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$1864133 Cedar Avenue, South Lake Tahoe, 96150, California, United States
761 reviews
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Skiing
Outdoor swimming pool
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Spa tub
Air conditioning
Sun deck
Private entrance
Blue Jay Lodge sits in South Lake Tahoe, California, United States, at 4133 Cedar Avenue, about 2.8mi from the city center. With 761 reviews backing its appeal, the hotel features a price that starts from $186.
Featured amenities include skiing, an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking on site, and free Wi-Fi. The property is pet-friendly with extra charges and offers a spa tub, sun deck, private entrance, mountain view, air conditioning, and non-smoking rooms. Wheelchair accessibility is available, and parking on site is free. A golf course is available for an additional fee.
Private parking on site, a sun deck, and mountain views create a cozy Tahoe mood, while the spa tub and private entrance add convenient comforts for every stay.
Blue Jay Lodge greets travelers with a classic Tahoe vibe: private entrances and mountain views opening the door to a relaxed stay. A seasonal outdoor pool invites sunny afternoons, while a soothing spa tub offers a welcome respite after days spent on the slopes or by the lake. A sun deck rounds out the outdoor scene, and free private parking on site keeps exploration effortless. Pets are welcome with applicable charges, and free Wi-Fi helps stay connected during the escape.
Inside, a range of accommodations ensures options for different groups. Queen Rooms, King Rooms, Deluxe Suites, and a standout Studio at 1130 sqft sleep eight adults and five children, with a sofa bed and two queen beds. Other available layouts include Quadruple Room with Pool View, Suite with a Jetted Tub, and Deluxe Queen configurations, all in non-smoking spaces equipped with conveniences like air conditioning and a private entrance, keeping the Tahoe mood intact.
Payment is simple with Discover, Visa, American Express, and Mastercard accepted; cash is not accepted. A golf course is available for an additional fee, adding a little extra to the Tahoe experience. Pets are allowed, with charges applying.
Closest airports
Reno/Tahoe International Airport
38.9miSkiing
Outdoor swimming pool
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Spa tub
Air conditioning
Sun deck
Private entrance
Parking On Site
Mountain view
Non-smoking rooms
Wheelchair accessible
Bathtub
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King Room, Jetted Tub
1 King Size Bed
Spa tub
Flat-screen TV
Tea/Coffee maker
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Suite Jacuzzi
1 King Size Bed
Spa tub
Free wifi
Microwave
Flat-screen TV
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Room - 3 Queen
3 Queen Size Beds
Microwave
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
Tea/Coffee maker
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Queen Room
1 Queen Size Bed
280 sqft
Mountain view
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
Private entrance
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Deluxe, Queen Size
2 Queen Size Beds
335 sqft
Mountain view
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
Private entrance
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Room - 2 Queen
2 Queen Size Beds
Free wifi
Microwave
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
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King Room
1 King Size Bed
335 sqft
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
Private entrance
Flat-screen TV
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Suite, Jetted Tub
1 King Size Bed
Hot tub
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Suite, Bathtub
1 King Size Bed
Spa tub
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
Tea/Coffee maker
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Room - 2 King
2 King Size Beds
Microwave
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
Tea/Coffee maker
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Studio
1 Sofa Bed
2 Queen Size Beds
1130 sqft
Private Bathroom
View
Microwave
Flat-screen TV
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8.5
761 reviewsCategories of assessments
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Facilities
Staff
Value for money
WiFi quality
Featured reviews:
Alicia
9.1
June 2025
The place was clean and beds were comfortable which is important to me. It’s an older hotel that has been renovated. The rooms are nicely decorated. They have a refrigerator and Microwave. Check in and out is done remotely through text messages but it’s not bad. Message’s are friendly and to the point. Great price for room. Close to many places in South Lake Tahoe and in walking distance to restaurants.
I don’t have much negative to say. My room was on top floor and made it a little difficult bringing stuff up the stairs but I believe the rooms are quieter than downstairs. We didn’t experience any noise or issues on our stay. I like this place.
Patterson
8.2
July 2025
Loved the convenience of being so close to literally everything. Short walk to restaurants, the concert venue and casinos. Room was clean and updated. Air conditioner worked great and kept us comfortable. The pool looked nice even though we didn't go in it was a nice perk. Will DEFINITELY be staying here in the future when going to Tahoe.
Bathroom was a bit tight but not too bad. I definitely wouldn't let it out way the pros of our stay. Also, parking is cramped. We left pretty late in the evening after a concert to find food and came back to 0 parking spots. Would be nice if each room had a designated parking spot to help with making sure everyone for sure had a spot.
