The 262-room, lower-middle-range Beach Retreat & Lodge at Tahoe offers a reasonably priced lakeside location with a beach. The property includes a 1,000-foot pier, water-sports rentals, a beach bar, an on-site tavern, lakeside restaurant, a heated outdoor pool and hot tub, and a small gym. But it's located at the southern entrance to South Lake Tahoe, meaning it's closer to grocery store strip malls than the Heavenly gondola, and is not within walking distance of ski resorts, making it more suited to summertime than wintertime. Outdoor movies and luaus provide family-friendly entertainment, and indoor/outdoor event space is available. Basic sea-themed rooms have flat-screen TVs, fireplaces, and coffeemakers, but lack microwaves and not all have mini-fridges. For rooms with more extras and a more central location, consider the Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel at Heavenly.
The 262-room, lower-middle-range Beach Retreat & Lodge at Tahoe offers a reasonably priced lakeside location with a beach. The property includes a 1,000-foot pier, water-sports rentals, a beach bar, an on-site tavern, lakeside restaurant, a heated outdoor pool and hot tub, and a small gym. But it's located at the southern entrance to South Lake Tahoe, meaning it's closer to grocery store strip malls than the Heavenly gondola, and is not within walking distance of ski resorts, making it more suited to summertime than wintertime. Outdoor movies and luaus provide family-friendly entertainment, and indoor/outdoor event space is available. Basic sea-themed rooms have flat-screen TVs, fireplaces, and coffeemakers, but lack microwaves and not all have mini-fridges. For rooms with more extras and a more central location, consider the Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel at Heavenly.
The 99-room Hotel Azure is a cute mid-range property located across the road from the shores of Lake Tahoe and a five-minute drive from Heavenly Mountain Resort. Rooms are comfortable, spacious, and well-equipped, with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and microwaves. Additionally, all have balconies, some offering views of the lake. One of the hotel’s biggest highlights is its outdoor deck, complete with a pool and a two-tiered whirlpool surrounded by pine trees. This boutique offers a range of family-friendly outdoor activities -- including volleyball and free loaner bikes -- as well as a modern gym and a game room for the colder days. There are many restaurants and shops within a short walk or drive of the hotel, but there is no on-site restaurant. Couples seeking something more romantic may want to compare rates at the Postmarc Hotel and Spa Suites.
The 99-room Hotel Azure is a cute mid-range property located across the road from the shores of Lake Tahoe and a five-minute drive from Heavenly Mountain Resort. Rooms are comfortable, spacious, and well-equipped, with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and microwaves. Additionally, all have balconies, some offering views of the lake. One of the hotel’s biggest highlights is its outdoor deck, complete with a pool and a two-tiered whirlpool surrounded by pine trees. This boutique offers a range of family-friendly outdoor activities -- including volleyball and free loaner bikes -- as well as a modern gym and a game room for the colder days. There are many restaurants and shops within a short walk or drive of the hotel, but there is no on-site restaurant. Couples seeking something more romantic may want to compare rates at the Postmarc Hotel and Spa Suites.
The two-and-a-half-pearl Holiday Inn Express South Lake Tahoe offers guests a comfortable stay following its complete upgrade in early 2017. The property isn't directly on Lake Tahoe, but it's centrally located within walking distance to the waterfront, restaurants, casinos, and the gondola at Heavenly Mountain Resort. Highlights include a free hot breakfast, seasonal outdoor pool/whirlpool, indoor whirlpool and sauna, laundry room, and free parking and Wi-Fi. Its 89 guest rooms are cheerful and fresh, with Keurig coffeemakers, mini-fridges, and microwaves, but bathrooms are on the small side. Travelers looking for accommodations closer to the lake can consider Best Western Plus Station House, which has a restaurant/bar and free shuttles to ski resorts -- two features that the Holiday Inn Express doesn’t have.
The two-and-a-half-pearl Holiday Inn Express South Lake Tahoe offers guests a comfortable stay following its complete upgrade in early 2017. The property isn't directly on Lake Tahoe, but it's centrally located within walking distance to the waterfront, restaurants, casinos, and the gondola at Heavenly Mountain Resort. Highlights include a free hot breakfast, seasonal outdoor pool/whirlpool, indoor whirlpool and sauna, laundry room, and free parking and Wi-Fi. Its 89 guest rooms are cheerful and fresh, with Keurig coffeemakers, mini-fridges, and microwaves, but bathrooms are on the small side. Travelers looking for accommodations closer to the lake can consider Best Western Plus Station House, which has a restaurant/bar and free shuttles to ski resorts -- two features that the Holiday Inn Express doesn’t have.
