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Historian Inn

2.5 star property

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A spacious living area with a brown leather sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table with a vase, and a television in the background.
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a painting on the wall, and a desk with a mirror and a coffee maker.
A spacious living area with a leather sofa, a round coffee table, and a television. There is a wooden cabinet with books and decorative items, and a patterned rug on the floor.
A balcony with a view of a busy street and mountains in the background.
A hotel lobby with leather sofas, a patterned rug, and a television.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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1427 US Highway 395 N, Gardnerville, NV, 89410
  • Place, Sharkey's Casino
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Lampe Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Carson Valley Museum and Cultural Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds (No Pets)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a framed picture on the wall.

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds (No Pets)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed (No Pets)

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a chair, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (No Pets)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible,Ground Floor (Pet Friendly with Pet Fee)

A hotel room with two beds, wooden headboards, a bedside table with a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a kitchenette area.

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible,Ground Floor (Pet Friendly with Pet Fee)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View (Shared Balcony No Pets Faces Highway)

A hotel corridor with white doors, large windows, and outdoor seating with tables and chairs.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View (Shared Balcony No Pets Faces Highway)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (No Pets )

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a wooden nightstand, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (No Pets )

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ground Floor (Pet Friendly with Pet Fee)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ground Floor (Pet Friendly with Pet Fee)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Ground Floor (Pet Friendly with Pet Fee)

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a wooden nightstand, a desk with a chair, a brown leather armchair, and a framed picture on the wall.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Ground Floor (Pet Friendly with Pet Fee)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Historian Inn

Along with express check-out, this smoke-free motel has a lobby fireplace and a hair salon. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a banquet hall.
Historian Inn offers 33 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 37-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Historian Inn's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Sharkey's Casino. You'll find features like free WiFi in public areas and free self parking.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Amenities include a lobby fireplace
  • Guests have great things to say about the clean accommodations and the helpful staff
  • Steps from Sharkey's Casino and 5 minutes by foot from Carson Valley Museum and Cultural Center
  • Pets welcome for a fee
Historian Inn offers its guests a fireplace in the lobby, express check-out, and a hair salon. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

This Gardnerville motel is smoke free.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Ski passes

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Hair salon
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • In a state park

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2000
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 37-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out fee: USD 50.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 2:00 AM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 40 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 11 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 40 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50.00

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:00 AM - 2:00 AM.
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 11 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Historian Gardnerville
Historian Inn
Historian Inn Gardnerville
Historian Inn Motel
Historian Inn Gardnerville
Historian Inn Motel Gardnerville

Historian Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 485 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 322 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 104 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 58 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 1007 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Harold

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Clean, friendly and we would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Armando

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Property is perfect for pets 🐶 I did love that parking felt pretty safe.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Arun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was easy, this is a very nice hotel and the staff is good and courteous and I definitely recommend the place.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Glenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice, large room with a comfortable bed and sits directly across the street from Sharkey's Casino. A great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great small town on the 395. Cross the street from a great bar/dining room. Surprisingly a lot of places to enjoy nearby. Excellent motel for Skip and run
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean and comfortable and staff is great!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good room, everything was great
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historic property in the heart of Gardnerville, walkable to eateries (J T Basque across the street!) and cute shops, especially the fantastic vintage shop across the side street. Very quiet for being in the heart of town with a local park nearby as well. Perfect stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

shemain

Very clean and friendly staff. Would highly recommend this place
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The morning staff lady was so nice. Bed was comfortable. Nice hot shower.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda A

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It wa s a wonderful home away from home.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They had great donuts every morning!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

WILLIAM

We were not able to stay and check in as they have changed their pet policy since we last stayed there to allow only dogs.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ellen and Russ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Coffee maker needs to be cleaned. Pillows were stiff, needs to be softer. Otherwise it was a good place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was helpful, room was clean. Building is old but kept up. Good parking.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes it was nice and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great. Super nice room, everything was clean, working and fresh. Check in was simple and fast. Very pleasent front desk person.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was spotless and staff was courteous
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and convenient to everything. We brought our two small dogs in their pet friendly room, it was very cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Kenneth

Disliked: Staff & service
Room is just OK, but overall don't want to give a good comment and ratings
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Bryan

They were really nice, clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A very nice room with coffee and donuts in the morning. We visit family in the area and its our go to place. Recommend this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laurel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, the staff was friendly and helpful. The location allowed for plenty of walkable dining and entertainment.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Shawn

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Air conditioner worked. Hotel room needs help.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

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