Tui
10
July 2024
I really enjoyed my stay here. It is located within walking distance to restaurants and lakeside swimming. There are lots of e scooters near by and places to rent electric bikes. The area was quiet and I felt safe at night being a female solo traveler. The room was clean and had everything I needed including a fridge, microwave, and coffeemaker. The bed was comfy and it had Roku tv. The staff onsite were incredibly kind and accommodating. I lost my phone and they helped me out immensely and I will be forever grateful for their help! Great value for money!! Highly recommend
Alina
10
May 2024
Everything was perfect. The room was soo clean and it's looks like brand new, the bed is so comfy I slept so well here. Thank you for such amazing experience.
Everything was awesome!
Jon
8.2
January 2025
I didn’t talk to a single person in person. All my communication was through text. This was convenient and at sometimes confusing. However, I did like that. I just got a code and was told to check in by four. I even checked in a little bit before four. By checking in I mean, entering the code and walking into my room. The property was willing to let me park my vehicle there and go snowboarding the morning before I checked in. My room was very clean and spacious. The AI was very responsive through text (I don’t know if it was a person or actually AI that was texting me back). I was about a 5 to 10 minute walk from the gondola at Heavenly. So the location was prime. Also had easy access to all the amenities in Southlake Tahoe.
I never talked to a single worker at the place as I mentioned in what I liked about the property. It was confusing at times. At one point they texted me to tell me about a tote that was put in my room as a offer to purchase. Initially, when I received the text, I thought that someone went in my room when I wasn’t there And it freaked me out. The person or AI that was texting me told me that no one went in my room after I checked in. Maybe I could have read more, but from being used to the traditional check-in process where you go into the office, I was not used to everything being done electronically
Fosina
10
April 2024
The blue Jay lodge is a 12/10. It is so clean, newly renovated. I need their designer for my own house! It is a 4 minute walk from the gondola AND the free bus that takes you to the other gondola as well. However, the Nevada side is better skiing. You are next to beautiful resorts / lodges and the town. There are a load of activities and restaurants/pubs 2 minute walk and also 2 min walk from casinos if you like that. There is a super good taco place the next building over. The couple running blue Jay were so kind and helpful. They kept everything clean, carried our luggage up and had great recommendations. The lock system is great- no key. They give you a code and it also locks automatically in case you forgot to lock it. Very safe and nice location. I can’t wait to come back. I’ll come with family, friends or solo as I did last time.
Juan
10
May 2025
We enjoyed our stay so much that we recommended it to friends, and they have stayed here too. The location is perfect! The hotel is within walking distance of the casinos and snow activities. You can leave your car parked at the hotel and walk to everything. All communication, as well as the check-in process, is done from your phone, just a text away, which is great! We enjoyed our stay and would stay here again!
The bed was a bit small, and the bed frame didn't feel very solid. Not a deal breaker, but wish it was better.
Linda
8.2
September 2024
The room was a nice size, and the refrigerator and microwave were a plus. The bed was comfortable. The mountain view was beautiful. Very quiet, and no trouble with parking at all. We were able to park right in front of our downstairs room. The location was perfect.We were able to walk everywhere we wanted to go.
Check in was a little rough. The door code given would not work. A very nice staff member was able to help us get in the room, however, it was the wrong room. Not the one we reserved. Luckily, they were able to move us to another room which worked out for the better. The floor was a bit dirty, otherwise everything else was great!
Banana_cake
8.2
September 2024
It's a very nice motel. Each room was a good size, some rooms have double beds, others have 1 bed and something else (eg. table) but the sizes seemed uniform. Receptionist was really nice and helpful when we decided to stay an extra night. There's no breakfast but there is a coffee machine, fridge and microwave to bring food home. Supermarkets nearby via car. Room has a heater/aircon.
Found it quite noisy on the bottom floor. I would suggest they put rugs or carpet on the upper floors so that you don't hear people walking around at night. Cars also parked quite close to rooms downstairs so heard them if someone coming home late. Appreciated the ear plugs provided!
