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River Ranch Lodge & Restaurant

2.5 star property
A peaceful mountain escape where travelers can unwind with stunning natural views, hassle-free parking, and thoughtful services just steps away

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River Ranch Lodge & Restaurant near Palisades Tahoe offers a quiet retreat with a scenic terrace and WiFi in every room. Enjoy satisfying meals at the restaurant and unwind with an evening drink at the bar after a day outdoors.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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A cozy room with a wooden bed, a desk, and a chair. There's a painting on the wall and a lamp on the desk.

Basic Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden chair, a lamp, and a 'Welcome' sign.

Basic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi
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About the neighborhood

Located in Olympic Valley, River Ranch Lodge & Restaurant is in the mountains and on the waterfront. The Links at Everline Golf Course and Palisades Tahoe are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Donner Lake. Granlibakken Resort Ski Area and Tahoe Cross Country Ski Area are two other places to visit that come recommended. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and downhill skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as sledding and snowshoeing. Visit our Olympic Valley travel guide
Map
2285 River Road, Olympic Valley, CA, 96145

What's nearby

  • A snow-covered mountain landscape with pine trees and a clear blue sky.
    Palisades Tahoe
    10 min drive - 7.5 km
  • A mountain landscape with a bridge, a lake, and a sunset.
    Donner Lake
    19 min drive - 26.0 km
  • A multi-story building with a ski lodge in the background.
    Northstar California Resort
    33 min drive - 39.9 km
  • beach near Alpine Springs Community Park
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • North Tahoe Regional Park
    2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Truckee Station
    14 min drive
  • Reno Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO)
    52 min drive

Restaurants

  • Coffeebar
    7 min drive
  • KT Base Bar
    9 min drive
  • Rocker
    7 min drive
  • Olympic House
    9 min drive
  • Auld Dubliner Tahoe
    7 min drive

About this property

River Ranch Lodge & Restaurant

  • Hotel near The Links at Everline Golf Course
  • Located close to Palisades Tahoe, River Ranch Lodge & Restaurant provides a terrace, a bar, and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks at this hotel include:
    • Free self parking
    • Express check-out, wedding services, and luggage storage
    • A TV in the lobby and smoke-free premises
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have amenities such as free WiFi.
  • More amenities include:
    • Heating and portable fans
    • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
    • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
    • Wardrobes/closets, mini fridges, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Ski equipment rentals
  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Portable fan
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between October 28 and November 19.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Frequently asked questions

Is River Ranch Lodge & Restaurant pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at River Ranch Lodge & Restaurant?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at River Ranch Lodge & Restaurant?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is River Ranch Lodge & Restaurant located?

Situated on the riverwalk, this hotel is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from The Links at Everline Golf Course and within 6 mi (10 km) of Palisades Tahoe and Granlibakken Resort Ski Area. Tahoe Cross Country Ski Area and Homewood Mountain Resort are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

River Ranch Lodge & Restaurant Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

8.8

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 198 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 65 out of 198 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 198 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 198 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 198 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashlirae

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and accommodating. Very quick and easy drive to Palisades. Food at the restaurant was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Having the Truckee River right outside of your room was wonderful. Really enjoyed sitting on the balcony and have breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Cozy and rustic

The location is good just 10 min away from alpine meadows. It is a beautiful view of the river from the room. The room was smaller than it looked in the picture and bathroom was outdated but all functional and rustic feeling to it. I have no complain for good price I paid. Grab and go breakfast was really good and highly appreciated it before hitting the slopes. We dined at the restaurant too. It was a good experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great environment and lovely staffs
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was very friendly and the bar/restaurant staff were very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gustavo

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, nice staff; clean, spacious room. Location on the Truckee River with bike/jogging path; awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My room over looks the river it was just perfect what I needed to rest and not difficult to get to the ski lifts can take Tart or Mountaineer free transportation. I will definitely stay here again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had a wonderful dinner in the hotel restaurant by the Truckee River. Room was up to date and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay, our balcony overlooked the Truckee River. A screen was needed for the bathroom window.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Bethsy L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Great view

Great place with a great view. Unfortunately it did only have a portable fan and the room got really hot.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best New Year’s Trip

It was beautiful! The whole place was covered in snow. Or balcony was at least covered in a foot of snow and felt like a picture from a book! Everything was quiet and peaceful. Also had New Years Eve dinner at the Lodge and it was tasteful
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

chandra

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Overlooks truckee river and thats the only plus; carpets are dirty, old. I wouldnt stay there again for that price unless i was desperate
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

wensheng

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Rooms are too closed to the chimney of the restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

4/10 Poor

thomas

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beat ! Needs substantial upgrade.

Generally speaking, the place needs substantial upgrading, not just in the rooms (which look to be 1980's vintage) but in the entire property: cracked concrete, peeling paint, this could be an interesting place with some real investment. The restaurant was good with very good bar service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

gary

Liked: Staff & service
Staff Great ... beds alittle rough, wobbly. Dissapointed about the river, which is what i was looking forward to , but thats mother nature..Danille was great!,
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

River Ranch summer stay

Stayed here for a wedding in Tahoe City area. Very fun atmosphere since this is the take out point for rafting on the Truckee River in June and July. Restaurant is very good but pricey. Room was clean and comfortable. Second floor Rooms with balconies are best. Road noise noticeable during day but not at night. Very friendly and attentive staff. Property a bit worn overall but has a wonderful location and is more inexpensive than many properties in an expensive region.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are very friendly and professional. The lodge is on the older side but well maintained. Little things like a drapery hanging off the rod were not really a problem. There are condos across the river that can look straight in to your room so having the window and door open for cool air is a problem. No AC in the warm summer so that is a must. I would stay again, great value for the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Bathroom tiles had mold between them.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

2/10 Terrible

John

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Rustic/Charming/Great staff

The staff was friendly, accommodating, and just lovely to engage with; from reception (Danielle/Alicia/Stephanie) to Kat at the restaurant and Asa as our server on my birthday. Everyone we crossed paths with during our two week stay was terrific. The Lodge has charm and our room had some minor updates (new fridge and Keurig machine) but if you come here, be sure and ask for a remodeled/updated room. Rustic charm is great and this place has it for sure! Unfortunately, the room we were given had not been repaired/updated/remodeled in many years and because of that the condition of the room and bathroom reflected some neglect. We mentioned our concerns at check out and in a follow up conversation were told the quick fixes were implemented right away…so that tells me the staff care and are very responsive! The food was sublime. Everything I ate was delicious. The prices are comparable to other restaurants in the area, so be prepared. The Truckee River is the big draw and if/when we come back to this area, we’ll want to enjoy this beautiful place again.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
I like this place. It is however like stepping back in time 50 years. Rooms are a little outdated, but the staff is kind and the kitchen is good.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff. Great food!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very awesome feel at the hotel and restaurant there Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

George

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room appeared to need an update. Curtains but no blinds on the patio slider window. Wi-Fi cut out multiple times during second night of stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Inaki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and friendly competent staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022