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Apex Inn

2.0 star property
South Lake Tahoe vacation home in Gardner Mountain area

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BBQ/picnic area
Front of property
Standard House | Private kitchen
Standard House
Standard House | Living area

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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South Lake Tahoe, CA
  • Place, Barton Memorial Hospital
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Magic Carpet Golf
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Heavenly Gondola
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL)
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

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Basic Room

Standard Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard House | Private kitchen

Standard House

  • 93 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds, 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

About the area

South Lake Tahoe

Gardner Mountain stay.Your stay at this Gardner Mountain vacation home places you within 6 miles (10 km) of Heavenly Gondola and The Shops at Heavenly Village. Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe and Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe Casino are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Barton Memorial Hospital - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Magic Carpet Golf - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Heavenly Gondola - 12 min drive - 8.7 km
  • The Shops at Heavenly Village - 12 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Heavenly Ski Resort - 13 min drive - 8.0 km

Getting around

  • Reno Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
  • Cascade Kitchens
  • Crazy Good Bakery Cafe
  • Lake Tahoe AleWorX
  • Taco Bell

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Apex Inn

South Lake Tahoe vacation home in Gardner Mountain area
As a guest of Apex Inn, you'll find a hot tub, a picnic area, and express check-out. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.
  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Apex Inn offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 40-inch LED televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on request and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Ski

  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Ski area nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Family friendly

  • Children stay free (see details)

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LED TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Picnic area

Work spaces

  • Desk chair
  • Laptop workspace

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free local calls
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Phone

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 15 units
  • Connecting units available
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 11:00 PM and 2:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [1227 emerald bay rd south lake tahoe ca 96150]
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from October 21 to December 15:
  • Hot tub

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 4 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 200 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 11:00 PM and 2:00 AM
  • A late check-out fee will be charged
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

This hotel will place an advance authorization for the full cost of stay plus incidentals for any bookings where payment for the stay will be made on site instead of at the time of booking. Release of funds may take up to 30 days after departure to be released by the guest's financial institution.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 4 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Apex Inn
Apex Inn South Lake Tahoe
Apex South Lake Tahoe
Apex Hotel Lake Tahoe
Apex Motel Lake Tahoe
Apex Motel Lake Tahoe

Apex Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 284 out of 815 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 288 out of 815 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 135 out of 815 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 57 out of 815 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 51 out of 815 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Great location and great price. Conveniently located just off Emerald Bay Road, near walkable restaurants and just a block from Raleys. Room was super clean, comfy bed, hot tub was nice after some long hikes. Can’t best apex inn. Have stayed here multiple times now and will def be back. A nice cherry on top is a grill they keep stocked with propane they guests can use to bbq and there’s a could picnic tables as well. Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Veronica

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nicely renovated, but the bed was super uncomfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jemuel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Easy parking. Best food within walking distance. Quiet at night. Price was perfect too.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We went for the renaissance faire that is nearby. Parking was easy and convenient. The room was clean and perfect. The staff was friendly and there’s a great pizza place across the street. Definitely would recommend and most likely will be back next summer!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Love this place

The staff is always so nice and professional. The rooms are clean, plenty of parking, it's quiet. The towels are okay but if you stay in hotels a lot like I do, you know they don't use softener due to people having allergies. The sheets are fresh and always clean. The water pressure is good too. The pillows are amazing!. All in all, I have stayed here before and will do so again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Great place close to everything

Was up in Tahoe doing a few hikes and this inn was a delight. Very close to everything in South Lake Tahoe, maybe 10 min drive to Stateline? Walkable restaurants and coffee Nextdoor and across the street. Hot tub is a nice touch and there’s a GRILL guests can use! I had no idea till my last day there. Pretty cool. Definitely staying again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

FABIO

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was a little small however it made due it was clean and in a good location, it was in the middle of both heavenly and camp richardson.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Nice stay.

The guest above our room seemed to be running laps until 11:30pm. Otherwise the stay was pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ali

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
perfect for a short, 1 night stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Chan

nice, reasonable price
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Andrea

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Check in and out was very efficient and attendant was friendly. The room was very small (but clean) and the sink was backing up. It was remedied quickly, but we were lucky we discovered that quickly. We stayed at the property for a quick overnight, and it was perfect for that. Very rustic. For a pit stop I would absolutely recommend, for a longer stay however I would look at another option.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherri

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the service we received as we checked in. Super friendly and even helped us with A burger suggestion that was SPOT ON. Tahoe Bros. Burgers were amazing. Thank you for the tip.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

D

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Wedding

I was in Tahoe for a wedding. Spent 2 nights nice clean little place.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Shawn

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Eugene, Hillsborough

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danette

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer P

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was little small. But it has everything you need, a bed, TV and a batroom. The space would be hard to move in if you have kids.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

timothy

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025