How to Find Hotels In Lake Tahoe, California

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Lovely Lake Tahoe, California is as popular with skiers in winter as it is with hikers and boaters in summer. This unusual lake--among the highest and the deepest in the U.S.--straddles California and Nevada.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

A computer to make your reservations online

Know Your Destination

Step 1

Admire the Sierra Nevada Mountains to the west and the Carson Mountains to the east.
Step 2

Know that Lake Tahoe, California first gained popularity as a resort area in the late 1800s. Tourism rules here.
Step 3

Know that thousands of men and women traveled past Lake Tahoe on their way to seek their riches during the Gold Rush that began in 1848.

Transportation

Step 1

Fly into Reno-Tahoe International Airport or Lake Tahoe Airport.
Step 2

Ask your hotel if they can provide a shuttle from the airport.

Hotels and Other Accommodations

Step 1

To book accommodations, contact Lake Tahoe Visitor and Convention Bureaus at (800) GOTAHOE or visit their Web site (see Resources below).
Step 2

Choose among a huge number of moderately priced hotels, including national chains.
Step 3

Consider more unusual Lake Tahoe, California accommodations. This may be the perfect spot for staying in a theme hotel, making a house swap or reserving a vacation rental. B&Bs and inns are also charming possibilities.
Step 4

Splurge with a stay at a luxurious resort. Resort accommodations offer the option of on-site dining, spas, golf and skiing.
Step 5

Take advantage of surprisingly low rates. More than 20 hotels in Lake Tahoe, California offer accommodations for less than $100. Make special note of ratings and reviews: some budget hotels are beloved, while others are just plain cheap.

Local Information and Attractions

Step 1

Visit the Scandinavian-style castle known as Vikingsholm. This beautiful, historic home was built in the late 1920s.
Step 2

Snowboard or ski at one of the many ski resorts. If you'd rather just admire the views, most ski resorts have a gondola you can take to the observation deck.
Step 3

Take a trip on the glass-bottomed Tahoe Queen. The boat sails night and day.
Step 4

Enjoy the fresh air. You can hike in D.L. Bliss State Park (which also boasts a terrific beach), mountain bike along Mr. Toad's Wild Ride or enjoy a guided horseback ride at Camp Richardson Corral.
Step 5

Choose from a huge number of golf courses, including Lake Tahoe Golf Course, Tahoe Paradise Golf Course and Magic Carpet Golf.