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1. Kirkwood Mountain Resort by Vail Resorts

Kirkwood Mountain Resort by Vail Resorts
Kirkwood
$115
$148 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Kirkwood Mountain Resort by Vail Resorts

2. Kirkwood Ski Resort

Kirkwood Ski Resort
Kirkwood
$273
$333 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
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
$273
$333 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
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
$395
$482 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
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
$395
$482 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
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
$395
$482 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
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
$395
$482 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Kirkwood Retreat - 2 Bedroom Condo 2 Condo

8. Kit Carson Lodge

Kit Carson Lodge
Kit Carson
$149
$202 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Kit Carson Lodge

9. Sierra Inn on the River

Sierra Inn on the River
Kyburz
$135
$149 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Sierra Inn on the River

10. High Country Lodge

High Country Lodge
Gardner Mountain
$83
$96 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
High Country Lodge

11. Creekside Lodge

Creekside Lodge
Markleeville
$182
$207 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Creekside Lodge

12. Apex Inn

Apex Inn
South Lake Tahoe
$61
$74 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Apex Inn

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

Harrah's Lake Tahoe Hotel & Casino – A Caesars Rewards Destination
Stateline
$80
$134 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Harrah's Lake Tahoe Hotel & Casino – A Caesars Rewards Destination

14. Desolation Hotel Hope Valley

Desolation Hotel Hope Valley
Markleeville
$249
$284 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Desolation Hotel Hope Valley

15. The Woodfords Inn

The Woodfords Inn
Markleeville
$230
$262 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
The Woodfords Inn

16. Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe

Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe
Stateline
$79
$127 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe

17. Bally’s Lake Tahoe Casino Resort

Bally’s Lake Tahoe Casino Resort
Stateline
$67
$115 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 24 - Sep 25
Bally’s Lake Tahoe Casino Resort

18. Hotel Azure

Hotel Azure
South Lake Tahoe
$149
$171 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Hotel Azure

19. Hilton Vacation Club Tahoe Seasons Lake Tahoe

Hilton Vacation Club Tahoe Seasons Lake Tahoe
Heavenly Valley
$89
$134 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Hilton Vacation Club Tahoe Seasons Lake Tahoe

20. Emerald Bay Village

Emerald Bay Village
Gardner Mountain
$86
$195 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
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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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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A ski lift with cables against a snowy mountain backdrop during sunset.

Cornice Express Ski Lift

10.0/10 (8 reviews)
Cornice Express Ski Lift is 1.3 mi (2.1 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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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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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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Vista Ski Lift

Vista Ski Lift is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from central Kirkwood, why not stop by during your stay.
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TC Express Ski Lift

9.4/10 (8 reviews)
TC Express Ski Lift is 1 mi (1.6 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

Bally’s Lake Tahoe Casino Resort

Bally’s Lake Tahoe Casino Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room great staff friendly good food"
patrick 1-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Bally’s Lake Tahoe Casino Resort
Station House Inn - Near Heavenly Gondola

Station House Inn - Near Heavenly Gondola

10/10 Excellent
"Staff were very helpful and very nice"
MIGUELA 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Station House Inn - Near Heavenly Gondola
Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe

Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe

10/10 Excellent
"It was great location to enjoy Tahoe area."
SANGHYUN 2-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe
Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe

Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe

8/10 Good
"Everything OK"
Hector 2-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe
Hotel Azure

Hotel Azure

10/10 Excellent
"Wonderful place to stay. Elements restaurant next-door has a great breakfast and live music and seems to be very well appreciated. We used their bikes on the numerous bike pads in the area. Staff was very knowledgeable and helpful. I do wish there was a discount for not utilizing mate service. Our rooms were very clean on arrival. I would highly recommend this hotel to folks that are just needing a place to stay, especially if they’re meeting others and don’t need a whole house. We would come back here again and they told us there would be a discount if we came back."
Jason 4-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Hotel Azure
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Heavenly Village Area

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Heavenly Village Area

10/10 Excellent
"the outside looks outdated, but the inside was more comfortable then I thought. They are still in the middle of their remodel process, but everything looks clean and neat. But their bed is more on the soft side, so if you're preferred the hard bed, be prepared."
Ngan 2-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Heavenly Village Area
HiMark

HiMark

10/10 Excellent
"Everything was great besides the hot tub being luke warm."
Annie 1-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
HiMark
Harrah's Lake Tahoe Hotel & Casino – A Caesars Rewards Destination

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

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent upgrade to lakeview room that had one King bed and two full baths !!"
Subbarao 2-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Harrah's Lake Tahoe Hotel & Casino – A Caesars Rewards Destination
Basecamp South Lake Tahoe

Basecamp South Lake Tahoe

8/10 Good
"We were traveling with children—one of whom was just a year old—and were assigned a room on the third floor; since the hotel has no elevator, carrying a stroller and suitcases up the stairs was very inconvenient. So, if you are traveling with kids, keep this in mind. Otherwise, everything was great, and the children were delighted to sleep in the bunk bed."
Deniza 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Basecamp South Lake Tahoe

Frequently asked questions

What accommodations do travelers like in Kirkwood?
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 56 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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