Holiday Inn Express South Lake Tahoe by IHG

Hotel with outdoor pool, near Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe

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In the heart of South Lake Tahoe, Holiday Inn Express South Lake Tahoe, an IHG Hotel offers a warm welcome with a free breakfast buffet and dry cleaning/laundry services. Unwind in the spa tub or bask in the sun by the seasonal outdoor pool with sun loungers. With high-speed WiFi and multilingual staff at your service, previous guests rave about their stay due to its perfect location.
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Ski storage
  • Ski passes
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Hot tub
  • Business center
  • Airport shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
$122 nightly
$144 total
Mar 11 - Mar 12
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

Showing 7 of 7 rooms
Combined shower/tub, towels
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Extra Floor Space) | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Extra Floor Space) | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Extra Floor Space) | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Extra Floor Space)

Excellent

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 398 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
Combined shower/tub, towels
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Excellent

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
Combined shower/tub, towels
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Wonderful

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Jetted tub
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 355 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Combined shower/tub, towels
Standard Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Standard Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Combined shower/tub, towels

Standard Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
Combined shower/tub, towels
Suite, 1 Bedroom | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Suite, 1 Bedroom | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Suite, 1 Bedroom | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Wonderful

Highlights

Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
  • 495 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
Combined shower/tub, towels
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Suite, Multiple Beds | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Suite, Multiple Beds

Excellent

Highlights

Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
3961 Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA, 96150

What's nearby

  • Heavenly Gondola - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • The Shops at Heavenly Village - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Lakeside Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe Casino - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL) - 15 min drive
  • Reno Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) - 61 min drive
  • Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 62 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Base Camp Pizza Co. - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Blue Dog Gourmet Pizza - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Stateline Brewery & Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Driftwood Cafe - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express South Lake Tahoe by IHG

Holiday Inn Express South Lake Tahoe by IHG offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Heavenly Gondola and The Shops at Heavenly Village. You can get a morning swim in at the outdoor pool, and the hot tub makes for a relaxing end to the day. Also, Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe and Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe Casino are within a 15-minute walk. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and breakfast.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 89 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

    • An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle*

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast 6:30 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

What to do

  • Ski passes
  • Beach nearby
  • Use of nearby fitness center
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Working away

  • Business center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers
  • Ski storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • An outdoor pool
  • Hot tub

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Down comforter
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Free crib/infant bed

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 30.0 per day

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • The seasonal pool is open from May 26 to October 01

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and window guards on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

Also known as

Holiday Inn Express Hotel South Lake Tahoe
Holiday Inn Express South Lake Tahoe
South Lake Tahoe Holiday Inn Express
Holiday Inn Express Lake Tahoe
Holiday Inn Express South Lake Tahoe Hotel South Lake Tahoe
Holiday Inn Lake Tahoe
Lake Tahoe Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn Express South Lake Tahoe Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express South Lake Tahoe by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express South Lake Tahoe by IHG does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Holiday Inn Express South Lake Tahoe by IHG?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express South Lake Tahoe by IHG?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Express South Lake Tahoe by IHG?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Holiday Inn Express South Lake Tahoe by IHG?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express South Lake Tahoe by IHG?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at Holiday Inn Express South Lake Tahoe by IHG?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe (11-min walk) and Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe Casino (13-min walk) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Holiday Inn Express South Lake Tahoe by IHG and nearby?

Have fun with activities like fishing, hiking, and horseback riding, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes casino gaming. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the outdoor pool. Holiday Inn Express South Lake Tahoe by IHG also has a seasonal outdoor pool.

What's the area around Holiday Inn Express South Lake Tahoe by IHG like?

Holiday Inn Express South Lake Tahoe by IHG is a short 11-minute walk from Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe and 7 minutes' walk from Heavenly Gondola. Travelers say the area is walkable and ideal for skiing.

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Holiday Inn Express South Lake Tahoe by IHG Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast options were delicious and plentiful with a variety of hot and cold food available. (58 reviews)
  • The property is close to many restaurants and offers a convenient free hot breakfast. (4 reviews)
  • Parking was very easy and conveniently located near the property. (5 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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10/10 Exceptional

large space
Eunkyung, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything is good
Safar, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The place is phenomenal
Jared, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and comfortable
Vivek, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good breakfast, easy parking , very clean
reinaldo, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good.
Pedro, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

comfortable bed
Mariano, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Yes
Divya, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice place to stay. Able to walk to the marina at the lake. There is a traffic light coming out of the property which makes turning in to Lake Tahoe Blvd much easier and safer.
Merna, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Cozy
Brian, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Air conditioning(heating) is effective, Parking is easy, but many parking space are under the tall pine trees.
Yuhuan, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Breakfast: scrabled eggs, bacon, sausage, potatoes, biscuits, good cinnamon rolls, OJ, coffee & more. During late October, Lake Tahoe does't need AC.
Kenneth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay!

Great breakfast Room was great. They let us park there even if check in wasn’t until 4 pm , which was convenient
Juana, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Im totally amazed with its staff, they were friendly and kind in every situation
Karen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Love the breakfast clean rooms
YISEL, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was great is our third time staying there, basically 3 years in a row. Is clean, nice and very close to the shops.
Francisco, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The property is clean and perfect location
Violet, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room was standard, but quiet. Air conditioner worked great. Parking was terrible.
Gerald, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Easy to park, easy to check in. We requested a roll-in bed and they delivered on time. Clean room, bathroom has a shower stall and a bathtub. A popular Italian restaurant was just steps away from the front desk area. Free breakfast was good. Location was close to highways, grocery stores, department stores, but the hotel area was quiet.
Teresa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It is convenient to walk at the main center,
Leonicia Veronica, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The rooms were so clean and nice and roomy
Tori, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room size worked great for my group and the beds were very comfortable. The location was close to so many food and shopping areas and within walking distance.
Taleen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great spot
Mari, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

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ZBIGNIEW, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Close to shopping area, convenient, clean and quiet.
Jie, 2-night trip