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$1984133 Cedar Avenue, South Lake Tahoe, 96150, California, United States
620 reviews
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Skiing
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Spa tub
Air conditioning
Sun deck
Private entrance
Parking On Site
Welcome to the Blue Jay Lodge, a charming hotel nestled in the beautiful city of South Lake Tahoe, California. Located just 2.8mi from the city center, this hotel is the perfect choice for travelers seeking a peaceful retreat while still having easy access to all that the city has to offer.
With 620 rave reviews, it's clear that the Blue Jay Lodge is a favorite among guests. The hotel offers a range of amenities that ensure a comfortable and enjoyable stay. Take a refreshing dip in the outdoor swimming pool or unwind in the spa tub. Stay connected with free Wifi and enjoy the convenience of private parking. The hotel is also pet-friendly, so your furry friends can join you on your vacation (additional charges may apply).
Each room at the Blue Jay Lodge is equipped with all the essentials to make your stay as comfortable as possible. From air conditioning and private entrances to flat-screen TVs and private bathrooms with bathtubs, everything you need is at your fingertips. The hotel also offers extras such as beach chairs/loungers, a desk, and a safe for your convenience.
With its ideal location, excellent amenities, and rave reviews, the Blue Jay Lodge is the perfect choice for your stay in South Lake Tahoe. Book today and experience the best of comfort and convenience at a starting price of just $198.
After a day of exploring the breathtaking beauty of South Lake Tahoe, come back to the Blue Jay Lodge and take a refreshing dip in the outdoor swimming pool. Surrounded by lush greenery, the pool offers a tranquil and picturesque setting to unwind and relax. Please note that the pool is seasonal and open to adults only, ensuring a peaceful and serene atmosphere for your enjoyment.
At the Blue Jay Lodge, we understand that traveling with pets is a priority for many guests. That's why we are pleased to offer pet-friendly accommodations. You can bring your furry friends along with you on your vacation, giving you the opportunity to explore the great outdoors together. Please be aware that additional charges may apply for bringing your pets.
When it comes to payment options, the Blue Jay Lodge accepts Visa, Mastercard, and Discover. Cash is not accepted, so you can conveniently settle your bill using your preferred method of payment. Rest assured that our friendly staff will assist you with any payment-related queries you may have during your stay.
With its range of room options, pet-friendly policy, and convenient payment methods, the Blue Jay Lodge is the perfect choice for travelers seeking comfort, convenience, and a touch of nature. Book your stay today and experience an unforgettable getaway in South Lake Tahoe at a starting price of just $198.
Closest airports
Reno/Tahoe International Airport
38.9miSkiing
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Spa tub
Air conditioning
Sun deck
Private entrance
Parking On Site
Mountain view
Non-smoking rooms
Wheelchair accessible
Beach chairs/Loungers
Bathtub
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Queen Room
1 Queen Size Bed
280 sqft
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
Private entrance
Flat-screen TV
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This room features a flat-screen TV and cable, a microwave, a small fridge, tea/coffee-making facilities, as well as an iron, ironing board and a hair dryer.
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Room - 2 Queen
2 Queen Size Beds
380 sqft
Microwave
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
Tea/Coffee maker
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This room features a flat-screen TV and cable, a microwave, a small fridge, tea/coffee-making facilities, as well as an iron, ironing board and a hair dryer. Rates are based on 2 guests. A maximum of 4 guests can stay in this room. Please refer to the policies for fees that will apply for additional guests.
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King Room
1 King Size Bed
335 sqft
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
Private entrance
Flat-screen TV
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Welcome to our spacious and luxurious King Room. This elegant double room features a comfortable King size bed and a private bathroom, equipped with a relaxing bathtub. Enjoy your stay with a flat-screen TV, air conditioning, and other convenient amenities.
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Deluxe, Queen Size
2 Queen Size Beds
335 sqft
Mountain view
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
Private entrance
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Indulge in our spacious 334 sqft Deluxe Queen Room, featuring 2 comfortable Queen size beds, a private bathroom with a rejuvenating bathtub, and a cozy private entrance. Stay entertained with a flat-screen TV and enjoy a relaxed stay with air conditioning. Immerse yourself in the perfect blend of comfort and style.
