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1. Kirkwood Mountain Resort by Vail Resorts

Kirkwood Mountain Resort by Vail Resorts
Kirkwood
$107
$137 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Kirkwood Mountain Resort by Vail Resorts

2. Kirkwood Ski Resort

Kirkwood Ski Resort
Kirkwood
$286
$381 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Kirkwood Ski Resort

3. Sierra Cabin Condo â Sun Meadows 1 Bedroom + Loft 1 Condo by RedAwning

Sierra Cabin Condo â Sun Meadows 1 Bedroom + Loft 1 Condo by RedAwning
Kirkwood
$286
$381 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Sierra Cabin Condo â Sun Meadows 1 Bedroom + Loft 1 Condo by RedAwning

4. Luxurious 2 Bedroom Base Camp Condo - Steps from Kirkwood Village 2 Condo by RedAwning

Luxurious 2 Bedroom Base Camp Condo - Steps from Kirkwood Village 2 Condo by RedAwning
Kirkwood
$526
$702 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Luxurious 2 Bedroom Base Camp Condo - Steps from Kirkwood Village 2 Condo by RedAwning

5. Cozy Kirkwood Condo â The Meadows 2 Bedroom 2 Condo by RedAwning

Cozy Kirkwood Condo â The Meadows 2 Bedroom 2 Condo by RedAwning
Kirkwood
$526
$702 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Cozy Kirkwood Condo â The Meadows 2 Bedroom 2 Condo by RedAwning

6. 2 Bedroom Kirkwood Condo Across the Street from Village 2 Condo

2 Bedroom Kirkwood Condo Across the Street from Village 2 Condo
Kirkwood
$526
$702 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
2 Bedroom Kirkwood Condo Across the Street from Village 2 Condo

7. Kirkwood Retreat - 2 Bedroom Condo 2 Condo

Kirkwood Retreat - 2 Bedroom Condo 2 Condo
Kirkwood
$526
$702 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Kirkwood Retreat - 2 Bedroom Condo 2 Condo

8. Kit Carson Lodge

Kit Carson Lodge
Kit Carson
$128
$178 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Kit Carson Lodge

9. Sierra Inn on the River

Sierra Inn on the River
Kyburz
$113
$124 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Sierra Inn on the River

10. High Country Lodge

High Country Lodge
Gardner Mountain
$72
$84 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
High Country Lodge

11. Hilton Vacation Club Tahoe Seasons Lake Tahoe

Hilton Vacation Club Tahoe Seasons Lake Tahoe
Heavenly Valley
$89
$134 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Hilton Vacation Club Tahoe Seasons Lake Tahoe

12. Creekside Lodge

Creekside Lodge
Markleeville
$182
$207 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Creekside Lodge

13. Harrah's Lake Tahoe Hotel & Casino – A Caesars Rewards Destination

Harrah's Lake Tahoe Hotel & Casino – A Caesars Rewards Destination
Stateline
$69
$121 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Harrah's Lake Tahoe Hotel & Casino – A Caesars Rewards Destination

14. Desolation Hotel Hope Valley

Desolation Hotel Hope Valley
Markleeville
$190
$217 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Desolation Hotel Hope Valley

15. Bally’s Lake Tahoe Casino Resort

Bally’s Lake Tahoe Casino Resort
Stateline
$59
$106 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Bally’s Lake Tahoe Casino Resort

16. Hotel Azure

Hotel Azure
South Lake Tahoe
$122
$141 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Hotel Azure

17. The Woodfords Inn

The Woodfords Inn
Markleeville
$195
$223 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
The Woodfords Inn

18. HiMark

HiMark
South Lake Tahoe
$81
$97 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
HiMark

19. Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe

Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe
Stateline
$67
$116 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe

20. Emerald Bay Village

Emerald Bay Village
Gardner Mountain
$99
$255 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Emerald Bay Village
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Top neighborhoods in Kirkwood

West Meadows

West Meadows in Kirkwood delivers a peaceful escape among towering pines and oak trees. Families stroll quiet sidewalks while kids laugh in neighborhood parks with playgrounds. Though there aren't major attractions in this residential haven, nearby Kirkwood Mountain Resort offers excellent skiing with lifts like Cornice Express and Solitude just a short drive away. Cozy vacation rentals and bed & breakfasts provide homey lodging with kitchen access and private yards. You'll need a car to explore since public transit is limited, but you'll appreciate the ample free parking. While dining options are sparse locally, the authentic suburban California experience makes this budget-friendly neighborhood worth considering.

Palisades

Palisades at Kirkwood offers coveted ski-in/ski-out access to Sierra Nevada slopes, sitting steps from Kirkwood Mountain Resort's famous powder stashes and express lifts. Summer transforms the area into a hiker's paradise with alpine meadows and granite peaks. The peaceful, uncrowded atmosphere makes it perfect for travelers seeking outdoor adventure without resort crowds. Luxury chalets and condos with private hot tubs and mountain views dominate the accommodation scene. Most dining options cluster at the resort base lodge, serving hearty Alpine cuisine with seasonal hours. Personal vehicles are essential, as public transit is limited and the remote location demands four-wheel drive in winter months.

