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Clair Tappaan Lodge

1.0 star property
Ski-in/ski-out hostel with ski storage, near Donner Ski Ranch

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Nestled near Boreal Mountain Resort, Clair Tappaan Lodge offers a haven of mountain charm. Roast marshmallows at the firepit, explore the library or take advantage of laundry facilities after a day on the slopes.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Ski facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Breakfast available
  • Ski rentals
  • Ski storage
  • Library
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Communal living room
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Gift shops/newsstands

Feel at home (5)

  • Laundry facilities
  • Free self parking
  • Children's games
  • Art supplies
  • Musical instruments
The current price is CNY611
CNY909 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 6 - Jun 7

Room options

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Men Only - 12 Bed Bunk Style Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Men Only - 12 Bed Bunk Style Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 10
  • 10 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Women Only - 18 Bed Bunk Style Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Women Only - 18 Bed Bunk Style Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 18
  • 18 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for 6 Bed Bunk Style Room

6 Bed Bunk Style Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

6 Bed Bunk Style Room

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Private Efficiency Style Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Efficiency Style Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 16 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for 10 Bed Bunk Style Room

10 Bed Bunk Style Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

10 Bed Bunk Style Room

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 10
  • 10 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for 12 Bed Bunk Style Room

12 Bed Bunk Style Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

12 Bed Bunk Style Room

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 12
  • 12 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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8 Bed Bunk Style Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

8 Bed Bunk Style Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for 5 Bed Bunk Style Room

5 Bed Bunk Style Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

5 Bed Bunk Style Room

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Hutchinson Lodge

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 20
  • 20 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
19940 Donner Pass Rd, Soda Springs, CA, 95728

What's nearby

  • Sugar Bowl - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Soda Springs - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Donner Ski Ranch - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Royal Gorge Cross Country Ski Resort - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Sugar Bowl Resort - 5 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

  • Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 22 min drive
  • Reno Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) - 56 min drive
  • Truckee Station - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Upper Deck Bar (at Boreal) - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪For Real Dough - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Village Espresso - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Donner Lake Kitchen - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Pub At Donner Lake - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Clair Tappaan Lodge

  • With ski-in/ski-out access, Clair Tappaan Lodge allows you more time for sledding, plus you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Donner Ski Ranch and Soda Springs. Free perks like WiFi and self parking mean guests have more money for fun in the snow. Also, Sugar Bowl and Boreal Mountain Resort are within a short drive. Skiers will appreciate access to ski storage and rentals.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 28 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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 21
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Children's games
  • Art supplies
  • Children's books
  • Musical instruments

What to do

  • Sledding
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Ice skating nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Wedding services
  • Ski equipment rentals
  • Ski storage
  • Snow sports gear

Facilities

  • Library
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Communal living room
  • Lockers available
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Ski

  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Ski storage
  • Ski rentals
  • Snowshoeing
  • Ski lifts nearby
  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Laundry detergent

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 20 to 52 for adults, and USD 5 to 20 for children

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, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting on site.

This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

Clair Tappaan Soda Springs

Clair Tappaan Lodge Soda Springs

Clair Tappaan Lodge Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Clair Tappaan Lodge Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Soda Springs

Frequently asked questions

Does Clair Tappaan Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Clair Tappaan Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Clair Tappaan Lodge?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Clair Tappaan Lodge?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Clair Tappaan Lodge?

You can check in starting at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at Clair Tappaan Lodge and nearby?

Have fun with onsite winter activities like snowshoeing, sledding, and skiing.

