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The TrailHead

2.0 star property

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Lake view
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Snow and ski sports
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King Bed w/ Spa | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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3892 Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA, 96150
  • Heavenly Gondola
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Lakeside Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

King - Jetted Tub

  • 28 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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King Bed w/ Spa | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

King Bed w/ Spa

  • 33 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Honeymoon Suite | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Honeymoon Suite

  • 37 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • 28 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 28 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

The TrailHead

Hotel with free parking, a quick walk to Heavenly Gondola
This hotel features express check-in, express check-out and a picnic area. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a TV in a common area and a vending machine.
The TrailHead offers 36 accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels.

This South Lake Tahoe hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include free toiletries and blackout curtains.

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 The TrailHead. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Heavenly Gondola. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking and Motorhome/coach/lorry parking
  • Amenities include a terrace, a vending machine and TV in a common area
  • Within a 15-minute walk of Heavenly Gondola and Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
As a guest of The TrailHead, you'll find a terrace, a vending machine, and ski storage. Public spaces have free WiFi. The TrailHead also features a picnic area, express check-in, and express check-out. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this South Lake Tahoe hotel.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site

Things to do

  • Ski storage
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Vending machine

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1949
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 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 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out fee: USD 15.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (8:30 AM - 4:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (8:00 AM - 6:00 PM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 4:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

  • Pets: USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 15.00

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
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, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system
This property's front desk is open during the following times:
  • Sunday - Thursday: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 4:30 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in information and lockbox information. 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.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Vagabond Inn Lake Tahoe
Vagabond Inn Motel Lake Tahoe
TrailHead Motel South Lake Tahoe
TrailHead South Lake Tahoe
Vagabond Inn South Lake Tahoe Hotel South Lake Tahoe
The TrailHead Hotel
The TrailHead South Lake Tahoe
The TrailHead Hotel South Lake Tahoe

The TrailHead Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 149 out of 612 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 165 out of 612 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 117 out of 612 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 87 out of 612 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 94 out of 612 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Shrey

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place in a great location Raymond was a good host Very helpful no hassles at all
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tiaan

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great staff, let me keep my car in the lot after checkout. clean room, basic but met all needs.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Israel

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Alida

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was so dirty, full of dog hair, the smell was so bad, we try to contact the manager but she didn’t answer. Really bad property
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Maria

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Shakila

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would like better stairs. It was so scary. You think you’re gonna fall down.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Josh

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sankalp, Belmont

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

8/10 Good

Paige

Business traveller
Liked: Room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Pam

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The cleaning crew missed an inhaler on the floor. So I have to wonder how well they actually cleaned.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Travelled with group
Staff was so nice. We were allowed to check in 3 hours early.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

henry

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Julio, Del Rey

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Last minute reservation. Cheapest option. Property is old and had issues with the shower clogging up. Staff was great and responsive.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hong

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
great location for skiing. good condition for the price
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

NAOUFEL

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room smelling weed all the time. There are NO Smoking signs on rooms doors but people are smoking weed and cigarettes anyway. The carpet was stinky and shower was so small i barely fit in it. Wifi kept dropping alaso
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great communication and easy to get to.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherlyn

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

6/10 Okay

Edith

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
The bedding ( comforter) was smelling so bad.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Juan

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
this place has a terrible cleanness, the only thing that it did look clean where the towels and the garbage that had new bags, after looking inside the room I try to geet another room at some other place, but I wasn't able to find one, so I had no choice, lucky brought my own blanket and pillow, I could not take a shower, the stand up shower was so nasty I could not stand bare feet on it, find some place else to stay definitely, not here.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jenna

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Daniela

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room for the price was ok. There was chipped paint all over the carpet from the bathroom to the closet side. The nightstand was sticky and dirty. The bathroom floor was not swept, by the bathroom window it was dusty and the window was hard to open. We also found a big hardware nail on the carpet next to one of the beds.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jenny Lynn

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our room is really dirty the bathroom still has poop in it when we checked in. Not safe specially with kids. Terrible place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

marco, Cotati

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in helpful staff and the room was clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024