Nestled near Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe, Emerald Bay Lodge offers a cozy retreat with a warm fireplace in the lobby. Enjoy free WiFi, unwind with barbecue grills and outdoor furniture, or host events at the banquet hall. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.
At Emerald Bay Lodge, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe and Casino at Harveys Lake Tahoe. Free self-parking is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby downhill skiing and snowboarding. Also, Heavenly Gondola and The Shops at Heavenly Village are within a short drive. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
21 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 21
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 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
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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 21
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Children
No cots (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 32 kg per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Pets must be supervised
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
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Parking
Free on-site self-parking
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Other information
Designated smoking area (fines apply)
Property amenities
Food and drink
Barbecue grills
What to do
Bike rentals nearby
Downhill skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Facilities
Picnic area
Fireplace in reception
Banquet hall
Outdoor furniture
Room amenities
Be entertained
42-inch flat-screen TV
Premium cable channels
Netflix
Hulu
Streaming services
Home comfort
Ceiling fan
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Pillow menu
Selected Comfort mattress
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bath or shower
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Electrical adapters/chargers
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Housekeeping (on request)
Fees & policies
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night
Policies
Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have lifts.
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
This property has a strict no-smoking policy. Violators will be subject to penalties (350 USD).
Also known as
Emerald Bay Lodge South Lake Tahoe
Emerald Bay Lodge
Emerald Bay South Lake Tahoe
Pine Cone Acre Hotel South Lake Tahoe
Emerald Bay Lodge Lodge
Emerald Bay Lodge South Lake Tahoe
Emerald Bay Lodge Lodge South Lake Tahoe
Frequently asked questions
Does Emerald Bay Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Emerald Bay Lodge 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Emerald Bay Lodge?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 32 kg per pet. There's a charge of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Emerald Bay Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Emerald Bay Lodge?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Is there an on-site casino at Emerald Bay Lodge?
No, this lodge doesn't have a casino, but Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe (10-min drive) and Casino at Harveys Lake Tahoe (10-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Emerald Bay Lodge and nearby?
During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation such as downhill skiing and snowboarding, and return when the snow melts for cycling. Emerald Bay Lodge also has a picnic area.
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Emerald Bay Lodge Reviews
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6.6/10
Cleanliness
7.2/10
Staff & service
5.6/10
Amenities
6.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
6.6/10
Eco-friendliness
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
29 Aug 2025
LOVE IT!
By far one of the best places we’ve stayed at in Lake Tahoe! What made it even more convenient was the fact that we had a stovetop so we saved so much money on going out to eat! Staff was very friendly and so was the front desk manager! I would definitely recommend staying here again!!!
Julius
Julius, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
19 Aug 2025
Friendly and great location!
We were going to get in LATE (1am), Cody at the front desk was very accommodating and made the process so easy. The room was cute and had a coffee maker by the bedside. Great location for the event we attended.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 Jul 2025
Great service
Very friendly staff!
Verified traveller
2-night trip
8/10 Very good
2 Jun 2025
The cabin was a great size for the price
Geovany
Geovany, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 May 2025
wonderful, simple rooms. Staff was pleasant to work with.
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
25 May 2025
Staff was super nice. But I had a problem with my outlet in the bathroom not working, there was a hole in the wall leading to outside for a pipe going through the room which let in yellow jackets to our room.
Ian
Ian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 Mar 2025
Great price!
Clean place, small room but perfect for a night stay. Small fridge with microwave. Overall happy for cleanliness and price!
Carmen
Carmen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 Mar 2025
Staff is helpful
Minh
Minh, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 Jun 2024
We loved staying here and will stay here again when we go to Lake Tahoe!!
carol
carol, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
23 Sept 2024
Good location very close to Pope Beach, which is what I wanted
Edward
Edward, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 Sept 2024
Rooms are really nice front desk reception very friendly and helpful would definitely boom again
silvestre
silvestre, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 Jun 2024
Relaxing location, less traffic noise, room was comfortable and cozy, and the manager very pleasant, helpful and kind we look forward to our return stay in August.
Gwen
Gwen, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 Aug 2024
The price was great. I would totally stay here again.
Erica
Erica, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
21 Jun 2024
The area is nice
Emma
Emma, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 Mar 2024
Check in was very pleasant and room is very clean.
Nicki
Nicki, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
9 Apr 2025
The only issue I had was that the stove was not working and they only had 1 fork. The pots and pans were quite old.
Tatila
Tatila, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
24 Mar 2025
The room was nice. Basic amenities. Conveniently located.
We wished the window has curtains. People can see us from outside if we have the lights on. Noise level was high. We can hear next door’s tv and people voices.
erwina
erwina, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 Aug 2023
Very friendly staff and our room was very clean and cozy. Our dogs were welcomed and enjoyed the burger stand near by. Will stay here again!
kelly
kelly, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
30 Jan 2024
Basic budget hotel with all the necessities.
Jason
Jason, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 Mar 2024
Great spot for the price. Lovely service from the woman during check-in.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
29 Oct 2024
The staff was wonderful. Love the family cabin. Someone trying to get in at night… I’m assuming was a bear… was a little alarming . Other than that I had a relaxing , quiet, peaceful stay at Emerald Bay Lodge!!! Will definitely stay again. Thank you for making my vacation great!
Michelle
Michelle, 3-night trip
2/10 Poor
25 Feb 2025
The roof was leaking snow water into our room. Barely any hot water.
Kassandra
Kassandra, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
2 Aug 2024
The price was good. Room was nice
Debra
Debra, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
22 Jul 2024
Family cabin suite
Got family cabin, customer service was great but hotel is very neglected…..
Grant
Grant, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
29 Jul 2024
Family Cabin
We really liked the family cabin. It had it's own entrance which was nice. You could tell it was an old building but had a modern day vibe. There's a burger place right next door in case you get hungry.