Desolation Hotel Hope Valley

3.5 star property
VIP Access

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Cabin, Multiple Beds
Luxury Tent, Fireplace, River View
Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Resort View | Living area
Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Bathtub
Family Cabin, Multiple Beds, Balcony

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

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14255 California 88, Markleeville, CA, 96120
  • Place, Grover Hot Springs State Park
  • Place, Kirkwood Mountain Resort
  • Place, Heavenly Ski Resort
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL)
    ‪21 min drive‬
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Room options

Basic Cabin, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Bathtub

  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Basic Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, Mountain View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Cabin, Multiple Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Basic Cabin, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Pets allowed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Cabin, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Basic Cabin, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Pets allowed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Comfort Cabin, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Hill View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Basic Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Bathtub

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Family Cabin, Multiple Beds, Balcony

  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Bathtub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Basic Cabin, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Pets allowed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Resort View

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 King Bed

Cabin, Multiple Beds, Mountainside

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Basic Cabin, 1 King Bed, Pets allowed, Hill View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Cabin, Multiple Beds, Microwave

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Romantic Cabin

  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Mountain View, Mountainside

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 King Bed

Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Mountain View, Mountainside

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 King Bed

Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Cabin

  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Cabin, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Mountainside

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 10
  • 2 King Beds, 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

Comfort Cabin, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Hill View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Tent, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace

  • 1 bedroom
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

Luxury Tent, Fireplace

  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

Luxury Tent, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace

  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

Luxury Tent, Fireplace, River View

  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

Luxury Tent, Fireplace, River View

  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

Luxury Tent, Multiple Beds, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Futon

Basic Cabin, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Pets allowed

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Basic Cabin, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Pets allowed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Bunk Beds and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Cabin

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

Luxury Tent, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, River View

  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Tent, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Mountain View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Tent, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Mobile Home, 1 Bedroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Luxury Tent, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Mountain View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Desolation Hotel Hope Valley

Resort with a nearby private beach, in the vicinity of Grover Hot Springs State Park
This smoke-free resort features a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and coffee/tea in a common area. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, concierge services, express check-in, and express check-out are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request.
Desolation Hotel Hope Valley offers 35 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and designer toiletries. Memory foam beds feature Frette Italian sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Desolation Hotel Hope Valley. You'll find features like free WiFi in public areas and free self parking, plus a restaurant. This property offers pet-friendly amenities like food and water bowls.
  • Free WiFi (speed: 25+ Mbps)
  • Free self parking
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Amenities include a car charging station and coffee/tea in a common area
  • Onsite recreation includes snowshoeing and hiking/biking trails
  • 9.1 mi (14.7 km) from Grover Hot Springs State Park and 18.3 mi (29.5 km) from Heavenly Valley Creek
  • Dogs welcome for a fee
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
A private beach is featured. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Desolation Hotel Hope Valley also features ski storage, coffee/tea in a common area, and concierge services. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Markleeville resort is smoke free.

Desolation Hotel Hope Valley has a restaurant on site.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Rock climbing
  • Ski storage
  • Sledding
  • Snowshoeing

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Meal delivery service

More

  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets: USD 55.00 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 55.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM.
Guests arriving after 10:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. 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.

Property is also known as

Desolation Hope Valley Resort

Reviews

Desolation Hotel Hope Valley Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 188 out of 215 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 215 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 215 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 215 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 215 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. The cabin we stayed in was cozy, clean and comfortable. Can't wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is about 25 minutes from the main area of South Lake Tahoe/stateline, but it’s a beautiful drive that goes quickly and so worth it! We stayed in “St Nicks” cabin and it was just so perfect! So clean, well cared for, nicely stocked kitchen, and fun loft area to sleep in. I will for SURE stay at this Desolation Hotel again, and I will tell my friends and family as well. Thank you for a great spot!
View from bed in the loft
View from bed in the loft
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hiroaki

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tylene

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful grounds surrounded by all the nature. Wonderful vibe. Will be back for sure
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Heather

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For almost 100 years, this has been an oasis tucked into an aspen stand beneath craggy cliffs and a stone’s throw from a gorgeous valley meadow with an alpine stream wandering through it. You can bring your own food to cook in the amazing cabin kitchens that would make getting snowed in a treat, or you can dine on well-made and locally-sourced choices on the restaurant menu. Then you can stop off in the open spaces to chill, book a sauna session, toast marshmallows in the firepit under the stars, and have the kids wild out in the play areas and ample grounds to wander before you retreat to the most comfortable cabins with beds and pillows as soft as clouds for a restful night. This is my favorite place to unwind and unplug.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Desolation doesn’t disappoint

My complaint is that I’m bummed I have never been here before. What a special place. Aspen everywhere, cool little cabins, good food and drink, fire pits, hiking. The best.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krystle

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
If you need a reset in Nature, there is no where better to visit! From the birds chirping, the fresh and and the fireplace to the comfy sheets bed and soft towels- the trip is unmatched. The restaurant has home cooked meals that are delightful and the staff is wonderful - especially Grace! Lastly - they have EV chargers and the cabins are CLEAN!! Glamorous Woodsie setting!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Georgiana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

leah rose

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This is a hidden gem. Pictures and videos doesnt do justice of how beautiful the place is. If you want to be in the wilderness and have a quiet time with family and friends, this is the place. A lot of activities and hiking trails that you can do.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

sang

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Place was relaxing and clean, didn
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jorge L

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When I get to hotel on Friday, reservation was for Saturday. I try to change in the hotel and could not do it. Then I try the app and does let me. The I call and no one call help me. So I look for another hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

sang

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was quiet and safe. Rooms were clean and wifi was working great. no real complaints at all.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable, cozy stay

We rented a studio cabin. It was fresh and clean. It is well insulated from the cold and the gas fireplace keeps it toasty. I enjoyed the free-standing bathtub. The re-modeling on the property is top-notch. The Sorenson Cafe menu was much the same as always. The food is wonderfully prepared and tasty.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Truly a gem, it checks all the boxes and more, a well thought out property, every detail is the best of the best from Frette linens to its too many thing to mention. But take time to hit the wood sauna:cold plunge you’ll be glad you did! Of course l, they are also extremely friendly and accommodating
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shauna

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sorenson’s was part of my childhood. I appreciate how Desolation Hotels honors the history of the property and brought the cabins into the 21st century. We had a marvelous stay and can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning property and very well taken care of. Luxurious feel to the yurts with lots of amenities and incredible views of the river. It felt like they thought of everything to make the stay memorable and special. We will definitely be returning over and over again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

HYEONJE

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fontana

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing property with friendly staff. Close enough to South Lake, yet far enough away to feel secluded. Steam/sauna is added bonus. Will be back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Smriti

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025