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West River House

2.0 star property
Hotel in Truckee

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Front of property
Reception
Basic Room
Reception
Front of property

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$171
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct

Explore the area

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10101 West River St, Truckee, CA, 96161
  • Place, Donner Lake
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Old Greenwood Golf Course
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Northstar California Resort
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Reno, NV (RNO-Reno-Tahoe Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Room options

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Basic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom

Basic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 120 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

Basic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Premium bedding, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Heating
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 102 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Basic Room, Shared Bathroom

Basic Room, Shared Bathroom

Basic Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Premium bedding, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Family Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

Family Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Large Twin Bunk Beds

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Family Room, Shared Bathroom

Family Room, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Large Twin Bunk Beds

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Basic Room

Basic Room

Highlights

Heating
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Truckee

At West River House you'll be within steps of Tahoe National Forest and Truckee River. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a library. Plus you'll find a terrace, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this Downtown Truckee hotel include Palisades Tahoe and Donner Lake.

What's nearby

  • Coyote Moon Golf Course - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Donner Lake - 4 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Old Greenwood Golf Course - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area - 11 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Northstar California Resort - 15 min drive - 11.1 km

Getting around

  • Truckee Station - 6 min walk
  • Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Craft & Logic Taproom - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Wagon Train Coffee Shop - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bar of America - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Alibi Ale Works - Truckee Public House - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Cornerstone Bakery - ‬5 min walk

About this property

West River House

Hotel in Truckee
West River House offers its guests a library, a terrace, and a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces. West River House also features concierge services and dry cleaning/laundry services.

This Truckee hotel is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Dry cleaning
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
West River House offers 12 accommodations with free toiletries and blackout curtains. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Things to do

  • Library

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out fee: USD 25

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
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

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 5 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 5 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • 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.

  • Late check-out fee: USD 25

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, 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
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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system
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 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. No on-site parking is available. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children 5 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to West River House?

The closest beach to West River House is Kings Beach State Recreation Area (17 km).

How much does it cost to stay at West River House?

As of 7 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at West River House on 14 Oct 2025 start from NZ$170.56, including 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.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at West River House?

No, West River House does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at West River House?

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

Are pets allowed at West River House?

No, pets are not allowed.

Reviews

West River House Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 113 out of 212 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 63 out of 212 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 212 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 212 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 212 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Macy

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

8/10 Good

Andrey, SAN FRANCISCO

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

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Exceeded my expectations. Comfy beds. Family room was perfect for us. Lots of bathrooms to choose from. Check-in was super smooth. Would definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thao

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Star

Liked: Amenities
The property was extremely clean and quant. Newly renovated yet still feels like you are stepping into the 1900s
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

catherine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Fredrico very kind & helpful with my check-in process! Kudos to him!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this place. We stayed here with several friends for a disc golf tournament nearby. Loved the rich colors and almost haunted feeling, the low price. The shower heads are tall enough for my 6’9” husband. Check in and out is simple. The beds are comfortable which is most important for us. There’s no shampoo/conditioner so bring your own. Sheets/pillows/blankets/towels are all nice. Perfect for a place to rest without breaking the bank. We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emil

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

Small but Mighty!

The best small room in Truckee!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tianying

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The other hotel guests were quiet and I was able to sleep well on my day off from work. I recommend room 13 for those guests that want privacy. Fyi, one can save money at this property by booking a "communal room".
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great little hostel option in downtown Truckee, clean, easy and mellow midweek.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Justin

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

Great hotel but limited parking

This was a good place to stay in Truckee. Close to the resorts. My only issue is the limited parking. It was incredibly stressful trying to secure one of the limited overnight parking spaces, especially on a just weekend. For only this reason, I would not come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh

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

Cute, clean, and generally 👍👍👍

For such a communal space, the whole place—and especially the bathrooms—were remarkably sparkling clean. Plus the location is great, it’s cute… It’s a winner!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Riley

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Jj
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kazuko

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

william

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I loved that there was halfway affordable accommodation in Truckee and the room was clean and bright. But West River was also somewhat awkward, especially given the price range of over $200/night which is cheap only by Truckee standards: my private bathroom had faucets which sprayed water out the sides, no shower curtain and no body wash soap (just an empty container). The place also felt a little unwelcoming, especially for a hostel: the initial hall felt like a combination of an empty brothel and an empty fast food restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed in the annex. Super nice staff, very cool vibe. Was there for my cousin’s wedding so didn’t get to hang out at the little bar at all but will next time. Friends who were through-hiking the PCT highly recommended and they were right.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Vivian

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Jessica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was tiny.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Philippe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great price for the location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022