Bluebird Day Inn & Suites

City-center hotel within easy reach of Heavenly Gondola

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Living area | 42-inch LED TV with cable channels, TV - Bluebird Day Inn & Suites (South Lake Tahoe)

Family Room, Mountain View | Select Comfort beds, individually decorated, desk, blackout drapes - Bluebird Day Inn & Suites (South Lake Tahoe)

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Nestled near Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe, Bluebird Day Inn & Suites offers a refreshing retreat with a tranquil garden and laundry facilities. Connect to in-room WiFi, unwind on the terrace, or take advantage of concierge services - previous guests rave about the helpful staff.

Very good

Popular amenities

Laundry facilities
Air conditioning
Non-smoking
Free parking
Free WiFi

Main amenities (10)

Daily housekeeping
Near the beach
Beach towels
Terrace
Air conditioning
Garden
Vending machine
Self-serve laundry
Concierge services
Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

Children stay free
Microwave
Private bathroom
Premium TV channels
Garden
Terrace

$90 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 7 - Dec 8

Room options

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Tonight

Dec 5 - Dec 6

Tomorrow

Dec 6 - Dec 7

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 5 of 5 rooms

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Refrigerator

LED TV

Renovated in 2020

Select Comfort bed

Fan

20 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Very good

Highlights

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Refrigerator

LED TV

Renovated in 2020

Select Comfort bed

Fan

20 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Family Room, Mountain View

Very good

Highlights

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Refrigerator

LED TV

Renovated in 2020

Fan

Blackout drapes/curtains

18 sq m
1 bedroom
Mountain view
Sleeps 6
3 Queen Beds

Select Comfort beds, individually decorated, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Exceptional

Highlights

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Refrigerator

LED TV

Renovated in 2020

Select Comfort bed

Fan

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Good

Highlights

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Refrigerator

LED TV

Renovated in 2020

Select Comfort bed

Fan

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

3496 Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA, 96150

What's nearby

Ski Run Marina - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Campground by the Lake - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
El Dorado Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
South Lake Tahoe Ice Arena - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Heavenly Gondola - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL) - 11 min drive
Reno Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) - 63 min drive
Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
‪Heidi's Pancake House - ‬1 min walk
‪The Red Hut Café - ‬9 min walk
‪Riva Grill - ‬9 min walk
‪Artemis Lakefront Cafe - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Bluebird Day Inn & Suites

At Bluebird Day Inn & Suites, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Heavenly Ski Resort 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. A terrace and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 25 rooms
- Arranged over 1 level

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
- Contactless check-in available
- Express check-out available
- Early check-in subject to availability
- Late check-in subject to availability
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Check-out time is 11:00 AM
- Contactless check-out available
- Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

- The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Front desk staffed during limited hours
- If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
- Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 18
- Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21

Children

- One child (10 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

- Pets not allowed
- Service animals welcome

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

- Free onsite self parking
- Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site

Other information

- Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Traveling with children

Children stay free (see details)

What to do

Beach nearby
Bicycle rentals nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Ski lessons nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Scooter/moped rentals nearby
Segway rentals/tours nearby

Services

Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Laundry facilities
Beach towels

Facilities

1 building/tower
Built in 1970
Garden
Terrace

Accessibility

Braille/raised signage
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Closed captioned TV
Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

42-inch LED TV
Premium cable channels

Home comfort

Air conditioning and heating
Fan
Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

Blackout drapes/curtains
Alarm clock
Select Comfort mattress
Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

Individually decorated

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels

Stay connected

Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls

Food and drink

Refrigerator
Microwave

More

Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

Deposit: USD 150.0 per accommodation, per stay

Optional extras

Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector 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. Cash is not accepted.

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

Budget South Lake Tahoe

Budget Inn Lake Tahoe

Budget Inn South Lake Tahoe CA

Budget Inn South Lake Tahoe Hotel Lake Tahoe (California)

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Bluebird Day Inn & Suites?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Bluebird Day Inn & Suites?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Bluebird Day Inn & Suites?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Bluebird Day Inn & Suites?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe (3-min drive) and Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe Casino (3-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Bluebird Day Inn & Suites and nearby?

Have fun with nearby winter activities like cross-country skiing, snowboarding, and sledding, and in warmer months enjoy a round of golf at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes casino gaming, spelunking, and segway rentals. Bluebird Day Inn & Suites also has a garden.

What's the area around Bluebird Day Inn & Suites like?

Bluebird Day Inn & Suites is in the heart of South Lake Tahoe, a short 9-minute walk from Ski Run Marina and 17 minutes' walk from South Lake Tahoe Ice Arena.

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Bluebird Day Inn & Suites Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

7.0

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

7.6

Eco-friendliness

7.2

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

The property is within walking distance to a beautiful beach. (5 reviews)

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Microwave

10/10 Exceptional

Nov 13, 2025

Clean and cute. Great location and very attentive staff.

Kristynn, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 8, 2025

Wonderful stay

Kim, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 25, 2025

I loved the location. Super close to the SafeWay.

Vincent B, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Aug 15, 2025

Sep 2, 2025

May 5, 2025

Cute motor inn, close to the lake!

Great communications, helpful staff, fairly nice room. The proximity to the Lake is amazing (1.5 blocks).

Shamun, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Apr 20, 2025

Excellent service, love the personal touches, bed EXTREMELY comfortable

Casey, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

May 27, 2025

Convenient places

Mauricio, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 7, 2025

Very good stop on our tour. Very comfy beds, and nicely refurbished. Would highly recommend. Make sure to follow their strict instructions about check-in as the keys are placed in a lock box.

Kathy, 1-night trip