Holiday Inn Express South Lake Tahoe by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel near Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe in South Lake Tahoe

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Suite, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds
1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
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Suite, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
3961 Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA, 96150
  • Heavenly Gondola
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • The Shops at Heavenly Village
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Lakeside Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 495 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Extra Floor Space)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, Multiple Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(49 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(39 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

South Lake Tahoe

Close to the beach.Within a 10-minute walk of this South Lake Tahoe hotel, you'll find Heavenly Gondola and The Shops at Heavenly Village. Also, Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe is within half a mile (1 km) and Casino at Harveys Lake Tahoe is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

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

Getting around

  • Reno Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Base Camp Pizza Co. - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Blue Dog Gourmet Pizza - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Jamba - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪McP's Taphouse Grill - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express South Lake Tahoe by IHG

Hotel near Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe in South Lake Tahoe
Holiday Inn Express South Lake Tahoe by IHG offers its guests an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Public spaces have free WiFi. You'll find a business center on site. Free breakfast is available daily. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and ski storage are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express South Lake Tahoe by IHG. Self parking is free.
  • 89 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Ski lift tickets
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
Holiday Inn Express South Lake Tahoe by IHG offers 89 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Satellite television is provided. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

This South Lake Tahoe hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary weekday newspapers, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage

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
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per day.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

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.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per day

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, a smoke detector, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
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, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and window guards in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open May 26 and close October 01.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express South Lake Tahoe by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express South Lake Tahoe by IHG is 6.4 mi (15-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 Holiday Inn Express South Lake Tahoe by IHG?

As of Jul 5, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express South Lake Tahoe by IHG on Aug 5, 2025 start from $234.0, 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 Holiday Inn Express South Lake Tahoe by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Holiday Inn Express South Lake Tahoe by IHG offers an airport shuttle.

How close is Holiday Inn Express South Lake Tahoe by IHG to the beach?

This hotel is 0.6 mi (2-min drive) from Lakeside Beach and 4.8 mi (9-min drive) from Zephyr Cove Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Holiday Inn Express South Lake Tahoe by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express South Lake Tahoe by IHG offers free buffet breakfast on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM and weekends between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express South Lake Tahoe by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe (11-min walk) and Casino at Harveys Lake Tahoe (13-min walk) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express South Lake Tahoe by IHG?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express South Lake Tahoe by IHG?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Holiday Inn Express South Lake Tahoe by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express South Lake Tahoe by IHG features an outdoor pool.

Does Holiday Inn Express South Lake Tahoe by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express South Lake Tahoe by IHG to downtown South Lake Tahoe?

Holiday Inn Express South Lake Tahoe by IHG is 1.9 mi away from South Lake Tahoe.

Holiday Inn Express South Lake Tahoe by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 467 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 349 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 97 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 49 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 1002 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Dean

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xintong

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michelle

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room is not spacious enough, there’s some disturbing smelle around, elevator is creepy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anton

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Jerry

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Baljinder

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is Okay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Our first room had no heat had to move rooms
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

Traveled with family and small children
It's okay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Patricia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Spring break

Spring break. Perfect location to walk to Heavenly and casinos. Breakfast was nice and the staff is great. The elevator in the back is a bit scary a walking up 3 flights 3-4 times a day was a little exhausting. The channels on the TV are minimal.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Roderick

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

In need of maintenance and renovation

I have stayed at this hotel many times over the years and will be staying for a week in two weeks time. There is a need for some maintenance and renovation to return the hotel to its former fine state. The heating only blew cold air. The friendly staff changed my room so I could stay warm. My new room was fine, the heating worked, but the TV and coffee machine did not work because the power supply was faulty. The breakfast is excellent, although the breakfast room is small and crowded. Lastly, the strong WiFi signal was not connected to the internet. When I called about this I was told it was the whole hotel. It was eventually fixed but the security level is so poor my MacBook did not want me to connect. I hot spotted through my iPhone.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Felix

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

10/10 Excellent

Marife

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

Cleanliness

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

kelly

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blanca, Hayward

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Barbara

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Oksana

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Kelly

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Wasn’t particularly clean in certain areas. Hair in bathroom
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Justin

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

It was a great place to stay very satisfied

It was a great place to stay very close to the gondola two person. Hot tub was just what we needed after a long day on the slopes.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to everything
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

La Selle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, safe and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Don

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Perfect stay

Loved how spacious our room was! The staff is wonderful and service is excellent. Loved our stay here
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025