Historian Inn

2.5 star property
Travelers gather around the lobby fireplace or enjoy salon services, with self parking and express check-out adding convenience.

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The Historian Inn sits in the city center, offering a warm atmosphere with its lobby fireplace and complimentary in-room WiFi. Guests can enjoy hair salon services or host events in the banquet hall. Previous visitors consistently praise the attentive staff.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds (No Pets)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (No Pets)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible,Ground Floor (Pet Friendly with Pet Fee)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 305 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View (Shared Balcony No Pets Faces Highway)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 298 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (No Pets )

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 298 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ground Floor (Pet Friendly with Pet Fee)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Ground Floor (Pet Friendly with Pet Fee)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
1427 US Highway 395 N, Gardnerville, NV, 89410

What's nearby

  • Sharkey's Casino - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Lampe Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Carson Valley Museum and Cultural Center - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Carson River - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Carson Valley Casino - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Reno Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Carson Valley Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Katies at Carson Valley Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪JJ's Mexican Food - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Historian Inn

Motel in the city center
Historian Inn provides amenities like a hair salon and a fireplace in the lobby. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, smoke-free premises, and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Historian Inn have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and minibars. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 37-inch HDTVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Ski passes

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Hair salon
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • In a state park

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2000
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 37-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out fee: USD 50.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 2:00 AM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 40 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 11 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 40 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50.00

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Historian Gardnerville
Historian Inn
Historian Inn Gardnerville
Historian Inn Motel
Historian Inn Gardnerville
Historian Inn Motel Gardnerville

Frequently asked questions

Is Historian Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 40 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Historian Inn?

As of Dec 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historian Inn on Jan 5, 2026 start from $86.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Historian Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Historian Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 50.00.

Where is Historian Inn located?

Located in the heart of Gardnerville, this motel is within a 5-minute walk of Sharkey's Casino, Carson Valley Museum and Cultural Center, and Lampe Park. Carson River and Carson Valley Casino are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

Historian Inn Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 478 out of 995 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 327 out of 995 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 102 out of 995 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 995 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 995 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laurel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, the staff was friendly and helpful. The location allowed for plenty of walkable dining and entertainment.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes room was excellent everything I needed refrigerator microwave soap good towels nice decorative things and good coffee and paddles:)
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and didn't smell.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice downtown location. Good value for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, and it was quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Madeleine n

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cute & comfy place. Food, shops, & a casino in walking distance. The wedding venue- The Jacob Berry Farm was a 3 minute drive. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean rooms. Staff was friendly and helpful. I’ve stayed here a few times and it is the same every stay. Easy in and out parking!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, Good donuts in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mandie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place. Clean and easy.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Lily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We went for the wine walk. It was the perfect area. Next time I'll get a ride to the starting area then walk home! Staff was quick with requests & very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lynne

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

Comfortable and central Gardnerville

Location was central for Gardnerville, park close by to go for a walk, lobby had lots of comfortable chairs to enjoy morning donut and drink and great place to read
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We liked the price and convenient location, the staff, and the Basque restaurant across the street.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Little Costly last minute because I was screwed out of a room at the other end of town but this place is definitely the way to go. Food in all directions. Rooms are comfy and are a good place to digest JTs food from across the street.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I really liked the shared deck. It is also right across the street from the best Basque restaurant in the state.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
God restaurants within walking distance. Quiet.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I highly recommend the Historian Inn. My room was very clean and comfortable and had a somewhat quaint feel, which was carried over from the warm, charming lobby. The staff was very nice and capable. About that clean room, I note that even though I didn't have a pet, I was given a pet friendly room, since all the no pet rooms were taken. And the room I got was still perfectly clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ritamarie

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

Base camp

I felt safe Travelling solo They had a great reading room in the lobby Helpful and caring staff Easy access to local sites and restaurants
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
room was very comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were good we had a nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great stay

Great stay in comfortable room. Staff was really friendly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean. I was given the wrong room and overall that wasn’t that big of a deal. What was a big deal, the clerk gave someone else my room code and at approx. 9:30 pm someone came in my room while I was in bed and the safety latch didn’t hold the door so needless to say I didn’t sleep well nor did I feel very safe. I was by myself and a woman. What if I had been naked, in the shower or in the midst of something. I called the front desk and while they were apologetic it didn’t change what happened. I asked for a refund at check out and was denied not offered any sort of compensation. The employee on duty had to call the manager, Lydia and she wouldn’t even talk to me. Expedia is dealing with this now. I get things happen but that’s something that should never happen! The Historian is an older hotel but it’s in a good location. It could use some updating.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice facility, clean, convenient, safe, pet friendly. Unfortunately, Gardnerville generally was 'fair' in friendliness, e.g., No trespassing, private property, no dogs, no hippies, no etc.; not a welcoming atmosphere for visitors.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Margarita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property and location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stan

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

Nice Place To Stay

Very quaint, clean and comfortable place to stay. I particularly liked the lobby area. It had a warm, friendly feel to it due to it's rustic decor and the seats/couches were quite comfortable. Highly recommend this motel.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, well maintained
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025