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A multi-story hotel with balconies, surrounded by snow-covered trees.
A living room with a large window, leather sofas, and a flat-screen TV.
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a fireplace, a dining table, and a kitchen with a sink and countertop.
A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large window overlooking a deck.

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
A lodge with multiple buildings, surrounded by snow-covered mountains and dense forests.
A modern kitchen with a large island, stainless steel appliances, wooden cabinets, and a wooden staircase.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a wooden fireplace, a television, and a view of the outside.
A spacious living room with a large brown leather sofa, wooden coffee table, and a television mounted on the wall.

2. Kirkwood Ski Resort

Kirkwood Ski Resort
Kirkwood
$286
$381 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Kirkwood Ski Resort
A spacious living room with a large brown leather sofa, wooden coffee table, and a television mounted on the wall.
A spacious living room with a wooden staircase, a fireplace, a sofa, a patterned armchair, and a large window offering a view of the outside.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a dresser, a mirror, and a window with a view of a house.
A spacious living area with a wooden staircase, a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV.

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
A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden shelves, and a chandelier.
A modern kitchen with a central island, a fireplace, and a dining area with a sofa and chairs.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, wooden cabinets, and a marble backsplash.
A modern living room with a dark wooden ceiling, a large window with a view of trees, a leather sofa with cushions, a small table with a lamp, and a glass fireplace.

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
$529
$706 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Luxurious 2 Bedroom Base Camp Condo - Steps from Kirkwood Village 2 Condo by RedAwning
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV, wooden paneling, a window with a view, and a lamp.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a wooden dining table with red chairs. There is a fireplace with a TV, a chandelier, and a view through a large window.
A wooden deck with a metal railing overlooking a road and buildings.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel sink, and a dishwasher.

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
$529
$706 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Cozy Kirkwood Condo â The Meadows 2 Bedroom 2 Condo by RedAwning
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, granite countertops, and a built-in island. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a living room with a sofa and a fireplace.
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, a dresser, and a window with a view of buildings.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining table with chairs, a TV mounted on the wall, and a wooden floor.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a granite countertop, a refrigerator, a microwave, a stove, and a sink.

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

2 Bedroom Kirkwood Condo Across the Street from Village 2 Condo
Kirkwood
$529
$706 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
2 Bedroom Kirkwood Condo Across the Street from Village 2 Condo
A lodge with multiple buildings, surrounded by snow-covered mountains and dense forests.
A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, a sofa, a fireplace, and a view of the outside through a door.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel sink, and a dining area with chairs and a table.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a wooden fireplace, a television, and a view of the outside.

7. Kirkwood Retreat - 2 Bedroom Condo 2 Condo

Kirkwood Retreat - 2 Bedroom Condo 2 Condo
Kirkwood
$529
$706 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Kirkwood Retreat - 2 Bedroom Condo 2 Condo
A rustic interior with a stone fireplace, wooden furniture, and pottery displayed on shelves.
A wooden cabin with a deck, surrounded by tall trees.
A wooden deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a lake with trees and a clear sky.
A forested area with a cabin by a lake.

8. Kit Carson Lodge

Kit Carson Lodge
Kit Carson
$128
$178 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Kit Carson Lodge
A wooden deck with chairs overlooking a river, surrounded by trees and string lights.
A room with two beds, each with a dark headboard and white bedding. There are three framed pictures on the wall above the beds.
A building with a covered walkway, outdoor seating area, and a fire extinguisher.

9. Sierra Inn on the River

Sierra Inn on the River
Kyburz
$128
$140 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Sierra Inn on the River
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a large window with a scenic view.
A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a small seating area, and a mirror.
A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a telephone, a small table, and a framed picture on the wall.
A sign for High Country Lodge with a snow-covered landscape and tall trees in the background.

10. High Country Lodge

High Country Lodge
Gardner Mountain
$72
$84 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
High Country Lodge
A dining table with plates of food and glasses of wine, set against a backdrop of a mountainous landscape and a body of water.
A casino floor with blackjack tables, gaming machines, and a large screen displaying a message.
A large indoor swimming pool with a geometric ceiling design, surrounded by lounge chairs and a poolside area.
A spacious bar area with multiple seating options, a television screen, and a variety of bar equipment.

