West Shore Cafe and Inn

Beachfront hotel with marina and bars/lounges

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November 2025

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December 2025

Lunch, dinner served; Californian cuisine, beach views

Located near Tahoe City Golf Course, West Shore Cafe and Inn provides a peaceful lakeside escape. Travelers can purchase ski passes for downhill skiing and snowboarding, gather around the firepit after a day outdoors, or simply appreciate the scenic marina views.

Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Tonight

Nov 6 - Nov 7

Tomorrow

Nov 7 - Nov 8

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 6 of 6 rooms

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

McKinney Suite, King Bed with Mountain View

Exceptional

Highlights

Furnished balcony

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Heating

Fridge

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Renovated in 2020

56 sq m
1 bedroom
Mountain view
Sleeps 5
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Very good

Highlights

Furnished balcony

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Heating

Fridge

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Renovated in 2020

56 sq m
1 bedroom
Lake view
Sleeps 5
1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin 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
2 bedrooms
Lake view
Sleeps 4
1 Queen 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
1 bedroom
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
1 bedroom
Mountain view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

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
1 bedroom
Lake view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

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About the area

5160 West Lake Blvd., Homewood, CA, 96141

What's nearby

Homewood Mountain Resort - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Tahoe Treetop Adventure Park - 10 min drive - 11.1 km
Emerald Bay State Park - 14 min drive - 21.4 km
Palisades Tahoe - 21 min drive - 24.6 km
Northstar California Resort - 56 min drive - 48.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

‪Sunnyside - ‬7 min drive
‪Shadyside Lounge - ‬7 min drive
‪Chambers Landing Bar - ‬3 min drive
‪The Bridgetender - ‬11 min drive
‪Front Street Station Pizza - ‬11 min drive

About this property

West Shore Cafe and Inn

Hotel remodelled in 2020 and located near Homewood Mountain Resort

Located close to Tahoe Treetop Adventure Park and Tahoe City Golf Course, West Shore Cafe and Inn provides a marina, a firepit and 2 bars. Skiers and snowboarders can spend time on the slopes at this hotel, which offers a free ski shuttle, downhill skiing and ski passes. The on-site Californian cuisine fine-dining restaurant, West Shore Cafe, offers lunch, dinner and a beachfront location. Enjoy on-site activities, such as snowboarding and motor boating. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Other perks include:

Free self-parking
Concierge services, smoke-free property and multilingual staff
Luggage storage, coffee/tea in reception and a dock

Room features

All guest rooms at West Shore Cafe and Inn feature thoughtful touches, such as fireplaces and premium bedding, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and air conditioning.

More amenities include:

Heating and ceiling fans
Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets and down duvets
Shower/bath combinations, free toiletries and hairdryers
Flat-screen TVs with streaming services and satellite channels
Fridges, daily housekeeping and desks

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Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer

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

Things to do

Downhill skiing
Motor boating
Personal motorised watercraft
Ski equipment rentals
Ski lessons
Ski passes
Snowboarding
TV in common areas

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
Renovated entire property - March 2020
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 at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

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

Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

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Frequently asked questions

Is West Shore Cafe and Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at West Shore Cafe and Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at West Shore Cafe and Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at West Shore Cafe and Inn?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is West Shore Cafe and Inn located?

This Homewood hotel is on the beach, steps from Homewood Mountain Resort and within 9 mi (15 km) of Tahoe City Golf Course and Tahoe Treetop Adventure Park. Tahoe City Marina and Emerald Bay State Park are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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West Shore Cafe and Inn Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle V.

14 Jan, 2022

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

14 Jan, 2022

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

Krista S.

3 Jul, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

26 Mar, 2021

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

Kristina

22 Feb, 2021

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

12 Feb, 2021

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

Veronica, Bay Area

27 Sept, 2020

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

Amanda, Reno, NV

15 Jun, 2020

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

14 Jun, 2020

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

25 Feb, 2020

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

21 Feb, 2020

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

4 Feb, 2020

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

14 Jan, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lakefront stay

Beautiful view. We will be back.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

20 Oct, 2019

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

5 Oct, 2019

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

4 Oct, 2019

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

Amazing suite on the lake, the bed was so confortable and the staff very nice with us! Thank you so much ❤️

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Jennifer

16 Sept, 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Quaint

Overall check in and check out were smooth. Small boutique hotel with just 6 rooms. The way they do breakfast is nice, but I would recommend offering granola with yogurt and maybe some healthier options (crumb cake and sandwich both higher in fat).

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Elizabeth, Portland

26 Jul, 2019

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

Reaxing, friendly and convenient!

Fantastic spot right on the lake. Staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, especially Brian. We stayed in the Sugar Pine Suite which was cozy and comfortable. Unfortunately the thermostat in our bedroom was not working, but that wasn't a super big deal as the one in the living room was. We read some complaints about the breakfast, but we found it very nice. Really convenient to be able to pick what you want and it's delivered to your door at the time that you want. The location was fantastic with Tahoe City only about a 10-minute drive away. There was a wedding one of the nights that we were there and there was loud music outside of our window until about 10 p.m. which may have been frustrating to some, but we enjoyed listening while we watched the sunset on the lake!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

2 Mar, 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The property was gorgeous and located across the street from the ski resort. Wish we would have know that the restaurant was closed as we were really looking forward to eating there. We heard so many wonderful things.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

28 Dec, 2018

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Awesome place! Will love to stay there for longer!

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Corinna

21 Nov, 2018

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

Gem by the lake

Beautiful gem on the wild western shore; few guest rooms make for intimate and cozy feeling. We went off season, restaurant was closed. Only small complaints I have: breakfast was very basic, expected a little more, even for continental. Lights in room should be brighter!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

21 Oct, 2018

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Nice place but in need of updating. Tv system too complicated. Door lock needed repair.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

4/10 Poor

MacBeth, California

10 Sept, 2018

Liked: Cleanliness

I really wanted to love this place. The location and facility seem amazing. But It felt very awkward staying at West shore Inn while they had a private wedding going on. Could not really even leave our room with out feeling like we should not have been there since the place is pretty small and the wedding took over the entire facility. They did not give any warning ahead of time, or even when I checked in that there would be a band / dj that would be playing until 10p that seemed to be directly under our room and incredibly loud that it actually shook the room.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Belinda

13 Jun, 2018

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

Lage Top, jedoch nicht so ruhig wie erwartet

Tolle Lage direkt am Seeufer, jedoch hatten wir direkt vor dem Fenster eine helle Lampe, die sich nicht ausschalten ließ und man hörte die ganze Nacht das Brummen eines Klimagerätes. Das auf der Website des Hotels angekündigte Frühstück fiel dann doch nicht soooo toll aus, bei dem Zimmerpreis und dem Anspruch des Hotels hätte man etwas mehr als den üblichen Toast mit Marmelade erwarten könneb, schade.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Michael G

2 Jun, 2018

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

A Taste of The Good Life on Lake Tahoe

My wife and I spent our 31st wedding anniversary in one of the most beautiful settings on the planet. West Shore Cafe is located on our favorite side of the lake and feels like luxury living. We woke up to the sunrise with coffee and bagels, sat on our balcony and enjoyed being right on the lake. We spent the day hiking and biking before returning to the Inn where we had great happy hour drinks sitting on the comfy couches at the end of the dock. Every employee was accommodating and friendly - we were totally pampered. The food was excellent and it was perfect not having to drive to dinner. Afterward, we lounged with drinks and then went on a sunset walk. It was a heavenly two nights.