The TrailHead

Mountain hotel within easy reach of Heavenly Gondola

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Dates

November 2025

December 2025

King Bed w/ Spa | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

Close to Lakeside Beach and Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe, The TrailHead offers a tranquil retreat with a picturesque terrace. Connect to in-room WiFi, park your car with ease, and enjoy the natural surroundings of this hotel near Heavenly Gondola.

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Popular amenities

Ski facilities
Pet friendly
Air conditioning
Free parking
Free WiFi

Main amenities (6)

Near the beach
Ski storage
Terrace
Vending machine
Picnic area
TV in a common area

Feel at home (6)

Microwave
Premium TV channels
Terrace
Blackout drapes/curtains
In-room climate control (air conditioning)
Premium bedding

$71 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Oct 25 - Oct 26

Tomorrow

Oct 26 - Oct 27

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 5 of 5 rooms

Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Mini-fridge

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

Blackout drapes/curtains

Hair dryer

28 sq m
Mountain view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Mini-fridge

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

Blackout drapes/curtains

Private bathroom

28 sq m
Mountain view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Honeymoon Suite

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Mini-fridge

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

Blackout drapes/curtains

37 sq m
Mountain view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

King - Jetted Tub

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Mini-fridge

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

Blackout drapes/curtains

Hair dryer

28 sq m
Mountain view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

King Bed w/ Spa

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Private indoor hot tub

Air conditioning

Mini-fridge

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

Blackout drapes/curtains

33 sq m
Mountain view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

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$70 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

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About the neighborhood

3892 Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA, 96150

What's nearby

Heavenly Gondola - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Lakeside Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Casino at Harveys Lake Tahoe - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Golden Nugget Lake Tahoe Casino - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL) - 14 min drive
Reno Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) - 60 min drive
Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

‪Base Camp Pizza Co. - ‬11 min walk
‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
‪Blue Dog Gourmet Pizza - ‬10 min walk
‪Driftwood Cafe - ‬9 min walk

About this property

The TrailHead

When you stay at The TrailHead, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe and Heavenly Gondola. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking, and mountain biking. Also, Casino at Harveys Lake Tahoe and Heavenly Ski Resort are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 36 rooms
- Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
- Contactless check-in available
- Express check-in/out available
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Check-out time is 11 AM
- Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

- The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (8:30 AM - 4:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (8:00 AM - 6:00 PM)
- Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
- 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 4:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

- No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

- Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total)*
- Service animals welcome
- Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
- Pets must be supervised

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

- Free secured onsite self parking
- Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking

Other information

- Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

What to do

Beach nearby
Bicycle rentals nearby
Ecotours nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Downhill skiing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Scooter/moped rentals nearby
Ziplining nearby

Services

Ski storage

Facilities

Built in 1949
Picnic area
Terrace
Television in common areas
Traditional architecture

Accessibility

Low-height counter/sink

Room amenities

Be entertained

32-inch flat-screen TV
Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding

What to enjoy

Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper

Stay connected

Free WiFi

Food and drink

Mini-fridge
Microwave

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

Deposit: USD 100 per stay

Optional extras

Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 15.00

Pets

Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per pet, per night

Policies

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system on site.

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Also known as

Vagabond Inn Lake Tahoe

Vagabond Inn Motel Lake Tahoe

TrailHead Motel South Lake Tahoe

TrailHead South Lake Tahoe

Vagabond Inn South Lake Tahoe Hotel South Lake Tahoe

The TrailHead Hotel

The TrailHead South Lake Tahoe

The TrailHead Hotel South Lake Tahoe

Frequently asked questions

Does The TrailHead offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The TrailHead does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The TrailHead?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 30 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at The TrailHead?

Yes, there's free self parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The TrailHead?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 15.00. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at The TrailHead?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe (15-min walk) and Casino at Harveys Lake Tahoe (17-min walk) are both nearby.

What is there to do at The TrailHead and nearby?

During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like ice skating and cross-country skiing, and return when the snow melts for cycling and boat tours. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. The TrailHead also has a picnic area.