FAQs & policies
Answers to the questions our guests ask most about Desolation Hotel.
How do I reserve a room at Desolation Hotel?
Choose your dates and guests in the reservation box and select Reserve your stay. You will see availability and the total price for your dates before anything is confirmed, at the best available rate with no booking fees.
Is Desolation Hotel pet friendly?
Yes — dogs are welcome at Desolation Hotel; the pet fee is $75 per night.
Is parking available at Desolation Hotel?
Yes — parking is available at Desolation Hotel.
Does Desolation Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Yes — free Wi-Fi is available at Desolation Hotel.
Is breakfast included, and is there a restaurant at Desolation Hotel?
At Desolation Hotel, there is a restaurant on the property and there is a bar.
What is in the rooms at Desolation Hotel?
Rooms at Desolation Hotel include sauna, pool, concierge service, kitchenette, elevator and heating.
Does Desolation Hotel have a pool or spa?
Yes — Desolation Hotel offers a pool, spa and spa steam room.
Is Desolation Hotel wheelchair accessible?
Accessible features at Desolation Hotel include wheelchair accessible, braille signage and ADA compliant. If this is essential to your stay, please confirm it with us before you reserve.
Where is Desolation Hotel?
Desolation Hotel is in South Lake Tahoe, California. The Map page shows the exact spot.
What is there to do around Desolation Hotel?
Guests at Desolation Hotel can enjoy beach chairs.
Can I hold a meeting or wedding at Desolation Hotel?
Yes — Desolation Hotel offers meeting room, business center and event wedding venue.
What is the cancellation policy at Desolation Hotel?
It depends on the rate you choose: discounted rates may be non-refundable. The exact terms for your dates are shown before you confirm.
Is Desolation Hotel smoke-free?
Yes — Desolation Hotel is a smoke-free property.
What should I know before I book at Desolation Hotel?
At Desolation Hotel: Free Wi-Fi; smoking allowed: no.
How far is Desolation Hotel from the airport?
From Desolation Hotel, Truckee Tahoe Airport is about 27 miles away and the nearest major airport, Reno Tahoe International Airport, is about 39 miles away.
Is there a grocery store near Desolation Hotel?
Yes — the nearest grocery store is about 0.5 miles from Desolation Hotel.
Is there public transportation near Desolation Hotel?
Yes — the nearest public transit stop is about 350 yards from Desolation Hotel.
Is Desolation Hotel close to the water?
Yes — Desolation Hotel is within 1.9 miles of the coast.
What time zone is Desolation Hotel in?
Desolation Hotel is on Pacific time.
Can I see photos of Desolation Hotel?
Yes — the Gallery page has 85 photographs of Desolation Hotel, and the Rooms, Dining and Amenities pages show the photos that belong to each.
How will I know my reservation at Desolation Hotel is confirmed?
Once you complete your reservation, we send your confirmation to the email address you entered — keep it as your record. If you choose to connect the inbox that email arrives in, the confirmation is recognised automatically; that connection is read-only and can be removed at any time.
Are the rates on this page the best available?
Yes. Reserving directly gives you our best available rate for your dates with no booking fees, and the total price is shown before you confirm.
Policies at a glance
Policies & good to know
- Free Wi-Fi: yes
- Smoking allowed: no
- Cancellation Strict
- Non Refundable
Pets
- Pet Fee
- Pet Fee (per night): $75
- Dog Friendly
Reserve your stay
Choose your dates and confirm your stay at Desolation Hotel at the best available rate, with no booking fees.
Rates shown are indicative and confirmed at checkout. Availability and total price for your dates are shown before you reserve.