Pepper Tree Inn

3.0 star property
3-star motel in Downtown Tahoe City

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(31 reviews)
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(44 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(35 reviews)
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Lake View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Partial Lake View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds, Partial Lake View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Tahoe City

Downtown Tahoe City stay.With a stay at this Downtown Tahoe City motel, you'll be steps from Tahoe City Marina and Watson Cabin Museum. Commons Beach Park and Tahoe City Golf Course are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Commons Beach Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Tahoe City Golf Course - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Stateline Lookout - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Tahoe State Recreation Area - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • North Lake Tahoe Visitor Center - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Truckee Station - 21 min drive
  • Reno Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shadyside Lounge - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Bridgetender - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Sierra Surf Club - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Fat Cat Bar & Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Front Street Station Pizza - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Pepper Tree Inn

3-star motel in Downtown Tahoe City
Pepper Tree Inn offers its guests a terrace, multilingual staff, and laundry facilities. WiFi is free in public spaces. Pepper Tree Inn also features express check-out and an elevator. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Tahoe City motel is smoke free.

  • 44 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1960
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Terrace
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Pepper Tree Inn offers 44 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Tahoe City motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and portable fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

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
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
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
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 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), lockbox

Pets

  • Pets: USD 45.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • 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 45.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • 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 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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Pepper Tree Inn.

Property is also known as

Pepper Tree Inn Tahoe City
Pepper Tree Tahoe City
Pepper Tree Motel
Pepper Tree Hotel Tahoe City
Pepper Tree Inn Motel
Pepper Tree Inn Tahoe City
Pepper Tree Hotel Tahoe City
Pepper Tree Inn Motel Tahoe City

Frequently asked questions

How close is Pepper Tree Inn to the airport?

Pepper Tree Inn is 18.9 mi (25-min drive) away from the Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Pepper Tree Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Pepper Tree Inn.

How close is Pepper Tree Inn to the beach?

This motel is 8.2 mi (13-min drive) from Moon Dunes Beach and 9 mi (15-min drive) from Kings Beach State Recreation Area. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Pepper Tree Inn offer free breakfast?

Pepper Tree Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Pepper Tree Inn?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Crystal Bay Casino (18-min drive) and Jim Kelley's Tahoe Nugget Casino (18-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Pepper Tree Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Pepper Tree Inn?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Pepper Tree Inn have a pool?

Pepper Tree Inn does not have a pool.

Does Pepper Tree Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Pepper Tree Inn to downtown Tahoe City?

Pepper Tree Inn is 0.1 mi away from Tahoe City.

Pepper Tree Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 385 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 291 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 162 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 84 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 80 out of 1002 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Maria

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an older property but, we were very pleased with its location; central to shopping, dining and the lake was right across the street. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ajmal

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jeff

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was ok
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ed

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This place is awesome. Staff was great. Great price
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My go to place for staying at Tahoe city, no one can beat the location and friendly staff they have.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, friendly staff, I come here often, feel like a home. The only place one can see the lake high on a semi highrise building.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

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

6/10 Okay

Richard

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Old and Tired with Great Location

Location hands down fantastic. But the owners are putting no money back in it. It’s somewhat run down. Expect adequate, not nice. Staff worked hard to please us despite limited lobby hours. Great restaurants and path along lake.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

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

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We found out the day before our arrival that road construction was happening right in front of the hotel at night. It didn't turn out to be much of an issue, but it did not just begin. We should have been advised sooner so that we would have an option to change. Access and parking was a minor issue. The mattress on our bed has as hard as a rock with no padding, probably the most uncomfortable mattress that I have ever slept on.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jessica

Traveled with family
There was a ton of spiders everywhere, the beds were not the most comfortable other than that it was cute little hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Linda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The view and location is nice but with no ac it can get loud. They do provide fans. The worst are the beds which are some of the hardest I've ever slept on.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
From the upper floors (7th or 6th) the view of the lake is wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyra

Nice, cheap and clean. Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

shana

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

SLUM LORDS! Do not stay here!

SLUM LORDS! This hotel is absolutely unacceptable. The first thing that hit me was the smell — stale, unpleasant, and impossible to ignore. The carpet was filthy, clearly neglected for years, and the blanket on the bed looked old and worn, as though it hadn’t been replaced in decades. The bed itself was a nightmare: instead of a proper mattress, it had a wooden board running through it, making sleep nearly impossible. The window didn’t even lock, which made the room feel unsafe. On top of that, the bathroom didn’t even have a shower curtain, leaving water everywhere and adding to the overall sense of neglect. This place cuts corners at every possible turn and shows zero concern for guest comfort or safety. I would strongly caution anyone against staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Suzanne

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Hsiu Mei

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

Don’t book this hotel!!!

This hotel accused us smoking in the room which we didn’t do at all. We don’t smoke at all. That’s ridiculous and they charged us $250. We checked in on 9/2 and checked out next morning around 5:55 9/3 but no one in the office. We paid for two days stay but we don’t like the hotel because of its environment so we left one day early.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel

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

2/10 Terrible

Zineb

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terrible front desk.. aggressive and hostile If you disagree with him he will call the cops on you.. psychopath
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Roger, Fair Oaks

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Road work and construction in the Tahoe City area was noisy and made it more difficult to get around.
The street below The Pepper Tree Inn on a rainy day 09-03-2025
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
N/a
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025