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A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a reception area with a counter and pendant lighting.

1. Truckee Donner Lodge

Truckee Donner Lodge
2.5 star property
3.6 km from Southside Highlands
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,023 reviews)
"Nice place"
United States
Robert
The price is β‚©175,327
β‚©199,872 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Truckee Donner Lodge
A modern log cabin with a large porch, surrounded by tall trees.

2. Donner Lake Inn

Donner Lake Inn
2.0 star property
1.7 km from Southside Highlands
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (80 reviews)
"Our stay was really great. Location is perfect, just by the lake. Our room was great and had everything we needed. The breakfast was amazing and diverse. Tysm!"
United States
ohad
The price is β‚©230,585
β‚©262,868 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Donner Lake Inn
A restaurant with a stone wall, wooden ceiling, and a fireplace. There are tables and chairs, and a television is mounted on the wall.

3. The Inn at Truckee

The Inn at Truckee
2.0 star property
5.1 km from Southside Highlands
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,018 reviews)
"Great hotel - good value. Clean rooms and great staff."
United States
Evelyn
The price is β‚©185,275
β‚©222,239 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
The Inn at Truckee
An outdoor patio with a stone fire pit, seating, and a view of the building's interior.

4. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Truckee Lake Tahoe

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Truckee Lake Tahoe
2.5 star property
8.3 km from Southside Highlands
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (961 reviews)
"Breakfast and Dori( Front Desk) were a highlight."
United States
Terri
The price is β‚©278,369
β‚©317,884 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Truckee Lake Tahoe
A wooden lodge with a covered porch and a stone pathway leading to the entrance.

5. Gravity Haus Truckee-Tahoe

Gravity Haus Truckee-Tahoe
4.0 star property
8.7 km from Southside Highlands
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,010 reviews)
"Great place to stay and wonderful front desk staff!"
United States
Manuel
The price is β‚©199,825
β‚©241,889 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Gravity Haus Truckee-Tahoe
A hotel entrance with a covered patio, outdoor seating, and a sign advertising 'Best Western PLUS'.

6. Best Western Plus Truckee-Tahoe Hotel

Best Western Plus Truckee-Tahoe Hotel
2.5 star property
9.3 km from Southside Highlands
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"The pools"
United States
David
The price is β‚©210,213
β‚©240,052 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Best Western Plus Truckee-Tahoe Hotel
A view from a balcony overlooking a parking lot, a row of houses, and a body of water with mountains in the distance.

7. Pepper Tree Inn

Pepper Tree Inn
3.0 star property
19.7 km from Southside Highlands
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,028 reviews)
"Great location and excellent view of the lake from 4th floor. Beds are very very hard."
United States
Kathleen
The price is β‚©151,495
β‚©169,967 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Pepper Tree Inn
A mountain lodge with a steep roof, surrounded by autumn foliage and a rocky mountain backdrop.

8. Olympic Village Inn

Olympic Village Inn
3.0 star property
13.3 km from Southside Highlands
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (500 reviews)
"When you looking for a place to have a calm and peaceful this is definitely the place amazing view clean place friendly staff very happy we will be back."
United States
Leocadio de
The price is β‚©136,780
β‚©208,286 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Olympic Village Inn
A modern living room with leather sofas, a fireplace, and a television.

9. Basecamp Tahoe City

Basecamp Tahoe City
3.0 star property
19.6 km from Southside Highlands
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (953 reviews)
"Great to have walking access to town and the lake."
United States
Cory
The price is β‚©186,999
β‚©209,804 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Basecamp Tahoe City
A hot tub surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas, with a pool in the background.

10. Martis Valley Lodge, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Martis Valley Lodge, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
10.1 km from Southside Highlands
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (908 reviews)
"Great"
United States
SULTAN
The price is β‚©214,648
β‚©245,117 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Martis Valley Lodge, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
A snow-covered building with multiple balconies and a lit entrance.

11. The Village at Palisades Tahoe

The Village at Palisades Tahoe
4.0 star property
13.8 km from Southside Highlands
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,013 reviews)
"Love the convenience and shops around the property."
United States
Juan
The price is β‚©150,597
β‚©250,291 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
The Village at Palisades Tahoe
A cabin with a sloped roof, surrounded by dense forest and a mountain backdrop.

12. Stevenson's Inn

Stevenson's Inn
2.0 star property
23.6 km from Southside Highlands
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"The staff was very friendly and I enjoyed my stay."
United States
Chase W
The price is β‚©133,370
β‚©149,374 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Stevenson's Inn
A sauna with wooden walls and benches.

13. Red Wolf Lodge at Olympic Valley

Red Wolf Lodge at Olympic Valley
3.0 star property
13.9 km from Southside Highlands
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (637 reviews)
"We really enjoyed it here and will definitely be back!"
United States
Charisse
The price is β‚©152,928
β‚©220,227 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Red Wolf Lodge at Olympic Valley
A multi-story building with outdoor seating areas, including wicker furniture and umbrellas, surrounded by trees.

