Desolation Hotel Hope Valley

3.5 star property
VIP Access

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Romantic Cabin | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds
Luxury Tent, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds
Luxury Tent, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds
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Romantic Cabin | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

Explore the area

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14255 California 88, Markleeville, CA, 96120
  • Place, Hangman's Bridge
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Turtle Rock County Park
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Carson River
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL)
    ‪26 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

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Basic Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Cabin, Multiple Beds

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Cabin, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Comfort Cabin, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Hill View

  • Hill view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Basic Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Bathtub

  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Family Cabin, Multiple Beds, Balcony

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Bathtub

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

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Resort View

  • Resort view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Cabin, Multiple Beds, Mountainside

  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

  • Hill view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Family Cabin, Multiple Beds, Microwave

  • Hill view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Romantic Cabin

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Mountain View, Mountainside

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

Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Mountain View, Mountainside

  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen

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

Cabin

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Family Cabin, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Mountainside

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

Comfort Cabin, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Hill View

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

Luxury Tent, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace

  • Hill view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon
  • Free Wi-Fi

Luxury Tent, Fireplace

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon
  • Free Wi-Fi

Luxury Tent, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon
  • Free Wi-Fi

Luxury Tent, Fireplace, River View

  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon
  • Free Wi-Fi

Luxury Tent, Fireplace, River View

  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon
  • Free Wi-Fi

Luxury Tent, Multiple Beds, River View

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

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

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Basic Cabin, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Pets allowed

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Bunk Beds and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Cabin

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Luxury Tent, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, River View

  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Luxury Tent, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Tent, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Luxury Tent, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Luxury Tent, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Desolation Hotel Hope Valley

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. Other amenities include concierge services, express check-out and gas grills. Housekeeping is available on request.
Desolation Hotel Hope Valley offers 35 accommodations with fireplaces and complimentary bottles of water. 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 bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and portable fans. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Rollaway/extra beds (complimentary) are also available. 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.

Barbecue grills, ski storage, and coffee/tea in common area are also featured at Desolation Hotel Hope Valley. 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
  • Limited on-site self parking

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

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • 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

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Meal delivery service

More

  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 8:30 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
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

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.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!

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
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 7:00 AM - 8:30 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 48 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Prior to arrival, guests must complete online registration with the property via a secure link. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in 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.

Property is also known as

Desolation Hope Valley Resort

Desolation Hotel Hope Valley Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 242 out of 274 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 274 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 274 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 274 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 274 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wenhan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing wooden cabin, and very friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cutest cabins and all the amenities you could want in a winter wonderland. Best staff always working to make your stay memorable!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean and nicely decorated cabins. Staff was very helpful and everything set the restaurant was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paige

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean room, nice staff and grounds.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This was the most adorable hotel. Highly recommend! We had a little Swedish-style cabin with carefully curated design details, comfy bed, beautifully decked-out kitchen. And we had a delicious home-made meal at their restaurant. Lovely staff. All around perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phalguni

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very cozy cottages, access was easy, next to highway. breakfast was simple yet filling!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nayely

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
So nice!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rajan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, beautiful people, beautiful location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a pleasure to stay in one of their unique and beautifully-appointed cabins. Everything is so snug and comfy. Restaurant servers and office staff are lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mahnoor

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a cute place! Would gladly stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk was very helpful and welcoming. I regret booking only for one night, I definitely recommend this place especially if your looking to reconnect to nature and find peace.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a hidden gem and every time I have stayed there, I have had a perfect time. Restaurant staff is great, office staff is responsive and pleasant, rooms are sparking clean and comfy. I cannot rave enough about the comfy beds and pillows and the awesome kitchen in the cabin. The restaurant menu used to be much more extensive, but even the shorter offering had something everyone enjoyed, was well-executed, and portions are always generous after a fun day in desolation/mokelumne wilderness.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rattanaporn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy room magical place
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jec

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was romantic and cozy! Loved the bath tub! The first snow fall for the year made it such a cute and cozy stay. The restaurant and sauna were both nice ammenities on site. It's a place I would love enjoying a nice getaway again, summer, fall or winter!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eduard

Amazing place, staff, location, had snow too, a room fireplace and a shared bonfire. A restaurant as well. Mini cabin for hotel prices, extremely good value here. 2 Tesla charging stations at hotel. One for older teslas as well
Cabin
Cabin view, snow in November
2 Tesla charging stations at hotel. One for older teslas as well
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was beyond my expectations
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful cabin (St. Nick’s Cabin) Clean Cozy
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We are obsessed and can’t wait to visit again… soon!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sahar

Amazing place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Katharine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We had a great stay, the beds and bedding were lovely. The only thing the kitchen was missing was a toaster but other wise was well appointed. Would recommend booking your sauna appointment when you check in as we did have a hard time finding availability. The staff were helpful and fit us in the morning we left amd let us do a noon che k out. Will def be back if we can snag th r same great rate!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

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

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best yurt ever, better than a standard room, very roomy and comfy
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025