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Suite
1 King Size Bed
375 sqft
Spa tub
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
Tea/Coffee maker
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This suite features a spa bath, tea/coffee maker and air conditioning.
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King Room, Jetted Tub
1 King Size Bed
Spa tub
Flat-screen TV
Tea/Coffee maker
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Suite Jacuzzi
1 King Size Bed
Spa tub
Free wifi
Microwave
Flat-screen TV
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Room - 3 Queen
3 Queen Size Beds
Microwave
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
Tea/Coffee maker
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Suite, Jetted Tub
1 King Size Bed
Hot tub
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Room - 2 King
2 King Size Beds
Microwave
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
Tea/Coffee maker
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Featured reviews:
Tui
10
July 2024
I really enjoyed my stay here. It is located within walking distance to restaurants and lakeside swimming. There are lots of e scooters near by and places to rent electric bikes. The area was quiet and I felt safe at night being a female solo traveler. The room was clean and had everything I needed including a fridge, microwave, and coffeemaker. The bed was comfy and it had Roku tv. The staff onsite were incredibly kind and accommodating. I lost my phone and they helped me out immensely and I will be forever grateful for their help! Great value for money!! Highly recommend
Alina
10
May 2024
Everything was perfect. The room was soo clean and it's looks like brand new, the bed is so comfy I slept so well here. Thank you for such amazing experience.
Everything was awesome!
Jon
8.2
January 2025
I didn’t talk to a single person in person. All my communication was through text. This was convenient and at sometimes confusing. However, I did like that. I just got a code and was told to check in by four. I even checked in a little bit before four. By checking in I mean, entering the code and walking into my room. The property was willing to let me park my vehicle there and go snowboarding the morning before I checked in. My room was very clean and spacious. The AI was very responsive through text (I don’t know if it was a person or actually AI that was texting me back). I was about a 5 to 10 minute walk from the gondola at Heavenly. So the location was prime. Also had easy access to all the amenities in Southlake Tahoe.
I never talked to a single worker at the place as I mentioned in what I liked about the property. It was confusing at times. At one point they texted me to tell me about a tote that was put in my room as a offer to purchase. Initially, when I received the text, I thought that someone went in my room when I wasn’t there And it freaked me out. The person or AI that was texting me told me that no one went in my room after I checked in. Maybe I could have read more, but from being used to the traditional check-in process where you go into the office, I was not used to everything being done electronically
Fosina
10
April 2024
The blue Jay lodge is a 12/10. It is so clean, newly renovated. I need their designer for my own house! It is a 4 minute walk from the gondola AND the free bus that takes you to the other gondola as well. However, the Nevada side is better skiing. You are next to beautiful resorts / lodges and the town. There are a load of activities and restaurants/pubs 2 minute walk and also 2 min walk from casinos if you like that. There is a super good taco place the next building over. The couple running blue Jay were so kind and helpful. They kept everything clean, carried our luggage up and had great recommendations. The lock system is great- no key. They give you a code and it also locks automatically in case you forgot to lock it. Very safe and nice location. I can’t wait to come back. I’ll come with family, friends or solo as I did last time.
Linda
8.2
September 2024
The room was a nice size, and the refrigerator and microwave were a plus. The bed was comfortable. The mountain view was beautiful. Very quiet, and no trouble with parking at all. We were able to park right in front of our downstairs room. The location was perfect.We were able to walk everywhere we wanted to go.
Check in was a little rough. The door code given would not work. A very nice staff member was able to help us get in the room, however, it was the wrong room. Not the one we reserved. Luckily, they were able to move us to another room which worked out for the better. The floor was a bit dirty, otherwise everything else was great!
Banana_cake
8.2
September 2024
It's a very nice motel. Each room was a good size, some rooms have double beds, others have 1 bed and something else (eg. table) but the sizes seemed uniform. Receptionist was really nice and helpful when we decided to stay an extra night. There's no breakfast but there is a coffee machine, fridge and microwave to bring food home. Supermarkets nearby via car. Room has a heater/aircon.
