Desolation Hotel Hope Valley

3.5 star property
VIP Access

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Cabin, Multiple Beds | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds
Luxury Tent, Fireplace, River View | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds
Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Resort View | Living area
Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Bathtub | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds
Family Cabin, Multiple Beds, Balcony | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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14255 California 88, Markleeville, CA, 96120
  • Place, Turtle Rock County Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Hangman's Bridge
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Carson River
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL)
    ‪21 min drive‬
VIP Access
Curated for quality and service, VIP Access stays consistently receive our highest guest ratings.
  • Expect exceptional service
  • Extra savings and perks for BONUS+ members

Room options

Basic Cabin, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Bathtub

  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Basic Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, Mountain View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Cabin, Multiple Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Basic Cabin, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Pets allowed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Cabin, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Basic Cabin, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Pets allowed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Comfort Cabin, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Hill View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Basic Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Bathtub

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Family Cabin, Multiple Beds, Balcony

  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Bathtub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Basic Cabin, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Pets allowed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Resort View

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 King Bed

Cabin, Multiple Beds, Mountainside

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Basic Cabin, 1 King Bed, Pets allowed, Hill View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Cabin, Multiple Beds, Microwave

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Romantic Cabin

  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Mountain View, Mountainside

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 King Bed

Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Mountain View, Mountainside

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 King Bed

Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Cabin

  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Cabin, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Mountainside

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 10
  • 2 King Beds, 2 Double Beds and 1 Single Bed

Comfort Cabin, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Hill View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Tent, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace

  • 1 bedroom
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

Luxury Tent, Fireplace

  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

Luxury Tent, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace

  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

Luxury Tent, Fireplace, River View

  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

Luxury Tent, Fireplace, River View

  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

Luxury Tent, Multiple Beds, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Futon

Basic Cabin, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Pets allowed

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Basic Cabin, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Pets allowed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Bunk Beds and 1 Single Bed

Standard Cabin

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

Luxury Tent, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, River View

  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Tent, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Mountain View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Tent, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Tent, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Mountain View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Desolation Hotel Hope Valley

Resort with a nearby private beach, in the vicinity of Grover Hot Springs State Park
This smoke-free resort features a restaurant, a bar/lounge and coffee/tea in a common area. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, concierge services, express check-in and express check-out are on-site. Housekeeping is available on request.
Desolation Hotel Hope Valley offers 35 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and designer toiletries. Memory foam beds feature Frette Italian sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Desolation Hotel Hope Valley. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus a restaurant. This property offers pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls.
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 25+ Mbps)
  • Free self-parking
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Amenities include a car charging station and coffee/tea in a common area
  • On-site recreation includes snowshoeing and hiking/biking trails
  • 9.1 mi (14.7 km) from Grover Hot Springs State Park and 18.3 mi (29.5 km) from Heavenly Valley Creek
  • Dogs welcome for a fee
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
A private beach is featured. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Desolation Hotel Hope Valley also features ski storage, coffee/tea in common area, and concierge services. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Markleeville resort is smoke free.

Desolation Hotel Hope Valley has a restaurant on site.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Rock climbing
  • Ski storage
  • Sledding
  • Snowshoeing

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Meal delivery service

More

  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance 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), key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets: USD 55.00 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 55.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM.
Guests arriving after 10:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

Desolation Hope Valley Resort

Reviews

Desolation Hotel Hope Valley Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 197 out of 226 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 226 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 226 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 226 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 226 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jordan, Mill Valley

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The favorite place for our fur family to stay when in the area! Such unique cabins, great staff, EV charging, wonderful onsite restaurant - and dog friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Khern

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Araceli

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hiroaki

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mahnoor

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and super friendly staff, had the best time staying here!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Possibly the oldest and, 30+ years coming to this area, easily the best lodging and dining in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ma Clarisa

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodion

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place in a quiet place
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meredith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hope Valley at its best!

It’s always a pleasure to come here and chill for a couple of days. We are cyclists who enjoy road riding in the area and Desolation is perfectly situated for that. And a wonderful place to come back to after a day of riding for an afternoon of hanging in the Aspen Grove. All amenities are first rate, staff is friendly and helpful and the restaurant is good (especially breakfast). Nice hiking trails on the property and close by.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Desolation Hotel is absolutely amazing! Perfect mix between nature isolation with convent amenities! Definitely staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Livnat

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A beautiful cabin, tucked away.

We had the Foxtail cabin and it was perfect for my sister and I. It had everything we needed and then some. Made me wish we stayed longer than the one night. The restaurant on the premises was very good and the waiter/manager was very attentive. The sauna was a great and unexpected perk.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. The cabin we stayed in was cozy, clean and comfortable. Can't wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is about 25 minutes from the main area of South Lake Tahoe/stateline, but it’s a beautiful drive that goes quickly and so worth it! We stayed in “St Nicks” cabin and it was just so perfect! So clean, well cared for, nicely stocked kitchen, and fun loft area to sleep in. I will for SURE stay at this Desolation Hotel again, and I will tell my friends and family as well. Thank you for a great spot!
View from bed in the loft
View from bed in the loft
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hiroaki

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tylene

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful grounds surrounded by all the nature. Wonderful vibe. Will be back for sure
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Heather

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For almost 100 years, this has been an oasis tucked into an aspen stand beneath craggy cliffs and a stone’s throw from a gorgeous valley meadow with an alpine stream wandering through it. You can bring your own food to cook in the amazing cabin kitchens that would make getting snowed in a treat, or you can dine on well-made and locally-sourced choices on the restaurant menu. Then you can stop off in the open spaces to chill, book a sauna session, toast marshmallows in the firepit under the stars, and have the kids wild out in the play areas and ample grounds to wander before you retreat to the most comfortable cabins with beds and pillows as soft as clouds for a restful night. This is my favorite place to unwind and unplug.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Desolation doesn’t disappoint

My complaint is that I’m bummed I have never been here before. What a special place. Aspen everywhere, cool little cabins, good food and drink, fire pits, hiking. The best.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025