Holiday Inn Express South Lake Tahoe, an IHG HotelvsRiver Ranch Lodge & Restaurant
Both properties are rated highly by those who travel for a living. On balance, River Ranch Lodge & Restaurant is preferred by most writers compared to Holiday Inn Express South Lake Tahoe. River Ranch Lodge & Restaurant is ranked #13 in Lake Tahoe with accolades from 3 publications like Frommer's, Lonely Planet and Fodor's.
Holiday Inn Express South Lake Tahoe, an IHG Hotel
3961 Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
From $115/night
- Pet Friendly
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
Oyster
Budget
"The two-and-a-half-pearl Holiday Inn Express South Lake Tahoe offers guests a comfortable stay following its complete upgrade in early 2017." 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