Close to Lakeside Beach and Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe, The TrailHead offers a tranquil retreat with a picturesque terrace. Connect to in-room WiFi, park your car with ease, and enjoy the natural surroundings of this hotel near Heavenly Gondola.
Casino at Harveys Lake Tahoe - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Golden Nugget Lake Tahoe Casino - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
Getting around
Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL) - 14 min drive
Reno Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) - 60 min drive
Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 62 min drive
Restaurants
Base Camp Pizza Co. - 11 min walk
McDonald's - 8 min walk
Starbucks - 7 min walk
Driftwood Cafe - 9 min walk
Azul-Latin Kitchen - 8 min walk
About this property
The TrailHead
When you stay at The TrailHead, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe and Heavenly Gondola. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking, and mountain biking. Also, Casino at Harveys Lake Tahoe and Heavenly Ski Resort are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
Property amenities
What to do
Beach nearby
Bicycle rentals nearby
Ecotours nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Downhill skiing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Scooter/moped rentals nearby
Ziplining nearby
Services
Ski storage
Facilities
Built in 1949
Picnic area
Terrace
Television in common areas
Traditional architecture
Accessibility
Low-height counter/sink
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch flat-screen TV
Premium satellite channels
Home comfort
Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Mini-fridge
Microwave
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: USD 100 per stay
Optional extras
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 15.00
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per pet, per night
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Also known as
Vagabond Inn Lake Tahoe
Vagabond Inn Motel Lake Tahoe
TrailHead Motel South Lake Tahoe
TrailHead South Lake Tahoe
Vagabond Inn South Lake Tahoe Hotel South Lake Tahoe
The TrailHead Hotel
The TrailHead South Lake Tahoe
The TrailHead Hotel South Lake Tahoe
Frequently asked questions
Does The TrailHead offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The TrailHead does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The TrailHead?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 30 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
Is parking offered on site at The TrailHead?
Yes, there's free self parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The TrailHead?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 15.00. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at The TrailHead?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe (15-min walk) and Casino at Harveys Lake Tahoe (17-min walk) are both nearby.
What is there to do at The TrailHead and nearby?
During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like ice skating and cross-country skiing, and return when the snow melts for cycling and boat tours. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. The TrailHead also has a picnic area.
What's the area around The TrailHead like?
The TrailHead is a short 15-minute walk from Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe and 17 minutes' walk from Casino at Harveys Lake Tahoe.
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The TrailHead Reviews
Reviews
6.8
Good
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6.8/10
Cleanliness
7.4/10
Staff & service
5.8/10
Amenities
6.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
6.2/10
Eco-friendliness
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 19, 2025
Amazing, loved the spa!
Amier
Amier, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 31, 2025
Great value
Awesome
Bradley
Bradley, 6-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 22, 2025
It was very good experience staying there for two nights with family.
Nilanjan
Nilanjan, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 8, 2025
Bed spread
The stay was good was given instructions how to get into my room. The room was clean but the bed soread had stains in it o e looked like snot.
Raquel
Raquel, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 7, 2025
Small showers, good bed.
Mauro Cesar
Mauro Cesar, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 20, 2025
Was fantastic, staff was super caring .
Austin
Austin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 14, 2025
Easy check in.
Rodrigo
Rodrigo, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 6, 2025
Great staff
Patrick
Patrick, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 14, 2025
Good Location, close to the casinos.
This is a basic hotel room close to the casinos. The room and shower could have been cleaner. But it worked for the price.
Yvette
Yvette, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 13, 2025
Was really great
Samuel
Samuel, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 15, 2025
Staff excellent. Check in excellent
mark
mark, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 7, 2025
The location
ariand
ariand, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 21, 2025
Could have been better
The comforter felt unclean, the tub had puddles of water in it when we arrived, they only provided two pillows for the bed, there were rats in the wall that we could hear. Location was good, and it was quiet.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
2/10 Poor
Aug 9, 2025
Website pics are not accurate. Draperies were ripped and torn in the room next to us and so created anxiety for our stay. Unfortunately it was a concert weekend and finding a room was difficult.
Sandra J
Sandra J, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 2, 2025
Great staff, let me keep my car in the lot after checkout. clean room, basic but met all needs.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Jul 5, 2025
It’s says in the add that it’s non-smoking and why it’s smells
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 17, 2025
Small locally owned motel. It's not the Ritz but really good for price point. Rooms and grounds were clean. Bed was big and comfortable. Front desk was very nice and helpful. If you are looking for "fancy," this is not the place for you. If you are looking for budget with a local experience...this is the place. Will return again.
Kimberly
Kimberly, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 5, 2025
We stayed 4th of July & honestly can’t complain, room was as cleaned as can be , having a jacuzzi tub in the room was awesome, mini fridge/ microwave available. Not bad at all . Only thing I would suggest is assigned parking!! But other than that it was great
Blanca
Blanca, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Aug 6, 2025
A very very low budget option
This place is in urgent need of a renovation. The curtains needed replacing about 20 years ago. The front porch is full of ash trays and sketchy people hanging out who most likely live there. There was no chair or table to sit in the room. The pool looks as it was drained and collecting junk for a decade. The staff was friendly. The housekeeper was more than helpful and brought needed pillows and towels quickly.
Kelli
Kelli, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jul 25, 2025
Locals experience
The tub was in the middle of the room as if it was a stage. The toilet was dirty and didn’t flush easily. I felt sorry for the person below us because the floors squeaked really bad! The location wasn’t bad but it was an old low grade hotel, we won’t stay there again.
Patricia
Patricia, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 29, 2025
Convenient area, old and a lot of deferred maintenance. Complete tripping hazard with a 2" lip into the raised bathroom. Room clean, but walkways and parking area not. Staff nice.
LaDonna
LaDonna, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 5, 2025
Easy check in helpful staff and the room was clean
marco
marco, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Jul 17, 2025
It was so terrible we checked out 5 minutes after our arrival, terrible smell in room, wires hanging from ceiling, other tenants had chairs and couches outside their rooms, we couldn't stay in that kind of neglect
Ken
Ken, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 16, 2025
Staff was so nice. We were allowed to check in 3 hours early.
Brian
Brian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 15, 2025
great location for skiing. good condition for the price