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2.5 of 5
4061 Lake Tahoe Blvd., South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
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Stardust Lodge
4.5 of 5 stars 75 Reviews
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Rialto, California
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
“Nice but SMALL for the price”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 March 2011
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The last time we were here we cheaped out and stayed at Stateline Economy Inn--eeewww!--, so the Stardust was MUCH better. At the Stardust we had nice clean tile floors and a great little kitchenette stocked with dishes. The room was cleaned daily. Down at the clubhouse it was nice to get fruit, donuts, and coffee and talk with the hostess and other guests. They have theme meals there for a good deal in the evenings, but we never checked this out. Great fitness room and spas. Free wi-fi and huge selection of DVDs!
Now for the downside. When we walked into the room, we gasped a little at how tiny it was. When we put the bed down, it was difficult to walk around it. We had to coordinate who was walking where or opening a drawer when (yes, open a drawer or a closet, and you've blocked off any passageway and trapped yourself and your partner wherever you are). And we are NOT big people. They had the TV on this giant dresser and then this big armoir/closet thing that just took up too much space. In a room this small, the TV should be a flatscreen on the wall!! There was this strange couch that looked like it was found on the side of the road and had no cushions on the back. It also took up space and looked too dirty and uncomfortable to sit on, so it became the place for gear and suitcases (I suspect it has often been used to hold gear).
The tub did not drain well and filled up while showering. Yuck. We left a note, but it wasn't fixed. We came back on our last day of skiing and our keys suddenly didn't work. We walked up to the office and they made us new ones. That same day we went to turn on the TV, and my husband found that the batteries had been removed from the remote. Weird. Pillows were very flat. Bed was ok if you like it firm.
I think that the price for those studios should be bargain basement because they are SO tiny! I guess if you MUST be across from the gondola, or aren't staying 4+ nights like we did, it's a pretty good deal.
Next time we'll be looking at Kingsbury Lodge on the Nevada side, where friends stayed for the same price with more space, or at Park Inn at Tahoe.

  • Stayed March 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 2 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Jacksonville
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Best place to stay in south Tahoe”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 February 2011
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person found this review helpful

Stayed for 1 week, couldn't have asked for a more convenient, comfortable, or friendly hotel. 1 min walk to gondola in ski boots, yummy donuts for breakfast every morning, great hot tubs, many good restaurants within walking distance. Looking forward to staying here next year.

  • Stayed February 2011
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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San Francisco, California
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Excellent stay”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 February 2011
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Great stay at this hotel. fantastic room price and the lobby has been renovated recently. Looks very nice and cozy. Will certainly come back, located across the Gondola, so much better than Marriott hotel across the street. The rooms are roomy and clean, has everything you need for a short term stay. Staff is very courteous and lift tickets are at a discounted price.

  • Stayed February 2011, travelled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Charlotte, North Carolina
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“Superb Location, rooms could use some work”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 January 2011
1
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My husband and I really enjoyed our stay at Stardust Lodge. It is seriously, right across the street from the Gondola- we walked everywhere. The staff was very nice as well. I do have to say, when we first walked into our room, we wanted to walk back out and go somewhere else. It was a lot smaller than we anticipated- and an oversized couch that looked like a health hazard took up too much room, especially when you have skis, snowboards, boots, etc. The murphy bed was actually quite comfortable and the kitchenette was nice to have to store food and drink. But it was just really really outdated. A new coat of paint and overall updating would go a long way. The lights took about 5 minutes to warm up before you could see anything at night. We probably would not stay here again if we went back, but for the price and location, we may give it a second thought. If they decide to renovate, we would definitely put it at the top of our list.

  • Stayed January 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 2 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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San Jose, California
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Wonderful!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 January 2011
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Care from reservations was so very helpful as well Jose in the office he went above and beyond to help us get exactly what we needed. They were so professional and helpful it really made our stay outstanding. The room was great completely remodeled and the bedrooms were very large. The beds were very comfortable and the linens were fresh and clean. The cleaning staff was amazing as well. The location of this Hotel is the absolute best location...right across from the Heavenly Gondola, near all major hotels and ski resorts. We will stay here again when we travel to South Lake Tahoe!

  • Stayed January 2011, travelled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Address: 4061 Lake Tahoe Blvd., South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
Price range (per night):* INR6,945 - 11,930

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