This mountain lodge offers a perfect blend of natural surroundings and attentive service, with the added convenience of being just steps from Heavenly Gondola
High Country Lodge, a short walk from Heavenly Gondola, offers a cozy mountain retreat. Enjoy practical amenities like free in-room WiFi, self parking, and express check-out. Guests consistently praise the helpful staff who enhance the stay experience.
Gardner Mountain, a neighborhood in South Lake Tahoe, is home to High Country Lodge. Heavenly Ski Resort and Heavenly Gondola are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit The Shops at Heavenly Village. Magic Carpet Golf and Lake Tahoe Balloons are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and downhill skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledding. Visit our South Lake Tahoe travel guide
1227 Emerald Bay Road, South Lake Tahoe, CA, 96150
What's nearby
Lakeside Beach
9 min drive - 9.7 km
Heavenly Gondola
9 min drive - 10.1 km
The Shops at Heavenly Village
9 min drive - 10.1 km
Barton Memorial Hospital
11 min walk - 1.0 km
Magic Carpet Golf
3 min drive - 3.3 km
Getting around
Reno Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO)
76 min drive
Restaurants
Cascade Kitchens
13 min walk
McDonald's
13 min walk
Crazy Good Bakery Cafe
1 min drive
Lake Tahoe AleWorX
1 min drive
Taco Bell
20 min walk
About this property
High Country Lodge
Hotel near Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe Casino
Located close to Heavenly Gondola, High Country Lodge has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
Free self parking
Express check-out and smoke-free premises
Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at High Country Lodge feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Family friendly
In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Conveniences
Limited-hour front desk
Guest services
Housekeeping (on request)
Outdoors
Picnic area
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Assistive listening devices
Braille/raised signage
No elevator (single-level property)
Raised toilet seat
Visual fire alarm
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
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2 buildings
Built in 1973
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
40-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
Food and drink
Microwave
Refrigerator
More
Air conditioning
Desk
Heating
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 11:00 PM and 2:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Deposit: USD 200 per accommodation, per stay
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-in fee for check-in between 11:00 PM and 2:00 AM
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This hotel will place an authorization for the full cost of stay and incidentals for any bookings where payment for the stay will be made on site instead of at the time of booking.
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Property is also known as
High Country Lodge South Lake Tahoe
High Country South Lake Tahoe
High Country Lodge Hotel
High Country Lodge South Lake Tahoe
High Country Lodge Hotel South Lake Tahoe
Frequently asked questions
Is High Country Lodge pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at High Country Lodge?
As of 2026/3/6, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at High Country Lodge on 2026/3/12 start from NT$2,093, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at High Country Lodge?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from 11:00 PM–2:00 AM for a fee.
What time is check-out at High Country Lodge?
Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.
Where is High Country Lodge located?
Located in Gardner Mountain, this hotel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Barton Memorial Hospital and within 3 mi (5 km) of Magic Carpet Golf and Tahoe Mountain Wedding Chapel. Washoe Meadows State Park and Tahoe Trout Farm are also within 3 mi (5 km).
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Reviews
High Country Lodge Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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It was clean no smell, the only thing was the pillows were a bit hard, we got there at 1:45pm the manager was nice and let us check in early. Overall it was a nice stay..
The property owner and management were very friendly and accommodating, gave great suggestions for activities even helped me out with some tools to fix our seat. The motel has a great location near food and activities. We would definitely stay here again.
Raymond
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
christopher
2025/7/30
I’ve stayed here In the summer a couple times. It is very easy to get in and out and the rooms are clean. There is a nice breakfast spot next door. The people who run it are nice and accommodating. For the money it works great.
Our king sized room was quite large. The room was clean everything in good shape. The shower was awesome nice and big. Appreciated free parking and no resort fee. Close to restaurants didn’t have to go far.
I've stayed at High Country Lodge multiple times and the staff has always been friendly and helpful. The rooms are well maintained, comfortable and clean.
Excellent value. Clean and well managed. This is a renovated classic old-school motel. very comfortable bed. stayed 5-nights for a ski vaccation. Family owned and managed.
A gem, and a good value for a short stay. Plenty of shopping and eating excursions within a short driving distance. Very quiet location away from the hub-bub and noise of the CA/Nevada border. The facilities were very clean and the staff was attentive, responsive and generous.
My family and I stayed here for 2 nights and we had a good stay. Room was decent, comfortable and clean. Check in was fast and staff was friendly and very nice to reccomend where to eat & places to go. I would come back here :)
Nice and cheap option! Check in was super easy and quick. Easy parking even though we had more cars than allowed.
Would highly recommend and do again!
Maxim
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
6/10 Okay
Angelica
2025/7/8
Last-minute booking.
The area was nice—quiet and friendly, which I appreciated. However, I was surprised and disappointed to be charged an extra $40 for a late check-in. That detail wasn’t made clear up front, and it felt a bit unfair
This little motel is just what we needed in South Tahoe. Off the main drag and walkable to many restaurants for breakfast and dimner. Theoutside is fetting a fresh coat of paint and our room was recently renovated. Very clean, great king mattress and quiet. The proprietor was very friendly and is a hard worker...you can tell by the beautiful lawn! If youre looking for a clean no frills place, this is it!