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South Lake Tahoe

South Lake Tahoe

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Our top choices for California hotels on the lake

A room with a wooden door leading to a balcony with a view of a lake and mountains.

1. Hotel Marina Riviera

Hotel Marina Riviera
4.0 star property
Big Bear Central
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"We loved the location."
United States
Martha
$157 nightly
The price is $178
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Marina Riviera
A restaurant with tables set for dining, overlooking a body of water with boats.

2. Beach Retreat & Lodge at Tahoe

Beach Retreat & Lodge at Tahoe
3.5 star property
South Lake Tahoe
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice place, very close to everything. "
United States
Rally
Beach Retreat & Lodge at Tahoe
An outdoor seating area with chairs and a fire feature, overlooking a body of water and a distant mountain range.

3. Lakehouse Resort

Lakehouse Resort
4.0 star property
Lake San Marcos
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,899 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Nicole
$135 nightly
The price is $146
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Lakehouse Resort
An outdoor dining area with a table set for two, overlooking a beach and mountains.

4. The Landing Resort & Spa

The Landing Resort & Spa
4.5 star property
Lakeside Park
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Been there a couple times, love it!!"
United States
Saadia
$284 nightly
The price is $323
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
The Landing Resort & Spa
A large, multi-story hotel with a traditional architectural style, featuring a prominent central building with a green roof and multiple windows.

5. Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe

Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe
4.0 star property
Heavenly Village
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (4,449 reviews)
"Great hotel."
United States
Milena
$153 nightly
The price is $179
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe
An outdoor patio area with a grill, picnic tables, and chairs, surrounded by trees and a view of a lake.

6. Big Bear Frontier

Big Bear Frontier
3.0 star property
Big Bear Central
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Walking distance to the village it’s a super great spot walking distance form restaurant bars and marina !!!"
United States
Nadia
$106 nightly
The price is $119
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Total with taxes and fees
Big Bear Frontier
A waterfront property with a beach, a covered patio, and a building with a deck.

7. Crown Motel

Crown Motel
2.0 star property
Kings Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,057 reviews)
"Great place to stay on Lake Tahoe"
United States
andrew
$113 nightly
The price is $127
Nov 7 - Nov 8
Total with taxes and fees
Crown Motel
A waterfront hotel with a pool, outdoor seating, and mountain views.

8. The Chateau at Lake La Quinta

The Chateau at Lake La Quinta
3.5 star property
La Quinta
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,009 reviews)
"I loved that beautiful place!"
United States
Andres
$211 nightly
The price is $232
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Total with taxes and fees
The Chateau at Lake La Quinta
A swimming pool with a metal railing, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean and mountains.

9. Tahoe Lakeshore Lodge & Spa

Tahoe Lakeshore Lodge & Spa
2.5 star property
South Lake Tahoe
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"The view from our room is perfect!"
United States
Abigail
$119 nightly
The price is $137
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
Tahoe Lakeshore Lodge & Spa
A wooden bench and picnic table setup overlooking a lake with mountains in the background.

10. Big Bear Lakefront Lodge

Big Bear Lakefront Lodge
2.0 star property
Big Bear Central
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Staff was wonderful"
United States
Leylani
$57 nightly
The price is $65
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Total with taxes and fees
Big Bear Lakefront Lodge
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Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Clean and good location!"
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Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

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Frequently asked questions

How much do lakeside hotels in California cost?
Lakeside hotels in California range between $65 and $323 per night. This means you can prepare for a getaway near the water at a price that won't stretch the budget. These prices were available on Expedia within the past 7 days, for a hotel booking with a check-in date within the next year. Prices reflect current offers and availability is subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
How many lakeside hotels are there in California?
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What is there to do in California near my lakeside hotel?
No matter your interests, there are many ways to spend your time in California. If you're headed to Los Angeles, drop by L.A. Live, Peacock Theater and California Science Center. Taking off to San Diego County? San Diego Zoo, Coronado Beach and San Diego Civic Theatre are popular sights here.