Desolation Hotel

933 Poplar Street, South Lake Tahoe, United States - Heavenly Valley Gondola
8.8/10 · 133 reviews

The 5-star Desolation Hotel South Lake Tahoe sits just a 7-minute walk from Heavenly Ski Resort and offers a restaurant. The hotel is 1 mile from Tahoe Rim Trail Association and provides guests with a steam room, a Jacuzzi bath, and a hot tub.

Location

World Cup is in proximity to this South Lake Tahoe hotel, and Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course is around 10 minutes' walk away. The Desolation is situated 2.2 miles from St Theresa Catholic Church, which is considered to be a sacred site. Options for cultural tourism include the modern Marcus Ashley Gallery, situated approximately 5 minutes away by car. Guests will find Heavenly Gondola cable car station not far from this property.

Rooms

The rooms at Desolation Hotel feature a writing table, along with a stone fireplace and soundproof windows for guests' convenience. Along with tea and coffee-making facilities, such essentials as air conditioning are also available. Bathrooms, equipped with a walk-in shower and a separate toilet, also feature a hairdryer and bathrobes. Many rooms have views of the pool.

Food & Drinks

The American-style Maggies restaurant offers a menu of American cuisine.

Leisure & Activities

Featuring a heated swimming pool, the Desolation South Lake Tahoe also provides such amenities as a sundeck and a summer terrace. A fitness studio, along with fitness classes, is included at this hotel to help guests maintain their physical well-being.

Why choose Desolation Hotel South Lake Tahoe

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  • Saltwater pool and jacuzzi access

  • Eco-conscious luxury accommodations

  • EV charging stations available

  • On-site fine dining restaurant

Main amenities

  • Wi-Fi

  • Express check-in/ -out

  • Swimming Pool

  • Private beach

  • Fitness/Gym

  • Sports activities

  • Spa and relaxation

  • On-site Dining

  • Child-friendly

  • Wheelchair access

  • Breakfast

  • Air conditioning

  • Pets

General
  • Wi-Fi
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Swimming Pool
  • Private beach
  • Fitness/Gym
  • Sports activities
  • Spa and relaxation
  • On-site Dining
  • Child-friendly
  • Wheelchair access
  • Breakfast
  • Air conditioning
  • Pets
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Internet

  • Wi-Fi

Parking options

  • On-site car park

Activities

  • Fitness centre
  • Canoeing
  • Skiing
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Cycling
  • Golf course

Property services

  • Safe deposit box
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Concierge desk
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Ski storage
  • Pet amenities available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Grocery shopping service
  • Welcome drink

Dining options

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

In the kitchen

  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Business facilities

  • Fax/Photocopying

For kids

  • Cots
  • Playpen
  • Board games
  • Children's menu

Recreation

  • Saltwater pool
  • Heated swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Sauna
  • Jacuzzi
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage
  • Open-air bath
  • Shallow end

For disabled guests

  • Handicap parking
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

In the rooms

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table

In the bathroom

  • Washing machine
  • Free toiletries

Devices

  • Flat-screen TV

Design

  • Parquet floor

General facilities

  • No smoking on site
  • Lift
  • Vending machines
  • Fireplace
  • Smoke detectors
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Pets

  • Pets allowed

Important information

Check-in:
from 16:00 until 20:00
Check-out:
from 10:00 until 11:00

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From USD 861 per night
Check-in 6 Jun 2026
Check-out 7 Jun 2026
Guests 2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
All rates verified
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933 Poplar Street, South Lake Tahoe, United States

 -  Heavenly Valley Gondola
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    From USD 861 per night
    Check-in 6 Jun 2026
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    Guests 2 guests

    Adults:

    2

    Children:

    0
    All rates verified
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    Check-in & out
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    from 16:00 until 20:00
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    from 10:00 until 11:00