DESOLATION HOTEL SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, South Lake Tahoe
Hotel Details
Desolation Hotel - A modern eco-luxury resort with saltwater pool, Japanese-inspired spa, and private balcony soaking tubs
Located near Heavenly Village, this 5-star South Lake Tahoe hotel combines Japanese tranquility with Scandinavian design across its Alpine Studios and El Dorado Townhomes. Each air-conditioned accommodation features a private balcony with soaking tub, kitchenette, flat-screen TV with streaming services, and soundproof walls. Desolation Hotel maintains 20 EV charging stations and offers free bikes and private parking. Wellness facilities include a saltwater pool, Japanese-inspired hot tub, sauna with cold plunge, and a fitness center equipped with Peloton bikes and free weights. The property houses Maggie's Restaurant for seasonal dining and Velma's Pool Bar for casual fare. A dedicated workspace by Untethered overlooks Lake Tahoe. The hotel sits 2 miles from Heavenly Ski Resort and 1 mile from Tahoe Queen.
Desolation Hotel: Pros
- Plants one tree in the Tahoe area for each guest night booked through Sugar Pine Foundation - Features eco-friendly infrastructure with high-efficiency appliances and sustainable materials - Welcomes dogs throughout the property and wilderness areas - Offers the highest concentration of EV charging stations in the Tahoe area
Desolation Hotel: Cons
- Located 53.5 miles from the nearest airport (Reno-Tahoe International) - Pets cannot be left unattended in rooms
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- Concierge desk
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Baggage storage
- Ski storage
- Elevator
- Vending machines
- Fireplace
- Smoke detectors
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness center
- Canoeing
- Skiing
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Cycling
- Golf course
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Services
- Pet amenities available
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Grocery shopping service
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Poolside snack bar
- Outdoor dining area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cribs
- Playpen
- Board games
- Children's menu
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Saltwater pool
- Heated swimming pool
- Beach access
- Sun loungers
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
- Sauna
- Steam room
- Jacuzzi
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
- Open-air bath
- Shallow end
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
Bathroom
- Washing machine
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Parquet floor