Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
Heating
Family rooms
See all facilities

Review Highlights

Pros:
Lakefront location and beautiful views
Clean and well-maintained rooms and grounds
Friendly and accommodating staff (many reports)
Heated pool and easy lake/kayak access
Spacious outdoor areas and picnic spots
On-site gym
Cons:
Uncomfortable beds and mattresses (many reports)
Thin or missing blankets and poor-quality towels/pillows
Inconsistent service and an unresolved billing complaint
Pet policy/fees and inconvenient pet-rooming in at least one case
Perceived poor value for money (small rooms, extra charges, pricey items)
Some outdoor facilities not ready or under maintenance
Squeaky/noisy doors and beds reported
Minor room maintenance issues (e.g., shower base damage)

Categories

Cleanliness
9
Multiple reviewers described rooms and grounds as clean or spotless; shores and public areas also noted as tidy.
Service
8
Mixed reports: several guests praised staff as exceptionally friendly and accommodating, while one review reported unhelpful/abrasive staff and an unresolved billing issue.
Location
9.5
Consistently praised lakeside location, beautiful views, easy lake access and proximity to downtown — often cited as a primary reason to stay.
Room Quality
6.5
Many complaints about beds and mattresses (uncomfortable, box-spring feel, squeaky), thin or missing blankets and poor towels; some rooms described as small.
Amenities
8.5
Heated pool, kayak access/support, gym, picnic/grassy areas and other outdoor amenities were noted positively, though some outdoor facilities/games were said to be not ready.
Value for Money
6.5
Several guests questioned value: rooms described as small for the price, extra pet fees, and pricey on-site beer contributed to perceived poor value.
Food and Beverage
8
Few explicit comments: some mention no breakfast used and local beer offered (noted pricey). Minimal commentary overall, treated as neutral.
Overall Experience
8
Overall stays described as restful and beautiful with many guests saying they'd return despite recurring issues with beds and occasional service/billing problems.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-12 22:16

Property Description

Lakefront Resort with Stunning Views

Luxurious Room Features

Indulge in direct lake views from your private patio or balcony at Skylark Resort. Enjoy the convenience of barbecue facilities, a microwave, fridge, and coffee maker in each room. Upgrade to a lakefront room for a full kitchen experience.

Relaxing Amenities

Unwind in the outdoor pool or on the landscaped lawns overlooking Clear Lake. Take advantage of the picnic areas, children’s playground, and private docks. Laundry facilities are available for your convenience.

Explore Nearby Attractions

Conveniently located near Clear Lake State Park and Lake County Fairgrounds, Skylark Shores Resort offers easy access to Ceago Winery and the Grace Hudson Museum. Book now for a memorable lakeside getaway.

Important information:

Upon check-in photo identification and credit card is required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

Pets are allowed only in Poolside Room types (King Bed and Two Queen Beds).
Pets are not permitted in Lakeview or Lakefront rooms.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Swimming pool: Closed from Sun, Nov 1, 2026 until Sun, May 23, 2027
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: SMF

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 571 reviews
Cleanliness: 9
Service: 8
Location: 9.5
Room Quality: 6.5
Amenities: 8.5
Value for Money: 6.5
Food and Beverage: 8
Overall Experience: 8
H
Hanen • couple • us
9
Overall, we really enjoyed our stay and the beautiful surroundings! ❤️
Pros:

We had a wonderful family stay! The room was clean and spacious, and the lake and mountain views were amazing. We enjoyed a barbecue, and my kids even practiced karate!

Cons:

The bed wasn’t very comfortable. Also, the grassy area directly outside our room had a lot of goose droppings, so the kids didn’t want to play there. Keeping that lawn cleaner would make the experience even better.

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
T
Tejes • couple • us
10
I'll be saying here again in the future.
Pros:

It was like stepping back about twenty years when you got everything in the room i.e.: note pad with pen, writing desk, book with local attractions, dining out suggestions. This room had it all. Thank-you!!!

Cons:

Not a thing. We were completely satisfied with the stay.

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
R
Robert • couple • us
9
The location made possible a transcendental opportunity.
Cons:

A bit of a hiccup regarding clean and fresh towels, and the disposal of used or dirty towels.

Staff accommodated well.

2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
J
Jack • couple • us
9
Pros:

Loved the location of being on the lake.
Great places to eat within walking distance
Very cool atmosphere.

2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
K
Kate • family_with_children • gb
9
2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
J
JUAN • family_with_children • us
8
Perfect place for a mid week get away
Pros:

Love the location. Close to everything in that little town.. loved how very well manicured the lawn was kept. The little bird houses all over the place... love the rooms that are facing the lake... can't beat that view... you're facing east so if you get up early, you'll get the sunrise over the lake!! It's close to a safeway, dollar tree, dollar general, renee's cafe, which is a lot better than the one across the street.. ten times better... anyway.. back to the hotel.. theres plenty of parking and the beds are comfortable and the pool is a little small but the deep end is 8 feet deep...

Cons:

There was a garbage can outside of our room, on the lake side that was full when we got there. There were ashes in the bbq grill from somebody grilling there... if i wanted to use that, i had to clean that out.. but to dump it out in a garbage can that was full was a deterrent.... that garbage can stayed full, unemptied the entire 2 night stay we were there... it was mid week, check in weds and check out friday so it wasn't busy... not sure why it wasnt cleaned out... other than that, the place was a dream..

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
C
Cassandra • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
D
Dana • solo_traveller • us
8
Pros:

The setting is like a park giant trees, lake. It was beautiful.

Cons:

They didn't have any coffee in the office.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
S
steve • solo_traveller • us
9
Pros:

very well kept property right on the lake very reasonably priced the kitchenette was super cute old school ouch

Cons:

everything was wonderful

2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
K
Kelly • couple • us
10
The staff was amazing. The owners were kind. I had to confusion with my pets and they were so wonderful. The place is su
Pros:

I loved everything about the property. It was phenomenal, so many fun activities for kids and families!

Cons:

The mattress seemed a little bit old and not as comfortable as it could’ve been.

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
C
Carol • family_with_children • us
8
2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
A
Angelo • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
M
Michael • family_with_children • us
10
2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
M
Mattia • family_with_children • us
8
2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
J
jacob • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
B
b • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
E
Eddie • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
E
Eddie • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
J
jean-michel • solo_traveller • fr
7
Pas sûr de revenir
Pros:

La situation au bord du lac

Cons:

Personnel peu serviable voire désagréable, nous n’avons jamais u obtenir une facture que devait nous donner l’hôtel donc on ne sait pas ce que nous avons payé ! Hotel « pet friendly » sauf que dans ce cas vous avez une chambre sur le parking sans réduction et en payant des frais pour notre chien…

2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
L
Lorri • extended_group • us
10
It was a restful and beautiful one stay while on a road trip.
Pros:

Beautiful view of the lake. We felt safe.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-07-05 • via Nuitee