Sierra Inn on the River
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About this property
Sierra Inn on the River is an independent 2-star motel in Kyburz, CA, situated near the South Fork of the American River and well-positioned for access to the greater Lake Tahoe area. Sierra-at-Tahoe Resort lies 16.5 miles away, Adventure Mountain is 17.4 miles distant, and Heavenly Ski Resort is 30.4 miles from the property, making it a convenient base for exploring the region's outdoor attractions.
The motel features 21 air-conditioned rooms, each equipped with a flat-screen television and satellite TV for entertainment. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads. Rooms are appointed with desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is available upon request. Guest comfort ratings are strong at 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Outdoor recreation is readily available both on-site and nearby. The property maintains a picnic area with charcoal grills and a firepit, along with complimentary firewood. Direct access to hiking and biking trails, motor boating, and mountain biking opportunities caters to active guests. Nearby activities include cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, snowboarding, sledding, snow tubing, rock climbing, fishing, and mountain climbing. A dog exercise area is provided for guests traveling with pets. The property is smoke-free, offers free self-parking, and maintains a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage. Wheelchair-accessible facilities include parking, a registration desk, and paths of travel, though upper floors are accessible by stairs only and there is no onsite elevator.
Check-in is available from 3:00 PM onwards, and check-out is at 10:00 AM. Pets are welcome at the property.
Location & nearby attractions
South Fork of the American River - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Sierra-at-Tahoe Resort - 26.5 km / 16.5 mi
Adventure Mountain - 28.1 km / 17.4 mi
Pollock Pines Recreation Park - 29 km / 18 mi
Sly Park Campground - 34.6 km / 21.5 mi
Lake Tahoe Golf Course - 37.5 km / 23.3 mi
Mt. Tallac Trail - 40.2 km / 25 mi
Barton Memorial Hospital - 42.8 km / 26.6 mi
Heavenly Valley Creek - 44.2 km / 27.5 mi
Lake Tahoe Balloons - 45.4 km / 28.2 mi
Taylor Creek Visitor Center - 46.2 km / 28.7 mi
Bijou Community Park - 46.4 km / 28.9 mi
Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority Visitor Center - 46.5 km / 28.9 mi
Kiva Beach - 46.5 km / 28.9 mi
Pope Beach - 46.9 km / 29.1 mi
The nearest major airport is Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL) - 40 km / 24.9 mi
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Check-in & check-out
- 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, debit cards, and cash
- Cashless transactions are available
- Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
Pet policy
- Pets allowed
- Service animals are allowed
- Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
- Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Fees & policies
- Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per night
- Service animals are exempt from fees
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- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.