Central Valley, CA

Travel Guide

Central Valley
Sacramento featuring heritage architecture and an administrative buidling
Sacramento which includes interior views
Sacramento featuring a city and heritage architecture
Kings Beach State Park which includes landscape views and general coastal views

Where to stay in Central Valley

Greater Sacremento

Downtown Sacramento

3.5/5(2,063 area reviews)

Undergoing revitalization, Downtown Sacramento boasts the retail and entertainment hub, Downtown Commons (DOCO), with Macy's and various dining options. Explore the California State Capitol, Sacramento City Hall, and enjoy convenient public transit options.

Downtown Sacramento
Antique ski wall in the Zephyr lounge. Imagine cruising around on those gems.

Northstar

While visiting Northstar, you might make a stop by sights like Northstar California Resort and Big Springs Express Gondola.

Northstar
I took this at South Lake Tahoe, California on August 29th. Taken high above the lake, at Heavenly Gondola Vista Point :). This is one of the most iconic views of Lake Tahoe, a lake very popular among Americans. I loved seeing the gorgeous, colorful lake. And the vast landscape surrounding it. The lush, green forest seemed to go on forever. And the mountains were epic! You can even see some snow still atop the mountains. But best of all was the deep, serene lake! I was also at Tahoe for a family wedding. A perfect place for such an occasion!

Heavenly Valley

While visiting Heavenly Valley, you might make a stop by sights like Heavenly Ski Resort and Aerial Tramway.

Heavenly Valley
Antique ski wall in the Zephyr lounge. Imagine cruising around on those gems.

Northstar Village

If you're spending some time in Northstar Village, Northstar California Resort and Big Springs Express Gondola are top sights worth seeing.

Northstar Village
Squaw Valley Resort featuring snow, mountains and snow skiing

The Village At Palisades Tahoe

If you're spending some time in The Village At Palisades Tahoe, Olympic Museum and Red Dog Ski Lift are top sights worth seeing.

The Village At Palisades Tahoe
Heavenly Gondola

Heavenly Village

If you're spending some time in Heavenly Village, The Shops at Heavenly Village and Heavenly Gondola are top sights worth seeing.

Heavenly Village
Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe

Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe

4 out of 5
4130 Lake Tahoe Blvd South Lake Tahoe CA
The price is $173 total per night from Jan 27 to Jan 28
$173 total
per night
Jan 27 - Jan 28
Book a stay at this business-friendly resort in South Lake Tahoe. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,314 reviews)
Love the location!

Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026

Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe
Hotel Piccadilly

Hotel Piccadilly

3 out of 5
2305 W Shaw Ave Fresno CA
The price is $71 total per night from Jan 25 to Jan 26
$71 total
per night
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Fresno. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,750 reviews)
Room was clean. Staff was OK. Hair dryer did not work.

Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026

Hotel Piccadilly
Station House Inn - Near Heavenly Gondola

Station House Inn - Near Heavenly Gondola

3 out of 5
South Lake Tahoe CA
The price is $124 total per night from Jan 13 to Jan 14
$124 total
per night
Jan 13 - Jan 14
Book a stay at this beach hotel in South Lake Tahoe. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,100 reviews)
Very friendly staff, I would stay again.

Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026

Station House Inn - Near Heavenly Gondola
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.
The Americana Village

The Americana Village

2 out of 5
3845 Pioneer Trl South Lake Tahoe CA
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in South Lake Tahoe. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,524 reviews)
Americana Village was such a relief for us as we got stuck in a snow storm and all roads were closed. The staff was very welcoming and helpful and the suite really clean. If I had to make a constructive feedback I would advise to double check on the foldable cot mattress and mattress protection cleanliness. ...

Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026

The Americana Village
Hyatt Vacation Club at Northstar Lodge, Lake Tahoe

Hyatt Vacation Club at Northstar Lodge, Lake Tahoe

4.5 out of 5
970 Northstar Drive Truckee CA
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Truckee. Enjoy free parking, 3 hot tubs, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,140 reviews)
Nice location. Front desk helpful.

Reviewed on Jan 1, 2026

Hyatt Vacation Club at Northstar Lodge, Lake Tahoe
Stardust Lodge

Stardust Lodge

2.5 out of 5
4061 Lake Tahoe Blvd South Lake Tahoe CA
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in South Lake Tahoe. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (778 reviews)
Comfortable and nice

Reviewed on Dec 31, 2025

Stardust Lodge
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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