Scout loves
- Just steps from the Palisades Tahoe gondola and village lifts
- Stylish yet cozy alpine-inspired rooms with modern amenities
- Excellent restaurant and lively bar for après-ski
- Warm, attentive staff and personalized service
- Outdoor hot tubs and year-round heated pool with mountain views
Scout tips
- Rooms facing the road can get a bit noisy on busy weekends—request a mountain view room
- Book restaurant reservations early during peak ski season
- Limited underground parking; valet service recommended
- The bar scene can be lively—great for social guests, less ideal for early sleepers
- Complimentary ski valet makes mornings easy before hitting the lifts
SCOUT REVIEW
PlumpJack Inn is one of Palisades Tahoe’s best-loved boutique hotels, known for its prime location, welcoming vibe, and understated mountain chic. Just steps from the base area, it blends casual California style with the intimacy of a small lodge—perfect for skiers who want convenience without sacrificing comfort.
The 56 rooms are modern, warm, and thoughtfully designed, with natural wood tones, plush bedding, and spa-like bathrooms. While it’s not overly flashy, everything feels fresh and polished. Some rooms have gas fireplaces and views of the surrounding peaks, making them especially cozy after a day on the slopes.
Skiers will appreciate how easy it is to get on the mountain—just walk a few steps to the Palisades Tahoe Village lifts or the Funitel. After skiing, guests often gather in the vibrant PlumpJack Bar, which serves craft cocktails and hearty bites. The on-site restaurant, one of the best in the area, is known for creative California cuisine and a well-curated wine list.
When it’s time to unwind, the outdoor hot tubs and heated pool are ideal for soaking up mountain views. Service is friendly, professional, and relaxed—staff members seem genuinely happy to help guests make the most of their stay.
Overall, PlumpJack Inn offers the perfect balance of slope-side convenience, great food, and boutique charm in Palisades Tahoe.
Who should stay here
Ideal for couples, small groups, or discerning skiers who value location, good food, and an intimate atmosphere over large-scale resort amenities.
Location
PlumpJack Inn boasts one of the best locations in Palisades Tahoe—just a short walk to the Aerial Tram, Funitel, and village lifts. Guests can easily explore the Palisades Tahoe Village shops and restaurants, all within minutes on foot. Free shuttles connect to nearby Alpine Meadows and Tahoe City, making it a top pick for convenience and accessibility.
Find a great map of the Palisades Tahoe resort area and location of the PlumpJack Inn here.
- Short walk to lifts
About Palisades Tahoe
Palisades Tahoe (formerly Squaw Valley and Alpine Meadows) is a mammoth ski resort area, with almost 4000 acres of terrain - and not just any terrain, some of the best in North America. Ask any Tahoe local where the best extreme skiing is and they’ll answer Palisades. On any powder day the die-hards flock to KT-22 – sometimes it’s more fun just watching them hucking off terrifying cliffs than skiing yourself. That said, this resort has more than enough intermediate and beginner terrain to keep everyone grinning ear to ear, and boasts one of the longest ski seasons in the whole of the USA. Team this up with dramatic alpine scenery and some of the most progressive terrain, spread across 14 popular mountain zones, Palisades Tahoe is right up there as one of our go-to ski destinations in the USA.
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