watercraft nearby
  • Picnic area
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snow tubing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Snowshoeing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Terrace
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Ziplining nearby

Location

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1690 W. Lake Blvd, Tahoe City, California, 96145, Tahoe City, US

Check-in
from 04:00 PM to 07:00 PM
Check-out
until 11:00 AM

What guests say9.6111 reviews

+ Great breakfast+ Friendly staff+ Charming location+ Comfortable rooms
Cleanliness9.4
Service9.8
Location9.7
Room Quality9.5
Amenities9.5
Value for Money9.5

Guest review

10.0

This stay was a gem. The breakfast was amazing! The room was delightful! Great location and awesome service!

Julie · 2025-10-04

Guest review

10.0

We stay here once a year and I often find myself day dreaming about how good the breakfast is!

Kimberly · 2025-09-23

Guest review

10.0

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!!

Mary · 2025-09-14

Guest review

10.0

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!

Patricia · 2025-08-17

10/10

10.0

The staff were so friendly, the location was amazing, and the rooms were so comfortable! 100% will return

Harrison · 2025-07-29

Guest review

8.0

Room although charming a bit too small for the room price. Beautiful garden and nice private beach nearby.

Verified traveler · 2025-07-17

Good to know

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.

Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Contactless check-out is available.

›Pets

Pets not allowed

›Children and extra beds

No rollaway/extra beds available

›Check-in & Check-out

Contactless check-out is available

›General

Cashless transactions are available

›Guest type

Essential workers only - NO

›Accessibility

No elevators

›Guest type

Caters to adults only

›Children and extra beds

Children not allowed

›General

Professional property host/manager

›Children and extra beds

No cribs (infant beds) available