The mid-range Tahoe Lakeshore Lodge and Spa is popular with families and groups who want access to a private beach on Lake Tahoe and condo-style accommodations with full kitchens. Balconies overlooking the lake are a great touch, but some of the furniture could use an update. The two-bedroom loft is ideal for larger groups. While many hotels in this price range offer free entrance to a public beach, this is one of the only properties that offers guests a completely private beach. In the summer, there are free concerts and BBQ facilities. The on-site spa is an unexpected perk, though there isn't a restaurant or bar. If that's a deal breaker for you compare rates at nearby BEST WESTERN Plus Station House Inn, which offers free made-to-order breakfast at its restaurant (but no spa).
The mid-range Tahoe Lakeshore Lodge and Spa is popular with families and groups who want access to a private beach on Lake Tahoe and condo-style accommodations with full kitchens. Balconies overlooking the lake are a great touch, but some of the furniture could use an update. The two-bedroom loft is ideal for larger groups. While many hotels in this price range offer free entrance to a public beach, this is one of the only properties that offers guests a completely private beach. In the summer, there are free concerts and BBQ facilities. The on-site spa is an unexpected perk, though there isn't a restaurant or bar. If that's a deal breaker for you compare rates at nearby BEST WESTERN Plus Station House Inn, which offers free made-to-order breakfast at its restaurant (but no spa).
The 98-room BEST WESTERN Plus Station House Inn is a upper-middle-range property with some nice features and a great Lake Tahoe location. This chain hotel is a step-up from basic motel offerings with a heated outdoor pool open in the summer months and a year-round whirlpool. A full service made to order breakfast at LewMarNel's Steaks and Spirits is included in the price of the room, as is access to a beach three blocks from the hotel. Rooms and suites include flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, and shower/tub combos. Coffeemakers and mini-fridges are convenient touches. It may be worth checking rates at the comparable 3 Peaks Resort and Beach Club, especially if you plan on bringing your dog with you.
The 98-room BEST WESTERN Plus Station House Inn is a upper-middle-range property with some nice features and a great Lake Tahoe location. This chain hotel is a step-up from basic motel offerings with a heated outdoor pool open in the summer months and a year-round whirlpool. A full service made to order breakfast at LewMarNel's Steaks and Spirits is included in the price of the room, as is access to a beach three blocks from the hotel. Rooms and suites include flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, and shower/tub combos. Coffeemakers and mini-fridges are convenient touches. It may be worth checking rates at the comparable 3 Peaks Resort and Beach Club, especially if you plan on bringing your dog with you.
The 50-room Basecamp Hotel is a unique "green" hotel in South Lake Tahoe, with repurposed decorative touches that are rustic yet modern and witty. The hotel offers an outdoor patio with a fire pit and s'mores kits for sale and a rooftop hot tub, and breakfast, Wi-Fi, and parking are all free. Rooms are large, hip, and camping-themed, with balconies and flat-screen TVs, but to the chagrin of many guests, they lack air-conditioning. If you like to keep your room cool, you're better off at the nearby 968 Park Hotel, which offers AC in the summer months.
The 50-room Basecamp Hotel is a unique "green" hotel in South Lake Tahoe, with repurposed decorative touches that are rustic yet modern and witty. The hotel offers an outdoor patio with a fire pit and s'mores kits for sale and a rooftop hot tub, and breakfast, Wi-Fi, and parking are all free. Rooms are large, hip, and camping-themed, with balconies and flat-screen TVs, but to the chagrin of many guests, they lack air-conditioning. If you like to keep your room cool, you're better off at the nearby 968 Park Hotel, which offers AC in the summer months.
The three-and-a-half-pearl Grand Residences by Marriott, Lake Tahoe has an enviable location in the heart of bustling Heavenly Village in South Lake Tahoe. The Village gondola is next door, and Nevada’s casinos and the lakefront are a short walk away. The residence-style timeshare’s amenities include a full-service spa, spacious pool that’s open year-round, plus a fitness center, but no restaurant or bar is a major drawback. The 184 guest rooms are modern, clean, and include fully equipped kitchens, and most feature balconies and fireplaces. For a property with eating options on-site, travelers can check out the hotel's sister property, Marriott’s Timber Lodge.
