South Lake Tahoe Budget Hotels

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Desolation Hotel - South Lake Tahoe - Bedroom
Desolation Hotel
South Lake Tahoe, CA
9.0Wonderful(83)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
$377+
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Hilton Vacation Club Tahoe Seasons Lake Tahoe - South Lake Tahoe - Lobby
Hilton Vacation Club Tahoe Seasons Lake Tahoe
South Lake Tahoe, CA
8.7Very good(1296)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$160+
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The Jeffrey Hotel - South Lake Tahoe - Bedroom
The Jeffrey Hotel
South Lake Tahoe, CA
8.7Very good(1030)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$120+
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Moose and Maple Lodge - South Lake Tahoe - Living room
Moose and Maple Lodge
South Lake Tahoe, CA
8.6Very good(114)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
$99+
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The Lodge at Lake Tahoe - South Lake Tahoe - Beach
The Lodge at Lake Tahoe
South Lake Tahoe, CA
8.6Very good(40)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Spa
$76+
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Black Jack Inn - South Lake Tahoe - Bedroom
Black Jack Inn
South Lake Tahoe, CA
8.5Very good(1399)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$73+
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Blue Jay Lodge - South Lake Tahoe - Bedroom
Blue Jay Lodge
South Lake Tahoe, CA
8.5Very good(1742)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
$78+
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Adventure Lodge - South Lake Tahoe - Living room
Adventure Lodge
South Lake Tahoe, CA
8.5Very good(55)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
$91+
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Hampton Inn & Suites South Lake Tahoe - South Lake Tahoe - Bedroom
Hampton Inn & Suites South Lake Tahoe
South Lake Tahoe, CA
8.5Very good(383)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
$159+
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The Alder Inn - South Lake Tahoe - Bedroom
The Alder Inn
South Lake Tahoe, CA
8.3Very good(934)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
$107+
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Lake Ridge Hotel - South Lake Tahoe - Bedroom
Lake Ridge Hotel
South Lake Tahoe, CA
8.3Very good(583)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$71+
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Bluelake Inn @ Heavenly Village - South Lake Tahoe - Building
Bluelake Inn @ Heavenly Village
South Lake Tahoe, CA
8.3Very good(2051)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
$80+
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Camp Richardson Resort - South Lake Tahoe - Building
Camp Richardson Resort
South Lake Tahoe, CA
8.2Very good(69)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$84+
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Resthaven Tahoe - South Lake Tahoe - Bedroom
Resthaven Tahoe
South Lake Tahoe, CA
7.8Good(1304)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
$128+
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3 Peaks Resort And Beach Club - South Lake Tahoe - Bedroom
3 Peaks Resort And Beach Club
South Lake Tahoe, CA
7.8Good(1733)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
$66+
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KAYAK’s insights for budget hotels in South Lake Tahoe

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How much is a budget hotel in South Lake Tahoe for tonight?

The best deal for a 3-star budget hotel room in South Lake Tahoe found by KAYAK users in the last 3 days was $75, while a 4-star budget hotel the lowest price was $629. The cheapest room found overall was for $75.

How much is a budget hotel in South Lake Tahoe for this weekend?

The cheapest budget hotel room in South Lake Tahoe for the upcoming weekend found on KAYAK in the last 3 days was for $280 per night. For the same dates, 3-star budget hotel rooms have been found for as low as $226 per night and 4-star budget hotel rooms from $874 per night.

How early should you book a hotel in South Lake Tahoe?

Book at least 79 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your South Lake Tahoe hotel.
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Low season

October

High season

June

Average price (weeknight)

$160

Average price (weekend night)

$278
Cheapest month to stay with an average 68% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 177% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

KAYAK's top tips for finding South Lake Tahoe budget hotel deals

  • Prices for budget hotels in South Lake Tahoe are cheaper in the low season, which is in October and April.
  • Budget room prices can vary depending on different factors. However, generally rooms cost less on a Monday. The most expensive night for a stay is Friday.
  • The cheapest budget hotel room in South Lake Tahoe found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $164. The most expensive cost $186.

FAQs about South Lake Tahoe budget hotels

  • How much does a room in a budget hotel in South Lake Tahoe cost?

    On average, budget hotel rooms in South Lake Tahoe cost $1,039. Depending on when you make your booking, when you book for, and other factors, it is possible to get better deals. The cheapest price booked on KAYAK in the last 3 days was $363.

  • Which highly-rated budget hotels in South Lake Tahoe are close to Reno Airport?

    Some of the best budget hotels in South Lake Tahoe that are in close proximity to the airport are The Jesse Hotel & Bar, Victorian Inn and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Reno Airport.

Where to stay in a budget hotel in South Lake Tahoe?

Our map will help you find the perfect place to stay in South Lake Tahoe by showing you the exact location of each hotel.

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Hotels near airports in South Lake Tahoe

Sacramento Intl Airport
Reno Airport
Stockton Airport

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