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Pepper Tree Inn

3.0 star property
Motel in Tahoe City with free parking

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View from property
Reception
Front of property
Terrace/patio
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | View from room

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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645 N Lake Blvd, Tahoe City, CA, 96145
  • Place, Tahoe City Golf Course
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Tahoe State Recreation Area
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, North Lake Tahoe Visitor Center
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Reno, NV (RNO-Reno-Tahoe Intl.)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(44 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Lake View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Partial Lake View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds, Partial Lake View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Tahoe City

Pepper Tree Inn puts you in the heart of Tahoe City, within steps of Commons Beach Park and Tahoe City Marina. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and express check-out. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, multilingual staff and a lift. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Within a 30-minute drive of this 3-property class Downtown Tahoe City motel, attractions include Palisades Tahoe and Donner Lake.
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What's nearby

  • Commons Beach Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Tahoe City Golf Course - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Stateline Lookout - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Tahoe State Recreation Area - 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
  • ‪The Bridgetender - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Sierra Surf Club - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Fat Cat Bar & Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Front Street Station Pizza - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Pepper Tree Inn

Motel in Tahoe City with free parking
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 a lift. 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 members are multilingual
  • Terrace
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Pepper Tree Inn offers 44 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

This Tahoe City motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and portable fans. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

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

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 7 floors
  • Built in 1960
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

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
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 8:00 AM - 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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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
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.

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

What is the cancellation policy at Pepper Tree Inn?

Pepper Tree Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Pepper Tree Inn?

Yep, Pepper Tree Inn has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Pepper Tree Inn?

The closest beach to Pepper Tree Inn is Kings Beach State Recreation Area (12 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Pepper Tree Inn?

No, Pepper Tree Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Pepper Tree Inn?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Is there a golf course on site at Pepper Tree Inn?

There isn't one on site, but Tahoe City Golf Course is a short 3-minute walk away.

Reviews

Pepper Tree Inn Reviews

7.8

Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 384 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 290 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 162 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 84 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 80 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Jessica

Travelled with family
There was a ton of spiders everywhere, the beds were not the most comfortable other than that it was cute little hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Linda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The view and location is nice but with no ac it can get loud. They do provide fans. The worst are the beds which are some of the hardest I've ever slept on.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
From the upper floors (7th or 6th) the view of the lake is wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyra

Nice, cheap and clean. Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

shana

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

SLUM LORDS! Do not stay here!

SLUM LORDS! This hotel is absolutely unacceptable. The first thing that hit me was the smell — stale, unpleasant, and impossible to ignore. The carpet was filthy, clearly neglected for years, and the blanket on the bed looked old and worn, as though it hadn’t been replaced in decades. The bed itself was a nightmare: instead of a proper mattress, it had a wooden board running through it, making sleep nearly impossible. The window didn’t even lock, which made the room feel unsafe. On top of that, the bathroom didn’t even have a shower curtain, leaving water everywhere and adding to the overall sense of neglect. This place cuts corners at every possible turn and shows zero concern for guest comfort or safety. I would strongly caution anyone against staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Suzanne

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Hsiu Mei

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Don’t book this hotel!!!

This hotel accused us smoking in the room which we didn’t do at all. We don’t smoke at all. That’s ridiculous and they charged us $250. We checked in on 9/2 and checked out next morning around 5:55 9/3 but no one in the office. We paid for two days stay but we don’t like the hotel because of its environment so we left one day early.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel

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

2/10 Terrible

Zineb

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terrible front desk.. aggressive and hostile If you disagree with him he will call the cops on you.. psychopath
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Roger, Fair Oaks

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Road work and construction in the Tahoe City area was noisy and made it more difficult to get around.
The street below The Pepper Tree Inn on a rainy day 09-03-2025
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
N/a
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guadalupe

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristijan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great spot right on the Lake!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Roadwork was going on all night while we stayed there, including jack-hammers on the street directly under our room. The view was nice, the staff friendly, but the sleeping was poor. I feel like the discounted room rate should have been discounted MUCH more.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Phillury

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Terrific location across the street from the lake. Nice restaurants within a short walk. Hotel is older but met our needs.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

ramona

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Our stay at Pepper tree was ok but nothing to write home about. When they say check in is at 4pm they mean not a minute sooner. On the site it showed a pool and air conditioning they had neither. Also there wasnt any where to sit in the room or outside the room. If you are looking for just a place to sleep then this is the place but if you are looking for a relaxing stay not so much.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was hot No air conditioning Windows wouldn’t open Ceiling fan noise and wobbly Bed not comfortable Terrible place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025