Have an intimate private experience surrounded by our own 114 acres of pristine landscape. The beauty of the lodge set against the stunning backdrop of the High Sierras is an idyllic setting for up to 120 guests. If you're looking for a premier party venue for your next event, look no further than The Rainbow Lodge.
We look forward to being your choice for a wedding reception or private event venue. You and your guests are sure to find a retreat from everyday life that will have a lasting impression. The Rainbow Tavern & Lodge is located on the South Yuba River along a section of the historic Emigrant Trail. During the 1800's the land was a popular.
We look forward to being your choice for a wedding reception or private event venue. You and your guests are sure to find a retreat from everyday life that will have a lasting impression. The Rainbow Tavern & Lodge is located on the South Yuba River along a section of the historic Emigrant Trail. During the 1800's the land was a popular.
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Located on 114 acres along the South Yuba River, the Rainbow Lodge has provided guests traveling in the Sierras with a place to stay for 150 years. Travelers making the journey west to California in the mid-1800s, whether by horse or covered wagon, found shelter and camaraderie at the Rainbow Lodge.
The historic Rainbow Lodge is the ideal location to bring friends and family together for a memorable Tahoe experience. Our 30 guest rooms can accommodate up to 60 guests (65 guests if kids' rooms are used) and our convenient location just off of I-80 in Soda Springs provides easy access to everything Tahoe has to offer.
With 30 individual guest rooms and multiple, flexible common areas for groups to gather, the Lodge is an ideal environment for productive off-site meetings. The Rainbow Lodge offers two authentic Tahoe meeting spaces: The 650 square foot Yuba Room features views of the Sierra Nevada and the South Yuba River.
Thank you for considering The Rainbow Lodge for your special day! The Lodge features 30 guest rooms with various sleeping arrangements and can accommodate up to 60 guests for an intimate experience surrounded by our own 114 acres of pristine landscape. The beauty of the lodge set against the stunning backdrop of the High Sierras is an idyllic setting for weddings and receptions year-round.
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Katie A.
Nov 19, 2021
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My husband and I recently got married at the Rainbow Lodge. It was the first (and only) venue we visited, and we could not be happier with our decision. All of our guests enjoyed what the Lodge and the surroundings had to offer. It really is a special place at a beautiful location.
The Site Managers, Emily and Spencer, were an absolute dream to work with! They were very accomodating to all our requests - before, during, and after our weekend.
The Site Managers, Emily and Spencer, were an absolute dream to work with! They were very accomodating to all our requests - before, during, and after our weekend.
Brandi Esquivel-Hossay
Oct 19, 2021
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Gilbert Balderrama
Sep 16, 2021
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We went to a wedding here. This is a beautiful venue that enhanced the already wonderful occasion which can be found nestled discreetly within the forest near Lake Tahoe, California. Food was delicious and served by the friendly and very professional staff.
Dancing among the stars and trees gave the night a surreal ambiance that I'll fondly remember for a long time. It was a magical night for all.
Dancing among the stars and trees gave the night a surreal ambiance that I'll fondly remember for a long time. It was a magical night for all.
Mollee Johnston
May 25, 2021
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R. J.
Apr 15, 2021
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I'M. Nobody
Sep 12, 2020
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Sarah P.
Mar 24, 2020
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When you think of rainbow you think of happiness, sunshine and butterflies. Well that's completely opposite of what i experienced. I called and asked if they were open (due to COVID-19) i was curious. The lady who answered the phone wasn't just rude.. she belittle me and made me feel so stupid. If you're running a business i would think they would be polite and helpful, especially to a future paying customer. It's common curtesy.
Charmaine Moreno
Sep 12, 2019
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Matthew LaRocca
Sep 04, 2019
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Spent the weekend here for a friend's wedding. The lodge itself is nice and there are nice grounds to walk around the lodge. The managers have a number of strict rules regarding the kitchen and bar but they are not totally unreasonable.
The interior has a great rustic feel and lots of old pictures from the late 1800's - 1900's which I enjoyed. The room we were assigned to was comfortable.
The interior has a great rustic feel and lots of old pictures from the late 1800's - 1900's which I enjoyed. The room we were assigned to was comfortable.
Emily Alford Jewell
Aug 19, 2019
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I am still absolutely glowing from my wedding weekend at the Rainbow Lodge this past weekend!!!
First, there's so much I can say about how wonderful Yvonne and Rolf, the caretakers of the lodge are. They are incredibly professional, clear with communication, and knowledgeable about how to make your weekend the best it can be - and they were such a calming presence over my wedding weekend. My entire family sings their praises, and is actually in this moment trying to adopt them into ours because they were so wonderful!!
The lodge itself is wonderful, and bespoke with the most special details and
First, there's so much I can say about how wonderful Yvonne and Rolf, the caretakers of the lodge are. They are incredibly professional, clear with communication, and knowledgeable about how to make your weekend the best it can be - and they were such a calming presence over my wedding weekend. My entire family sings their praises, and is actually in this moment trying to adopt them into ours because they were so wonderful!!
The lodge itself is wonderful, and bespoke with the most special details and
Greg M.
Jun 16, 2018
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Phil M.
Feb 22, 2017
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We called in for drinks on Super Bowl Sunday, and were thrilled to see that the newly rechristened Rainbow Tavern & Lodge was open for happy hour with a buffet.
