Donner Lake Inn

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Scored 9.2
Rated superb

Free WiFi

10

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Donner Lake Inn in Truckee offers family rooms with garden or river views. Each room includes air-conditioning, a private bathroom, and a work desk. Exceptional Facilities: Guests enjoy a garden, terrace, and free WiFi. Additional amenities include a hot tub, concierge service, and ski pass sales point. Delicious Breakfast: A variety of breakfast options are available, including American, buffet, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free. Fresh pastries, warm dishes, and fruits are served daily. Prime Location: Located a 5-minute walk from West End Beach, the inn is near skiing, windsurfing, hiking, and cycling activities. Free on-site private parking is provided.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Skiing
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Breakfast info

Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, American, Buffet, Breakfast to go

  • Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 bunk bed
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1 large double bed
1 bunk bed
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1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Thomas
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Excellent secluded location within a short walk of Donner lake and a great pub for dinner. Reasonably priced. Hosts were very attentive. Couldn't ask for more!”
Christoph
Austria Austria
“Super cosy cottage in the moddle of the woods! Restaurant in walking distance.”
Xin
United States United States
“It was awesome breakfast experience with the hosts. We had a great chat. They even gave my daughter utensils with my daughter's favorite color.”
Graham
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Homely place with friendly and very helpful hosts. It’s a long way from home for us but if we come back to this area then we would definitely stay here again. First class.”
Anonymous
United States United States
“The hospitality and kindness of its owners is really surprising, I very much doubt that it can be matched, highly recommended.”
Cheryl
United States United States
“Location, setting woods, clean and convenient location.”
Tawny
United States United States
“Lovely inn, lovely setting. We arrived after dark and made our way to our room, with the nice text message from the manager with our access key, where to park, and welcome. Easy wifi connection. There were three of us, and I texted if we may...”
Vicki
United States United States
“Loved the baked goodies. Great location and nice setting.”
Prashant
United States United States
“Overall a very comfortable stay at Donner Lake Inn. It was in a minutes walking distance to South Beach, had nicely done rooms with all basic amenities, provided fairly decent options for breakfast along with great coffee. Hosts were reachable...”
Syed
Australia Australia
“Location was excellent. Checkin was super smooth and pre-arranged with a code”

Managed by Donner Lake Inn Inc

Company review score: 9Based on 62 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Donner Lake Inn Inc. is a family-owned hospitality company operated by Nina and Jim Meehan. Together, we’re dedicated to creating memorable stays in the Tahoe-Truckee region. Whether you’re staying at our cozy five-room Donner Lake Inn or our lakeview vacation rental in Incline Village, we’re here to make your visit feel easy, personal, and truly relaxing.

Property information

Welcome to Donner Lake Inn — your peaceful basecamp in the heart of the Sierra Nevada. Nestled in the forest just steps from the shore of Donner Lake, our boutique five-room inn offers a charming blend of rustic character and modern comfort. Each room features a private exterior entrance, cozy gas stove, luxurious queen bed with high-end linens, and an en-suite bathroom. In the mornings, help yourself to a complimentary grab-and-go breakfast with homemade baked goods, savory items, fruit, yogurt, and hot coffee — perfect before a day on the lake or slopes. We’re ideally located near West End Beach, Donner Summit hiking trails, and top ski resorts including Sugar Bowl and Northstar. After your adventure, unwind in the outdoor hot tub or listen to the year-round creek flowing through the property. Whether you’re planning a family getaway, a ski weekend, or a quiet mountain retreat, Donner Lake Inn is designed to feel like home — just a little closer to nature.

Neighbourhood information

Our neighborhood is a hidden gem for outdoor lovers. Set among towering pines and just a 5-minute walk from Donner Lake’s West End Beach, our location offers year-round recreation: paddleboarding and swimming in summer, skiing and snowshoeing in winter, and hiking and biking trails right out the door. We’re just a short drive to downtown Truckee for dining and shopping, and less than 30 minutes to Lake Tahoe’s north shore. Guests love the peaceful setting, easy access to nature, and proximity to everything the region has to offer.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Food & Drink

Breakfast

  • Good breakfast included with select options or available at the property for US$1 per person.
  • Served daily
    07:30 to 09:00
  • Food
    Pastries • Eggs • Yogurt • Fruit • Cooked/warm meals
  • Drinks
    Coffee • Tea
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More food and drink
Meals • Facilities

House rules

Donner Lake Inn takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 16:00 to 23:30
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 5 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercard Cash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note:

- No pets are allowed.

- Property will contact guests with driving directions and general information.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Donner Lake Inn in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

License number: 032592