Carnelian Bay, CA

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Stilt hut in a lake, Carnelian Bay, Lake Tahoe, California, USA
Paddle boarding
An aerial view of a beach with clear turquoise water, scattered rocks, and dense green foliage.
A person standing on a beach with waves in the background.
Small Waves Over Pebble Covered Patton Beach on Carnelion Bay, Lake Tahoe, California, USA

Where to stay in Carnelian Bay

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Carnelian Woods

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Carnelian Woods and surrounding area, you can visit Agate Bay and North Tahoe Marina.

Cedar Flat

While Cedar Flat isn't home to many top sights, Tahoe Cross Country Ski Area and Agate Bay are some notable places to visit nearby.

Tahoe North Shore Lodge

Tahoe North Shore Lodge

2 out of 5
201 Carnelian Bay Ave. Carnelian Bay CA
$111 nightly
The price is $124 total per night from Jun 30 to Jul 1
$124 total
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Carnelian Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
6.8/10 (532 reviews)
"The staff was very kind and friendly. The hotel is…. vintage. You cannot beat the location across from the beach and Gar Woods. The sunset from the room was incredible. If you need fancy, go somewhere else."

Reviewed on Jun 15, 2026

Tahoe North Shore Lodge
Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe

Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe

3.5 out of 5
50 Highway 50 Stateline NV
$147 nightly
The price is $173 total per night from Jun 28 to Jun 29
$173 total
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Stateline. Enjoy an outdoor pool, 3 restaurants, and a casino. Our guests praise the bar and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.2/10 Good! (5,318 reviews)
"The rooms were very clean and the staff was very friendly and the restaurant Saltgrass was good and the staff went out of their way to accommodate us when it was almost ready to close they served us anyway and stayed open ."

Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026

Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe
Bally’s Lake Tahoe Casino Resort

Bally’s Lake Tahoe Casino Resort

4 out of 5
55 Highway 50 Stateline NV
$120 nightly
The price is $141 total per night from Jun 30 to Jul 1
$141 total
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Stateline. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and a casino. Our guests praise the pool and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (4,985 reviews)
"It's a bit of a walk from your room to just about everything. The garage should have security since it's basically open. Not fully enclosed!! Those are my only complaints. Otherwise I enjoyed my stay."

Reviewed on Jun 19, 2026

Bally’s Lake Tahoe Casino Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Hot Tub - Game Room - 14 beds - Across from Lake Tahoe

Hot Tub - Game Room - 14 beds - Across from Lake Tahoe

Carnelian Bay CA
Book a stay at this family-friendly cabin in Carnelian Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Northstar California Resort ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)
"This was an excellent home for our family vacation. The kitchen was well supplied with most of what we needed to cook meals. The space was large, clean, and comfortable. The house is on the main road as mentioned in the listing, so there is road noise, but the trade off is being right across from ..."

Reviewed on Jun 12, 2026

Hot Tub - Game Room - 14 beds - Across from Lake Tahoe
Cozy Private Lakefront Cottage Surrounded By Lush Trees

Cozy Private Lakefront Cottage Surrounded By Lush Trees

Carnelian Bay CA
Stay at this cottage in Carnelian Bay. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Northstar California Resort and Tahoe Cross Country ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (58 reviews)
"Great location and a ton of fun for the family."

Reviewed on Jun 14, 2026

Cozy Private Lakefront Cottage Surrounded By Lush Trees
Olympic Village Inn

Olympic Village Inn

3 out of 5
1909 Chamonix Place Olympic Valley CA
Stay at this condo in Olympic Valley. Enjoy free parking, 3 hot tubs, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (449 reviews)
"Need ac"

Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026

Olympic Village Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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