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Reviews of Northstar California Resort 3 stars

100 Northstar Drive, Truckee, CA 96160, United States

#34 of 44 hotels in Truckee

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 79 hotel reviews

6.0

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    6.9

  • Comfort

    6.8

  • Location

    7.9

  • Facilities

    6.5

  • Staff

    6.8

  • Value for money

    6.4

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  • Reviewed: 5 August 2023

    7.0
    Okay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Old and run down

    Location

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 July 2023

    5.0
    Not impressed
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Didn’t know where things were like the pool No air conditioning 103 degree weather

    Location

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 July 2023

    7.0
    Kids had a great time at their tournament and we enjoyed letting them have some freedom at a beautiful place!
    • Group
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The condo was too removed from everything. Next time we will stay in the new section near everything.

    Nice to have a kitchen and the fireplace.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 October 2022

    5.0
    all around one of the worst group bookings I have had ever had with service.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights

    we had a mix of rooms it took hours to check in. Staff didn't follow thru on getting keys to us they committed too. Floors were dirty

    Location

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 6 September 2022

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Too expensive for being old. We did not stay in the main resort, there were only 2 restaurants open and in one you had to make reservations. The pizza place packed and waiting 1 hr for pizza.

    Location

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 12 February 2022

    5.0
    Very convenient and fun resort.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The particular unit we rented was extremely dated. Comforters were made into the bed under sheets and mine had oatmeal or something all over it. Furniture in living area was all torn up.(leather)

    Stayed in February 2022

  • Reviewed: 7 August 2021

    5.0
    It was just ok.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Studio
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Poor TV reception. Very loud fan. Beds were not very comfortable.

    Location.

    Stayed in August 2021

  • Reviewed: 1 August 2021

    7.0
    Family overall enjoyed the property, each individual was comfortable property was late 90s Deco
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Area was under construction in front of property for walkway replacement/upgrades Would have like to know the location of the property was a distance from the parking lot Three story condo should have been in description for individuals with walking or health issues.

    Stayed in July 2021

  • Reviewed: 1 August 2021

    5.0
    It was an experience for sure.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Service to get fans was a hassle, and one condo was about 3 miles away and was not cleaned had webs, lights not working, window screens were missing and no regular coffee. Very hot and no fans worked. Our family was not comfo rtable.

    Has to pay to use the pool recreation at $5 Person but well worth it. One of our units was very nice and roomy.

    Stayed in July 2021

  • Reviewed: 29 July 2021

    5.0
    Passable
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not in village like booking showed. Bare minimum with amenities, towels etc. paying to get in pool.

    Was not that impressed with property

    Stayed in July 2021

  • Reviewed: 19 July 2021

    6.0
    it was ok, but not special.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 3 nights

    size of the room. microwave was broken. elevator is scary and loud.

    location is convenient. not too far away from the beaches.

    Stayed in July 2021

  • Reviewed: 19 February 2024

    4.0
    not worth the price. could have stayed in a more comfortable location with half the price.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    the bed was very uncomfortable. queen bed was sinking in the middle. heater made so much noise, could not sleep all night. load music from next doors.

    close to ski lifts

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 January 2024

    8.0
    I like ,but not for this money 😊
    • Business trip
    • People with friends
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Old room ,not for this money

    Location

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 January 2024

    4.0
    Disappointing
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Property at Northstar is great

    Oven didn’t work, fireplace didn’t work. Bedroom shades were broken and could not be used for privacy. Unit is older and the pictures were not actually unit

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 September 2023

    3.0
    I would like to visit again but not in the building we were in. It was dirty and not comfortable I almost would like a r
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing was open past 8pm for food room was small and not very clean at all.

    Location

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 August 2023

    1.0
    Not happy!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We came here to be with family and support one another through the very recent loss of our father. Air conditioning unit hummed so loud that we couldn’t sleep, mattresses were not very comfortable, bathroom in unit 218 was incredibly small (no sink, vanity) in bathroom. Had to use kitchen sink. Btw: kitchen was a makeshift kitchenette that was useless. Toilet in room 213, that our kids slept in, ran all night. Additionally, the balconies were being worked on so our sliders were covered in plastic, paint smell was so strong it gave us headaches and my brother in law was sprayed by a pressure washer while he was on his balcony because we had no idea we couldn’t enjoy the outdoor space due to renovations. My husband and I were told that we needed to go inside because they were about to start work on ours. When we contacted the front desk we were told our unit (218) didn’t have an air conditioning unit even though maintenance shared with us that the resort has had complaints about the unit and the owners are very aware as well and the front desk staff was rude and dismissive! The resort itself is shrinking in amenities, including shops and restaurants and charging additional fees to access to the pool/gym is ridiculous. We expect a call from the resort and compensation for these inadequate experiences or we will be sharing our experience within our occupations which are broad reaching and we will NEVER stay here again!

    We’ve been coming here at least a couple times a year for over 10 years. We’ve always liked the location/proximity to Incline and Sand Harbor.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 August 2023

    3.0
    Misadvertised location, lovely condo
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not the location as advertised , the picture shows Northstar village. This is not in the village

    Comfortable, well maintained and quiet

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 August 2023

    1.0
    Look elsewhere
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A lot of hidden fees. No staffing. Extremely overpriced. Very outdated. Small.

    Great location. Adequately clean.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 July 2023

    8.0
    The room was clean and quiet but a little on the small side. The room had a small kitchenette with a fridge and microwav
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was a bit on the smaller. There was a list of things to do before checking out, such as strip your beds of all linen and pile it on your bed. Place all towels in the tub or shower and remove all trash and recyclable items and place in trash bins outside. I do tidy up my hotel rooms before leaving but it never had at to do before.

    The room was clean and quiet. There was a balcony with a table and chairs to relax on. The was not much human interaction you checking at a sales office at the beginning of the road. All directions are emailed to you and entry codes are emailed to you.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2023

    8.0
    Convenient for skiing.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The heater is noisy when active.

    Closed to ski gondola, you can’t walk though, either take the free shuttle or drive and park. The house is spacious and quiet.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 February 2023

    10
    great place, great stay, and family friendly!!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Studio - Split Level
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    how close we were to the village and it was baby friendly!! the shuttle service is awesome too!

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 January 2023

    1.0
    Very poor
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Studio
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It felt like there was a dance class on the floor upstairs. Heater situation was poor, TV selection was poor, lighting was poor

    Great location, snowboarding was great, my facility was basic. Super noisy upstairs constant pounding from upstairs.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 December 2022

    3.0
    Very sad and disappointing!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Studio
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    You need to do better and make it up to our family.

    The staff was great! However; our room was dirty and definitely not what we were promised and what we paid for. very disappointed.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 27 September 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Parking very difficult for seniors with mobility issues, I told staff it was our first time as guests, trying to find out where things were how things work that kind of things no help to us. We figured it out for ourselves

    Location is awesome, very close to lake Tahoe and other places of interest, like Truckee and Reno and it's very relaxing

    Stayed in September 2022

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