Camp Richardson ResortvsBasecamp South Lake Tahoe
Both hotels are rated highly by expert writers. On balance, Basecamp South Lake Tahoe scores significantly better than Camp Richardson Resort. Basecamp South Lake Tahoe is ranked #3 in Lake Tahoe with recommendations from 7 sources such as Afar Magazine, Oyster and Gayot.
Camp Richardson Resort
1900 Jameson Beach Rd., South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Concierge
- Restaurant
- Free Parking
- Kitchenette
Fodor's
"An old-fashioned family resort that is built around a 1920s lodge, this property features a few dozen cabins and a small inn, all tucked beneath giant pine trees on 80 acres fronting Lake Tahoe." Full review
U.S. News & World Report
"Recent guests at Camp Richardson Resort love the resort’s family-friendly atmosphere and access to outdoor activities, including a full-service marina and hiking trails." Full review
Frommer's
"This historic resort dating back to the 1920s may not cut it for luxury seekers, but for families comfortable with rustic simplicity and looking for a range of outdoorsy activities." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Removed from downtown’s strip-mall aesthetic, this sprawling family camp is a hectic place offering seasonal camping...forested cabins rented by the week in summer, and so-so beachside hotel rooms." Full review
Basecamp South Lake Tahoe
4143 Cedar Avenue, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
From $107/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Concierge
- Free Parking
Frommer's
"Making a serious play for hipsters, the Basecamp is a budget hotel that doesn’t skimp on style." Full review
Wallpaper
"Sited on the south side of California’s Lake Tahoe, with views of the dramatic Sierra Nevada Mountains, Basecamp is the perfect place to take a breather after a long day of strenuous outdoor activity." Full review
Gayot
"Modern, boutique style is a highlight at this nicely priced hotel."
Afar Magazine
"Bright orange camp lanterns and other twists on classic outdoor design furnish 74 rooms." Full review
Jetsetter
"Hip camp-themed boutique stay with fire pits, a rooftop hot tub with mountain views." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Located in the heart of South Lake Tahoe, a five-minute walk to the lake and the Heavenly Gondola, Basecamp is a boutique hotel with 73 rooms, including a mountain view suite and family room that accommodates up to eight guests"
Lake Tahoe Travel Guide
March 9, 2022
Lonely Planet
"Recycled wood, original nature-themed canvases and artsy artifacts gussy up this stylish former motel." Full review