The three-and-a-half-pearl Grand Residences by Marriott, Lake Tahoe has an enviable location in the heart of bustling Heavenly Village in South Lake Tahoe. The Village gondola is next door, and Nevada’s casinos and the lakefront are a short walk away. The residence-style timeshare’s amenities include a full-service spa, spacious pool that’s open year-round, plus a fitness center, but no restaurant or bar is a major drawback. The 184 guest rooms are modern, clean, and include fully equipped kitchens, and most feature balconies and fireplaces. For a property with eating options on-site, travelers can check out the hotel's sister property, Marriott’s Timber Lodge.
Paradice Motel is a good budget pick in an excellent location, a quick walk from the Heavenly Gondola, casinos, and the beach. There aren't many extras; there are free coffee and pastries in the lobby, but no coffeemakers in the 13 rooms. The hotel does have a small pool and free Wi-Fi. Rooms are a bit more modern than the rustic exterior of the hotel would suggest and some have mini-fridges and microwaves. Guests love the attention to detail the staff provides, including thoughtful touches like sending guests off with goodie bags. For guests willing to spend more, the Tahoe Lakeshore Lodge and Spa has more amenities including a spa and a private beach.
Paradice Motel is a good budget pick in an excellent location, a quick walk from the Heavenly Gondola, casinos, and the beach. There aren't many extras; there are free coffee and pastries in the lobby, but no coffeemakers in the 13 rooms. The hotel does have a small pool and free Wi-Fi. Rooms are a bit more modern than the rustic exterior of the hotel would suggest and some have mini-fridges and microwaves. Guests love the attention to detail the staff provides, including thoughtful touches like sending guests off with goodie bags. For guests willing to spend more, the Tahoe Lakeshore Lodge and Spa has more amenities including a spa and a private beach.
The 62-room 3 Peaks Resort and Beach Club is a three-pearl property with a convenient Lake Tahoe location. Some guests find the lobby's dog theme and pet-friendly policy off-putting, while others book their stay solely based on their pooch. Rooms resemble cozy log cabins; some are renovated with contemporary details while others are dated with tube TVs and patterned bedspreads (book one with a fireplace and balcony for extra ambiance). There is a heated outdoor pool, two-tiered hot tub, and big spa, but the lack of a restaurant or bar isn't ideal. Guests get free access to the beach and Heavenly Village is within walking distance. The Sierra Mountain views and scent of pine trees make this spot a better than average mid-range property.
The 62-room 3 Peaks Resort and Beach Club is a three-pearl property with a convenient Lake Tahoe location. Some guests find the lobby's dog theme and pet-friendly policy off-putting, while others book their stay solely based on their pooch. Rooms resemble cozy log cabins; some are renovated with contemporary details while others are dated with tube TVs and patterned bedspreads (book one with a fireplace and balcony for extra ambiance). There is a heated outdoor pool, two-tiered hot tub, and big spa, but the lack of a restaurant or bar isn't ideal. Guests get free access to the beach and Heavenly Village is within walking distance. The Sierra Mountain views and scent of pine trees make this spot a better than average mid-range property.
The 400 rooms at this large resort in South Lake Tahoe are sizable enough to comfortably accommodate families and their ski gear. The former Embassy Suites retains the 1980s, slightly corporate vibe of its prior incarnation, with patterned carpets in shades of brown in the common areas. It is conveniently located within walking distance of several casinos as well as the Heavenly Gondola; other Tahoe gondolas are accessible via a free shuttle bus that stops near the hotel. Some guests have complained about hidden charges for things like valet parking and Wi-Fi.
The 400 rooms at this large resort in South Lake Tahoe are sizable enough to comfortably accommodate families and their ski gear. The former Embassy Suites retains the 1980s, slightly corporate vibe of its prior incarnation, with patterned carpets in shades of brown in the common areas. It is conveniently located within walking distance of several casinos as well as the Heavenly Gondola; other Tahoe gondolas are accessible via a free shuttle bus that stops near the hotel. Some guests have complained about hidden charges for things like valet parking and Wi-Fi.