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About this property
West River House
At West River House, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Donner Lake and Boreal Mountain Resort. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Other highlights include a snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
12 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 16
Check-out time is 11 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with special check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 16
Children
Children (5 years old and younger) not allowed
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
No onsite parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Snack bar/deli
What to do
Downhill skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Virtual front desk
Facilities
Garden
Terrace
Library
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Shower only
Free toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
More
Limited housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 25
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a security system on site.
This property accepts credit cards.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Guests should be aware that a dog resides at this property.
Also known as
Redlight Hostel Truckee
Redlight Hostel
Redlight Truckee
Redlight Historic Bunk Hotel Speakeasy Truckee
Redlight Historic Bunk Hotel Speakeasy
Redlight Historic Bunk Speakeasy Truckee
Redlight Historic Bunk Speakeasy
Redlight Historic Bunk Speake
West River House Truckee
Redlight Historic Bunk Hotel Speakeasy
Redlight Historic Bunk Hotel Speakeasy Hostel
West River House Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
West River House Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Truckee
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at West River House?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at West River House?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at West River House.
What are the check-in and check-out times at West River House?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 25.
Is there an onsite casino at West River House?
No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Crystal Bay Casino (20-min drive) and Jim Kelley's Tahoe Nugget Casino (20-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at West River House and nearby?
Have fun with nearby winter activities like ice skating, cross-country skiing, and snowboarding. West River House also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near West River House?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around West River House like?
West River House is a short 6-minute walk from Truckee Station and 4 minutes' walk from Commercial Row.
West River House Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 8, 2022
Stayed in the annex. Super nice staff, very cool vibe. Was there for my cousin’s wedding so didn’t get to hang out at the little bar at all but will next time. Friends who were through-hiking the PCT highly recommended and they were right.
Erik
Erik, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Sep 7, 2022
Vivian
Vivian, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jun 10, 2022
The room was tiny.
Jessica
Jessica, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 6, 2022
Great price for the location
Philippe
Philippe, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 5, 2022
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
May 1, 2022
Great little spot
When they offer ear plugs, take them. When you see the white noise machine, use it. Besides noise levels, it’s legit
Brian
Brian, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 9, 2022
Great staff
William
William, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 3, 2022
Redlight hostel Truckee
Great hostel in a great location! Nice staff, sauna, nice showers, wifi, small bar w ice cream and drinks available for purchase.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 28, 2022
Home Away from Home
It felt like home away from home. We would definitely stay again.
Andrea
Andrea, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 26, 2022
William
William, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 21, 2022
Had a great vibe proper balance between privacy and community.
Devin
Devin, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 31, 2022
This hostel is in a great location and has easy parking. It's very clean. The host, Michael, was fantastic -- a great gjuy and a credit to the Redlight (and humanity).
Elisabeth
Elisabeth, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 18, 2022
One of a kind, a unique experience for my kids and me, homey, very friendly and helpful manager/greeter/bartender/ice cream scooper. Thank you so much!
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 18, 2022
Danette
Danette, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 22, 2021
Checked in after midnight. Very comfortable room. Beautiful historic location.
Christine
Christine, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 15, 2021
Was great amazing lil room
JOHN
JOHN, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Sep 30, 2021
Didn't like the amenities that weren't offered. Such as no coffee no TV etc.
Britt
Britt, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 22, 2021
thea
thea, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 15, 2021
This is a very unique lodging. Very quaint, clean, and comfortable.
Mary
Mary, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Aug 10, 2021
Great for a hostel. Know what you're getting
It's a hostel and I opted for the bunk because it's the most affordable option in Truckee. Its a good deal and nice people there. It's my 3rd time staying there and love the building. I was able to work in the bar area in the morning and noone was awake so I could do my work and drink my coffee in peace.
It's walking distance to everything in downtown Truckee.
Their bar is great too.
No complaints from me for the affordability. Next price up in Truckee is over $3 bills a night.
Royce
Royce, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 5, 2021
Great hostel in Truckee
This was my first stay, but probably not my last. Great location, great price, great place if you just need a chill place to sleep vs a resort! Nothing fancy, but it was comfortable and suited my needs. The other guests were friendly and they even have a sauna.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 2, 2021
Awesomeness
Absolutely awesome. And the most comfortable bed and any hostel that I have ever stayed out anywhere in the world, go figure. Great find.
Daniel
Daniel, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
Aug 2, 2021
Didn't stay at this place. Didn't like it. No tv in the room and the small room was near the bar. People check in at the bar. The entrance is from the bar. Awful! We ended up going to a better place.
Verified traveler
1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 1, 2021
Is a 5 star hostel a thing? Great experience would definitely return.