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Big Pines Mountain House

2.0 star property
Beach hotel near Lakeside Beach

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Seasonal outdoor pool
King Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
Apartment with Two Bedrooms, Two Bathrooms, Living Room and Full Kitchen | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
Deluxe Queen Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Living area | 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV
Deluxe Queen Room with Two Queen beds, Kitchen, Non Smoking | View from room

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet friendly
  • Pool
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
4083 Cedar Ave, South Lake Tahoe, CA, 96150
  • Heavenly Gondola
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • The Shops at Heavenly Village
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Lakeside Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Executive King Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Executive King Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Non Smoking

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Queen Room with Two Queen beds, Kitchen, Non Smoking

Deluxe Queen Room with Two Queen beds, Kitchen, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Deluxe Queen Room with Two Queen beds, Kitchen, Non Smoking

  • 380 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Apartment with Two Bedrooms, Two Bathrooms, Living Room and Full Kitchen | Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Apartment with Two Bedrooms, Two Bathrooms, Living Room and Full Kitchen

  • 550 sq ft
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Deluxe King, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Deluxe King, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Deluxe King, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Queen Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Queen Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Standard Queen Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Queen Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Deluxe Queen Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Deluxe Queen Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for King Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette, Non Smoking

King Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

King Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette, Non Smoking

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard King Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Standard King Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Standard King Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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King Spa Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

King Spa Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Non Smoking

  • 454 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family room, 1 King bed and 1 Bunk bed, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Family room, 1 King bed and 1 Bunk bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

South Lake Tahoe

Lakeside Park stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Lakeside Park hotel, you'll find Heavenly Gondola and Casino at Harveys Lake Tahoe. Also, Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe is within half a mile (1 km) and Heavenly Ski Resort is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Heavenly Gondola - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • The Shops at Heavenly Village - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Casino at Harveys Lake Tahoe - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Lakeside Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Base Camp Pizza Co. - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Blue Dog Gourmet Pizza - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪American River Café at Harrah's Lake Tahoe - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Big Pines Mountain House

Beach hotel near Lakeside Beach
Unwind on the private sand beach, located just 0.6 miles away. You'll be playing in the surf in no time with a free ride on the hotel's complimentary beach shuttle.

Public spaces have free WiFi. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

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

  • 75 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Smoking in designated areas
Big Pines Mountain House offers 75 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves.

This South Lake Tahoe hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). 32-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free beach shuttle
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

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
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 4 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

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 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25 (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

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in July and close in September.
  • Up to 4 children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Big Pines Mountain House to the airport?

Big Pines Mountain House is 6.8 mi (16-min drive) away from the Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Big Pines Mountain House?

As of Jun 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Big Pines Mountain House on Jun 9, 2025 start from $45.9, 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.

Does Big Pines Mountain House have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Big Pines Mountain House.

How close is Big Pines Mountain House to the beach?

This hotel is a short 10-minute walk from Lakeside Beach and 4.7 mi (9-min drive) from Zephyr Cove Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Big Pines Mountain House offer free breakfast?

Big Pines Mountain House does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Big Pines Mountain House?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Casino at Harveys Lake Tahoe (7-min walk) and Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe (8-min walk) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Big Pines Mountain House?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in costs USD 25 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Big Pines Mountain House?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Big Pines Mountain House have a pool?

Big Pines Mountain House features a seasonal outdoor pool.

Does Big Pines Mountain House have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Big Pines Mountain House to downtown South Lake Tahoe?

Big Pines Mountain House is 2.1 mi away from South Lake Tahoe.

Big Pines Mountain House Reviews

Reviews

6.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 277 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 157 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 173 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 163 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 235 out of 1005 reviews

6.4/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Lucy

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in a standard king room. The room was did not look like the photos on Expedia. The bathroom was dirty - hair on the sink and counter top and toothpaste on the countertop. There was one standing lamp and 2 bedside lamps and only one bedside lamp worked. The bed was extremely uncomfortable - felt the springs all night. The pillows were flat. Our neighbor was extremely loud - was knocking on the door and yelling at 2-3am. The only plus was the location, only 1 block from heavenly village.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leonor

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

10/10 Excellent

Tallulah

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic experience. Would return.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gael

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Big pines is perfectly located for exploring Tahoe city . It's withing walking distance of many attraction, restaurant and shops. The free Wi-Fi was fast and reliable. We really had a great time staying at this place.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Flynn

