Desolation Hotel

Desolation Hotel Hope Valley is a modern wilderness retreat located in Hope Valley, California, just 30 minutes outside of South Lake Tahoe. Situated in a remote part of Alpine County (California’s least populous county), the hotel lends itself to nature and wellness. The resort features several different styles of accommodations (27 full-restored and historic cabins, luxury yurts for a truly glamorous camping trip, and a full campground). Desolation Hotel Hope Valley offers amenities specifically designed to enhance one’s wilderness experience, including a wood-fired sauna, telescopes for stargazing, outdoor fire pits, seasonal outdoor activities, and the on-site dining destination, Sorensen’s Cafe. Between its signature “wildernests”, elevated on-premise dining and local expert staff to facilitate authentic experiences, Desolation Hotel is a modern adventurer’s paradise.