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HAKUNA MATATA

Photo gallery for HAKUNA MATATA

A wooden deck with a hot tub, a covered umbrella, and a statue.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a television. There is a window with curtains, a door leading to another room, and a mirror on the wall.
A two-story house with a balcony, a covered porch, and a mailbox.
A bathroom with a bathtub, a window, a candle, and a book titled "Guided Meditation" on the counter.
A covered outdoor area with a wooden roof supported by metal posts, leading to a building with a blue exterior.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Kitchenette
  • Barbecue
  • Refrigerator
  • Garage parking available
  • Internet

Explore the area

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South Lake Tahoe, CA
  • Place, Heavenly Valley Creek
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Bijou Community Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, El Dorado Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Number of living rooms
Garden

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About the area

South Lake Tahoe

Located in Montgomery Estates, a neighbourhood in South Lake Tahoe, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a river. Heavenly Ski Resort and Heavenly Gondola are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lakeside Beach and Emerald Bay State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at South Lake Tahoe Ice Arena or Tahoe Blue Event Center. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging.
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Map
South Lake Tahoe, CA

What's nearby

  • Heavenly Valley Creek - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Bijou Community Park - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • High Meadows Trailhead - 5 min drive - 2.2 km
  • El Dorado Beach - 7 min drive - 6.5 km
  • South Lake Tahoe Ice Arena - 8 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

  • Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Three Pines Coffee Co. - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cascade Kitchens - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is HAKUNA MATATA pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at HAKUNA MATATA ?

As of 1 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at HAKUNA MATATA on 2 November 2026 start from NZ$654, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at HAKUNA MATATA ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at HAKUNA MATATA ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at HAKUNA MATATA ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is HAKUNA MATATA located?

Located in Montgomery Estates, this holiday home is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Heavenly Valley Creek and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Heavenly Ski Resort. High Meadows Trailhead and Bijou Community Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very welcoming and great amenities. It’s very cozy place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

The place is good
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Great amenities, felt like home, beautiful yard
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was clean, cozy, and welcoming. We loved the outdoor area and especially the hammock.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another great stay

This was our second stay here and it was just as nice as the first time. Terrific hosts, warm and cozy atmosphere, everything you need for a perfect stay in Tahoe!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bday getaway

Wonderful place. We had a great time!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pleasant and clean place for 2-3 people

Close to the ski lift and nice jacuzzi after a day on the slopes
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
, amazing time! Will bring my wife next time, I know she'll love it
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hakuna Matata floated the troubles away

Loved the house- so cute. The owner was very kind in helping me light the fire as well. The kids and I loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation

The owners are very responsive and awesome hosts! The property was just as described and pictured. It was very comfortable, relaxing, wonderful for a family of 3 (with 9 year old) and gorgeous inside and out! The location is great, just a quick drive to the beach, parks and casino/heavenly area. My family would highly recommend this property!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My wife and I had a great stay here. The space was perfect for two and had everything we needed. So many extras were graciously provided - snacks, water, toothbrushes and toothpaste, travel size tissue packets, hand sanitizer and lip balm. We especially loved the large, gorgeous outdoor deck and soaking bathtub. Very comfortable bed - this is the perfect place to get away and truly relax. Location is great, too.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

4 Nights in South Lake Tahoe

The property is perfect for a couple. The location was great for all of the activities we had planned, i.e., hiking, visiting historic sites, cruising the lake, and it is close to lots of good places to eat. We particularly enjoyed having our wine and cheese in the gazebo in the lovely backyard. We definitely will stay here again when we return to Lake Tahoe.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful private apartment

Beautiful private apartment. Everything was setup with such detailed care for guests needs. It was a 5 star experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 December 2021
Thank you for your lovely review. We loved hosting you guys, and so glad you enjoyed your stay. We truly do try and make your stay at Hakuna Matat
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

It ain't no passing craze

A great escape to the mountains. We loved our stay at Hakuna Matata. The accomodations were great and the comfort was worth every penny. After unloading the car, it really felt like there were no worries for the rest of our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice little place, great character

We did a long-weekend ski trip with our young family. We enjoyed the stay and would happily go back. The place was nice and cozy with good character and personality. The kitchen is well-equip for how minimal it is, but there isn't really a space for 4 people to sit down and eat together. We ended up eating out more than expected.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ski trip

This property was a wonderful place to stay! John and Allison were very responsive hosts and were very hospitable and welcoming. This place was close to lots of restaurants and Heavenly resort, and it was the perfect about of space for two adults. One thing to keep in mind is that even though it appears in searches for “sleeps 4” it only sleeps two adults, and two children, not four adults. We loved the space and would come back in a heartbeat.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Getaway with my daughters

My daughters, 8 & 10, and I stayed at Hakuna Matata two nights for a girls' trip. The accomodations were even more amazing than we imagined. The jetted tub was deep and relaxing and the bathroom was luxurious. Lots of extra goodies and toiletries. Fully stocked coffee bar. Everything you need and then some! Thanks for the wonderful stay! We'll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

July 4

A very clean well maintained place. The only reason I dont give it a perfect rating is the futon/couch. Very uncomfortable place to sit. Only one other chair and thats not bad. But the couch hurts just to sit on it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The most relaxing stay

I felt completely at home and very comfortable staying at their Hakuna Matata getaway. 🦁 🐘 🐒 🦓 These wonderful hosts pay so much attention to detail, there wasn’t a stone left unturned. The privacy alone is worth the stay, but the luxurious, well thought amenities made it complete. The area itself is beautiful and their neck of the woods is very serene. I look forward to another visit. Thank you Alison and John. 🤗
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for our small family!

This was a perfect property for our family (2 adults, 3-year-old, 1-year-old). The neighborhood is quiet but just a short drive from everything we wanted. We used the backyard for some lawn games and s'mores and it was great to have a place to play with the kids right there. The hosts are super friendly and while we didn't have any issues, I could tell that they would be very responsive if we had needed anything. One small thing that was nice was that they had put labels all over the apartment to help you use it - things like which light switches did what and where to find instructions for the hot plate. It was fully stocked with everything we could possibly want - coffee, snacks, soaps and other bath items (the bathtub was great! it was big enough for me to get in with both kids, which they got a kick out of), bathrobes, etc. It is clear that the hosts really thought through what someone staying there would need to have and need to know. We were here in the summer, which was lovely. With the windows open it stayed quite cool. I also think it would be cozy in the winter - we didn't use the fireplaces but they looked really nice. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect home base for visiting with family in Tahoe. Hosts are generous with use of the beautiful back yard.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We had a hakuna matata stay!

Great lodging as advertised. It’s clean, well-maintained, and have all the basics you need (towels, hairdryers, chapstick, bath salts, coffee, tea, cereal bars, soft drinks/ water, eggs, even instant noodle! Great bed and shower too! Great place to stay with a small family / group of friends if you’re vacationing in South Lake Tahoe.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy place

Excellent place and 100 % fit our needs, all you need to stay, warm place
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend getaway

We really enjoyed our stay. We skied all day and came back to a warm, peaceful and cozy place. It had everything we needed to make our time spent there comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing stay at Hakuna Matata

Amazing property. Really nice atmosphere and perfect location in proximity to all the important landmarks in south lake tahoe. The apartment itself was clean, cozy, smelled nice, and well stocked with all the basic appliances and equipment for a comfortable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
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