Beach Retreat & Lodge at Tahoe

3.5 star property

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2 restaurants, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine
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Lobby sitting area
Rowing
2 restaurants, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

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3411 Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA, 96150
  • Place, Campground by the Lake
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, South Lake Tahoe Ice Arena
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Ski Run Marina
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(66 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View

7.8 out of 10
Good
(44 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Lake View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(37 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Partial Lake View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(36 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Beach View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Beach View

7.2 out of 10
Good
(14 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Garden View

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

South Lake Tahoe

When you stay at Beach Retreat & Lodge at Tahoe in South Lake Tahoe, you'll be on the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Heavenly Gondola and Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe. .This beach resort is 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from The Shops at Heavenly Village and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Lakeside Beach.

What's nearby

  • Campground by the Lake - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • El Dorado Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • South Lake Tahoe Ice Arena - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Ski Run Marina - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Regan Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Reno Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Heidi's Pancake House - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Red Hut Café - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Riva Grill - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Sugar Pine Bakery - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Artemis Lakefront Cafe - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Beach Retreat & Lodge at Tahoe

On beach with outdoor pool for sandy fun near Heavenly Gondola
Beach Retreat & Lodge at Tahoe offers 261 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature iPod docking stations and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This South Lake Tahoe resort provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains.

An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 261 air-conditioned rooms featuring iPod docking stations and LCD televisions. Your bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Don't miss out on the many recreational opportunities, including an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and bicycles to rent. This resort also features complimentary wireless internet access, ski storage, and gift shops/newsstands.
Satisfy your appetite with American cuisine at Sidelines Sports Pub, one of the resort's 2 restaurants. Relax with a refreshing drink from the beach bar or one of the 3 bars/lounges. Full breakfasts are served on weekends from 8:00 AM to noon for a fee.
Featured amenities include a computer station, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Planning an event in South Lake Tahoe? This resort has 3200 square feet (297 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and 3 meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge between 8:00 AM and noon on weekends.
Sidelines Sports Pub - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Boathouse on the Pier - This beachfront restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Happy hour is offered. Open select days.
Tiki Bar - Onsite bar. Open daily.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Weekend full breakfast available 8:00 AM to noon for a fee: USD 6 to 17 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • A beach bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Boathouse on the Pier
  • Sidelines Sports Pub
  • Tiki Bar

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Boat tours
  • Hot tub
  • Kayaking
  • Motor boating
  • Outdoor pool
  • Parasailing
  • Personal motorised watercraft
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Sailing
  • Ski equipment rentals
  • Ski storage
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (3,200 square foot of space)

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a state park
  • In the mountains
  • Marina
  • On a lake
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 9 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Lift (80 centimetre wide door)
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (86 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 floors
  • 5 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1975
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • IPod dock
  • LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 50.00 per night
  • Destination fee: USD 39.20 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 6 to 17 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Beach Retreat & Lodge Tahoe
Beach Retreat Lodge
Beach Retreat Lodge Tahoe South Lake Tahoe
Tahoe Beach Retreat
Beach Retreat Lodge Tahoe
Beach Retreat Tahoe South Lake Tahoe
Beach Retreat Tahoe
The Beach Retreat Lodge at Tahoe
Retreat Tahoe South Tahoe
Beach Retreat Lodge at Tahoe
Retreat & At Tahoe South Tahoe
The Beach Retreat Lodge at Tahoe
Beach Retreat & Lodge at Tahoe Resort
Beach Retreat & Lodge at Tahoe South Lake Tahoe
Beach Retreat & Lodge at Tahoe Resort South Lake Tahoe

Reviews

Beach Retreat & Lodge at Tahoe Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 501 out of 1089 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 260 out of 1089 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 170 out of 1089 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 81 out of 1089 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 77 out of 1089 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable and walkable to dining options Hiking trailheads are a few minute drive away. Being on the lake is a huge benefit.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Donald

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jenna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service

