Cedar Inn & Suites
890 Stateline Ave, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150, South Lake Tahoe, United States
3-star hotel
Guest rating: 3.3 / 5
Cedar Inn & Suites is a simple, low-rise, 3-star hotel on Stateline Ave in South Lake Tahoe, positioned close to both the lakefront and major area attractions. It’s about a 5-minute walk to Lakeside Beach (approximately 492 m) and a short distance from Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course (about 667 m) and Van Sickle Bi-State Park (about 801 m). Rooms are modest and practical, featuring flat-screen TVs, coffeemakers, minifridges, microwaves, and in some cases kitchenettes; upgraded rooms add fireplaces. On-site amenities include a seasonal outdoor pool, a hot tub, and parking. The property is also described as a quick drive from Route 50, making it a convenient base for getting around South Lake Tahoe and toward outdoor destinations like Heavenly Mountain Resort (about 4,999 m) and Emerald Bay State Park (about 14,126 m).
Best for
This hotel is best for travelers who want a straightforward, budget-leaning base near the lake, with quick access to Lakeside Beach and nearby parks like Van Sickle Bi-State Park. It can also suit guests who value in-room convenience features (microwave, minifridge, and some kitchenettes) and want on-site parking plus a seasonal pool and hot tub.
Travel tips
If you’re planning beach time, Lakeside Beach is walkable (roughly 492 m), so packing light for the shoreline can make getting there easy. For skiing and winter activities, Heavenly Mountain Resort is a short drive (about 4,999 m), while scenic day trips to Emerald Bay State Park are farther out (about 14,126 m). The hotel is noted as being about a minute’s drive from Route 50, which can help with navigating to regional attractions.
What guests say
Guests most consistently highlight the location, especially being close to the lakefront and convenient to nearby attractions, and some reviewers mention friendly, helpful service. Positive mentions also include clean rooms in some stays and functional basics like hot water. However, multiple reviews raise serious concerns about cleanliness (including floors and bedding) and overall maintenance/condition. A few comments suggest that when issues occur, service recovery and responsiveness may be inconsistent.
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