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Pepper Tree Inn

3.0 star property
3-star motel in Downtown Tahoe City

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | View from room
Front of property
Terrace/patio
Reception

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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645 N Lake Blvd, Tahoe City, CA, 96145
  • Place, Tahoe State Recreation Area
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, North Lake Tahoe Visitor Center
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Granlibakken Resort Ski Area
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Reno, NV (RNO-Reno-Tahoe Intl.)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Room options

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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
(20 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

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(33 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

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(13 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

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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
  • Stateline Lookout - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Tahoe State Recreation Area - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Tahoe City Marina - 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
  • ‪Front Street Station Pizza - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Fat Cat Bar & Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sierra Surf Club - ‬5 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
  • 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 8:00 AM - 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

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

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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.

How much does it cost to stay at Pepper Tree Inn?

As of Nov 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pepper Tree Inn on Nov 16, 2025 start from $109.0, 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 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. 383 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 290 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 164 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 85 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 79 out of 1001 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

10/10 Excellent

Tammy, Vallejo

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location was great. We have a great view of the lake. Didn't need to drive, we rode our bike or walked.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

ilia

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

6/10 Okay

VINOD

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Good location, but place is slightly run down
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

thomas

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

8/10 Good

Nancy C

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lack of parking spots in the evening was not good. Paid for limited view of lake, and boy! Was it limited. boy!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Carol

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Yasmine

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
The location of this hotel is EXACTLY why I will be booking again. Despite the condition of the building, it is literally in the center of the Tahoe City community. Across the street from Commons beach, dining and shops next door, and a 7 minute walk from the nearest grocery store! The location cannot be beat.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location beautiful view from the sixth floor. Dog friendly Heather was awesome.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Timm

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

Great view

Spectacular view of the lake. Older facility, but perfectly fine.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for 1 night on a work trip. Heather at the front desk was very friendly and helpful. Room was clean and comfortable. I would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Safety concern hopefully about to get fixed

It was fine, 1 exception: the stairs were damaged and a sign asked us not to use it and the elevator clearance expired a year ago. It’s a seven story building. One of these items should be in deemed safe and neither were. Stairs could be newly damaged so hopefully this was a rare exception at this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Clean. Friendly staff. Right on the lake great view
View outside our window
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

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

Don’t stay!

When we first arrived there was no parking in the parking lot. The only worker for the hotel came out and was trying to get people to park their cars so close to each other. Everyone was gonna get door dings. They asked us to put our car in the parking down underneath the hotel when we went down there my car bottomed out and scrapped underneath it’s a very tight space and I didn’t trust leaving it there. Secondly our room was very hot. There is no AC available I asked for a fan or somebody to fix our window so we could get air neither of those things happen. The next morning I woke up with bites all over my legs and a very sore back the mattresses are thin and hard. The pillows are old, thin and discolored. Friends that were staying with us took pictures of bedbugs in their room. I fear this is why I had bites on my legs. Our ice bucket leaked so we had to keep it in the sink in the bathroom. For $200 a night I feel like some response or refund is needed. Neither happed. Also they do not have a pool it’s filled with dirt and bark. Definitely love the area and the convenience of the hotels location but won’t book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Norka

Liked: Staff & service
Walking distance to the beach and town, which is very convenient. However, I was surprised there’s no A/C, and the room gets extremely hot, which gave me headaches. Internet was also quite slow. For an extra $50, I’d choose a place with A/C for more comfort.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fred

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

saurabh

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

luis

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay for the most part. We love a nice cold air conditioner especially at night, so that was the main concern.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Josh

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Laying on the worst mattress in a noise chamber

Check-in was rough with the lady's lack of warmth and customer service. She babbled on an on with her coworker as several of us were waiting for check-in. No greeting whatsoever and no care about our time. The real nightmare was trying to sleep on a mattress made of rocks next to a highway. It felt like punishment as opposed to vacation. The location was fantastic but it come with a very uncomfortable price. Not impressed and will not return unless this place makes improvements. Horrible 👎👎
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great - Staff were friendly and the property is convienently located. The room was on the 7th floor and had a great view of the lake. Not Great - I didn't realize how busy this area of Lake Tahoe had become. It was REALLY noisy outside. Mostly construction and the noise of vehicular traffic starting at ~5am and going on until late at night. This combined with our room not having AC mean't that we had to try and sleep with the windows open. Needless to say, we didn't get much sleep while we were there.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph, walnut

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Best location__affordable_need upgrades. I recommend this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Stephanie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall, the property is centrally located and priced appropriately for what you get. However, it is very dated. - The elevator is small - fits no more than 4 adults, it’s very slow, and the permit is expired by a couple of years. - The rooms are small and old, but since we used this as just a place to sleep, the size wasn’t an issue. They do use a room spray, like febreze, that was quite overwhelming when we first got into the room. Highly suggest you keep the windows open to ventilate if you’re sensitive to strong fragrances as I am. -Beds were comfortable and clean, pillows were fine. - The parking is a bit of a hassle since we couldn’t fit in the underground spaces with our truck. Coming back after 9pm, we had to park on the street. - There’s no a/c which we were aware of but there is a fan and window in the bathroom that gives a good breeze. We didn’t feel comfortable keeping the front window open as it was right next to our bed and opened to the walkway. There was also road construction overnight during our stay so the sound was too loud to keep the window open anyways. - Check-in is slow as the front desk/lobby holds 1 person at a time so you wait outside if there’s multiple guests checking in. Also, our keys didn’t work the first try so we had to haul our stuff back down to get them to work. - There’s NO pool. It has been filled in with dirt and seemingly some lawn games and a coffee trailer. Not an issue for us but something to note.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara, Redding

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful and friendly. The room had everything we needed and the hotel is in a great location. They need to take more pride in the outside. The walkways and elevator was filthy and uninviting. It looks like nothing has been swept nor cleaned in the outdoor walkways and elevator for at least a year.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025