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Pepper Tree Inn

3.0 star property
3-star motel in Downtown Tahoe City

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A view from a balcony overlooking a parking lot, a row of houses, and a body of water with mountains in the distance.
A multi-story hotel with balconies, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a mirror.
A multi-story building with balconies and a snow-covered tree.
A reception desk with a wooden finish, a map on the wall, and a sign reading "Pepper Tree Inn".

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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645 N Lake Blvd, Tahoe City, CA, 96145
  • Place, Commons Beach Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Tahoe City Marina
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, North Lake Tahoe Visitor Center
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Reno, NV (RNO-Reno-Tahoe Intl.)
    ‪75 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a mirror.

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, bedside tables, and a small table.

Deluxe Queen Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, bedside tables, and a small table.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, bedside tables, and a small table.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bathroom with a toilet, sink, and towel rack.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(28 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

A bathroom with a toilet, sink, and towel rack.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(36 reviews)
  • Partial lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a mirror.

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(49 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, bedside tables, and a small table.

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • Partial lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a mirror.

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(37 reviews)
  • Partial lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bathroom with a toilet, sink, and towel rack.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Lake View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • Partial lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Partial Lake View

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, bedside tables, and a small table.

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Partial Lake View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • Partial lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Double Beds, Partial Lake View

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a mirror.

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds, Partial Lake View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • Partial lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Tahoe City

Downtown Tahoe City stay.With a stay at this Downtown Tahoe City motel, you'll be steps from Tahoe City Marina and Watson Cabin Museum. Commons Beach Park and Tahoe City Golf Course are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Commons Beach Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Watson Cabin Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Tahoe City Golf Course - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Tahoe City Marina - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • North Lake Tahoe Visitor Center - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Truckee Station - 21 min drive
  • Reno Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shadyside Lounge - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sunnyside - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sierra Surf Club - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Za's Lakefront - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Fat Cat Bar & Grill - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Pepper Tree Inn

3-star motel in Downtown Tahoe City
Pepper Tree Inn offers its guests a terrace, multilingual staff, and laundry facilities. WiFi is free in public spaces. Pepper Tree Inn also features express check-out and an elevator. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Tahoe City motel is smoke free.

  • 44 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1960
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Terrace
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Pepper Tree Inn offers 44 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Tahoe City motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and portable fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

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
  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 10:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • Pets: USD 45.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 45.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Pepper Tree Inn.

Property is also known as

Pepper Tree Inn Tahoe City
Pepper Tree Tahoe City
Pepper Tree Motel
Pepper Tree Hotel Tahoe City
Pepper Tree Inn Motel
Pepper Tree Inn Tahoe City
Pepper Tree Hotel Tahoe City
Pepper Tree Inn Motel Tahoe City

Frequently asked questions

How close is Pepper Tree Inn to the airport?

Pepper Tree Inn is 18.9 mi (25-min drive) away from the Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Pepper Tree Inn?

As of Jul 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pepper Tree Inn on Aug 3, 2026 start from CA $202, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Pepper Tree Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Pepper Tree Inn.

How close is Pepper Tree Inn to the beach?

This motel is 19.3 mi (43-min drive) from Sand Harbor Beach and 8.2 mi (13-min drive) from Moon Dunes Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Pepper Tree Inn offer free breakfast?

Pepper Tree Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Pepper Tree Inn?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Crystal Bay Casino (18-min drive) and Jim Kelley's Tahoe Nugget Casino (18-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Pepper Tree Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Pepper Tree Inn?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Pepper Tree Inn have a pool?

Pepper Tree Inn does not have a pool.

Does Pepper Tree Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Pepper Tree Inn to downtown Tahoe City?

Pepper Tree Inn is 0.1 mi away from Tahoe City.

Pepper Tree Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 402 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 293 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 152 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 83 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 73 out of 1003 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Gino

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Lake view, cute place, good price
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Araceli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great view, cute room, walking distance to the lake and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing view and location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was not fancy, but it was everything we needed. Parking Dog friendly Very nice staff Clean Price reasonable
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view is so amazing , great location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Beautiful view of the lake
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and comfy spot to relax - central location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All are great!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jakub

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old school comfort, quiet, easy access to ski slopes, good value for price
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Morgan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great small hotel in Tahoe.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Great value (low cost for good accommodation).
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice view of the lake
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great host and room
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location, comfort, view!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Vignesh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good stay, cheap price.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

eva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bit of an older hotel with no updated rooms, but the views!!!!! Amazing ! And centrally located !
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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6/10 Okay

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
easy access to ski resorts, lake view nice...older motel with some updates. Comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, comfortable bed
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Atika

Liked: Cleanliness
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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6/10 Okay

Jocelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We stayed there as it's convenient to Northstar and to the restaurants in Tahoe City. The property is a bit tired.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Diza

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Cute boutique motel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome front desk
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Bin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in a room on the 7th floor and it has a great view of the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026