In the heart of Downtown Tahoe City, Basecamp Tahoe City offers a warm welcome with a fireplace in the lobby and an arcade for some friendly competition. Enjoy coffee or tea while planning your day, stay connected with WiFi, and take advantage of concierge services to make your stay seamless.
955 North Lake Blvd, P.O. Box 6328, Tahoe City, CA, 96145
What's nearby
Tahoe City Marina - 5 min walk
Commons Beach Park - 6 min walk
North Lake Tahoe Visitor Center - 13 min walk
Granlibakken Resort Ski Area - 5 min drive
Tahoe Treetop Adventure Park - 6 min drive
Getting around
Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 26 min drive
Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL) - 58 min drive
Reno Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) - 58 min drive
Truckee Station - 22 min drive
Restaurants
Gar Woods - 8 min drive
Bridgetender - 15 min walk
River Ranch Lodge & Restaurant - 7 min drive
Crest Cafe and Catering - 8 min drive
Tahoe House Bakery & Gourmet - 3 min drive
About this property
Basecamp Tahoe City
Basecamp Tahoe City is a great choice for a stay in Tahoe City. For a bite to eat, guests can visit Cozy Lobby, which serves breakfast. A bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli and a terrace are other highlights. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travellers.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
24 rooms
Arranged over 1 level
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 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
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Please note there are 2 Basecamp Hotels in the Lake Tahoe area.
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 cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
Snack bar/deli
What to do
Beach nearby
Bike rentals nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Cross-country skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Facilities
Picnic area
Terrace
Fireplace in reception
Television in common areas
Arcade/games room
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Room amenities
Be entertained
LED television
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Free tea bags/instant coffee
More
Housekeeping (on request)
Special features
Dining
Cozy Lobby – This coffee shop only serves breakfast. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Fees & policies
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Basecamp Tahoe City
Basecamp Tahoe City Motel
Lake Of The Sky Hotel
Basecamp Tahoe City Motel
Basecamp Tahoe City Tahoe City
Basecamp Tahoe City Motel Tahoe City
Lake Of The Sky Motor Hotel Tahoe City
Frequently asked questions
Does Basecamp Tahoe City offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Basecamp Tahoe City 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 Basecamp Tahoe City?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Basecamp Tahoe City?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Basecamp Tahoe City?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
Is there an on-site casino at Basecamp Tahoe City?
No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Crystal Bay Casino (17-min drive) and Jim Kelley's Tahoe Nugget Casino (18-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Basecamp Tahoe City and nearby?
During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation such as ice skating and cross-country skiing, and return when the snow melts for cycling and hiking. Enjoy amenities such as an arcade and a picnic area.
What's the area around Basecamp Tahoe City like?
Basecamp Tahoe City is a short 5-minute walk from Tahoe City Marina and 14 minutes' walk from Truckee River. Travellers say that the area is walkable and ideal for skiing.
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Basecamp Tahoe City Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
29 Jan 2025
Base camp has all the bases covered.
Base camp is always fantastic.
Steven
Steven, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 Feb 2025
Hey Aztec
Living room lobby was like having a cabin but at a third of the cost. Loved this place!
Eric
Eric, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
19 Jan 2025
Decent remodel of a older hotel/motel.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 Dec 2024
Good group of people running this one.
Daniel
Daniel, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 Nov 2024
This place is really fun and cozy. Easy access to lots of restaurants.
Jeffrey
Jeffrey, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 Nov 2024
Had a great time!
Berenice
Berenice, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
27 Sept 2024
Good place to stay
Miguel
Miguel, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 Nov 2024
The lobby was inviting with a big fire and draft beer, plus free popcorn. The room was comfortable and clean, just what we needed!
Grant
Grant, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 Aug 2024
Very clean rooms and friendly staff. Great location!
Holly
Holly, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
16 July 2024
Great Location.
Vladimir
Vladimir, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 Oct 2024
Summer at the counter was polite and courteous to all our needs. We willl be back again! Thank you!
Dennis
Dennis, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 Sept 2024
Excellent staff communication. We were able to check in after hours.
jasper
jasper, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 Sept 2024
Great
Reyna
Reyna, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 June 2024
Excellent stay. Big, clean room, nice e tra facilities, great location
Mary
Mary, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 Apr 2024
Super cute cabin-like hotel.
Mari
Mari, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 May 2024
a nice laid back and quiet friendly place to stay in an otherwise busy place. very comfortable and nice lodgings at a very good rate.
daniel
daniel, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 July 2024
This was a no frills property, but very clean, with self parking, great staff and within walking distance to many activities and restaurants. Best of all, it was extremely quiet!
Christy
Christy, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 July 2024
We didn't get to stay as long as we'd liked but our room was comfortable and a perfect location. we would absolutely return to Basecamp for our next Tahoe City visit.
Alison
Alison, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 July 2024
Easy access to rest of town but not in the middle of everything. Everyone was friendly, rooms were comfortable.
MICHELE
10/10 Exceptional
4 Aug 2024
Love this place! The beds are very comfortable. The staff goes above and beyond to make things right.
The fire pits are so fun and the location is fabulous. We will definitely be returning.
Rebecca
Rebecca, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 Feb 2024
great stay. It was perfect location for Granlibakken and visiting nearby spots.
Shashank
Shashank, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
8 July 2024
It's very cozy. Staffs are very nice and helpful.
Tiffany
Tiffany, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 Mar 2024
The best little secret on Lake Tahoe, a wonderful experience, awesome accommodations.
Andrea
Andrea, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 July 2024
This is one of my new favorite hotels in Tahoe! The staff was amazing, it was walkable to restaurants and a Safeway and cvs right across the street. 5 minute walk down to the beach/park.
Kelly
Kelly, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 Aug 2024
We will be back
We checked in were warmly greeted by Johnny. He was so nice and friendly told us about things that were going on and a great breakfast place called Duffs Diner which was absolutely delicious