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The Lodge at Blue Lakes in Upper Lake, CA

5135 CA-20 • Upper Lake, CA 95485

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Aerial view of a lakeside marina with several boats docked, surrounded by buildings, trees, and hills under a clear blue sky.

A dock with several boats, some with blue canopies, is moored on a lake near a building, surrounded by trees and a hillside.

Outdoor dining area on a wooden deck overlooking a blue lake, with boats docked nearby and green hills in the background under a clear sky.

A small dog sits on a neatly made bed in a bedroom with a window, two robes hanging in an open closet, and a tray on the bed.

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The Lodge at Blue Lakes offers lakeside serenity with mountain views, eco-friendly boat rentals, and family- and pet-friendly rooms in Northern California’s scenic Upper Lake. Located near Ceago Estate Winery, Mendocino Brewing Company, and the Ukiah Golf Course, enjoy hiking, wine tasting, birdwatching, and water adventures. The Skunk Train on East Commercial St. is just a 30-minute drive.

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Good To Know

Minimum age to check in is 21.
Pet-friendly rooms are subject to fees and availability. See FAQs for details.
The hotel does not have elevators. The entire units are located on the ground floor.
Microwave and mini refrigerator are included in each room.
Some rooms feature a fully furnished kitchen, a spa bath, a fireplace, and a spacious living area.
Experience fun adventures like hiking, cycling, wine tasting, swimming, birdwatching, and boating using electric boats, kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, and go-floats.
Located near Upper Lake County Park and Mill Creek County Park.
Electric boats and yachts are available on-site for rent to enjoy Blue Lakes!
Guests can fish from the pier onsite at Blue Lakes and grill a delicious meal on the outdoor BBQ grills.
Rent a kayak or paddleboard and head out to the lake to enjoy the beautiful scenery and wildlife.

Boat Rental
Handicapped Access
Non-Smoking Rooms
Outside Corridors
Pet Friendly
Sun Deck
Internet Access in Public Areas (free)
Wedding Services
Free Parking
Beachfront
Fishing Deck/Pier
Patio/Veranda
Barbecue Grill(s)
Picnic Area
Private Beach
Smoke-free Property

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Check-In: 3:00pm Check-Out: 11:00am

Enjoy the beauty of nature in The Lodge at Blue Lakes, which features electric boat rentals, fishing, and hiking. Upper Lake City Center is approximately eight minutes away and just off Highway 20. Ceago Vinegarden is about 13 miles from the lodge. Mendocino Brewing Company and the Ukiah Golf Course are within a 25-minute drive away.

A TV, a small fridge, and a coffeemaker are included in each room. Selected rooms feature beds with crisp linens, a dining table for two, a fully furnished kitchen, a spacious living room, a spa bath, or a fireplace. BBQ facilities and a lakeside gazebo are located on-site.

Important Information

Pet Policy: Your well-behaved dogs are welcome with a maximum of 2 per room, weighing 50 lbs or less at a $35 + tax fee per dog per night. For dogs from 50 to 75 lbs maximum weight, the fee will be $70 + tax fee per dog per night. Due to insurance policy, the hotel is unable to accept the following purebreds and mixed breeds: Pit Bull, Rottweiler, German Shepherd, Presa Canario, Cane Corso, Mastiffs, Bull Dogs, Chows, and Akita. Other pets such as cats, pot-bellied pigs, birds, reptiles, and livestock are not allowed. Please notify the hotel prior to the arrival date if traveling with a pet. Pet-friendly rooms are limited.
Parking: Overnight parking is free for hotel guests for the duration of their stay, but up to a maximum of 2 cars per room. Registered day users may use the parking lot until sunset.

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Outdoor deck with metal tables and chairs overlooking a lake, surrounded by trees and forested hills under a clear blue sky.

A round glass table with two chairs on a deck overlooks a blue lake, surrounded by green hills under a clear sky.

Aerial view of a small lake bordered by green hills, docks with boats, nearby buildings, and a road running along one side.

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Small boats and red kayaks are docked on a lake surrounded by green and brown hills under a clear blue sky.

The Lodge at Blue Lakes Reviews

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eveadamo

Pacifica, California

"Service went down. Very rude and dishonest with your reservations."

Reviewed September 10, 2025 NEW

We have been coming to this property for 25 years. Previous owner kept it clean and very inviting. They had coffee and breakfast on weekends included into the price. People came to relax and enjoy the nature. Since the property has been sold, it changed quite number of the owners. None of them didn't try keep it on the same level it was before. The prices almost doubled, they removed breakfast, they started to charge for everything, for BBQ usage , for gazebo usage, for staying after checkout on the beach for couple hours. Rooms are not clean anymore, if you complaint about something, their current manager Hattie Gettis will suggest you NOT to come anymore if you are not happy. One more thing, as this property on the water, mosquitos are vicious there. They supposed to spray the beach against that, it has been done by older owner regularly, never had any problems. On top of that, they are very fraudulent with your reservations. We reserved this place using one of the 3rd party back in January to make sure we have lake view rooms. We have used that 3rd party before without any issues. On Sep 5th we supposed to be checked in, after driving for 2.5 hrs from SF we were told that they don't have our reservations in their system. Two rooms were sold out to the party they have at that day. We showed them confirmations from 3rd party with paid off the rooms, Hattie Gettis told us that all complaints should go directly to that 3rd party, they don't have our reservations. We called to the 3rd party and they confirmed that reservation has been made and paid off fully back in January, 3 rd party returned our money, however, Lodge told us rudely that if we don't like it, don't come back. The lake is beautiful, the Lodge is awful now

