A stone’s throw from the California/Nevada state line, the Alpenrose offers semi-private beach passes and a daily continental breakfast is included in the price. The hotel has a Swiss lodge feel and has both indoor and outdoor fireplaces and a hot tub. Heavenly Mountain Resort is less than a mile away.

This contemporary property features spacious rooms with sitting areas, a seasonal outdoor pool and hot tub, private parking, and an on-site bar. There’s a beautiful outdoor seating area with a fire pit, and plenty of places to lounge around, read a book, or connect to the free Wi-Fi and get some work done. The Gondola at Heavenly is three miles away.

Situated in King’s Beach on the north shore of Lake Tahoe, this motel features swimming pools, a communal lounge area, a business centre, and a hot tub. Guests can also play table tennis at the property as well as pick up ski passes to be used at local slopes. All rooms come with a TV, fridge, coffee-maker, seating area, and private bathroom, and some also have a kitchenette. For guests arriving in their own transport, there’s free private parking. The hiking trails and other outdoor attractions of Eldorado National Forest are close by.