The Pool was closed by the health inspector. That's where it all begins. Peeling paint, dirty carpets, rude staff.

Well, you can guess from the price this isn't going to meet your expectations. But, there are things beyond just being a cheap beat up... well... hotel, I guess? First floor is actually half basement, and you will see bottom of the parking lot from your window, it also obstructs much of the light. But - there is more fun - marijuana smell in the hallways. Second floor - if you are LUCKY to ask for it and get it (because they try to cramp everybody in the first floor rooms), is almost as smelly, not much more light, pretty much everything is broken - lamps, TV remotes, etc., and you can here your neighbors TV even on the low volume. I have to constitute though that sheets were clean.

We just returned to the Bay area from a weekend stay at Tahoe's north shore. If you look for a budget hotel that's right at the Nevada border (across from CalNeva hotel), then this is the place to stay. There are rates starting at 39 dollars, but don't expect Hyatt Hotel type accomodations at that price. You'll get the old (50's) building and those rooms do show signs of wear. But don't complain, when the average price at a north shore hotel is in the low $ 100's ... go stay at the Cottage Inn on the west shore ... $180 is the lowest rate there.
Here's a hint for a more experienced (and intelligent) traveler:

At Tahoe Inn, always ask for the "East Wing" .... it's modern and clean, sits back from the street amidst the trees. At 54 Dollars it's a very fair price and includes free Wi-Fi, a nice size TV with a great picture and a wonderful in-tub shower with a large bathroom sink to easily store the grooming supplies of two people.

There you have it ... and quit complaining ... The ladies at the front desk are wonderful.

Jerry

Reserved a "queen superior room" and upon arrival the toilet was non-functional, not to mention the room was awful. When I went to the check-in desk to notify them about the toilet, I was told that this toilet had apparently been in disrepair for at least a week. We were switched rooms and ended up in a room facing the road. Nice enough view however, there is a steady stream of traffic all night and the sound kept me up. Terrible bed - was like sleeping on the floor (though with the odor in both rooms I wouldn't recommend sleeping there either). While the hotel is listed as a hotel you can bring your pet to, I would not call it "pet friendly" as there is a rule that you cannot leave your pet unattended AT ALL. So, unless you have plans that include your pet 24/7, I would not bring your pet to this hotel.