Michael
8.2
August 2024
The property was in a great location, very close to the local shops and a decent distance from the beach. Although dated, the room was updated and extremely clean and pleasant to be in, we loved our stay. It was nice having a specific parking spot for our room, although if we had brought more than one car, it might’ve been a challenge to find parking. The check-in was extremely easy, all we had to do was unlock our door with a code sent to us
The property is quite dated, so the walls are a bit thin, making it easy to hear your neighbors and people outside. The parking lot is a bit cramped, and can be tight to maneuver in
Attractions
Heavenly Gondola
0.2miM.S. Dixie II
3.2miVikingsholm Castle
4.9miSouth Lake Tahoe
6.7miFallen Leaf Lake
7.4miEagle Falls
8.3miLake Tahoe
16.5miTahoe City
18.2miEmerald Bay State Park
19.6miSand Harbor
20.1miSquaw Valley
22.7miNorthstar
23.9miVirginia and Truckee Railroad
28.9miVirginia City
28.9miEmigrant Trail Museum
29.6miAttractions
Heavenly Gondola
0.2miM.S. Dixie II
3.2miVikingsholm Castle
4.9miSouth Lake Tahoe
6.7miFallen Leaf Lake
7.4miEagle Falls
8.3miLake Tahoe
16.5miTahoe City
18.2miEmerald Bay State Park
19.6miSand Harbor
20.1miSquaw Valley
22.7miNorthstar
23.9miVirginia and Truckee Railroad
28.9miVirginia City
28.9miEmigrant Trail Museum
29.6miAirports
Reno/Tahoe International Airport
38.9miLocation
Availability
Skiing
Outdoor swimming pool
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Spa tub
Air conditioning
Sun deck
Private entrance
Parking On Site
Mountain view
Non-smoking rooms
Wheelchair accessible
Bathtub
Accessibility
Bathroom emergency cord
Toilet with grab rails
Wheelchair accessible
Activities
Bar crawls
Canoeing
Cycling
Fishing
Golf course
Hiking
Skiing
Stand-up comedy
Bathroom
Bathtub
Private Bathroom
Shower
Spa tub
Bedroom
Wardrobe or closet
Food & Drink
Tea/Coffee maker
Front Desk Services
Baggage storage
Concierge
Express check-in/out
Invoice provided
Private check-in/out
General
Air conditioning
Designated smoking area
Facilities for disabled guests
Family rooms
Hardwood or parquet floors
Heating
Non-smoking rooms
Pet basket
Pet bowls
Pet Friendly
Private entrance
Smoke-free property
Internet
Free wifi
Kitchen
Electric kettle
Living Area
Desk
Media & Technology
Flat-screen TV
Outdoors
Outdoor furniture
Sun deck
Parking
Free Private Parking
Parking On Site
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available
Contactless check-in/out
Room Amenities
Iron
Safety & security
24-hour security
CCTV in common areas
Fire extinguishers
Safe
Smoke alarms
Safety features
First aid kits available
Spa
Outdoor swimming pool
View
Mountain view
From 16:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
From 06:00
Until 11:00
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Come and go whenever you want
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
0 - 2 years
Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The maximum number of cribs, extra beds, and children allowed in existing beds can vary depending on the option booked.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
No capacity for extra beds.
Discover,
Visa,
American Express,
Mastercard
This property does not accept cash.
Are pets permitted at Blue Jay Lodge?
Absolutely! You are more than welcome to stay with your pet at the Blue Jay Lodge. Just keep in mind that there may be some charges associated with bringing your furry friend along.
At what times are check-in and check-out at Blue Jay Lodge?
The designated check-in period at Blue Jay Lodge begins at 04:00 PM. As for check-out, it's before 11:00 AM.
Is there parking available at Blue Jay Lodge?
Yes, there is parking available at the Blue Jay Lodge. It is free, private, and located on site. No parking reservation is required.
How much does a stay at Blue Jay Lodge cost?
Accommodations at Blue Jay Lodge can start from $186. Be aware, rates are influenced by room type and selected dates. Ensure to specify your stay dates for up-to-date pricing.
What types of rooms does Blue Jay Lodge offer?
The Blue Jay Lodge offers a variety of rooms, including Deluxe Queen Rooms, King Rooms, King Rooms with Spa Bath, and Queen Rooms. All rooms have a double occupancy and do not allow smoking. The Deluxe Queen and Queen Rooms have Queen size beds, while the King Rooms have either a King size bed or a King size bed with a spa bath.
What activities does Blue Jay Lodge offer?
Guests at the Blue Jay Lodge can spend their time taking advantage of the leisure amenities offered by the hotel. They can relax and unwind by the outdoor swimming pool or soak in the spa tub. The pool is available seasonally and located outside, providing guests with a refreshing spot to cool off and enjoy the beautiful weather.
Furthermore, guests can also make use of the beach chairs/loungers provided by the hotel. This allows them to relax and sunbathe by the poolside or at the beach, providing a great way to soak up the sun and enjoy their vacation.
To sum up, guests staying at the Blue Jay Lodge can enjoy their time by availing the outdoor swimming pool, spa tub, and beach chairs/loungers, providing them with a range of leisure amenities to enhance their stay.
Is there a swimming pool at Blue Jay Lodge?
The Blue Jay Lodge has one pool available, but it is only open during certain seasons. It is located outdoors and has age restrictions, allowing only adults to use it.
Are both cash and credit cards valid payment options at Blue Jay Lodge?
No, cash is not a valid payment option at Blue Jay Lodge. Only credit cards such as Visa, Mastercard, and Discover are accepted.
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