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room were clean and well maintained .Budget friendly accomodation. Close to highways and local attractions.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rupali

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A truly great experience.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Marisela

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The worker was Awesome an amazing person
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

chelsie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pictures do not resemble the rooms at all. Our room was outdated and dirty. Asked to switch rooms and they “upgraded” us to just as dirty of a room. The guy who checked us in understood and apologized and agreed the pictures do not show their actual rooms. We ended up getting a different hotel at another location and have to dispute our refund with Expedia. Save yourself time and stay elsewhere.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Great location

Quick weekend trip to snowboard. Great location and walking distance to everything. Hotel is outdated but we knew that going in and were happy with the location. Wish we brought extra blankets for the bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Zachary

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with pets
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
DIRTY DIRTY DIRTY food on floor in beds did not change sheets no soap in showers no clean towels place was horrible I would not stay here if the place cost a dollar a night safe your self don’t stay here
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great nice clean and comfortable. Staff was exceptionally friendly and helping. Location was excellent, very convenient if you plans for skiing or going to Casino's.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Gerald

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

2/10 Terrible

Armando

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

Never come back again

Disappointed the room wasn’t well cleaned. Found pieces of candy wrapping on the floor by the bed, a used contact lens on the bathroom floor, the floors are coming apart, molding, iron board without cover, the sink leaked water all lever the floor. I told them to get it fixed which they did but when I got back from skiing all day, they took all my bath towels, I had to go to the FD and ask for towels so I could shower which they came late. Just not a great place to stay even for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

kenneth

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

2/10 Terrible

Justin

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ramsay

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel has a very convenient location, few minutes walk to casinos and Heavenly village. Room we got was clean and cozy. Staff was very nice and informative , with many local recommendations, which really helped. I do appreciate the extra effort staff was making to make us more comfortable throughout the stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Nurlan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

No heater in the freezing snow days

We recently stayed here in Tahoe during snowy weather and had a very disappointing experience. We booked two rooms—one was fine, but the other had a major issue: the heater was not working. We immediately reported this problem at check-in around 6 PM, expecting a prompt resolution given the freezing temperatures. However, despite multiple follow-ups, nothing was done. By 11 PM—after a long and exhausting day outdoors—we were still left without heat. At 11:30 PM, completely frustrated and unable to stay in such conditions, we had no choice but to leave and find another place to stay. The lack of urgency and customer care in addressing such a critical issue was unacceptable. A functional heater in winter is a basic necessity, and the hotel’s failure to fix or offer an alternative solution ruined our experience. We expected better service and responsiveness, and unfortunately, this stay did not meet even the most basic hospitality standards.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noahd

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious and clean, with comfortable beds and a good shower. The staff were very friendly and accommodating, even letting us check in early. Great value for the price and perfect location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyrie

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Budget friendly accomodation with good service and excellent location. Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Taylor

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Andrew

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Worst hotel in Lake Tahoe

The bathroom floor had water because of the leaking shower and there was missing tiles on the ceiling of the shower. The ceiling in the room damage and the bed was so hard to sleep on. The floors in the room were missing pieces and the lights kept flickering when on. When my husband and I were trying to sleep in people were stomping above us.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

gina

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Horrible conditions

The fireplace did not work I have kids with me, and we froze all night even after your maintenance personal came in and adjusted it saying give it time it will get warm. The fireplace was not the fireplace that you have in the other rooms. Even if it did work, I could not imagine this tiny little fireplace warming up this whole room. -The TV is 19" while the other rooms have large tv's. It was Incredibly difficult for us to see. We had to cram in one bed just to watch tv. -There was one frying pan that had eggs still stuck to the pan and the pan was warped. I could not make a full breakfast due to the condition of the kitchen. I thought since there was only one pan, I would place the hash browns in the oven, and the oven didn't work. I now have to spend more money taking my family out to eat a full meal. -The towels were dirty, especially the wash rags. Clear dirt visually seen on the wash rags. -There was no laminate flooring. We had worn out carpet that was dirty and smelled. I appreciate your urgent response to this matter. I do not want a partial credit; I expect a full credit.
Wash rags were dirty
Warped frying pan that had egg stuck to it. And the stove did not even work.
Stains on the floor
Heater was broken
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025