14. Granlibakken Tahoe

Granlibakken Tahoe
3.0 star property
20.4 km from Southside Highlands
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (997 reviews)
"The staff was very friendly and helpful during our stay. We enjoyed our stay."
United States
Ronald
The price is β‚©240,898
β‚©269,806 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Granlibakken Tahoe
A lodge with a stone facade, wooden porch, and a view of a lake at dusk.

15. Firelite Lodge

Firelite Lodge
3.0 star property
21 km from Southside Highlands
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (662 reviews)
"Fantastic"
United States
Kirandeep
The price is β‚©124,157
β‚©155,488 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Firelite Lodge
A two-story building with a dark facade and white trim, featuring a balcony with a metal railing and a decorative metal bench. The number "10101" is displayed on the front door.

16. West River House

West River House
2.0 star property
Downtown Truckee, 7.3 km from Southside Highlands
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (245 reviews)
"This place was great."
United States
Veronika
The price is β‚©127,703
β‚©145,581 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
West River House
A wooden dock extending into a calm lake with snow on the ground and mountains in the background.

17. Sunnyside Restaurant & Lodge

Sunnyside Restaurant & Lodge
3.0 star property
22.2 km from Southside Highlands
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (644 reviews)
"Well it was an amazing stay. EXCEPT for when I went to order food on the Friday night that arrived and NOBODY could help me. Other than that the rooms were great JOSEPH at the front desk was a delight!"
United States
Susan
The price is β‚©413,104
β‚©483,401 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 17 - Sep 18
Sunnyside Restaurant & Lodge
A view through a glass door with a fire feature and wicker hanging chairs.

18. evo Hotel Tahoe City

evo Hotel Tahoe City
4.0 star property
19.7 km from Southside Highlands
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (457 reviews)
"Best location and loved relaxing on the decks watching the water"
United States
Jessica
The price is β‚©192,741
β‚©216,246 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
evo Hotel Tahoe City
A beachside seating area with lounge chairs, a wooden deck, and a view of the sea and boats.

19. Red Wolf Lakeside Lodge

Red Wolf Lakeside Lodge
2.5 star property
21.9 km from Southside Highlands
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (439 reviews)
"It's a very nice well kept resort for the space. It has used very well."
United States
Andrew
The price is β‚©162,595
β‚©235,183 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Red Wolf Lakeside Lodge
A wooden sign for Bolder House Boutique Lodging with a brick facade and a thatched roof.

20. Border House at Crystal Bay Casino

Border House at Crystal Bay Casino
3.0 star property
24.9 km from Southside Highlands
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (390 reviews)
"Always a great stay if you’re in the area for a concert. Not much within walking distance until the boarding properties are complete."
United States
Jon
The price is β‚©284,752
β‚©324,533 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Border House at Crystal Bay Casino
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Where to stay in Southside Highlands

Find the best Southside Highlands areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A calm lake with two paddleboarders, surrounded by snow-capped mountains and dense forest.

Northstar

While visiting Northstar, you might make a stop by sights like Northstar Golf Course and Northstar California Resort.

A wooden cabin with a wooden deck overlooking a forested valley and a lake.

Northstar Village

If you're spending some time in Northstar Village, Northstar California Resort and Big Springs Express Gondola are top sights worth seeing.

A snow-covered building with a sign reading "Apparel & Home" and another sign indicating "Tahoe University".

Downtown Truckee

If you're spending some time in Downtown Truckee, Truckee River and Commercial Row are top sights worth seeing.

A snow-covered mountain landscape with a winding road, a lake, and dense forests.

Ponderosa Palisades

Though Ponderosa Palisades might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Commercial Row and Rocking Stone Tower.

Top Southside Highlands Hotel Reviews

Cedar Glen Lodge

Cedar Glen Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"We stayed in #28 & it was very nice. The complex of apartments & cabins is very well kept & quiet. We hope to come back but try & stay in a 1st floor apartment. Staff was very helpful."
Daniel 2-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Cedar Glen Lodge

Frequently asked questions

What is Southside Highlands like?
You'll be sure to have fun visiting Truckee's Southside Highlands neighborhood. Consider a visit to Donner Lake as part of your Southside Highlands travel plans.
How many hotels should I expect to find in Southside Highlands?
With 14 Expedia hotels and other accommodations in Southside Highlands to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater Truckee area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Southside Highlands, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer in Southside Highlands.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Southside Highlands?
To find more details about updating your trip to Southside Highlands or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.
What is there to do in this Truckee neighborhood?
Donner Lake is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Southside Highlands. When you're sightseeing in Truckee, Donner Memorial State Park and West End Beach are also worth a stop.