Station House Inn
Vintage summer camp meets modern lodge. Retro-chic decor, communal fire pits, lobby board games, and movie nights on Thursdays and Fridays. Unpretentious, dog-friendly, and social without being loud.
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Why It Matters
One of the best-located independent hotels on South Shore — four blocks from Lakeside Beach, a short walk from the Heavenly Village Gondola, and 10 minutes by foot from the Nevada casinos. Named a 2025 TripAdvisor Traveler's Choice Award winner (top 10% worldwide). Now solar-powered. Has an unexpectedly good on-site Cajun restaurant (Toulouse) that locals actually go to.
Station House Inn has been anchoring South Lake Tahoe's hospitality scene since 1972. The 96-room property leans hard into a vintage summer-camp aesthetic — wood-paneled ceilings, retro-inspired touches, fire pits — while delivering genuinely modern comforts after a full renovation completed in 2020. It punches above its price point: every direct booking comes with a complimentary beach pass to Lakeside Beach, a welcome beverage on arrival, and a year-round hot tub.
Where You'll Stay
5 room types available
Cozy King
The entry-level king room. More compact at 205 square feet — fine for solo travelers or couples who plan to spend most of their time outside. Tub/shower combo rather than a walk-in, and a slightly smaller 45-inch TV. Good value for the location.
King
Double Queen
Two queen beds in a 280-square-foot room. Makes sense for friend groups, small families, or anyone who just wants the extra bed. Walk-in shower, 55-inch TV, and enough room for ski gear to not be a chaos situation.
Two QueensJasper Suite
The flagship suite at 414 square feet. Separate king bedroom from the living space — which has a sleeper sofa, lounge chair, and its own 55-inch TV. Large walk-in shower with a separate vanity sink. The extra space matters for groups or couples who want a room that functions like an apartment. Confirmed as the largest room on property.
King + Sleeper SofaRoomy King
The largest of the standard room options. Designed for guests who want to spread out — or those traveling with a bigger dog. Features a walk-in shower with a separate vanity sink, a lounge chair, and a 55-inch TV. Good for couples who want more breathing room without jumping up to a suite.
KingState Suite
A 380-square-foot suite with a king bed, sleeper sofa, and a real sitting area with table, chairs, and lounge chairs. Works well for families, couples celebrating something, or anyone doing a longer stay who needs a proper place to decompress beyond the bed. Walk-in shower with separate vanity sink.
King + Sleeper SofaThe Property
Eat & Drink
1 venue on property
Restaurant
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Backgammon, chess, and a library of board games available in the lobby. Grab a coffee and settle in — the lobby is set up as a proper communal space, not just a check-in counter.
Complimentary s'mores kits at the outdoor fire pits. Multiple fire pits with Adirondack chairs scattered around the property grounds. A genuinely communal spot post-dinner.
Outdoor cornhole and yard games with mountain views. Available on the property grounds.
Guests 21+ can order from Embarc Cannabis Goods for direct in-room delivery. Includes infused beverages, topicals, edibles, and tinctures.
Hotel guests receive a complimentary beach pass per day when booking direct — giving access to Lakeside Beach, a private association beach 4 blocks / 10-minute walk from the hotel. The LPA Shuttle runs daily 11am–6pm from the property. Guests also get 50% off beach furniture rentals (chairs, umbrellas, available 11am–6pm).
Lobby movie nights every Thursday and Friday with free popcorn. Cozy seating, board games available, and a relaxed communal setup.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Full-service business center on property. Useful for remote workers — the hotel also markets itself to work-from-mountain travelers.
High-speed wireless internet throughout the property and in all guest rooms.
Complimentary coffee and tea service in the lobby.
Guests receive a complimentary drink (wine or beer) upon check-in. Confirmed by multiple guest reviews.
All rooms include a mini-fridge and in-room coffee/tea making facilities.
55-inch flat-screen TVs in standard King, Double Queen, and suite rooms. The Cozy King has a 45-inch TV.
Complimentary on-site parking available for guests.
Pets welcome throughout the property. Pet fee applies ($50 per pet per night under standard policy, up to two pets per room). All room types accept pets; larger rooms like the Roomy King are recommended for bigger dogs.
Open during warmer months. Lounge chairs and poolside cabanas available. Toulouse restaurant is poolside and delivers to your chair.
Shaded poolside retreat spots — ideal for slow afternoons or post-lake recovery.
Open all year, not just summer. A key perk for ski season stays.
On-site laundry service available for guests.
Complimentary shuttle service to local ski resorts, including Heavenly.
Ski racks in guest rooms — a practical touch that sets this apart from generic hotels in ski towns.
The property recently activated a new solar energy system, part of its 'Stay with Purpose' sustainability program.
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