1 large double bed
Queen Room
21.74 m²
Boasting free Wi-Fi and cable TV, this room is equipped with tea and coffee-making facilities, a fridge and microwave.
Overview
Highlights, description and the facilities guests use most.
- Front desk [24-hour]
- Free Parking
- Located in heart of South Lake Tahoe
- Great for activities
About Thunderchief Inn South Lake Tahoe
This South Lake Tahoe, California motel is a 6-minute walk from Heavenly Mountain Ski Resort. Thunderchief Inn offers free Wi-Fi and spacious guest rooms with cable TV with HBO.
Top Amenities
- Casino
- Free parking
- Free Wi-Fi
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Boasting free Wi-Fi and cable TV, this room is equipped with tea and coffee-making facilities, a fridge and microwave.
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Thunderchief Inn at a glance
Location, travel times, listing details and guest feedback
Thunderchief Inn is in Bijou, outside South Lake Tahoe's center, on 1008 Echo Road. Lake Tahoe Airport (TVL) is a short drive without traffic. South Lake Tahoe's city center is also a short drive without traffic.
What guests say
Summary of recent guest reviews
Guests mentioned walking to restaurants and attractions nearby.
Often praised
- Convenient location
- Nearby restaurants
- Nearby attractions
- Some guests liked the beds
Quick facts
- Airport
- Lake Tahoe Airport (TVL): 6.6 mi by road, about 10 min by car without traffic (route computed 28 Oct 2026)
- City center
- 2.7 mi by road, about 3 min by car without traffic (route computed 28 Oct 2026)
Services & Facilities
24 amenities in 9 categories.
Activities
7 items
- Fishing
- Bowling
- Horse riding
- Cycling
- Golf course (within 1.9 mi)
- Skiing
- Hiking
Business Facilities
1 item
- Fax/photocopying
Entertainment & Family Services
1 item
- Casino
Front Desk Services
2 items
- Express check-in/check-out
- 24-hour front desk
General
3 items
- Parking on site
- Parking
- Free parking
Miscellaneous
5 items
- Designated smoking area
- Non-smoking rooms
- Non-smoking throughout
- Family rooms
- Heating
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Safety & security
1 item
- Smoke alarms
Services
3 items
- Internet services
- Free WiFi
- WiFi
Transportation
1 item
- Accessible parking
Policies
Check-in, check-out and house rules.
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Check-in15:00to 23:00
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Check-out11:00
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Front desk [24-hour]
FAQs about Thunderchief Inn South Lake Tahoe
What bed setups can families or groups find at Thunderchief Inn?
Some rooms have two queen beds. Other rooms have three queen beds.
What can I find in the rooms near South Lake Tahoe?
Every room has a fridge and a microwave. Each room also has a balcony.
What do guests like about Thunderchief Inn?
Guests often praise the location. Some guests mention nearby restaurants and attractions.
Guest Score and Reviews
Loved by Guests, Trusted for Excellence
O
V. good
Ochoa
Sep 11, 2026
Very good
M
Good
Mulvihill
Aug 20, 2026
Bad
J
V. good
Julio
Jul 30, 2026
Liked: That’s in the middle of everything Disliked: Dirty beds, dirty bathroom, and the smell bad the whole room
L
Superb
Lyle
Jun 30, 2026
recommend Thunderbolt Inn to friends Liked: we enjoyed are stay and appreciate local proximity Disliked: n/a
B
V. good
Brian
Feb 17, 2026
Bed was old. Had to sleep in the middle of the queen bed because of the body shadows on the left and right. I will defi
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Kalani's
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Gunbarrel Tavern & Eatery
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Toulouse
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