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View of lawn and exterior of Everline Resort & Spa, Lake Tahoe

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All rates are subject to a daily resort fee.

Already pricey rates are subject to an additional resort fee.

Its a 20-minute walk from the lake shore.

Restaurant at Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort

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Theres no restaurant on-site, although kitchenettes allow for self-catering.

Comfortable suites are equipped with a kitchenette for at-home convenience.

Complimentary coffee and donuts provide fuel for your adventures.

Grand lobby at Edgewood Tahoe Resort

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Lake access is via a complimentary, 20-minute shuttle ride.

Rooms and suites are sophisticated yet simply decorated, allowing full-length Sierra Nevada views to take center stage.

We particularly love Manzanita for its unique Mexican and Pacific Northwest fusion cuisine.

Living room in private cabin

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A shuttle takes you to the Ritz-Carlton Lake Club for beach and water sports fun.

Parking is free, but limited to one space even for two-bedroom units.

Parking and pet fees are relatively expensive.

Lounge area at Ritz Carlton Lake Tahoe

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Relaxation comes easily, whether youre at the spa or lounging by the fire pit on the lakeview patio.

Desolation Hotel

This micro-resort stands out for its eco-conscious design and luxurious double-story townhomes.

Planning a luxury getaway for family or friends?

Red Wolf Lakeside Lodge 1 Bedroom Interior

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All accommodations spoil with an indoor fireplace and soaking tub on the private balcony.

Hotel Azure

This hotel offers a full range of amenities without charging a resort fee.

Some rooms (especially the pet-friendly ones) are a little worn.

Guest room at Incline Lodge

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A daily amenity fee makes the reasonable rates a little less affordable.

This is a thoroughly modern boutique hotel, with an app for everything from check-in to bar service.

Despite the contactless approach, staff are friendly and exceptionally hard-working.

Lawn area at Cedar Glen Lodge

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Its a luxury property and comes with a luxury price tag.

If youre planning on bringing pets, youll need to look elsewhere.

In winter, youre a 10-minute drive from Northstar Ski Resort.

Beach area at Mourelatos Lakeshore Resort

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Accommodation varies from lakeside studio suites to cabins and glamping sites in the forest.

Guests are eligible for discounted lift passes at Palisades Tahoe, but these must be booked in advance.

If youre coming to Tahoe to ski, there are few places more convenient than Everline Resort & Spa.

Guest room at Tahoe Lakeshore Lodge & Spa

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Accommodation includes rooms, fireplace suites, and penthouses with up to three bedrooms.

Although many rooms include kitchen facilities, theres no restaurant on-site.

Swim in the lakes crystal clear waters or in the heated seasonal pool.

Details of bed and nightstand at Gravity Haus Truckee Tahoe

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you’re free to also rent condos with a full kitchen and living room.

Its further from the lakeshore than many other options on this list (a 20-minute drive).

Stella Truckee, the hotels restaurant, is a highlight, serving healthy Californian cuisine for breakfast and dinner.

The area is also served by taxis, rideshare services, and an extensive cycle path online grid.

There are no public transport options linking the two.

Youll find rental companies in each of the major lakeshore settlements as well as at surrounding airports.

Thats because many of the hotels and resorts around Lake Tahoe charge a daily amenity fee.