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Reviews

Clair Tappaan Lodge Reviews

7.6

Good

8.4

Cleanliness

7.4

Amenities

8.4

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Nice location and historic lodge. The staff was very accommodating.
Brent, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Rustic gem, staff super accommodating.
Ms. Grisel, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very good accommodation! Great staff especially Juan. He is very nice! Making you feel at home! The rest room and bedroom are clean. Breakfast is super delicious and the price is very affordable plus you can eat all you can. They have many choices on breakfast. Highly recommended!
Efficiency private room
Nedina, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing experience. Very clean. Nice
Rebecca, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was very accommodating given our last minute stay due to weather conditions.
Quang, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Claire Tappen is a gem - for those seeking respite from the craziness of our busy world, community, beauty, quiet...
connie, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Wonderful lodge - can be totally empty off season

I was not expecting to see not a single soul during my entire stay. If I appreciate the simple check in process, it would have been nice to get a real person to talk to get the basic infos on the way around. It was off season and I enjoyed the surrounding, the coziness of the main rooms and the quality of the prestation. But alone in the unheated building was a very awkward feeling. Think of bringing a lighter to start a fire if you’re on your own 😃
Benedicte, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderfol spot located in Soda Springs' CA. Large commons room, quite library, various accommodation options. Affordable. Excellent hiking or skiing right out the front door. Meals are freshly cooked and accommodate dietary needs. Meal plan is extra, ask for meal plan if its not offered. Remember to take your own bedding. Pillows are provided. Wonderful place to create memories.
Katrina, 2-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

The staff was friendly. Rooms were clean and the library was cozy. The games and game room were in terrible condition. Everything was unusable or broken or missing pieces. Also, the food was a bit disappointing. We paid $40 a person for 1 breakfast and one lunch. Breakfast was a limited amount of scrambled eggs, plain hasbrowns, and sausages. Lunch was make your own PBJ. Unfortunately there is only a microwave available to guests so bringing your own food is difficult. And if you want dinner, make sure to order when you book reservation as they didn’t accommodate us as we arrived too late to add on site (something they advertised as an option online).
Sam, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Charming location and setup
Matthew, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Incredible experience! Go in with an open mind because this kind of place is not for people that want plush comforts. This is more like summer camp but the staff was awesome and the space is beautiful! Sitting by the fire in the great room is the best.
Thomas, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

This place was super cute! A great place to stop in for a night
Aryanna, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great place!
Manuel, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

This isn’t your typical hotel experience. The lodge is centered around communal spaces where guests can connect, meet new people, and spend time with other families and kids. Unfortunately, we visited during a severe snowstorm, so we weren’t able to ski and had to leave a day early to avoid getting stranded. Despite that, the lodge has a beautiful Western look and feel that adds to its charm. If you’re open to a simple but solid stay with a strong sense of community, you’ll likely enjoy it.
Yasuko, 2-night trip
Verified

2/10 Poor

This lodge doesn’t have proper descriptions about the room and stay. I wasn’t expecting to share room with bunch of other people. I ended up not staying there and booked a hotel in Reno instead.
Sujan, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Yes, all good
EDDIE, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Very quiet
Goya, 1-night trip
Verified

2/10 Poor

I had no idea when booking this place that there wouldn't be any heat in the (closet-sized) bedroom. There wasn't even a source of heat in the bedroom. There seemed to be a heater in the hallway, but that did nothing to warm the bedroom. And the hallway heater appeared to be off all night. I was freezing despite two sleeping bags and left after one night, not wanting to freeze for two nights in a row. This place might be okay in the summer but definitely not in the winter in the mountains!
Jennifer, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

You can pay for the breakfast meal that’s served at 8 a.m. If you miss it, then you can make your own sandwich after 9 a.m. Laundry is available for free and communal areas are spacious and inviting.
Robert, 1-night trip
Verified

2/10 Poor

The heater on the second floor was extremely disruptive. Its turbine fan produced terrifying noise starting around 2:00 a.m., intermediately, waking everyone and keeping me awake for the rest of the night. As a result, I was unable to get adequate rest, which created a safety concern due to fatigue while driving the following day.
Chi-Wen, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great
Daniel, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Decline
Glenda, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

It did the job.
Daniel, 1-night trip
Verified

2/10 Poor

Misleading no sheets provides. Not willing to help.
Preston, 1-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

I was sad to return to Clair Tappaan after many years of visiting throughout my childhood. The facility was still beautiful, but advertised amenities such as the hot tub and kitchen are no longer available. The meals are expensive and meh.
Tessa, 1-night trip