Desolation Hotel Hope Valley

3.5 star property

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Basic Cabin, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Bathtub

Basic Cabin, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Bathtub

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Basic Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, Mountain View

Basic Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Cabin, Multiple Beds

Cabin, Multiple Beds

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Basic Cabin, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Pets allowed

Basic Cabin, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Pets allowed

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Cabin, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

Cabin, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Basic Cabin, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Pets allowed

Basic Cabin, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Pets allowed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Comfort Cabin, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Hill View

Comfort Cabin, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Hill View

Comfort Cabin, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Hill View

  • Hill view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Basic Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Bathtub

Basic Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Bathtub

  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Cabin, Multiple Beds, Balcony

Family Cabin, Multiple Beds, Balcony

Family Cabin, Multiple Beds, Balcony

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Bathtub

Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Bathtub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Cabin, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Pets allowed

Basic Cabin, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Pets allowed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace

Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Resort View

Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Resort View

  • Resort view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 King Bed

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Cabin, Multiple Beds, Mountainside

Cabin, Multiple Beds, Mountainside

  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Basic Cabin, 1 King Bed, Pets allowed, Hill View

Basic Cabin, 1 King Bed, Pets allowed, Hill View

Basic Cabin, 1 King Bed, Pets allowed, Hill View

  • Hill view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Cabin, Multiple Beds, Microwave

Family Cabin, Multiple Beds, Microwave

  • Hill view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Romantic Cabin

Romantic Cabin

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Mountain View, Mountainside

Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Mountain View, Mountainside

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 King Bed

View all photos for Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Mountain View, Mountainside

Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Mountain View, Mountainside

Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Mountain View, Mountainside

  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 King Bed

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Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen

Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Resort view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Cabin

Cabin

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Cabin, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Mountainside

Family Cabin, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Mountainside

  • Mountain view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 2 King Beds, 2 Double Beds and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Comfort Cabin, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Hill View

Comfort Cabin, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Hill View

Comfort Cabin, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Hill View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Hill view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Tent, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace

Luxury Tent, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace

  • Hill view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

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Luxury Tent, Fireplace

Luxury Tent, Fireplace

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds

Luxury Tent, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds

Luxury Tent, Fireplace, River View

  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds

Luxury Tent, Fireplace, River View

  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

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Luxury Tent, Multiple Beds, River View

Luxury Tent, Multiple Beds, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Futon

View all photos for Basic Cabin, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Pets allowed

Basic Cabin, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Pets allowed

Basic Cabin, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Pets allowed

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Basic Cabin, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Pets allowed

Basic Cabin, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Pets allowed

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Bunk Beds and 1 Single Bed

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Standard Cabin

Standard Cabin

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Luxury Tent, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, River View | Living area

Luxury Tent, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, River View

  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Luxury Tent, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Mountain View

Luxury Tent, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Mountain View

Luxury Tent, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Tent, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Mountain View

Luxury Tent, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Tent, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Mountain View

Luxury Tent, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Markleeville

With a stay at Desolation Hotel Hope Valley in Markleeville, you'll be 9.1 mi (14.7 km) from Grover Hot Springs State Park and 18.3 mi (29.5 km) from Heavenly Valley Creek. .This resort is 20.5 mi (33 km) from Heavenly Ski Resort.
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What's nearby

  • Turtle Rock County Park - 10 min drive - 16.8 km
  • Hangman's Bridge - 10 min drive - 15.1 km
  • Carson River - 14 min drive - 23.2 km
  • Grover Hot Springs State Park - 18 min drive - 27.5 km
  • Kirkwood Mountain Resort - 20 min drive - 31.8 km

Getting around

  • Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mad Dog Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Hope Valley Café & Market - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Desolation Hotel Hope Valley

Mountain resort with a nearby private beach, in the vicinity of Grover Hot Springs State Park
Desolation Hotel Hope Valley offers 35 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and designer toiletries. Memory foam beds feature Frette Italian sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 35 guestrooms. Your memory foam bed comes with down comforters and Frette Italian sheets. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms feature separate bathtubs and showers, designer toiletries, and hair dryers.
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and ski storage.
At Desolation Hotel Hope Valley, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge.
Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and coffee/tea in a common area. Free self parking is available onsite.
Desolation Hotel Hope Valley has a restaurant on site.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Rock climbing
  • Ski storage
  • Sledding
  • Snowshoeing

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Meal delivery service

More

  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 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), key retrieval

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 55.00 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 55.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Desolation Hope Valley Resort

Desolation Hotel Hope Valley Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 220 out of 249 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 249 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 249 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 249 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 249 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
5 stars across the board!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Scenery, the mountain in back.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

lu

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the glamping experience is wonderful with bathtub in the in the yurt. And the furnishing is chic with a scandinavian tone. Will visit again in next foliage season for a quiet getaway.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful cabin (St. Nick’s Cabin) Clean Cozy
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fontana

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexis, Horace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a cute place! Would gladly stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan

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

Stay

Everything was very nice and my wife and I had a relaxing stay. The fall colors were out in full glory and temprature was 29 degrees which was nice waking up to. We have stayed here before and will continue to do so.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Collette, Copperopolis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cool roomy yurt with lots of windows in a beautiful area. Good restaurant on site and very nice staff. Will be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander, Dublin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best yurt ever, better than a standard room, very roomy and comfy
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

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

10/10 Excellent

Lai Shan Karen

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

10/10 Excellent

Teresa, Livermore

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The yurt is wonderful. Very comfortable and it has all the modern amenities. I can hear the river as I type this. The only drawback is the lack of bathroom privacy (not closed off from the room).
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We showed up to this beautiful resort to see the fall colors, it did not disappoint. We stayed in a yurt next to the river, it was glorious! Dog friendly was a plus. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Our room was very clean and the they had great pet options. Pets are very welcome! The Dyson blow dryer was a nice added touch…it worked amazing! Also loved the Sauna! The highway noise is very loud. And the heater kept making noise all night. We stayed in the Redwood room, very close to the highway. Wish there was a Sunday breakfast or brunch to eat. The bed could have been more comfy…felt like a futon.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Hillary

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This whole property is like a good dream. The team at Desolation has thought of everything. Truly magical this time of year!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We are obsessed and can’t wait to visit again… soon!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hunter

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk lady was very nice and respectful, the cook with the hair wrapped up in the bar and grill was super unprofessional, condescending and rude. Will come back but won’t step foot in that bar and grill.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All I can say is WOW!! Fabulous trip all around!! Staff, location, accommodation!! The Yurt was amazing. It rained and there was lighting. The Yurt has a ceiling had a sky light. So we not only dry and safe from the elements but we also got a nature show. This was definitely a way to be removed from the crazy rat race of life!! Would recommend everyone give an Yurt stay a try 😄
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

JIM

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very disappointed that I did not pick up on the amenities of NO refrigerator, microwave or hanging area for clothes other than hooks on the wall. These are basic necessities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan, Mill Valley

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The favorite place for our fur family to stay when in the area! Such unique cabins, great staff, EV charging, wonderful onsite restaurant - and dog friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Khern

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Araceli

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