Black Bear Lodge – A Favorite for Families in South Lake Tahoe
About the Hotel
Rooms & Cabins
Black Bear Lodge offers rooms in the main lodge, suites in the Rubicon building, and private cabins. Lodge rooms include king beds, river rock gas fireplaces, and coffee stations. The Rubicon suites add kitchenettes and garden views. Studio cabins feature a see-through gas fireplace, a kitchenette with a full-size refrigerator, and a hot plate. The Hideout Cabin includes a jetted tub, while The Den Cabin has two bedrooms and a Jack-and-Jill bathroom. ADA-compliant rooms with roll-in showers and visual alarms are available.
Dining & Drinks
The Lodge Bar serves craft beers, California wines, and small plates, with rotating featured wineries. Guests can enjoy drinks by the 32-foot river rock fireplace or on the back patio. Nearby restaurants include Artemis Mediterranean Grill, Shangrila Himalayan Kitchen, Yugen Sushi, and Thai on Ski Run. Local coffee spots like Freebird Cafe and Black Cabin Coffee are within walking distance.
Activities & Recreation
The Ski Run Marina, a 10-minute walk away, offers kayaks, paddleboards, and jet skis. Heavenly Mountain Gondola, a five-minute drive, provides summer zip-lining and winter skiing. Hiking trails like Van Sickle and Eagle Falls are nearby. Bike rentals at Anderson's Bicycle Rental allow for scenic rides to Baldwin Beach. South Lake Brewing and Coldwater Brewery serve local craft beers.
Location & Access
The lodge is half a mile from Lake Tahoe beaches and one mile from Heavenly Mountain. It is 100 km from Reno-Tahoe International Airport. Nearby landmarks include Marcus Ashley Gallery (1.5 km) and Thomas F. Regan Memorial City Beach (3 km). A complimentary shuttle to Heavenly Mountain stops outside the property every 20 minutes, weather permitting.
Services & Extras
Enhancements like in-room sparkling wine, local beer packages, and spa treatments can be arranged. BioSpirit Day Spa offers in-room massages or services at their nearby location with a steam room. Picnic services include sandwiches, cookies, and a Pendleton blanket. Pet care is available through Hair of the Dog Pet Concierge. The front desk doubles as a wine bar for check-in relaxation.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Sports & Fitness
- Hiking
- Cycling
Guest Parking
- Dryer
Services
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Picnic area/ Tables
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Children
- Board games
Spa & Leisure
- Garden area
Room features
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
- Washing machine
Self-catering
- Dryer
Location
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