11. 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
A covered corridor with wooden pillars, a green door with an accessible sign, and windows along the side.
A bathroom with a wooden vanity, a white sink, a mirror with lights, a shower curtain, and a small shelf with toiletries.
A narrow kitchen with wooden cabinets, a coffee maker, a microwave, and a bed with a striped blanket in the background.
A bedroom with a wooden wall, a bed with a quilt, a ceiling fan, and a nightstand with a lamp.

12. Creekside Lodge

Creekside Lodge
Markleeville
$182
$207 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Creekside Lodge
A wooden interior with a spiral staircase, a dining area, and a kitchen.
A rustic kitchen with wooden beams, a stove, and a sink.
A yurt interior with a large bathtub, wooden walls, a bed, and a hanging light fixture.
A log cabin with a red door, surrounded by birch trees.

13. Desolation Hotel Hope Valley

Desolation Hotel Hope Valley
Markleeville
$201
$229 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Desolation Hotel Hope Valley
A display of various food items including cereals, cookies, and snacks on a wooden counter.
A sign for The Woodfords Inn, a base camp for fun, with contact details and a vacancy notice.
A natural landscape with a mix of trees, shrubs, and a rocky terrain.
A wooden pergola structure with a picnic table and grill area in a natural setting.

14. The Woodfords Inn

The Woodfords Inn
Markleeville
$195
$223 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 26 - Sep 27
The Woodfords Inn
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.
A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, and a table with a lamp. There is a view of trees and mountains through the windows.
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden wall, a balcony with a view, and a nightstand with a lamp and vase.
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a wooden wall.

15. Hotel Azure

Hotel Azure
South Lake Tahoe
$122
$141 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Hotel Azure
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a chaise lounge, a view of the cityscape, and a wooden accent wall.
A gym with treadmills, a bench, and exercise equipment. There are large windows and a TV screen.
A grand staircase leading to a dining area with a chandelier and a sign reading "The Soul".
The interior of HQ Center Bar with a visible bar area, seating, and a large illuminated sign.

16. Bally’s Lake Tahoe Casino Resort

Bally’s Lake Tahoe Casino Resort
Stateline
$59
$106 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Bally’s Lake Tahoe Casino Resort
A cozy cabin interior with a fireplace, wooden walls, a dining area, and a view of the outside.
A cozy kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel stove, and a microwave.
A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a stone fireplace, a large bed, and a nightstand with a lamp.
A rustic cabin interior with a stone fireplace, wooden furniture, and a kitchenette.

17. Heavenly Valley Lodge

Heavenly Valley Lodge
Heavenly Valley
$84
$132 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Heavenly Valley Lodge
An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, wooden chairs, and string lights.
A hotel with a prominent "Golden Nugget" sign, outdoor seating area with string lights, and a Christmas tree.
A hotel lobby with a central chandelier, artwork on the walls, a reception desk, and a seating area.
The entrance to a steak house with a brick facade and a neon sign.

18. 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
A spacious lobby with a marble reception desk, modern seating, and a large TV screen.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a desk, and a window with a view of trees.
A hotel room with a stone wall, a fireplace, a large window, a flat-screen TV, a round table with chairs, and a sofa.
A cozy lounge area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a grand piano.

19. Hilton Vacation Club Tahoe Seasons Lake Tahoe

Hilton Vacation Club Tahoe Seasons Lake Tahoe
Heavenly Valley
$89
$134 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Hilton Vacation Club Tahoe Seasons Lake Tahoe
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel dishwasher, a microwave, an oven, and a tiled backsplash.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a chair.
A living room with a brown leather sofa, a glass coffee table, a TV, and a fireplace.

