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Truckee Donner Lodge

2.5 star property
Truckee hotel in mountains

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Truckee Donner Lodge is a mountain retreat where you can unwind with a to-go breakfast and relax by the fireplace in the lobby. Take advantage of the spa tub, seasonal outdoor pool, laundry facilities, business center, luggage storage and multilingual staff that previous guests have praised for their helpfulness.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Business center
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff

Feel at home (6)

  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is CNY1,103
CNY1,249 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 28 - Jun 29

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Family Suite | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(113 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(62 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
10527 Cold Stream Rd, Truckee, CA, 96161

What's nearby

  • Donner Memorial State Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Emigrant Trail Museum - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Donner Lake - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • beach near Donner Pines Tract - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Coyote Moon Golf Course - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 7 min drive
  • Reno Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) - 40 min drive
  • Truckee Station - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Coffeebar Bakery - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪New Moon Natural Foods - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Truckee Donner Lodge

  • Truckee Donner Lodge puts you just a 5-minute drive from Donner Lake. Guests can enjoy the seasonal outdoor pool, and hiking/biking trails, kayaking, and mountain biking are nearby. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 65 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast each morning 6:30 AM–9:30 AM
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Traveling with children

  • Pool gate
  • Fence around the pool

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Ski lessons nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Working away

  • Business center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in common areas
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Roll-in shower
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Lever door handles
  • Phone accessibility kit

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Premium satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • A damage deposit of USD 100.00 will be collected before check-in
  • This property's damage deposit is payable via a secure link and is due within 24 hours after booking. Advance payment of the damage deposit is required to check in.

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from June 18 2026 to July 31 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • Swimming pool

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 10 per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • The seasonal pool is open from June to September

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

Donner Lodge
Donner Lodge Hotel
Donner Lodge Truckee
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Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Truckee Donner Lodge?

Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool will be unavailable from June 18 2026 to July 31 2026 (dates subject to change).

Are pets allowed at Truckee Donner Lodge?

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

Is parking offered on site at Truckee Donner Lodge?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Truckee Donner Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Truckee Donner Lodge 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. Truckee Donner Lodge also has a seasonal outdoor pool.

What's the area around Truckee Donner Lodge like?

Truckee Donner Lodge is a short 16-minute walk from Donner Lake and 16 minutes' walk from Emigrant Trail Museum. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.

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Reviews

Truckee Donner Lodge Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was plentiful, good, and yummy, with many guests praising its quality and convenience. (76 reviews)
  • The hot tub was a nice addition and a welcome feature for relaxation. (8 reviews)
  • The pool was a great feature, open late and enjoyed by guests after a long drive. (9 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Nice location. Rooms very comfortable and well cared for with bathroom fully stocked with
Peter, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Nice, clean no frills hotel. Great location next to Donner State Park, decent free breakfast. Room clean and quiet.
Wilson, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We really enjoyed our stay. The hot tub was a nice addition and the morning breakfast was just what I needed to get my day started beds were decent pillows were comfy. Would stay there again for sure.
Janelle, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel, clean and comfortable. Breakfast very good. Very nice employees. Not downtown but there is a FREE city bus every hour on the hour that stops across the street from hotel, (TART). No need for a car. Nice 3 block walk to Donner lake Museum, and 1.5 miles walk to Lake Donner. So beautiful.
Tomas, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

nice clean rooms, staff was very helpful,
Robert, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Clean, comfortable location.
Robert, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Breakfast was Spartan but still hot and delicious. Rooms were large. Bed was comfy. The hotel was quiet, for the most part, and the a/c worked great. I'd stay again!
John, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Basic lodging near Truckee, 24-hour coffee and an outdoor spa were nice perks. Staff was friendly and helpful. I'll be back.
Catherine, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The Internet was fast and easy to log into. Rooms are comfy and the breakfast tasted good.
Rudy, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great spacious rooms and beatiful location.
steve, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Location was convenient and easy to access. Room and lobby were clean and inviting. Veiw of the surrounding mountains and creek were very nice.
Amber, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Cleanliness and staff was very good and the closeness to Truckee and rte 80!was terrific
Barbara, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Centrally located to Northstar and Palisades, Lodge was very convenient and comfortable. Beds are good,lots of pillows, water fountains, free breakfasts, easy parking (free), nice staff, good AC/heater. This hotel is a good value vs. most other options in the area.
Daniel, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was nice, rooms were clean
Alicia, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The room was nic. The breakfast was great.
Kenneth, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The breakfast menu was ok, room was clean, staff was friendly. Internet was slow.
John, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

A dated, but very clean property. Close to Mountain Brew, new town Truckee and easy to get in and out of from highway. Staff were very pleasant and professional.
Terry, 1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Room was clean and comfortable. Breakfast was bad.
YOONMYUNG, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, clean room.
Thomas, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

4 nights verry clean nice and friendly staff.
Marisol, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Old school. Friendly. Good breakfast. Clean. Comfy.
Leah, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

I've stayed at this location several times and it's generally always great spot for convenience and affordability, definitely recommend!
Jose, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Nice clean room. Excellent breakfast.
Elaina, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff clean rooms awesome breakfast
Christopher, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Clean room. Helpful staff
James, 1-night trip