West Shore Cafe and Inn

3.5 star property
Ski hotel with a free shuttle to the slopes
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Front of property
Skiing
Sugar Pine Suite, Queen Bed with Lake View | Living area
Watson Suite, King Bed with Lake View

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Room service
    Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • On private beach
    On private beach
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
5160 West Lake Blvd., Homewood, CA, 96141
  • Tahoe Maritime Museum
    1 min walk
  • Homewood Mountain Resort
    4 min walk
  • Ed Z'berg Sugar Pine Point State Park
    8 min drive
  • Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL)
    43 min drive

Room options

Watson Suite, King Bed with Lake View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
  • 56 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Lake View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
  • 56 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed

Sugar Pine Suite, Queen Bed with Lake View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
  • 46 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

McKinney Suite, King Bed with Mountain View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
  • 56 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Mountain View

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Separate bedroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Mountain View

Highlights

Balcony
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
  • 28 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Homewood

At West Shore Cafe and Inn, you'll be 0.3 km (0.2 mi) from Homewood Mountain Resort and 10.4 km (6.5 mi) from Tahoe City Golf Course. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include 2 bars/lounges, a private beach and a restaurant. .The fine-dining restaurant, West Shore Cafe, serves Californian cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Along with downhill skiing and snowboarding, you'll find skiing lessons and ski rentals on site. Additionally, you'll find a marina, free Wi-Fi in public areas and coffee/tea in a common area. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of a free ski shuttle. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Homewood hotel include Tahoe Treetop Adventure Park and Tahoe City Marina.

What's nearby

  • Homewood Mountain Resort - 4 min walk
  • Tahoe Treetop Adventure Park - 13 min drive
  • Emerald Bay State Park - 15 min drive
  • Palisades Tahoe - 24 min drive
  • Northstar California Resort - 53 min drive

Getting around

  • Truckee Station - 30 min drive
  • Reno Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bridgetender - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Swiss Lakewood Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Tahoe House Bakery & Gourmet - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪West Shore Market - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Rosie's Cafe - ‬12 min drive

About this property

West Shore Cafe and Inn

Ski hotel with a free shuttle to the slopes
During the winter, enjoy on-site recreational activities like downhill skiing and snowboarding. Getting to the slopes is a breeze with this mountain hotel's complimentary ski shuttle. West Shore Cafe and Inn helps provide the perfect ski holiday with skiing lessons, ski equipment rentals and ski passes. When the sun goes down, sip après-ski drinks in one of the hotel's 2 bars/lounges.

There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of West Shore Cafe and Inn was completed in March 2020.

This 3.5-star Homewood hotel is smoke free.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Ski lift tickets
  • Ski equipment rentals
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
West Shore Cafe and Inn offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations with fireplaces and a hairdryer. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free ski shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • West Shore Cafe

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Living room
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • In the mountains
  • Marina
  • On a lake
  • On a private beach
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 3 floors
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

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
Cashless transactions are available
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at West Shore Cafe and Inn?

West Shore Cafe and Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at West Shore Cafe and Inn?

Yep, West Shore Cafe and Inn has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to West Shore Cafe and Inn?

The closest beach to West Shore Cafe and Inn is Meeks Bay Beach (6.4 km).

What makes West Shore Cafe and Inn a romantic place to stay?

Beachfront dining and a private beach, as well as premium bedding and fireplaces in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at West Shore Cafe and Inn.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at West Shore Cafe and Inn?

No, West Shore Cafe and Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at West Shore Cafe and Inn?

Yep, you can grab a meal at West Shore Cafe and Inn's onsite restaurant that serves Californian cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at West Shore Cafe and Inn?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at West Shore Cafe and Inn?

No, only service animals are allowed.

West Shore Cafe and Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 53 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle V.

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
PRO: Walkable from both the lake & ski resort. Bonus free breakfast. Breakfast was delish. Free parking so you don't have to pay $5 to park in Homewood. Has a nice dock/patio in the back for lake access. Convenience store is also walkable. Nice receptionist/workers. Clean & well-stocked rooms. Has an abundance of pillows even inside the closet. Has fridge & TV.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Sherrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Location across from Homewood.
This was a last-minute family trip planned during the New Years weekend as Tahoe got tons of snow but driving conditions were not possible except for the few days so we came up. The price of this McKinney suite was expensive which I can understand given the holiday and last minute weekend trip plan. Husband and I got a bedroom w/ en suite bathroom to ourselves while our two boys were out in the living room on a sofa bed that was terribly uncomfortable. Overall The accommodations were good as it’s large, had 2 fireplaces and a balcony which I used to keep perishables there rather than the tiny refrigerator provided. We had decided on going to the New Year’s Eve masquerade murder mystery show and dinner advertised which was $159/PP and the dinner was off the regular menu which we had the night before. Food was decent but should have been different given the holiday. The show was the worst performance we had ever seen. First the evening started at 8pm but forever to get started but then it just went from Bad to worse—we left after the meal. There were no decorations or props in the restaurant which looks quite plain everyday and the performance didn’t have anything to do with a masquerade theme so why is it in the description? The staff at West Shore were very nice and friendly, that is their strength, the location across from Homewood was so convenient and the Lake on the other side. We were able to go nearby to do sledding one of the days.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Milton

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

HESSAM

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Krista S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible gem on the West Shore
We were so impressed with this place..a huge shout out to Connor, the manager, and his staff. They went above and beyond to make sure we had an incredible stay. Worth the price and you are right on the beach. Also much more private and quaint than Sunnyside. We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Mary

Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rustic suit, beautiful area with great food.. it was a great place.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breathtakingly beautiful
Fabulous place, both the accommodations and the outdoor dining. The view was breathtaking.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

jeneth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Old fashioned elegance
The staff is very accommodating and very helpful. The McKinley suite is pretty, but lacking in comfort because they took away the coffee maker and microwave oven.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Veronica, Bay Area

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful space, friendly staff from front desk to servers, and pleasantly surprised with the food. Beds were very comfortable and room was cozy.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Amanda, Reno, NV

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved our stay! They were super clean and sensitive to covid throughout the entire process (checkin, hallways, room cleanliness, continental breakfast was room service every day without charge) and the staff were so friendly! Beautiful spot and great food!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location on the lake. Quiet and secluded.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Richard, Manteca, California

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was beautiful. Clean. The phi the doesn’t do it justice. Amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Io, Roseville, CA

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, hotel felt cozy, made it feel appropriate for the location up in the mountains.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

BAYLEY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The absolute best
Staying at West Shore was one of the best experiences. My boyfriend and I travel frequently and were extremely impressed with everything about this place. The people were extremely friendly, the food from the restaurant was amazing, the drinks from the bar were 10/10. Highly recommend this place to anyone who wants a relaxing getaway. You also get breakfast delivered to your door every morning with a full coffee bar right outside the rooms. Thank you for making our stay even better than expected! Can't wait to be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Grant G., Roseville, Ca

Liked: Cleanliness
Lakefront stay
Beautiful view. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Noy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Mostly Excellent
Great room and location. Beautiful building and terrific new mattress in the Marlette Peak Suite. However the wear and tear of use and time are starting to show. They also started a new policy of completing a card stating what you would like for breakfast and when. There are only six rooms and last year this extra step wasn’t necessary. If anything the breakfast is below par for this establishment and not compatible with the cost to stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Phyllis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful inn and location. We were there in their off season when the restaurant and bar are closed. If we go back, it will definitely be more fun during summer.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019