20. Apex Inn

Apex Inn
South Lake Tahoe
$61
$72 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Apex Inn
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A multi-story hotel with balconies, surrounded by snow-covered trees.
A living room with a large window, leather sofas, and a flat-screen TV.
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a fireplace, a dining table, and a kitchen with a sink and countertop.
A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large window overlooking a deck.

Kirkwood Mountain Resort by Vail Resorts

Kirkwood Mountain Resort by Vail Resorts
Kirkwood
$205
per night
$254 total
includes taxes & fees
Kirkwood Mountain Resort by Vail Resorts
A lodge with multiple buildings, surrounded by snow-covered mountains and dense forests.
A modern kitchen with a large island, stainless steel appliances, wooden cabinets, and a wooden staircase.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a wooden fireplace, a television, and a view of the outside.
A spacious living room with a large brown leather sofa, wooden coffee table, and a television mounted on the wall.

Kirkwood Ski Resort

Kirkwood Ski Resort
Kirkwood
$438
per night
$584 total
includes taxes & fees
Kirkwood Ski Resort
A spacious living room with a large brown leather sofa, wooden coffee table, and a television mounted on the wall.
A spacious living room with a wooden staircase, a fireplace, a sofa, a patterned armchair, and a large window offering a view of the outside.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a dresser, a mirror, and a window with a view of a house.
A spacious living area with a wooden staircase, a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV.

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
$438
per night
$584 total
includes taxes & fees
Sierra Cabin Condo â Sun Meadows 1 Bedroom + Loft 1 Condo by RedAwning
A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden shelves, and a chandelier.
A modern kitchen with a central island, a fireplace, and a dining area with a sofa and chairs.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, wooden cabinets, and a marble backsplash.
A modern living room with a dark wooden ceiling, a large window with a view of trees, a leather sofa with cushions, a small table with a lamp, and a glass fireplace.

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
$1,026
per night
$1,368 total
includes taxes & fees
Luxurious 2 Bedroom Base Camp Condo - Steps from Kirkwood Village 2 Condo by RedAwning
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV, wooden paneling, a window with a view, and a lamp.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a wooden dining table with red chairs. There is a fireplace with a TV, a chandelier, and a view through a large window.
A wooden deck with a metal railing overlooking a road and buildings.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel sink, and a dishwasher.

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
$1,026
per night
$1,368 total
includes taxes & fees
Cozy Kirkwood Condo â The Meadows 2 Bedroom 2 Condo by RedAwning
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, granite countertops, and a built-in island. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a living room with a sofa and a fireplace.
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, a dresser, and a window with a view of buildings.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining table with chairs, a TV mounted on the wall, and a wooden floor.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a granite countertop, a refrigerator, a microwave, a stove, and a sink.

2 Bedroom Kirkwood Condo Across the Street from Village 2 Condo

2 Bedroom Kirkwood Condo Across the Street from Village 2 Condo
Kirkwood
$1,026
per night
$1,368 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Bedroom Kirkwood Condo Across the Street from Village 2 Condo

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A lodge with multiple buildings, surrounded by snow-covered mountains and dense forests.
A modern kitchen with a large island, stainless steel appliances, wooden cabinets, and a wooden staircase.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a wooden fireplace, a television, and a view of the outside.
A spacious living room with a large brown leather sofa, wooden coffee table, and a television mounted on the wall.

Kirkwood Ski Resort

Kirkwood Ski Resort
Kirkwood
$286
$381 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Kirkwood Ski Resort
A spacious living room with a large brown leather sofa, wooden coffee table, and a television mounted on the wall.
A spacious living room with a wooden staircase, a fireplace, a sofa, a patterned armchair, and a large window offering a view of the outside.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a dresser, a mirror, and a window with a view of a house.
A spacious living area with a wooden staircase, a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV.

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
A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden shelves, and a chandelier.
A modern kitchen with a central island, a fireplace, and a dining area with a sofa and chairs.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, wooden cabinets, and a marble backsplash.
A modern living room with a dark wooden ceiling, a large window with a view of trees, a leather sofa with cushions, a small table with a lamp, and a glass fireplace.