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Kirkwood Mountain Resort

8.8/10 (338 reviews)
Skiers and snowboarders might want to test out the slopes at Kirkwood Mountain Resort, a skiing spot located 2 mi (3.3 km) from central Kirkwood. If you master the slopes, Sierra-at-Tahoe Resort and Adventure Mountain are also just a short drive away.
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Solitude Ski Lift

9.6/10 (13 reviews)
Solitude Ski Lift is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from central Kirkwood, why not stop by during your stay.
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Caples Lake

Caples Lake is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from central Kirkwood, why not stop by during your stay.
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Snowkirk Ski Lift

9.6/10 (14 reviews)
Snowkirk Ski Lift is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from central Kirkwood, why not stop by during your stay.
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Bunny Ski Lift

9.0/10 (4 reviews)
Bunny Ski Lift is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from central Kirkwood, why not stop by during your stay.
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Caples Crest Ski Lift

Caples Crest Ski Lift is 1.9 mi (3 km) from central Kirkwood, why not stop by during your stay.
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Reut Ski Lift

9.6/10 (14 reviews)
Reut Ski Lift is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from central Kirkwood, why not stop by during your stay.
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Slide Mountain Ski Lift

9.4/10 (8 reviews)
Slide Mountain Ski Lift is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from central Kirkwood, why not stop by during your stay.
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Learn more about Kirkwood

Tucked into the Sierra Nevada mountains, this intimate ski resort offers powder hounds the rare joy of uncrowded slopes and pristine conditions. Kirkwood Mountain Resort delivers thrilling runs for every skill level, from beginner-friendly to challenging. After conquering the mountain, gather around crackling fire pits for hot cocoa and s'mores – a ritual that feels earned rather than touristy. Summer visitors can explore the surrounding Eldorado National Forest trails, where alpine meadows replace snow fields. For a perfect day trip, soak tired muscles at Grover Hot Springs State Park, where natural thermal pools sit surrounded by pine forests. The tiny year-round population ensures an authenticity that larger Tahoe resorts lost decades ago.

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Check out reviews of Kirkwood hotels guests love

Kirkwood Mountain Resort by Vail Resorts

Kirkwood Mountain Resort by Vail Resorts
Kirkwood

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Abhaya
Kirkwood Mountain Resort by Vail Resorts

Luxurious 2 Bedroom Base Camp Condo - Steps from Kirkwood Village 2 Condo by RedAwning

Luxurious 2 Bedroom Base Camp Condo - Steps from Kirkwood Village 2 Condo by RedAwning
Kirkwood

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Rhythm
Luxurious 2 Bedroom Base Camp Condo - Steps from Kirkwood Village 2 Condo by RedAwning

Desolation Hotel Hope Valley

Desolation Hotel Hope Valley
Markleeville

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Kay
Desolation Hotel Hope Valley

Sierra Inn on the River

Sierra Inn on the River
Kyburz

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Oleg
Sierra Inn on the River

Fireside Lodge

Fireside Lodge
South Lake Tahoe

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Xuzhuo
Fireside Lodge

Hilton Vacation Club Tahoe Seasons Lake Tahoe

Hilton Vacation Club Tahoe Seasons Lake Tahoe
Heavenly Valley

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Caitlin
Hilton Vacation Club Tahoe Seasons Lake Tahoe

Black Bear Lodge

Black Bear Lodge
South Lake Tahoe

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Anonymous traveler
Black Bear Lodge

Tahoe Lakeshore Lodge & Spa

Tahoe Lakeshore Lodge & Spa
South Lake Tahoe

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Stephen
Tahoe Lakeshore Lodge & Spa

Hotel Azure

Hotel Azure
South Lake Tahoe

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Marya
Hotel Azure

Heavenly Valley Lodge

Heavenly Valley Lodge
Heavenly Valley

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Judene
Heavenly Valley Lodge

High Country Lodge

High Country Lodge
Gardner Mountain

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Rafael
High Country Lodge

Emerald Bay Village

Emerald Bay Village
Gardner Mountain

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Maxim
Emerald Bay Village

Blackjack Inn South Lake Tahoe

Blackjack Inn South Lake Tahoe
South Lake Tahoe

10/10 Exceptional

United States
RONALD
Blackjack Inn South Lake Tahoe

The Americana Village

The Americana Village
South Lake Tahoe

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Jennifer
The Americana Village

Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe

Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe
Heavenly Village

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Pamela
Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe

Playpark Lodge

Playpark Lodge
Gardner Mountain

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Anonymous traveler
Playpark Lodge

South Lake Chalet, a ZenStay Hotel

South Lake Chalet, a ZenStay Hotel
Lakeside Park

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Gerardo
South Lake Chalet, a ZenStay Hotel

Frequently Asked Questions

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Can I book refundable accommodations in Kirkwood?

If you're looking for the flexibility to change your plans to Kirkwood, most properties offer refundable* bookable rates. You can see these accommodations by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow the results down.

Where can I stay in Kirkwood if I want a vacation home instead of a hotel?

Browse 14 vacation homes on our site. In addition, there are 19 apartments and 58 condos.

What will the weather in Kirkwood be like during my trip?

July and August are typically the warmest months in Kirkwood when the average temp is 57°F. February and December are the coldest months when the average temperature is 28°F. December and March are the months with the most rain.

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