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Tahoe North Shore Lodge

2.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Carnelian Bay motel

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Set amidst a serene forest, this lodge offers a rustic retreat with a main building and separate storage area.
Two single beds with patterned bedspreads, bedside tables, and a lamp.
Welcome to Tahoe North Shore Lodge, situated near a serene body of water with breathtaking mountain views.

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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201 Carnelian Bay Ave., Carnelian Bay, CA, 96140
  • Agate Bay
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Kings Beach State Recreation Area
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Northstar California Resort
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Reno, NV (RNO-Reno-Tahoe Intl.)
    ‪63 min drive‬

Room options

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Carnelian Bay

On lake.A stay at this motel places you within half a mile (1 km) of Agate Bay and 3 miles (5 km) of Tahoe Cross Country Ski Area. Also, North Tahoe Marina is within 3 miles (5 km) and Hwy 28 at Old County Rd Bus Stop is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Agate Bay - 5 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • Tahoe Cross Country Ski Area - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Kings Beach State Recreation Area - 7 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Palisades Tahoe - 27 min drive - 16.2 miles
  • Northstar California Resort - 33 min drive - 15.1 miles

Getting around

  • Truckee Station - 22 min drive
  • Reno Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Lodge at Big Springs - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Gar Woods - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Whitecaps Pizza - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Grid Bar & Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Tahoe North Shore Lodge

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Carnelian Bay motel
Tahoe North Shore Lodge offers its guests barbecue grills and a picnic area. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

This Carnelian Bay motel is smoke free.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Tahoe North Shore Lodge offers 8 accommodations with coffee/tea makers. Accommodations are furnished with double sofa beds. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers.

This Carnelian Bay motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 36-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free self parking on site

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 36-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Double sofa bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

More

  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - 9 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 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 20.00 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 40 lbs per pet)
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.00 per stay.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 50.00 per day
  • Breakage deposit: USD 50.00 per day

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 20.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.00 per stay

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
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 and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Tahoe North Shore Lodge Carnelian Bay
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Tahoe North Shore Lodge Motel Carnelian Bay

Frequently asked questions

How close is Tahoe North Shore Lodge to the airport?

Tahoe North Shore Lodge is 13.6 mi (19-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 Tahoe North Shore Lodge?

As of Jul 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tahoe North Shore Lodge on Jul 29, 2025 start from $133.49, 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 Tahoe North Shore Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Tahoe North Shore Lodge.

How close is Tahoe North Shore Lodge to the beach?

This motel is 3 mi (5-min drive) from Moon Dunes Beach and 3.8 mi (7-min drive) from Kings Beach State Recreation Area. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Tahoe North Shore Lodge offer free breakfast?

Tahoe North Shore Lodge does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Tahoe North Shore Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Crystal Bay Casino (10-min drive) and Jim Kelley's Tahoe Nugget Casino (10-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Tahoe North Shore Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM.

Is there free parking at Tahoe North Shore Lodge?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Tahoe North Shore Lodge have a pool?

Tahoe North Shore Lodge does not have a pool.

Does Tahoe North Shore Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Tahoe North Shore Lodge to downtown Carnelian Bay?

Tahoe North Shore Lodge is 0.1 mi away from Carnelian Bay.

Tahoe North Shore Lodge Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 131 out of 489 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 119 out of 489 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 104 out of 489 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 70 out of 489 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 65 out of 489 reviews

6.6/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Worse stay ever
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Patty

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Close to music venue. Hotel has seen better days but for the cost during 1high ski season. Lived through it
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Lee

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Great value

Great value! Really liked the size of the place, would definitely stay again (though if you have a dust allergy/are sensitive, you'll definitely feel it, the place was clean but a friend with dust problems was coughing all night)
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xun Leon

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

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ed was very friendly and welcoming upon arrival. The room was much bigger than we expected, and had a microwave and mini fridge. It's right across from a public beach and pier which was beautiful, there is also a restaurant. We also enjoyed the cafe down the street for breakfast. Great proximity to Northstar, we will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service

Horrible place to deal with. Very rude!

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zhijin

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Clarise

Disliked: Staff & service
I couldn’t get to the hotel, because of the snowstorm, and I tried to contact the hotel and I tried to contact Expedia, and there was no possible way to contact either of you. I was so frustrated. I just gave us and paid the price, but it was very very disheartened. There were phone numbers and always. I got with an endless ringing phone and no possibility of leaving a message and Expedia has no way absolutely no way to reach them. I’m done with both.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Eddie

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Al

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Dawn

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Rogelio

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mid… prepare to be uncomfortable and adjust expectations. You are looking at this place because of location, price point and availability. We just made it work.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Myles

Disliked: Amenities
This is an old basic motel. It appears to be a one person operation. And that person does their best to assist. That said, the beds are somewhere between firm and rock hard. On 2 occasions get hot water required a call to the front desk. Our shower moved back and forth between cool and too hot. Location is good. Across from the Lake and Garwoods
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

olivia

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
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Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Robin

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Old motel

Check in guy was friendly, but this is a rundown motel. It could easily be improved to make it a better guest experience. The mattresses need to be replaced as they were thin and umcomfortable. With a small amount of money, this place could be so much better.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

CHIHCHUN

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property is pretty old but things are still functional. There is a 7-11 right next to it and access to a beautiful beach across the road.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Catherine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
room was prefect for what I needed. Quick trip to the lake, quick check in and out. Room was clean, tile floor, outdated bathroom (whatever it’s fine) Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan, Vancouver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Kathleen

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The carpet was filthy. The room smelled like cat urine. Needed to open the windows to dissapate the smell. The tv required 2 remotes to work. The picture shown does not represent the shape this motel is in. I would not recommend this place for the price paid or the experience.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon-Paul

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

John

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I wish I had paid better attention to reviews before I made this reservation. The shag carpeting had a bad mildew smell. Room was unuseable. My girlfriend said she would rather be homeless than sleep here. This Motel should not be made available on your site. It gives your app a big black eye.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness
Location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Evan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall, we had a good experience here. The lodge is strategically located in Carnelian Bay, where we could have a beautiful view of Tahoe just with a 5 minutes walk. There were also convenient store and laundry nearby. The only downside was the slight smell of the old property, and the place could feel quite stuffy in summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Jim

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024