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
$529
$706 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Luxurious 2 Bedroom Base Camp Condo - Steps from Kirkwood Village 2 Condo by RedAwning
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV, wooden paneling, a window with a view, and a lamp.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a wooden dining table with red chairs. There is a fireplace with a TV, a chandelier, and a view through a large window.
A wooden deck with a metal railing overlooking a road and buildings.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel sink, and a dishwasher.

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
$529
$706 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Cozy Kirkwood Condo â The Meadows 2 Bedroom 2 Condo by RedAwning
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, granite countertops, and a built-in island. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a living room with a sofa and a fireplace.
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, a dresser, and a window with a view of buildings.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining table with chairs, a TV mounted on the wall, and a wooden floor.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a granite countertop, a refrigerator, a microwave, a stove, and a sink.

2 Bedroom Kirkwood Condo Across the Street from Village 2 Condo

2 Bedroom Kirkwood Condo Across the Street from Village 2 Condo
Kirkwood
$529
$706 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
2 Bedroom Kirkwood Condo Across the Street from Village 2 Condo
A lodge with multiple buildings, surrounded by snow-covered mountains and dense forests.
A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, a sofa, a fireplace, and a view of the outside through a door.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel sink, and a dining area with chairs and a table.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a wooden fireplace, a television, and a view of the outside.

Kirkwood Retreat - 2 Bedroom Condo 2 Condo

Kirkwood Retreat - 2 Bedroom Condo 2 Condo
Kirkwood
$529
$706 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Kirkwood Retreat - 2 Bedroom Condo 2 Condo
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Top neighborhoods in Kirkwood

A snow-capped mountain range with dense green pine forests in the foreground.

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.

A snow-covered mountain range with a lake in the foreground.

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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A snowy mountain slope with a skier descending.
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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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A snow-covered mountain slope with a ski lift and evergreen trees.

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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A multi-story hotel with balconies, surrounded by snow-covered trees.
A living room with a large window, leather sofas, and a flat-screen TV.
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a fireplace, a dining table, and a kitchen with a sink and countertop.
A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large window overlooking a deck.

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
A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden shelves, and a chandelier.
A modern kitchen with a central island, a fireplace, and a dining area with a sofa and chairs.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, wooden cabinets, and a marble backsplash.
A modern living room with a dark wooden ceiling, a large window with a view of trees, a leather sofa with cushions, a small table with a lamp, and a glass fireplace.

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
A wooden interior with a spiral staircase, a dining area, and a kitchen.
A rustic kitchen with wooden beams, a stove, and a sink.
A yurt interior with a large bathtub, wooden walls, a bed, and a hanging light fixture.
A log cabin with a red door, surrounded by birch trees.

Desolation Hotel Hope Valley

Desolation Hotel Hope Valley
Markleeville

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Kay
Desolation Hotel Hope Valley
A wooden deck with chairs overlooking a river, surrounded by trees and string lights.
A room with two beds, each with a dark headboard and white bedding. There are three framed pictures on the wall above the beds.
A building with a covered walkway, outdoor seating area, and a fire extinguisher.

Sierra Inn on the River

Sierra Inn on the River
Kyburz

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Oleg
Sierra Inn on the River
A person sitting by a waterfall with hiking boots and a water bottle.
A wooden cabin interior with a stone fireplace, wooden dining table, white chairs, and a large window with curtains.
A breakfast area with a coffee machine, shelves with plates and bowls, and a refrigerator with food items.
A cozy wooden cabin bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, and a window with blinds.

Fireside Lodge

Fireside Lodge
South Lake Tahoe

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Xuzhuo
Fireside Lodge
A rustic lodge with a stone facade, large windows, and a snow-covered landscape.
A stone facade with a wooden entrance and steps leading to a red door.
A wooden deck with a stone wall and a swimming pool.
A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, wooden staircase, and a cozy seating arrangement.

Black Bear Lodge

Black Bear Lodge
South Lake Tahoe

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Anonymous traveler
Black Bear Lodge
A swimming pool with a metal railing, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean and mountains.
A beach with a pier extending into calm waters, mountains in the background, and a building with a flat roof on the left.
A large bed with a view of the sea through a sliding glass door.
A resort with a pool, beach, and mountain views.