Beautiful but unfortunate

I’ve stayed here a few times and have really enjoyed my stay. This time is was pretty chaotic. We were there for a tournament and many others were there for the same soccer tournament which I understand was not in their favor. However, there were way too many kids in the pool/spa and even though parents were there unfortunately the hotel needed to manage because they broke it. I also attempted to order food for my daughter and I at the bar and the bar tender never once acknowledged my presence, in fact he only serviced the men at the counter while walked up about 5 minutes after I was standing at the counter. Lastly, Saturday evening they only had one person working the reservation desk so I waited about 15 minutes until he could get to me. We were pretty disappointed and had to walk away from the hotel for business.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

SAURADEEP

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place off the lake. Layout of rooms are nice. Love the amenities. Would be nice to update rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberlee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

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

Enjoyable stay

Nice location, outdoor fire-pits (free smore kits), in-room gas fireplace made for an enjoyable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Kimberly

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

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

Location, location and location.

Loved the lake and mountain view from my room. The Tiki Bar was conveniently next to my room. The location of the lodge is close to restaurants, banks, grocery store, and retail stores.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Joshua

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jimena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great access to the lake from our room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Had to change my room 2 times, door would not lock, plumbing in bathroom not draining
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Thim B

Lake Tahoe Vacation

We recently stayed at the Beach Retreat Lodge and overall, the experience was just okay. Check-in could have been more welcoming—a smile from the front desk clerk would go a long way. One of the biggest frustrations was the misleading information we received prior to arrival. The pre-check-in email stated that the resort fee included Wi-Fi, parking, and bike rentals, but when we checked in, the clerk told us that was not correct. This feels misleading to guests and should be addressed. Another big inconvenience was that the elevator in Building E was out of service, which meant we had to haul two large suitcases up the stairs. Not exactly the kind of start you want to your stay. The room itself was fine, though the shower water pressure was very low. The exterior of the building is also showing clear signs of wear and is in need of repair. For the price we paid, we expected a better experience. It wasn’t terrible, but definitely disappointing compared to what was advertised
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jiahao

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Travelled with partner
The pictures of the property and rooms make this place look much nicer than it actually is. The rooms are very tiny and parking was awful! The staff at the desk were very nice and helpful. Sadly the bartender at the tiki bar was awful and not friendly at all. The on sight restaurant was way understaffed some people were waiting for 1 to 2 hours for food. We were very disappointed and it was our anniversary, we ended up walking out. On a positive note the view from our room was nice. And it was peaceful at night. They knew it was our anniversary and i was hoping for a little something special, free cocktail, or appetizer... something. All in all it wasnt horrible and we got a lot of relaxation time. The place just didnt repsent as well in person.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eduard

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Miriam

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
I never leave reviews but this has been the most disappointing visit to Tahoe for my mother and I. It is so pricy for being outdated— I had even paid more to get lake view from our room as shown in the photos. Our room got some view but a lot of it was obstructed by an event below and drunk tourists at the bar. It was not worth it. Compared to other hotels, ANYONE can enter this property, there are no wristbands to know who is a visitor or not. I saw lots of drunk, loud and obnoxious people that make me question if they even paid to be there. Not family friendly. The TV is outdated and carpet reeks of musk. Don’t count on Netflix and wear sandals in the property to avoid fungal infections. The beach was very limited, there was a weddi by taking place on the left so we couldn’t walk far and behind us was a sad memorial service of some kind telling us to be quiet for respect….on the the right were drunk loud people. The vibe was so confusing and I had no idea how I should feel. B ut what really got me upset is that when I tried grabbing a chair, a man approached me and told me that it was 25$ to get one!!! I paid over 600$ to stay a night!! I have stayed in cheaper hotels in Tahoe nearby who make it a priority to keep its hosts relaxed and comfortable. This is just pure greed and with this I left more angry than relaxed. Never again! On ther other hand the housemaids and front desk was nice. Don’t take it on them, take it on the greedy management.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Victoria

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the beach access! Loved Tiki Bar and pier restaurant. Did not like food at Sidelines. The bed was very uncomfortable, too hard. Loved pet friendly! Pier restaurant has great food and service but the restaurant/pier needs beautification. Peeling paint/mismatched furniture, scary stairs to restaurant (broken concrete). Hopefully new owners have plans to improve some things.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Baljit

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice beach view. Enjoyed our stay over the Labor Day weekend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025