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Donner Lake Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel near Donner Lake in Truckee

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Front of property
Free daily local cuisine breakfast
Beach nearby, beach towels
Reception
Deluxe Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Ground Floor

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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10070 Gregory Pl, Truckee, CA, 96161
  • Place, Donner Lake
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, West End Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Donner Memorial State Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Reno, NV (RNO-Reno-Tahoe Intl.)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Ground Floor

Deluxe Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Ground Floor

Deluxe Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Ground Floor

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Ground Floor

Superior Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Ground Floor

Superior Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Truckee

Close to the beach.Within a 10-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Donner Lake and West End Beach. Also, Tahoe National Forest is within half a mile (1 km) and Donner Memorial State Park is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Donner Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • West End Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Donner Memorial State Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Northstar California Resort - 24 min drive - 26.4 km
  • Palisades Tahoe - 30 min drive - 32.8 km

Getting around

  • Truckee Station - 10 min drive
  • Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Coffeebar Bakery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Tahoe Donner - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Upper Deck Bar (at Boreal) - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Donner Lake Inn

Hotel near Donner Lake in Truckee
Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. Ski storage, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Donner Lake Inn. Self parking is free.

This Truckee hotel is smoke free.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • Local cuisine breakfast (free)
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Ski lift tickets
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
Donner Lake Inn offers 5 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature fireplaces and bathrobes. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers. This Truckee hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices). Housekeeping is offered on request and change of towels can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM

Things to do

  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number TBD

Property is also known as

Donner Lake Inn Hotel
Donner Lake Inn Truckee
Donner Lake Inn Hotel Truckee

Frequently asked questions

How close is Donner Lake Inn to the airport?

Donner Lake Inn is 8.2 mi (14-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 Donner Lake Inn?

As of Jun 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Donner Lake Inn on Jun 9, 2026 start from CA $223, 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 Donner Lake Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Donner Lake Inn.

How close is Donner Lake Inn to the beach?

This hotel is a short 5-minute walk from West End Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Donner Lake Inn offer free breakfast?

Donner Lake Inn offers free local cuisine breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Donner Lake Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Donner Lake Inn?

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

Is there free parking at Donner Lake Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Donner Lake Inn have a pool?

Donner Lake Inn does not have a pool.

Does Donner Lake Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Donner Lake Inn to downtown Truckee?

Donner Lake Inn is 5.5 mi away from Truckee.

Donner Lake Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 69 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the fireplace but the breakfast was wonderful!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful clean quiet inn for a weekend getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edwin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing lodge! Cozy perfect for families. Easy access. No hassle. Close to lake, walking distance. Great lodge overall!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our cute little quaint room. It was decorated so beautifully and we really enjoyed our stay. It was clean and spacious. We will definitely come back!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lei

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cozy and clean!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great location with very friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aleksey

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The property is perfect for those wanting a cool place to stay that doesn't cost a ton!! They did a great job with this property!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It very quaint. We would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a great place to stay! If you like a clean, neat, quiet place to stay with a creek running outside your window, this is the place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was cozy with comfortable beds. The backyard area was cute with a spa and games like corn hole. The beds were comfortable and we loved the little electric fireplace/ we will definitely be staying here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was short but we enjoyed it very much. Extremely prime location especially for young families, clean, tidy and useful amenities. Tesla charging station is a plus. We would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was very pleased with this cute little inn! Definitely will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rajesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kathryn

No front office .. Nice trees and surrounding… Small room but comfortable.. Always nice to go to Donner Lake
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Peaceful, great service and excellent breakfast

Excellent stay at Donner Lake Inn. Peaceful and beautiful location next to the river, responsive service and an excellent breakfast. Definitely will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Slavomir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast including delicious breakfast burrito. Quiet room and convenient for families.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Donner Lake Inn in April

The Donner Lake Inn is a quiet inn that is geared for eco-friendliness. The room was clean and the inn is located close to Truckee and parks.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The area was quiet and calm, the room was small but not a surprise we saw the pictures. It’s very much like a mini cabin and we enjoyed the jacuzzi. The beds were very comfortable and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paulo

Good accomodatioms. And great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place! Quite, clean and close to many beautiful things to see and do!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bridgette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The cozy room, the awesome location, the generous and delicious breakfast selection were all fantastic! We loved our one night stay and honestly felt like we got the most of it especially with its extremely close (1 minute) proximity to the lake/the beach area to relax and enjoy the gorgeous scenery that Truckee has to offer! The hosts were super kind, very accommodating and quick to respond to any questions we had too, which is very much appreciated! Great customer service! We will definitely be back again for sure!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Silvana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Inn is great, the hosts are warm and friendly and the breakfast is delicious. Totally recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
My husband and I stayed one night passing through Truckee to get to the Bay Area. The room was cozy and very comfortable. The property is walking distance to the Pub at Donner Lake, and right across from the Little Truckee Ice Creamery (incredible ice cream). It was a great place to get a few hours rest.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025