| other amenities include a hot tub, a seasonal outdoor pool and access to a private area on the beach. low-key rooms offer free wi-fi, flat-screens and minifridges, plus microwaves, and tea and coffeemaking equipment. breakfast and parking are complimentary. some feature whirlpool tubs. set close to shops and restaurants off highway 50, this laid-back hotel is 7 minutes on foot from lakeside beach and 1 mile from van sickle bi-state park. check-in time: 4:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am
Reno-Tahoe International Airport 1 hr 5
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