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Truckee Donner LodgevsBasecamp South Lake Tahoe
Both properties are rated highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Basecamp South Lake Tahoe ranks significantly higher than Truckee Donner Lodge. Basecamp South Lake Tahoe is ranked #3 in Lake Tahoe with endorsements from 7 reviewers including Lonely Planet, Jetsetter and Frommer's.
Truckee Donner Lodge
Oyster
Lonely Planet
10527 Cold Stream Road, Truckee, CA 96161
From $159/night
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundy Room
- Pool
- Free Parking
Oyster Mid-Range
"Truckee Donner Lodge is a mid-range, relatively small, motel-style property off I-80." Full review
Lonely Planet "No-nonsense, spacious hotel rooms come with microwaves and mini-fridges, and some have gas fireplaces." Full review
Basecamp South Lake Tahoe
Frommer's
Wallpaper
Gayot
Afar Magazine
Jetsetter
Travel + Leisure Lonely Planet
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