The new owners have done an excellent job in freshening and brightening up the interior, and the bar was sparkling, warm and cheery. The beer and wine selections were inclusive and interesting, the service was very friendly, and the happy hour pricing was a steal.
Ignore all the negative pre-2014 reviews, and come and try it - you won't be disappointed.
The new owners have done an excellent job in freshening and brightening up the interior, and the bar was sparkling, warm and cheery. The beer and wine selections were inclusive and interesting, the service was very friendly, and the happy hour pricing was a steal.
Ignore all the negative pre-2014 reviews, and come and try it - you won't be disappointed.
Randy K.
Feb 21, 2017
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The Rainbow Lodge is under new Ownership (May2016) and Managers Liz and Randy since October last year. They are working hard to bring the visions of what the Lodge and Tavern were from the past before the Royal Gorge ownership, bankruptcy and the most recent owners who bless their efforts tried to repair and bring back the heritage and history of the Rainbow Lodge.
The lodge is now a venue or group event facility for Reunions, Birthdays, Corporate outings, and of course Weddings.
The Bar and Tavern has been struggling to be open most weekends even through snow falls, flooding and rain in between
The lodge is now a venue or group event facility for Reunions, Birthdays, Corporate outings, and of course Weddings.
The Bar and Tavern has been struggling to be open most weekends even through snow falls, flooding and rain in between
Leslie T.
Feb 04, 2017
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This is a lodge and tavern ... so expect friendly service and good food! Leave your Bay Area attitudes in the snow or at the door, this place is historic.
There is happy hour so pull off the HWY AND GO IN for a drink or watch the game or even play corn-hole. This is a place to enjoy the river in a relaxed TAHOE PLACE.
My family was pleased with the burgers. My husband and I had the pork chop with blueberries and the Chicken Cordon Blue,the sautéed veggies and Augraton potatoes.
WE will be back.
There is happy hour so pull off the HWY AND GO IN for a drink or watch the game or even play corn-hole. This is a place to enjoy the river in a relaxed TAHOE PLACE.
My family was pleased with the burgers. My husband and I had the pork chop with blueberries and the Chicken Cordon Blue,the sautéed veggies and Augraton potatoes.
WE will be back.
Danny White
Jan 07, 2017
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The location is absolutely stunning, and the snow is just amazing, if you're looking for peace and quiet with a country setting this is the place to be, the food and service were just so comforting that I just didn't want to leave, i really felt at home, and so did my children who wanted to stay just as much as we did, my thanks to all the staff who really made us fell so welcome, your the best, can't wait to visit again, thank you you so much hope to see you soon☺
Colin R.
Apr 02, 2015
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Herb F.
Jun 24, 2014
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No huge banner hangs outside, but the public needs to know: Rainbow Lodge is under new management. We were in the area and needed a place to spend the night, and we were fortunate to find the Rainbow Lodge. The rooms were comfortable and the 2 queen size beds in our room were a bonus because the kids had a bed to themselves. We grabbed a bite at the restaurant downstairs, and the service was on point! We were actually waited on by the Owner's daughters (superwoman and super girl)... We just grabbed some burgers and fries but next time we hope to try their steaks (which we hear are pretty
Natalie D.
Mar 03, 2014
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I am wavering between 3 and 4 stars. Given the new management and we came just as they reopened, I am giving it a 4. I like the owners and the property a lot. I stayed here the weekend of March 2, 2014. The lodge has just reopened under new ownership. So reviews prior to January or so 2014 wouldn't apply anymore in terms of management.Hopefully they can get a fresh start.
The good: the location is really easy to get to from San Francisco if you want to access ski areas in Donner and Truckee area, especially Sugar Bowl and Northstar is reasonably close. Royal Gorge is super close
The good: the location is really easy to get to from San Francisco if you want to access ski areas in Donner and Truckee area, especially Sugar Bowl and Northstar is reasonably close. Royal Gorge is super close
Jen S.
Mar 02, 2014
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Found this place on a whim and LOVED it. We went on a spontaneous trip to the snow and after Nyack, almost gave up finding any snow worth stopping for but once we found "winter" we found the Rainbow Lodge. We decided to spend the night in room 24 and wow, what a nice experience.
No tv, small bathroom and tiny room was just enough to have a gooooood night's sleep after playing in the snow.
The foyer is warm and inviting, the new owners very friendly and the lodge homey and comfortable. The fireplace was burning bright next to comfy couches and chairs. One TV graced the room
No tv, small bathroom and tiny room was just enough to have a gooooood night's sleep after playing in the snow.
The foyer is warm and inviting, the new owners very friendly and the lodge homey and comfortable. The fireplace was burning bright next to comfy couches and chairs. One TV graced the room
Eric B.
May 02, 2011
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The Rainbow Lodge has been one of my affordable overnight choices when up in the North Lake Tahoe area for skiing. It's not Resort fancy, but it's not the Clair Tappan Lodge either. It's also old Europe charming, comfortable, and funky cool. I also like the rustic bar, breakfast in the morning, the wilderness setting (and right off I-80), and the haunting legacy of this Lodge. It's just the place that my elderly Parents would also stay. The rooms are also a bit small and not all of them come with a private shower (which would keep Gayle away). They once distinguished that by
