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GRANLIBAKKEN TAHOE, Tahoe City

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From$149 /night
Check-in
27Apr
Check-out
28Apr
Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 Room
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About the Hotel

725 Granlibakken Road, Tahoe City, 96145
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Near the ski slopes
Very good
7.9
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Rooms and Lodges

Granlibakken Tahoe features lodging styles ranging from hotel bedrooms to townhomes and lodges. Options include standard rooms with one king, one queen, two queens, two doubles, or two twin beds. Studios offer fully equipped kitchens, dining areas, seating areas with fireplaces, and private decks with either two double beds or a queen murphy bed and sofa sleeper. Suites include a primary bedroom with a king bed, an alcove bedroom with a double bed, a shared bathroom, a kitchen, a dining area, a living room with a fireplace, and a private balcony. Townhomes range from one to three bedrooms with fully equipped kitchens and living spaces. Big Pine Lodge has seven lodge bedrooms, and Forest Lodge features eight bedrooms.

Dining Options

Granlibakken's Chef Gene Roberts prepares meals using a team that caters to special dietary needs. A breakfast buffet is available daily. The Cedar House Pub features comfort food with a gourmet twist. Rusty's American Lunch restaurant, located at the base of the ski hill, offers soups, chicken fingers, nachos, and hot dogs, along with snacks, hot and cold drinks, and beer and wine. The iconic restaurant and bar on the banks of the Truckee River doubles its fun in summer with a spacious outdoor patio and bar. A wine bar features cheese plates.

Leisure and Recreation

Granlibakken has a historic ski and snowboard hill serviced by two surface lifts. Guests can use a groomed sled hill, zip lines, and aerial adventures at the Tahoe Treetop Adventure Park. Other amenities include a heated lap and separate wading pool, a hot tub, hiking and biking trails, tennis and pickleball courts, a yoga and meditation space, and a day spa. The resort also provides access to the Tahoe Rim Trail. Cross-country ski rentals are available at the ski hut, and snowshoe rentals are available at the warming hut.

Location and Transport

Located in Tahoe City, CA, Granlibakken Tahoe is 90 km from Reno-Tahoe International Airport. The resort has access to Palisades Tahoe, Homewood Mountain Resort, Sugar Bowl, Northstar, and Boreal. A 3-mile scenic paved trail between Incline Village and Sand Harbor is nearby. Free local on-demand transportation within the greater Tahoe City area is available seasonally with TART Connect. The Gatekeeper's Museum is 2 km away.

Services and Amenities

Granlibakken Tahoe has 24,500 square feet of meeting space that accommodates up to 400 people. The resort provides a High Altitude Training Center. Washers and dryers are located on the first floor of the Main Lodge and in Big Pine Lodge. Swimming towels are located in the units. Airport shuttle service can be arranged with North Lake Tahoe Express. The resort offers a one-bin recycling system.

“Granlibakken Tahoe has a nostalgic charm; the resort shines as a quiet, family-friendly escape with spacious townhomes that offer unexpected amenities. The staff clearly makes the difference, with many guests calling out employees by name for their exceptional service, even during challenging weather; it's a place where you might just find yourself returning year after year. This is a mountain retreat where the people make the experience.”
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James DavidEditor-in-Chief at Skiresort

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Granlibakken Tahoe — double rooms, family rooms, and suites. Breakfast options and free cancellation available on selected rates
  • Suite
    2 persons
    2 King Size Beds
    Shower
  • Standard Bedroom
    2 persons
    1 King-size bed
    Coffee machine
    Shower
  • Deluxe Room
    2 persons
    1 King-size bed
    Shower
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Facilities

What's included at Granlibakken Tahoe — facilities and services available during your stay
Facilities: Very good
7.7/10Review score

General

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Ski to door
  • Ski storage
  • Coffee shop
  • Vending machines
  • Fireplace
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Diving
  • Canoeing
  • Ski school
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Cycling
  • Tennis court
  • Golf course
  • Yoga class

Guest Parking

  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Ski equipment hire
  • Laundry
  • Ski pass vendor

Dining

  • Snack bar
  • Outdoor dining area

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Sauna
  • Jacuzzi
  • Body scrub
  • Treatment room
  • Body wraps
  • Back massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage

Room features

  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Granlibakken Tahoe Location

725 Granlibakken Road, Tahoe City, 96145
Getting around
  • City Centre
    Tahoe City 10 min  ·  2700 ft
  • Airports
    Reno-Tahoe International (RNO) 131 min  ·  54.1 mi
  • Bus
    Bus stop 2 min  ·  400 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 16:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Public parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the entire villa for free.
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of US$20 per person per day.
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of rooms:
31
Former name
Granlibakken Resort

Guest Reviews and Ratings

What guests said after staying at Granlibakken Tahoe
Review score
Based on 275 verified reviews
8.2 /10
Great
78 %
Recommend
Breakfast
5.0/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Comfort
8.2/10
Facilities
7.7/10
Free WiFi
10.0/10
Location
8.9/10
Paid Wi-Fi
5.0/10
Staff
8.9/10
Value for money
7.8/10
Pros
Good location
Soft, comfy beds
Spa facilities
Excellent cocktails
Pleasant dinner
Cons
Dated place
Poor restaurant staff
Small TV
Unprofessional staff
Guest reviews
based on 273 reviews
7.9/10
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FAQs
About Granlibakken Tahoe
What is the distance from Granlibakken Tahoe to Reno-Tahoe International Airport?
Granlibakken Tahoe is located 90 km from Reno-Tahoe International Airport.
What time is check-in and check-out at Granlibakken Tahoe?
Check-in is at 16:00 and check-out is at 11:00.
Is parking available at Granlibakken Tahoe?
Public parking is available on-site for free without the need for reservations.
Does Granlibakken Tahoe offer breakfast options?
A daily breakfast buffet is available for an additional charge of 20 USD.
What recreational activities are offered at Granlibakken Tahoe?
Guests can enjoy skiing, hiking, cycling, tennis, and a heated outdoor pool.
What are the main facilities available at Granlibakken Tahoe?
Main facilities include a ski and sledding hill, outdoor pool, tennis courts, and a day spa.
What room amenities can guests expect at Granlibakken Tahoe?
Rooms feature cable TV, a coffee maker, and some include a wood-burning fireplace.
How can guests access local attractions from Granlibakken Tahoe?
Nearby attractions include Burton Creek State Park, less than 8 km from the lodge, and the Truckee River for rafting, located approximately 6 minutes away.
What type of environment is Granlibakken Tahoe set in?
Granlibakken Tahoe is set on 74 wooded acres, providing a serene natural environment.
What additional services does Granlibakken Tahoe offer to guests?
Additional services include laundry facilities and ski equipment rentals.
Is internet access available at Granlibakken Tahoe?
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout Granlibakken Tahoe.