Basecamp South Lake TahoevsRiver Ranch Lodge & Restaurant
Both hotels are endorsed by professional travelers. Overall, Basecamp South Lake Tahoe scores significantly higher than River Ranch Lodge & Restaurant. Basecamp South Lake Tahoe is ranked #3 in Lake Tahoe with accolades from 7 sources including Gayot, Lonely Planet and Frommer's.
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
River Ranch Lodge & Restaurant
2285 River Road, originally Deer Park Inn, Tahoe City, CA 96145
From $0/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Restaurant
- Free Parking
Fodor's
"Tucked into a bend of the Truckee River, this intimate lodge is a short distance from major ski resorts and the town center." Full review
Frommer's
"This old-fashioned lodge situated along the scenic banks of the Truckee River offers guests a choice of 19 rooms, individually decorated with antique wood furniture; many units boast balconies." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Though there's some noise from traffic outside and the bar downstairs, request a river-facing room so you can drift off to dreamland as the Truckee River tumbles below your window." Full review