Safari751073

"The lodge at upper lake mold and mildew"

Reviewed August 16, 2025

Room was filthy. Refrigerator was leaking on floor went to management and was accused of calling the health department which honestly the health department wouldn’t be a bad idea. Employees were either preoccupied or rude. Definitely would suggest anyone thinking of staying to just avoid.

jonathanfN8666CH

"Great place to rent from and enjoy a lake day!"

Reviewed August 15, 2025

Staff were very friendly and helpful. Multiple different watercraft available for rent. The lake was very clean and even had rope swings available. There was a disruptive group that was drunk that had to get kicked out after crashing a boat and speeding past other swimmers, please be respectful of other lake attendees!

Nomad54913657776

"Blue Lakes Gem"

Reviewed April 23, 2025

Excellent location right on the lake, gas and charcoal BBQs for the guests to use, boats available for rent, fishing from the dock, clean and comfortable rooms, and Erick is as thorough and gracious an innkeeper as you will ever find. We will be back!

C6750NYcatheriner

"Nice lakefront place, horrible beds"

Reviewed April 14, 2025

The beds were awful. Hard and if one moved on them it sounded as though they were sleeping on a plastic shower curtain. I’m sure our neighbors could hear us move! The walls are so thin. Our neighbor had a big Siberian husky and, although the dog was very well behaved, we could hear it walking, pacing , scuttling and moving furniture. The road side rooms are noisy from highway noise. The lake is pretty and the manager super friendly. The room was clean. Hot water. Been at the hotel several times in the past but with those beds this was our last visit.

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The Lodge at Blue Lakes is located at 5135 CA-20 • Upper Lake, CA 95485

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Frequently Asked Questions about The Lodge at Blue Lakes

What is the minimum age to check-in?

The reservation holder must be at least 21 years old to check in with a matching, valid, government-issued photo ID and credit card.

What time are check-in and check-out?

Check-in is at 3:00 pm and check-out is at 11:00 am.

Does the hotel serve a complimentary breakfast?

No. Breakfast is available for a fee.

Will my room have a mini-fridge and/or microwave?

Yes. Both are included in each room.

Can I request a rollaway bed and/or crib?

Cribs and roll-away beds are not permitted.

Does the property offer WiFi access?

Yes. Complimentary WiFi access is offered to hotel guests.

Is The Lodge at Blue Lakes pet-friendly?

Yes. Your well-behaved dogs are welcome with a maximum of 2 per room weighing 50 lbs or less at a $35 + tax fee per dog per night. For dogs from 50 to 75 lbs maximum weight, the fee will be $70 + tax fee per dog per night. Due to insurance policy, the hotel is unable to accept the following purebreds and mixed breeds: Pit Bull, Rottweiler, German Shepherd, Presa Canario, Cane Corso, Mastiffs, Bull Dogs, Chows, and Akita. Other pets such as cats, pot-bellied pigs, birds, reptiles, and livestock are not allowed. Please notify the hotel prior to the arrival date if traveling with a pet. Pet-friendly rooms are limited.

Can I reserve a smoking room?

No, all of the rooms are strictly non-smoking. There is a $200 fee for individuals that violate this policy.

Does the hotel have a pool?

No.

Is parking available?

Overnight parking is free for hotel guests for the duration of their stay but up to a maximum of 2 cars per room. Registered day users may use the parking lot until sunset.

Is the hotel accessible? What accessible amenities are available?

The hotel has limited accessibility. Please contact the hotel directly for specific accessible needs to ensure the hotel will be able to meet your requirements

Is there a resort fee?

Yes, the hotel charges a USD 3 + tax resort fee collected at check-in.

Are there any additional charges besides room and tax?

A security deposit of a minimum of $200 + tax per room is required upon check-in. The fee is refundable at the hotel's discretion. A CA Tourism Fee and LCTID Assessment fee will be added to your booking.

What are the attractions nearby The Lodge at Blue Lakes?

Below are the top attractions near The Lodge at Blue Lakes and their approximate distances: - Skunk Train (East Commercial St.) 29.1 miles - Ceago Estate Winery 13.1 miles - Mendocino Brewing Company 20.8 miles - Ukiah Golf Course 20.4 miles - Upper Lake County Park 6.7 miles - Mill Creek County Park 25 miles - Riverside Park 20.8 miles - Ukiah Sports Complex 19.2 miles