My vote is for the Best Western Station House Inn. They have specials throughout the year which give you free cooked to order breakfast each morning, one free dinner at their restaurant, and two free cruises of Emerald Bay. We always stay there when we go. We like the food, and the inn is also within walking distance of the casinos. We got married 5 years ago yesterday at the waterfall atop Emerald Bay so Tahoe holds special memories for us. Have fun!

Curious, last summer we went to Harvey's and they had just opened a new seafood buffet. It's huge, right off the casino. They have huge sushi area also. It's decorated really nice with a modern sort of under the ocean feel. We used to go to Harrah's on Fridays for seafood but since the redid the room we don't think it's as nice. Of coarse the view is still beautiful, but there is no lounge to wait in anymore and some of the decor is almost stomach turning.

I booked @ Harvey's however I am was viewing some other properties and I was intrigued w/Lakeside Inn and Casino. Is it close to the other hotel-casinos and activies. I went to the website and it looks like a nice place...reasonably priced...about the same as Harvey's.
What do you think? This is my first visit so....thanks!

I bean on vacation for 2 weeks and come back to Tahoe accomodation questions???!!!!

Stayed at Tahoe Seasons for an anniversary celebration. The hot tub in the room is right in the center and can be pretty romantic. Privacy is provided by screens.

Have also stayed at the Embassy Suites which is so close to the casinos it may as well be one except no smoke!!! Love the Embassy Suites.

New place is the Marriott Timber Lodge which looks very nice and is right in the middle of the busy gondola area. Wenbt Thru south shore on the 18th and was amazed at the how busy it was. Though some people enjoy their stays at Harrahs and Harveys I don't because you really can't get away from the smoke.

The Hyatt is really beautiful after its renovation. Very lodgy. Private beach area with food and beverage service. YES!

Love Meeks Bay also and love Sunnyside Resort too!

Make sure you get a Wet Woody at the Riva Grill since you're staying at south shore other wise get one at Garwoods at Carnelian Bay. For awesome meals Evans and Cafe Fiore.

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Suuuuuuz...Welcome back...where's your trip report?

Hey Kal, We went to Mammoth and then Sunriver OR. Trip report is posted. You know the drill, click on my name and there you go!

Have never been to Tahoe (for shame!) and am curious to know which airport is closest? Also, what is the drive time between airport and resort area? Anyone? Thank you!

I think for the most part you'd fly into Reno. Then drive away from Reno as fast as you can!! You can get from Reno to Incline in just under and hour. If you want to go to south shore it will take you about an hour and a half. If you drive to Incline and then to south shore you won't care about the extra half hour because it's so pretty!

South Lake Tahoe has a little airport but not much flies into it.

Thanks for the information, Suzie.... and the laugh!

The other day I was looking at pictures from past trips to Lake Tahoe. All this talk makes me want to go up there again! It's been 3 years since we were there last time and I don't think I have EVER gone 3 years without at least passing through there once.

I've vacationed in Tahoe my whole life and do many weekends there as it is close but I have rarely been to Reno. I did however just go last month and seriously do not get the draw. Saw a great fireworks show put on by the Silver Legacy for their 9th anniv celebration but the "show" that the "people" put on before the fireworks was a real hoot. We now know for sure that Jerry Springer will always have an audience and an unlimited stream of "guests"

Suuuuz, I used "do time" in Reno in the late 70s/early 80s and totally agree. Did have some fun tho. Hardy House, Shy Clown, Louie's Basque Corner....all on the company.

Couldn't wait to get over the hill to Tahoe or Truckee/Donner.

Reno/Sparks for the Best of the West BBQ Fest over Labor day weekend is hard to beat, tho.
Get a room at the Nugget and you're within stumbling distance to your room.
"GREAT Q" from all over.

Stayed 3 nights at Harrahs this summer.
Room was large and had a great view of
the lake and mountains. $149.00 per
night. A very good experience. Be sure
to eat at the top of Harveys. Wonderful
meal and view!!