Found it quite noisy on the bottom floor. I would suggest they put rugs or carpet on the upper floors so that you don't hear people walking around at night. Cars also parked quite close to rooms downstairs so heard them if someone coming home late. Appreciated the ear plugs provided!
Michael
8.2
August 2024
The property was in a great location, very close to the local shops and a decent distance from the beach. Although dated, the room was updated and extremely clean and pleasant to be in, we loved our stay. It was nice having a specific parking spot for our room, although if we had brought more than one car, it might’ve been a challenge to find parking. The check-in was extremely easy, all we had to do was unlock our door with a code sent to us
The property is quite dated, so the walls are a bit thin, making it easy to hear your neighbors and people outside. The parking lot is a bit cramped, and can be tight to maneuver in
Tessa
8.2
November 2024
The interiors of the rooms were nicely remodeled and the closet was huge - a nice place to store luggage out of the way. The mini fridge was nice to have. It's about a 10 minute walk to the main restaurants and shops around Heavenly. There are a couple eateries closer. Nice distance to the beach too, which was open/free to all at the time of year when we stayed (mid Sept).
The bathroom counter height was uncomfortably high, the parking lot narrow and crowded, and there were no other amenities. It's a basic place, expensive for what you get but that seems to just be Tahoe.
Lilo
8.2
June 2024
Room 22 decor was updated and stylish (but we would have liked a comfy armchair and/or table & chairs for eating), liked the spacious out-of-the-way closet area, good microwave and fridge with freezer, refillable toiletries for less waste, coat hooks by front door, bench rack for shoes, dried flowers in vases a nice touch, ceramic beverage mugs (too bad the coffeemaker leaked), helpful binder of hotel and local info, keyless entry a plus, good parking in front of our room, very friendly and helpful hosts (Megan and poodle Hendrix). Prompt helpful responses to my texts re WiFi issues, also helpful responses to my question about wine and champagne not given even though Booking.Com listed these as amenities. The hotel offered to give us a discount on the price we paid as consolation for the misunderstanding. Now let's see if the refund comes through as promised! All-in-all, a great bargain in a good location at South Shore.
We are not used to the Roku TV system so it was not satisfying to watch. Many channels on Live TV seemed like one long continuous commercial. Did not see any evidence of sustainable green practices like simple recycling of plastics, glass, cans and paper.
Nancy
8.2
September 2024
Price was great. Room was nice. Shower felt great. Air conditioner was great and not noisy. Appreciated the parking passes to a beach.
Pillows were too firm, not comfy. Would have preferred 1 down or foam pillow. Coffee machine should have instructions on how to use. I poured water in wrong spot the 1st time. Had to carry heavy bag up to 2nd floor. Didn’t know there was no elevator. Don’t want to read multiple texts from my hotel while on vacation. But your msgs were nicely composed.
