Calpine, CA

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The Inn at Nakoma

The Inn at Nakoma

4 out of 5
41 Village Trail Clio CA
$193 nightly
The price is $208 total per night from Nov 3 to Nov 4
$208 total
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Clio. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
The Inn at Nakoma
Donner Lake Inn

Donner Lake Inn

2 out of 5
10070 Gregory Pl Truckee CA
$133 nightly
The price is $152 total per night from Nov 11 to Nov 12
$152 total
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Truckee. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Donner Lake and West End Beach are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (84 reviews)
"The breakfast good was good. The view was nice and it was very quiet. The location was very good."

Reviewed on Oct 5, 2026

Donner Lake Inn
Clair Tappaan Lodge

Clair Tappaan Lodge

1 out of 5
19940 Donner Pass Rd Soda Springs CA
$117 nightly
The price is $129 total per night from Oct 15 to Oct 16
$129 total
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this ski hostel in Soda Springs. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Donner Lake and Chair #3 are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (114 reviews)
"Nice friendly could used a better way of entertaining"

Reviewed on Aug 31, 2026

Clair Tappaan Lodge
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Yuba River Inn

Yuba River Inn

3 out of 5
510 Main Street Sierra City CA
Stay at this cabin in Sierra City. Enjoy free parking, laundry facilities, and conference space. Popular attractions Kentucky Mine Museum and Loves Falls are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (63 reviews)
"There is no communication from the host in a town that has no Wi-Fi. No one was home to answer the door or greet us when we got there. So he stood there a little confused, not knowing what to do until we eventually saw a piece of paper around the corner that said the keys were in the door. Once we ..."

Reviewed on Oct 12, 2026

Yuba River Inn
3 Br, 2 Bath +Loft, Dogs OK! - Ask about mid-week specials

3 Br, 2 Bath +Loft, Dogs OK! - Ask about mid-week specials

Truckee CA
Stay at this cabin in Truckee. Enjoy a fitness center, laundry facilities, and tennis courts. Popular attractions Donner Lake and Tahoe Donner Tennis Center ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (114 reviews)
"Home was clean...except for cobwebs up a bit higher than the cleaners did. Decks were not too usable as they were covered with pine needles. Otherwise, facilities were good, manageable, directions to open and close house were good. We only did breakfast there, rest of the day was with family. Good ..."

Reviewed on Oct 9, 2026

3 Br, 2 Bath +Loft, Dogs OK! - Ask about mid-week specials
Superb lakefront home with mountain & lake views, fireplace, tennis & washer&dryer

Superb lakefront home with mountain & lake views, fireplace, tennis & washer&dryer

Truckee CA
Stay at this cabin in Truckee. Enjoy cable/satellite TV service, an in-room coffeemaker, and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Donner Lake and Donner Memorial ...
4/10 (1 review)
"This property on So. Shore Drive in Truckee was built in 1970. The view is great. The condition of the house is opposite of great. We are 6 very experienced ww travelers. The kitchen looks like a 1970s kitchen. The stove had 2 of 4 non functioning burners and the cabinets should be replaced asap ..."

Reviewed on Sep 20, 2026

Superb lakefront home with mountain & lake views, fireplace, tennis & washer&dryer
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Calpine?
The best time to visit Calpine is from May through September, when the weather is typically mild and pleasant. For travelers seeking fewer crowds and better value, the cooler, snowier months from November through February offer a different experience.
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Should I stay in a hotel or vacation rental in Calpine?
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