Tahoe Lakeshore Lodge & Spa

Tahoe Lakeshore Lodge & Spa
South Lake Tahoe

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Stephen
Tahoe Lakeshore Lodge & Spa
A cozy cabin interior with a fireplace, wooden walls, a dining area, and a view of the outside.
A cozy kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel stove, and a microwave.
A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a stone fireplace, a large bed, and a nightstand with a lamp.
A rustic cabin interior with a stone fireplace, wooden furniture, and a kitchenette.

Heavenly Valley Lodge

Heavenly Valley Lodge
Heavenly Valley

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Judene
Heavenly Valley Lodge
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.
A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, and a table with a lamp. There is a view of trees and mountains through the windows.
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden wall, a balcony with a view, and a nightstand with a lamp and vase.
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a wooden wall.

Hotel Azure

Hotel Azure
South Lake Tahoe

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Marya
Hotel Azure
A spacious lobby with a marble reception desk, modern seating, and a large TV screen.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a desk, and a window with a view of trees.
A hotel room with a stone wall, a fireplace, a large window, a flat-screen TV, a round table with chairs, and a sofa.
A cozy lounge area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a grand piano.

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
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a large window with a scenic view.
A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a small seating area, and a mirror.
A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a telephone, a small table, and a framed picture on the wall.
A sign for High Country Lodge with a snow-covered landscape and tall trees in the background.

High Country Lodge

High Country Lodge
Gardner Mountain

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Rafael
High Country Lodge
A room with a wooden wall, two leather chairs, a small table with a plant, and a bulletin board with various papers.
A reception desk with a computer, a clock, framed certificates, and a painting of a landscape.
A white car parked in a snowy area with a mountain in the background.
A hotel room with a bed, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, a shower, and a desk with a chair.

Blackjack Inn South Lake Tahoe

Blackjack Inn South Lake Tahoe
South Lake Tahoe

10/10 Exceptional

United States
RONALD
Blackjack Inn South Lake Tahoe
A lodge with a stone foundation and wooden upper structure, named 'South Lake Chalet' in South Lake Tahoe, CA.
A covered outdoor seating area with chairs and a garden with rocks and plants.
A spacious kitchen with modern appliances and a large dining area with wooden furniture.
A spacious kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a wooden floor.

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
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a marble island with bar stools, stainless steel appliances, and exposed wooden beams.
A spacious living room with a dark grey sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a chandelier.
A hallway with wooden flooring, grey walls, and framed pictures on the wall.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, wooden ceiling, and a large sofa.

Emerald Bay Village

Emerald Bay Village
Gardner Mountain

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Maxim
Emerald Bay Village
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.
Two people walking on a sandy beach with the ocean and mountains in the background.
A lodge with a covered entrance, surrounded by tall trees and well-lit pathways.
A cozy room with a stone fireplace, wooden ceiling, and large windows.

Station House Inn - Near Heavenly Gondola

Station House Inn - Near Heavenly Gondola
Lakeside Park

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Francisco
Station House Inn - Near Heavenly Gondola
An indoor swimming pool area with lounge chairs and a view of a mountain landscape through large windows.
A spacious lobby with a central fireplace, a circular emblem on the floor, and hanging glass chandeliers.
A large, multi-story hotel with a traditional architectural style, featuring a prominent central building with a green roof and multiple windows.
A hotel complex with multiple buildings, including a central building with a distinctive roof and several smaller structures.

Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe

Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe
Heavenly Village

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Pamela
Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a fireplace, a television mounted above it, and a window with a view of the outside.
A wooden interior with a fireplace, television, and kitchen area.
A multi-story building with a stone facade, balconies with metal railings, and a garden with flowers and a bench.
A building with a sign reading "Americana Village" and a flower bed with red, yellow, and orange tulips.

The Americana Village

The Americana Village
South Lake Tahoe

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Jennifer
The Americana Village