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Reviews of Cottage Inn At Lake Tahoe 3 stars

1690 West Lake Boulevard, Tahoe City, CA 96145, United States

#1 of 20 hotels in Tahoe City

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 114 B&B reviews

8.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.0

  • Comfort

    9.5

  • Location

    9.7

  • Facilities

    8.8

  • Staff

    9.6

  • Value for money

    8.6

  • Free WiFi

    8.1

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  • Reviewed: 1 July 2025

    10
    Perfectly Perfect
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Studio - Hunters Hideout
    • Stayed 4 nights

    We loved everything.

    Beautiful cabins and grounds. Extremely clean and very well kept. Breakfast delivered to our cabin every morning was delicious. Access to the private beach was so nice, we went every day. It was not overcrowded. Great location close to hikes. Will definitely stay here again.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 9 June 2025

    9.0
    this is our 3rd time staying at the Cottage Inn and hopefully not our last. we breakfast included
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Roll-In Shower - Disability Access - Sail Away
    • Stayed 4 nights

    lights outside our room not working, dark at night when returning had to use phone flashlight

    breakfast choices were very good and food was delicious - would have liked more juice choices ie cranberry and/or apple breakfast was served in beautiful boxes we used the paper liners as placemats

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 May 2025

    10
    Nelu&Nely Dobra
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Studio - Rustic Retreat
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything

    We strongly recommend you to stay there.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 17 March 2025

    10
    A fairy tale.
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Studio - Tahoe Teepee
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location is just a minute from the Lake. A reasturant and deli store is walking distance. It's a very cute and cozy cottage setting.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 January 2025

    8.0
    Fantastic place with awesome service!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Studio - Stage Coach Stop
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Loved the setting, the staff and the breakfast! The breakfast was awesome!

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 November 2024

    9.0
    We had a lovely stay at the cottage inn and hope to return in the future!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Studio - Stage Coach Stop
    • Stayed 10 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It would have been nice to be informed what the main dish was each morning for breakfast so we knew whether we wanted to order it or not. As with pretty much every accommodation we have used it would be nice if the room included a toaster, in case we wanted to stay in for lunch or dinner we could easily just have toast or a bagel to eat.

    We had a wonderful stay at the cottage inn. When we arrived we were given an upgrade free of charge to a larger room. The cabin was clean, cosy and comfortable. Every morning we received a lovely breakfast at our requested time. The staff were friendly, helpful and informative. The location was ideal, very quiet and right next to 4 different restaurants/cafes and a little market. On our first day we saw 2 bears! We look forward to returning in the future.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 October 2024

    9.0
    Just one word sums it up, Wonderful.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Roll-In Shower - Disability Access - Sail Away
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was wonderful. Just price point.

    Breakfast was wonderful. Accommodations were also wonderful.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 October 2024

    9.0
    Lovely spot, nice ambiance
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Studio - Stage Coach Stop
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Only issue for me was that the mattress was a little "saggy" for my personal preference. It'd also be nice to have a better mix of pillow thicknesses. All the pillows with quite thick, which is uncomfortable for my neck. Having a couple thin pillows along with the thick pillows would cover a wider range of preferences.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 September 2024

    9.0
    Breakfasts were wonderful.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Studio - Hunters Hideout
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room was very crowded. The bathroom was way too small and the room was very dark at night especially. Needs bright lights.

    Location

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 September 2024

    9.0
    Staff couldn't have been nicer. Will definitely return
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Roll-In Shower - Disability Access - Sail Away
    • Stayed 2 nights

    May have liked daily housekeeping services, but we managed nicely

    The breakfast selections were very good, and always delivered with a smile and on time.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 September 2024

    8.0
    It was fine. Cute themed room. Not sure it was worth the cost.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Studio - Old Fishing Hole
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Breakfast. See above comment. Or clarify the breakfast part of the B and B is a continental meal.

    The appeal of the property is the location. Staff was cordial. It was quiet at night. The breakfast was a disappointment. We had expected a prepared meal. It was more a continental breakfast with a not good entree--couldn't eat it. Being on the West Shore is a positive. The room was ready and clean when we arrived. Liked that they did not makeup the room daily.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 September 2024

    9.0
    Good.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Roll-In Shower - Disability Access - Sail Away
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No table in the room to eat at. No good dinner restaurants nearby.

    Close to the lake. The box breakfast was very good. The owner was very nice and accommodating.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 September 2024

    8.0
    We loved it and would certainly go back.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Studio - Rustic Retreat
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The only thing I would criticize is that the entrées in the morning were too salty!

    The location was great and the setting and cottages were charming

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 September 2024

    10
    Excellent exceeding our expectations.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Studio - Tahoe Teepee
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The Cottage Inn at Lake Tahoe brings freshly made breakfast to your door. Great little surprise. The water tastes terrific. The location is perfect.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 September 2024

    10
    loved it start to finish.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • King Studio - Hunters Hideout
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    loved it all

    charming. picturesque. every detail was perfect. delish food. kind friendly helpful staff. so comfy. great facilities. absolutely a must go to place to stay. i even accidentally left something there and they mailed it to me

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 September 2024

    9.0
    Highly recommend.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Roll-In Shower - Disability Access - Sail Away
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beds maybe could have been better / softer.

    Breakfast was great. Location was really great. Late Checkin was easy. Nice to be able to walk to places from the cottage. Rooms and grounds were very inviting.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 August 2024

    9.0
    Austin was incredibly accommodating. The owner, not sure of her name, was so kind and caring and gracious. The grounds w
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Studio - Tahoe Teepee
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Mattress could’ve been a little more comfortable.

    Amazing location and extremely charming set up. Close proximity to a private beach. Close restaurants and market nearby.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 July 2024

    9.0
    We had a great visit
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Studio - Happy Camper
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Too close to the highway so a bit noisy.

    Great breakfast, beautiful location with very close access to the beach.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 July 2024

    10
    Excellent get-a-way destination !! Will definitely come back.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Studio - Happy Camper
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Property is in a good location and within walking distance to excellent restaurants. Cabins were very clean and property was very well kept. Gorgeous grounds. Staff was very friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 June 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • King Studio - Hunters Hideout
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Toilet is too close to the wall.

    Positive feedback

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 June 2024

    10
    Loved the location, walk to restaurants and beach. Close to bike path. Staff very nice.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Studio - Hunters Hideout
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Didn’t love our room. (hunters). Very dark and bathroom very small . Hit the door when sitting on toilet.

    Breakfast excellent. Delivered promptly. Loved access to beach. Flowers and grounds of the Inn were lovely.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 March 2024

    10
    Amazing spot. Will be there again for sure.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Queen Studio - Old Fishing Hole
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Amazing owners and staff. Super accommodating. Breakfasts were great couldn’t have been happier!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Roll-In Shower - Disability Access - Sail Away
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Staff was super friendly, the breakfast was amazing!!! Easy, quick drive to the resorts to snowboard.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 February 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Studio - Cozy Corner
    • Stayed 2 nights

    There didn't seem an option to request vegetarian breakfast, it was hard to know what the 'main dish' would be and if it would contain meat.

    We arrived at night and I loved how much lighting there was with all the string lights, it was a very cute environment. The bed was super comfortable and the cabin stayed very warm. We also walking over to the beach (even with snow) which gave us great views of the lake. I would 100% stay again, maybe in the summer too!

    Stayed in February 2024

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