4 stars
Desolation Hotel
933 Poplar Street, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150, United States
South Lake Tahoe, CA
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Overview
Winter wonderland with 2 bars/lounges Jump on the free ski shuttle for a day on the slopes before returning to Desolation Hotel for a meal at the restaurant and comforts including an outdoor pool and a steam room. Housekeeping is available on request. Desolation Hotel offers 21 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature outdoor private hot tubs and fireplaces. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Beds feature Frette Italian sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. 43-inch Smart televisions come with premium digital channels. Accommodations at this 4.5-star resort have kitchens with stovetops, microwaves, cookware/dishes/utensils, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). Business-friendly amenities include safes and phones. Additionally, rooms include washers/dryers and complimentary bottled water. In-room massages, hypo-allergenic bedding, and change of towels can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on request. An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Amenities at Desolation Hotel
- Outdoor pool
- Fitness center
- Restaurant
- Bar/Lounge
- Room service
- Free Wi-Fi
- Tea/coffee maker
- Coffee machine
- Free parking
- Wi-Fi available in all areas
Basics
- Wi-Fi available in all areas
- Internet
- Fire extinguisher
- Free toiletries
- Smoke alarms
- Heating
- Air-conditioned
- Free Wi-Fi
- Linens
- Towels
- Shampoo
- Adapter
- Body soap
- Trash cans
- Conditioner
Kitchen
- Wine glasses
- Electric kettle
- Kitchenware
- Kitchenette
- Dishwasher
- Oven
- Microwave
- Stovetop
- Tea/coffee maker
- Kettle
- Toaster
- Refrigerator
- Coffee machine
- Dining area
Accessibility and suitability
- Entire unit wheelchair accessible
- Hypoallergenic
- No smoking
- Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
- Increased accessibility
- Elevator
- Shower chair
- Accessible by elevator
- Toilet with grab rails
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
- Upper floors accessible by stairs
Things to do
- Gift shop
- Casino
- Fishing
- Board games/puzzles
- Golf
- Canoeing
- Cycling
- Skiing
- Horse riding
- Hiking
- Ice skating
General
- Family rooms
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Pool view
- Ski storage
- Storage available
- Fireplace
- Seating area
- Slippers
- Sofa
- Soundproofing
- Telephone
Bathroom
- Hairdryer
- Open-air bath
- Bathrobe
- Private bathroom
- Shower
- Bathtub
- Spa bath
- Toilet
- Toilet paper
- Walk-in shower
Dining
- Grocery deliveries
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Restaurant
- Bar/Lounge
- Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
- Breakfast in the room
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Dining table
Pool and spa
- Heated pool
- Hot tub
- Outdoor pool
- Saltwater pool
- Massage
- Pool bar
- Sauna
Services and conveniences
- Concierge service
- Room service
- Key card access
- Express check-out
- Private check-in/check-out
- Safety deposit box
- Bottle of water
Outdoor
- Outdoor dining area
- Outdoor furniture
- Terrace/Patio
- Beach towels
- Balcony
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Tumble dryer
- Washing machine
Bedroom
- Sofa bed
- Clothes rack
- Wardrobe or closet
Family friendly
- Cribs available
- Kids meals
- Baby safety gates
Parking and transportation
- Free parking
- Private parking
Media and entertainment
- Flat-screen TV
- Streaming service
Workspace
- Fax/photocopying
- Desk
Health and safety
- Cleaning products
Fitness
- Fitness center
Reviews of Desolation Hotel
9.0
Wonderful
83 verified ratings
Wonderful
72
Very good
3
Good
3
Okay
1
Fair
0
Mediocre
2
Poor
2
Summary of reviews
Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's great location and cleanliness, particularly highlighting its modern decor and comfortable rooms. However, many reviews pointed out issues with the service, including unhelpful staff and lack of amenities like breakfast and room service. Overall, the hotel has potential but needs to enhance its service quality to match its pricing.AI-Generated from customer reviews
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Location
933 Poplar Street, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
What's nearby
- Heavenly Mountain Resort372 yd
- Serenity Spa0.3 mi
- Tahoe Queen0.9 mi
- Ski Run Marina1 mi
- Tahoe Sports Massage and Bodywork LLC1 mi
- Shannon's Lake Tahoe Day Spa1.1 mi
- Bijou Golf Course1.5 mi
- El Dorado Beach1.9 mi
- South Lake Tahoe Ice Arena2 mi
- Regan Beach2.4 mi
- Tahoe Mountain Wedding Chapel3.1 mi
- Lake Tahoe Balloons3.4 mi
Policies
Check-in/Check-out | Check in anytime after 4:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM |
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Cancellation/prepayment | Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider. |
Essential information about Desolation Hotel
Low season | April |
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High season | August |
Average price (weeknight) | $581 |
Average price (weekend night) | $707 |
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Distance to city center | 2.7 mi |
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