Blue Jay Lodge

Hotels
8.5 (1126 reviews)
4133 Cedar Avenue , South Lake Tahoe , us

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Heating
Family rooms
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location
Convenient check-in
Cons:
Dirty bed sheets
Limited amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
6.83
Several guests reported issues with dirty bed sheets and overall cleanliness in their rooms.
Service
9.3
Guests appreciated the convenient check-in process and communication through text messages, though in-person contact was lacking.
Location
9.84
The hotel is close to ski resorts, restaurants, and casinos, which guests found very convenient.
Room Quality
7.79
Rooms were described as comfortable, but some amenities were missing or limited.
Amenities
7.32
Limited amenities were noted, such as no breakfast or lobby facilities.
Value for Money
9.28
Many guests felt they received good value for the price, especially for the location and space.
Food and Beverage
8.83
No specific feedback on food and beverage options, rated as standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
8.8
Overall guests had a good experience despite some issues, citing comfort and location as highlights.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 19:46

Property Description

Convenient Location in South Lake Tahoe

Modern Amenities for Comfort

Nearby Attractions and Activities

Experience the perfect getaway at Blue Jay Lodge in South Lake Tahoe. Enjoy free WiFi, air-conditioned rooms with flat-screen TVs, and free private parking. Explore nearby Lakeside Beach, El Dorado Beach, and Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course. With easy access to attractions like Tahoe Queen and Washoe Meadows State Park, there's never a dull moment. Whether you're here to relax or explore, Blue Jay Lodge has everything you need for a memorable stay. Book now and start planning your Lake Tahoe adventure!

Important information:

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 Tue, Sep 15, 2026 until Sat, May 15, 2027
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 1126 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.83
Service: 9.3
Location: 9.84
Room Quality: 7.79
Amenities: 7.32
Value for Money: 9.28
Food and Beverage: 8.83
Overall Experience: 8.8
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Danika family_with_children us
10
Good clean rooms , best check in/out process , amazing location to DT
Pros:

Great room, clean and comfortable. Very convenient location, easy to walk to the strip. Best checking in/out process ever ! That was a huge plus for me.

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Jasmin couple us
10
I loved it.
Pros:

I loved how clean it was, well taken care of, great amenities, so cute and cozy. I would 100% stay again. I loved how respectful this hotel is with their “quiet time.” And very easy check in

2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Pravin family_with_children us
5
Worst
Pros:

Worst

Cons:

Worst

2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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HUANHUAN family_with_children us
9
Perfect!!!
Pros:

The location was super convenient, and the staff were always quick to respond. We’ll definitely stay here again when we come back for skiing in the winter!

Cons:

I think the stairs leading up to the second floor could have been a bit cleaner.

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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hannah solo_traveller us
8
Loved the staff and appreciated the easy walking distance to downtown. Didn’t like the thin walls so much. The rooms cou
Pros:

Easy walking distance to downtown, friendly staff

Cons:

The thin walls. The people next to me had a dog that would bark late into the night and early in the morning.

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Carlsen couple us
10
2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Castlegirl couple us
7
No frills but good location
Pros:

The best part was the location. The room was very basic, no frills ! Nice to have a good mini fridge and microwave.

Cons:

Just small inconveniences. No dresser with drawers just cubby space. The bathroom did not have much extra room to put our toiletries. Unable to plug my hair dryer because the mirror was in the way. The metal bed frame was in the way so we would run into it.

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Ciara couple us
7
2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Senghee solo_traveller us
5
2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Joseph family_with_children us
2
Good location, but that’s the only good thing about this hotel.
Pros:

Location was good.

Cons:

Filthy, the code provided to unlock the door didn’t work, there’s no staff on the premises and no way to contact anyone.

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Angela couple us
9
Great stay at the Blue Jay
Pros:

The room was very clean and appeared to have been recently renovated. The bed was comfy and the room had everything we needed for a great stay in Lake Tahoe. The location is excellent. It is easy walking distance to the casinos and lots of places to eat and also not far from the lake. There is also a small, well kept pool. While not inexpensive, for the area I think it’s a great value. I would definitely stay here again.

Cons:

The A/C can be a bit noisy.

2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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Lloyd family_with_children us
8
Decent room and convenient location
Pros:

The location and contact free checkin were great. The room and bathroom were nice and clean.

Cons:

One of the beds had a mattress that compressed so much that the sides were sloping and you could fall off the bed. Lack of charging ports near the beds. There were only 2 USB outlets and one of them didn’t work. Shower is too small. Staircases and property were not cleaned. Still giving it an 8/10 since there were no hygiene issues or problems we couldn’t work around inside the room.

2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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Reesha couple us
8
Reasonably priced, great location.
Pros:

Location. Quiet. Beds.

2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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Carolyn couple us
8
Came to Tahoe for a concert. The contactless check-in was amazing and the communication was perfect. The accommodations
Pros:

Close to the concert venue he and casino

Cons:

N/a

2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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Tamsen couple us
10
2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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Sara family_with_children us
8
Super cute lodge. Location is really good close to the Main Street and food. Beds are comfy!
Pros:

Rooms were clean and beds were comfy. Rooms look to be recently remodeled but already showing some wear and tear, pant and chipped door frames

Cons:

Parking is really tight and walls are pretty thin, contactless check in has is +\- But staff responded fast to emails

2026-07-17 via Nuitee
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Mimi couple us
10
The property is within reach of local restaurants.
Pros:

The property is very clean.

2026-07-14 via Nuitee
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satish couple us
7
2026-07-14 via Nuitee
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Randa extended_group us
5
Overall such a small room
Pros:

The location is great

Cons:

The room is so small for 4 adults and the shower is extra small that my husband and my son have to squeeze themselves in it and to bend their heads to use the shower, the floor is so dirty that our feet become so dirty and that’s so disgusting

2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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Natnicha solo_traveller us
5
Location was not worth the price that we paid.
Pros:

Location.

Cons:

The value wasn’t there. The towel quality was low and very thin. There was a lot of dust in the room during our stay and overall just felt for what we paid, wasn’t worth the price tag.

2026-07-11 via Nuitee