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Holiday Inn Express South Lake Tahoe by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel near Heavenly Ski Resort in South Lake Tahoe

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Free daily buffet breakfast
Exterior
Suite, Multiple Beds | Living area | TV

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Extra Floor Space) | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Extra Floor Space)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(45 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

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

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Standard Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Standard Room

  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Suite, 1 Bedroom

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

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Suite, Multiple Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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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 Heavenly Ski Resort 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
  • Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe Casino - 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. - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Blue Dog Gourmet Pizza - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Stateline Brewery & Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Driftwood Cafe - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express South Lake Tahoe by IHG

Hotel near Heavenly Ski Resort in South Lake Tahoe
Holiday Inn Express South Lake Tahoe by IHG offers its guests a hot tub and a seasonal outdoor pool. 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.

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

  • 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
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
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 offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

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

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
  • Seasonal 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 (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 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
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 fire extinguisher, 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 fire extinguisher, 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 in May and close in August.
  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • 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 Mar 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express South Lake Tahoe by IHG on Mar 29, 2026 start from $117, including 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?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express South Lake Tahoe by IHG.

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 2.1 mi (7-min drive) from El Dorado 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 Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe Casino (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 a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

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. 474 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 321 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 104 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 52 out of 1001 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

javed

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, staff was excellent very nice furniture.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Kind staff. Nice, clean room. Would recommend and stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pedro

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Jwalant

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
Check In experience could be improved.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Luis

We didn't have any hot water to shower
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erick

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Szu Ning

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Divya

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Dojie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Amenities not operational
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noah Nemuel

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It’s so close to the strip
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vivek

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chao Qiang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice !
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nhan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good everything
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Vinesh

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
The AC and the exhaust fan in the room makes a lot of noise.. The AC thermostat doesnt seem to work properly. it had to be manually switched off to avoid overheating
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Shalini

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yue

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room and staffs
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernard

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff were amazing. The room was awesome! The housekeeping team did a fantastic service and the breakfast was delicious! Had a great stay here and will definitely choose this place again the next time I’m in Tahoe!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

ZBIGNIEW

.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Leonard

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
No hot water.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast: scrabled eggs, bacon, sausage, potatoes, biscuits, good cinnamon rolls, OJ, coffee & more. During late October, Lake Tahoe does't need AC.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The place is phenomenal
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Merna, Hawthorne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay. Able to walk to the marina at the lake. There is a traffic light coming out of the property which makes turning in to Lake Tahoe Blvd much easier and safer.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025