Attractions
Heavenly Gondola
0.2miM.S. Dixie II
3.2miVikingsholm Castle
4.9miSouth Lake Tahoe
6.7miFallen Leaf Lake
7.4miEagle Falls
8.3miLake Tahoe
16.5miTahoe City
18.2miEmerald Bay State Park
19.6miSand Harbor
20.1miSquaw Valley
22.7miNorthstar
23.9miVirginia and Truckee Railroad
28.9miVirginia City
28.9miEmigrant Trail Museum
29.6miAttractions
Heavenly Gondola
0.2miM.S. Dixie II
3.2miVikingsholm Castle
4.9miSouth Lake Tahoe
6.7miFallen Leaf Lake
7.4miEagle Falls
8.3miLake Tahoe
16.5miTahoe City
18.2miEmerald Bay State Park
19.6miSand Harbor
20.1miSquaw Valley
22.7miNorthstar
23.9miVirginia and Truckee Railroad
28.9miVirginia City
28.9miEmigrant Trail Museum
29.6miAirports
Reno/Tahoe International Airport
38.9miSkiing
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Spa tub
Air conditioning
Sun deck
Private entrance
Parking On Site
Mountain view
Non-smoking rooms
Wheelchair accessible
Beach chairs/Loungers
Bathtub
Accessibility
Bathroom emergency cord
Toilet with grab rails
Wheelchair accessible
Activities
Bar crawls
Canoeing
Cycling
Fishing
Golf course
Hiking
Skiing
Stand-up comedy
Bathroom
Bathtub
Private Bathroom
Shower
Spa tub
Bedroom
Wardrobe or closet
Food & Drink
Tea/Coffee maker
Front Desk Services
Baggage storage
Concierge
Express check-in/out
Invoice provided
Private check-in/out
General
Air conditioning
Designated smoking area
Facilities for disabled guests
Family rooms
Hardwood or parquet floors
Heating
Non-smoking rooms
Pet basket
Pet bowls
Pet Friendly
Private entrance
Smoke-free property
Internet
Free wifi
Kitchen
Electric kettle
Living Area
Desk
Media & Technology
Flat-screen TV
Outdoors
Outdoor furniture
Sun deck
Parking
Free Private Parking
Parking On Site
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available
Contactless check-in/out
Room Amenities
Iron
Safety & security
24-hour security
CCTV in common areas
Fire extinguishers
Safe
Smoke alarms
Safety features
First aid kits available
Spa
Beach chairs/Loungers
View
Mountain view
From 16:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
From 06:00
Until 11:00
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Come and go whenever you want
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
0 - 2 years
Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The maximum number of cribs, extra beds, and children allowed in existing beds can vary depending on the option booked.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
No capacity for extra beds.
Cash
Discover,
Visa,
American Express,
Mastercard
This property does not accept cash.
Are pets permitted at Blue Jay Lodge?
Absolutely! You are more than welcome to stay with your pet at the Blue Jay Lodge. Just keep in mind that there may be some charges associated with bringing your furry friend along.
At what times are check-in and check-out at Blue Jay Lodge?
The designated check-in period at Blue Jay Lodge begins at 04:00 PM. As for check-out, it's before 11:00 AM.
Is there parking available at Blue Jay Lodge?
Yes, there is parking available at the Blue Jay Lodge. It is free, private, and located on site. No parking reservation is required.
How much does a stay at Blue Jay Lodge cost?
Accommodations at Blue Jay Lodge can start from $198. Be aware, rates are influenced by room type and selected dates. Ensure to specify your stay dates for up-to-date pricing.
What types of rooms does Blue Jay Lodge offer?
The Blue Jay Lodge offers a variety of rooms, including Deluxe Queen Rooms, King Rooms, King Rooms with Spa Bath, and Queen Rooms. All rooms have a double occupancy and do not allow smoking. The Deluxe Queen and Queen Rooms have Queen size beds, while the King Rooms have either a King size bed or a King size bed with a spa bath.
What activities does Blue Jay Lodge offer?
Guests at the Blue Jay Lodge can spend their time taking advantage of the leisure amenities offered by the hotel. They can relax and unwind by the outdoor swimming pool or soak in the spa tub. The pool is available seasonally and located outside, providing guests with a refreshing spot to cool off and enjoy the beautiful weather.
Furthermore, guests can also make use of the beach chairs/loungers provided by the hotel. This allows them to relax and sunbathe by the poolside or at the beach, providing a great way to soak up the sun and enjoy their vacation.
To sum up, guests staying at the Blue Jay Lodge can enjoy their time by availing the outdoor swimming pool, spa tub, and beach chairs/loungers, providing them with a range of leisure amenities to enhance their stay.
Is there a swimming pool at Blue Jay Lodge?
The Blue Jay Lodge has one pool available, but it is only open during certain seasons. It is located outdoors and has age restrictions, allowing only adults to use it.
Are both cash and credit cards valid payment options at Blue Jay Lodge?
No, cash is not a valid payment option at Blue Jay Lodge. Only credit cards such as Visa, Mastercard, and Discover are accepted.
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