| some rooms add fireplaces and whirlpool tubs. the humble rooms with exterior entrances feature flat-screen tvs, free wi-fi and microwaves, plus minifridges, and tea and coffeemaking facilities. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. continental breakfast and parking are complimentary. set on route 50, this unassuming budget hotel is 2 miles from el dorado beach and 4 miles from the heavenly ski resort
Reno-Tahoe International Airport 1 hr 13
Heavenly Mountain Resort (9 min)
Skiing, lake, ski resort, snowboarding, and mountain Heavenly Gondola (8 min)
Panoramic views of Lake Tahoe on a 2.4-mile sightseeing lift to a viewing deck with a cafe & a shop. Fallen Leaf Lake (14 min)
Deep national-forest glacial lake stretching nearly 3 miles, popular for boating, fishing & camping. Eagle Falls (19 min)
A short hike leads to this dramatic tired waterfall cascading down a pine-studded granite cliff. Mount Tallac (17 min)
9,739-ft. mountain offering several winter & summertime hiking trails through scenic surrounds. D. L. Bliss State Park (22 min)
Campsite featuring coin-operated showers & lockers, conveniently located near a pristine lake. Desolation Wilderness (19 min)
Mountainous landscape stretching 12.5 mi., with peaks, forests, a lake & black bear population. Pope Beach (11 min)
This quaint beach with dunes & pine trees lends itself to swimming, boating, cycling & picnics. Van Sickle Bi-State Park (9 min)
Natural area on the California-Nevada border with hiking & equestrian trails & historic buildings. Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (3 min)
Forest, lake, wilderness, camping, and backpacking Emerald Bay State Park (20 min)
Landmarked in 1994 for its glacier-carved granite, this park features panoramic views of the lake. Vikingsholm (25 min)
This 38-room manse offers tours from Memorial Day through late September, plus a public beach area. Montbleu Resort, Casino and Spa (10 min)
Plush rooms & suites with lake or mountain views, plus a pool, a spa, restaurants & live music. Tallac Historic Site (10 min)
Site of 2 historic homes, open seasonally, with exhibits, tours & events & costumed interpreters. Tahoe Keys (6 min)
Marina and lake | 
