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Budget INN At The Heavenly Gondola, 966 La Salle Street, South Lake Tahoe, CA -(888) 420-1657
Area: South Lake Tahoe CA
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HOTEL RATING: 
PLEASANT
3.45 out of 5 (587 Ratings)
0.6 miles Tahoe Blue Event Center
v4 mins driving
t13 mins walking
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The Spotlight on Budget INN At The Heavenly Gondola

Affordable Comfort Steps from Heavenly Village and Tahoe's Concert Scene

Just 650 feet from the Heavenly Gondola and a short stroll to Harrah's, Harvey's, and Hard Rock casinos, the Budget INN At The Heavenly Gondola is a classic, no-frills motel in the heart of South Lake Tahoe. With cozy rooms featuring microwaves, mini-fridges, and free HBO, it's a convenient spot for travelers looking to catch a show and crash somewhere clean, comfy, and close to the action.

Why Concert-goers love it

This motel is a 5-minute walk to top casino venues and live music hotspots, making it easy to catch a show without dealing with rideshares or traffic. Guests love the quiet nighttime atmosphere despite its central location. The 3:00 PM check-in and 11:00 AM check-out times are perfectly reasonable for post-concert sleep-ins, and the free lobby coffee helps kickstart your recovery day.

Who this Hotel is great for

  • Groups of friends who want walkable nightlife and budget-friendly lodging
  • Solo travelers attending a dream concert or festival
  • Couples making a weekend getaway with music and mountain views
  • Fans seeking quiet after a loud night out
  • Budget-conscious music lovers who want to spend on tickets, not lodging

Food and Drink Options

While there's no on-site restaurant, you're minutes away from local favorites like Base Camp Pizza and Azul Latin Kitchen. Many eateries stay open late, perfect for post-show munchies. No room service, but every room comes with a microwave and fridge for midnight snacks. Grab free fresh coffee in the lobby each morning after a late night.

Nightlife Options

With major casinos like Harrah’s, Harvey’s, and Hard Rock just a short walk away, you’ll have access to bars, lounges, and live music stages. Whether you're in the mood for a DJ set or a mellow cocktail, it's all nearby. No bar on-site, but you won't need one.

What People Say

Guests love the central location, especially being able to walk to shows, restaurants, and the lake. Reviews often mention the friendly staff, clean rooms, and great value for money. Many say it's their go-to spot for concert weekends in Tahoe.

Areas for Improvement

The motel is older, so don’t expect trendy decor or luxury finishes. Some guests mention the rooms are a bit dated, and there's no air conditioning, which might be noticeable in summer. But for the price and location, most find it more than fair.

The Bottom Line

A wallet-friendly, walk-everywhere motel that puts concert-goers right in the heart of South Lake Tahoe’s entertainment district.
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Free Internet
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Free Parking
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Airport Shuttle
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Non Smoking
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Free Breakfast
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Swimming Pool
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Fitness Center
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Other Amenities
` Casino
` Free Parking
` Garden
` Golf Course
` Skiing
` 24-Hour Front Desk
` Express Check-In/Check-Out
` Elevator
` Coffee shop
` Water sports
` Nightclub/DJ
` Fishing
` Darts
` Canoeing
` Hiking
` Bowling
` Diving
` Mini golf
` Ski school
` Private check-in/check-out
` Wheelchair accessible
` On-site parking
` kitchenware
` 24-hour security
` Boating
` Concierge services
` Free Wi-Fi
` Horseback Riding
` Off-Site parking
` Private Beach
` Snorkeling
` Wind Surfing
` Daily Housekeeping
` English
` Non-Smoking Rooms Available
` gift/souvenir shop
` taxi service
` ski equipment rentals
` ski lessons
` Shops on site
` Electric vehicle charging station
` Exterior Corridor
` Pub crawls
` Smoke alarms
` Fire extinguishers
` Bicycle parking
` Guests can opt-out of daily cleaning service
` Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
` Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
` First aid kit available
` Cashless payment available
` Mobile app for room service
` Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
` Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
` Invoices
` Access to health care professionals
` Staff trained in safety protocol
` Temperature check for guests and staff
` Free face masks
` Ticket services
` Contactless check-in/out
` Food delivery
` Car rental available
` CCTV security in common areas
` Daily disinfection
` Entertainment services
` Facilities for disabled guests available
` Luggage storage & lockers
` Non-smoking property
` Safety chain and/or latch on doors available
` Soundproof rooms available
` Tennis court & equipment
` Tour services
` Physical/social distancing guidelines
` Protective screen or physical barriers in appropriate areas
` Individually-wrapped food options
` Heating in public area
` Cleaning products available
` Airport shuttle (charges may apply)
` Bicycle rental (charges may apply)
` Shuttle service (charges may apply)

Budget INN At The Heavenly Gondola Guest Reviews

Overall Average Score: 
Pleasant (3.45 out of 5)

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3.5

Good - 3.5 out of 5

Patrick Sat, 14 June 2025

Good

Liked: This place is nothing fancy. It is clean, the people are nice, and the location is the best. Do not expect 5 star, or fancy. But relatively clean, warm, easy, good price, great location, it checks all those boxes.

4.5

Wonderful - 4.5 out of 5

Troy Fri, 13 June 2025

Superb

4

Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Sandra Mon, 9 June 2025

Comfortable, clean, no frills place....

Liked: It was clean and location was great. Bed was comfortable.
Disliked: The room I had wasn’t really being enough to have two queens, but they squeezed them in. You barely had room to walk past the second bed but you could walk by to get to the bathroom. The fridge fan rattled so loud that I had to unplug it to even relax. It is a bare minimum place, but very clean. For the cost, it worked.

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Alona Thu, 5 June 2025

Please add shampoo and soap,...

Liked: The hotel is located in the very center, and the staff is polite. The area around the hotel is quiet and peaceful. The room had hot water, an iron, and a hairdryer.
Disliked: The bed was dirty and covered in stains. I believe the hotel owner could afford to provide proper clean bedding. There was dust on the bedside tables and lamps. Everything else was clean and had no unpleasant odors.

4

Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Katie Thu, 29 May 2025

Great location. The staff/owners are...

Liked: Comfy beds. Clean room and bedding. Friendly staff. Great location.
Disliked: The shower water pressure was pretty low. That’s really the only complaint we had.

3.5

Good - 3.5 out of 5

Chris Tue, 27 May 2025

Good

Liked: Great location and value. Great staff as well
Disliked: There were ants near the sink area

4

Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Robin Mon, 26 May 2025

Very good

Liked: Check in was a breeze and the owner was very nice. Bed was comfy, we slept so good. It was also very quiet. So close to everything at Stateline so we were able to walk to everything! Also got a voucher for $5 entry for lakeside beach (entry is $20 without that) per person!! Waking distance to there too!

4.5

Wonderful - 4.5 out of 5

Broom Sun, 18 May 2025

Middle of town location

Liked: Location was great Beds Quietness
Disliked: Lights through curtain

4

Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Shannon Sat, 10 May 2025

Super comfortable and quiet.

Liked: Location
Disliked: No hot tub

4

Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Gonzalo Thu, 1 May 2025

Very good

Liked: Good location

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Budget INN At The Heavenly Gondola 966 La Salle Street, South Lake Tahoe, CA