Dreaming of a winter wonderland, a secluded cabin for two, or a place to share with friends?
When the time is right and you’re heading to my neck of the woods, here are nine amazing Airbnbs in Lake Tahoe to consider whether you’re solo, a couple, looking to isolate away from everyone and everything, or are planning for a future friend getaway.
Best Airbnb for solo travelers
If a comforting stay is in the cards for your venture to Lake Tahoe, tiny homes are a great place to stay. This quaint cabin is located in a tiny home village, but gives enough privacy for visitors to have some space:
- Location: The Airbnb is located on North Lake Tahoe, on the California side.
- Nearby Attractions: The cabin is by North Lake Tahoe’s Agate Bay. Besides being surrounded by restaurants, the lake is also a short drive away from North Tahoe Regional Park.
- Cost: $138 a night
- Features of the Airbnb: The cabin has 1 bed and 1 bath. It can accommodate up to 2 guests.
Best Airbnb for couples
This cabin is an ideal hideout for couples wanting to get away from the bustle of South Lake Tahoe without being too far to enjoy the area. The A-frame shape of this Airbnb is perfect for privacy, while the surrounding area is made for some daytime excursions. With such cozy accommodation in the middle of Lake Tahoe’s nature, you may feel like you’re in a hobbit home from Lord of the Rings:
- Location: The Airbnb is located on California’s South Lake Tahoe.
- Nearby Attractions: This Airbnb is close to California’s Lake Tahoe Golf Course. The accommodation is around a 15-20 minute drive from the shores of the lake.
- Cost: $100 a night
- Features of the Airbnb: The cabin has 2 bedrooms, with a double bed in one and a king bed in the other. It also has 1 bath and can accommodate up to 4 guests.
Best Airbnb for skiing
If you want to ski without having to stay at the lake’s well-known resorts, this Airbnb is a great choice. Located in Alpine Meadows and Olympic Valley, this cabin is prime location for the scouting out the best slopes. This cabin can fit up to 12 guests, so definitely invite your ski buddies to make the most of this option:
- Location: The Airbnb is located on Lake Tahoe’s Californian side, in the northwestern part.
- Nearby Attractions: The cabin is near Alpine Meadows ski resort as well as the Squaw Valley Resort. Tahoe City is a short drive away.
- Cost: $656 a night
- Features of the Airbnb: The cabin has 4 baths, 4 bedrooms, and 7 beds. It can accommodate up to 12 guests.
Best Airbnb for lake lovers
Located in Dollar Point, this Airbnb makes the most of its surroundings through its circular design. This space has access to a private beach and a pier, so you are only a short walk away from a quiet day at the lake:
- Location: The Airbnb is located on Lake Tahoe’s Californian side, in the northwestern part.
- Nearby Attractions: The cabin is near Alpine Meadows and Squaw Valley ski resorts.
- Cost: $290 a night
- Features of the Airbnb: The cabin has 2.5 baths, 3 bedrooms, and 4 beds. It can accommodate up to 8 guests.
Best Airbnb for luxury travelers
If you’re coming to the lake hoping for a top-of-the line experience, this hideaway in North Lake Tahoe may be exactly what you need. This Airbnb’s contemporary design may feel like the interior of a five-star hotel, but don’t be fooled––with the home’s floor-to-window ceilings, you’ll see that you’re living in the middle of a fairytale:
- Location: The Airbnb is located on North Lake Tahoe, on the Nevada side.
- Nearby Attractions: The cabin is close to North Lake Tahoe’s Crystal Bay. If you want to ski, the Airbnb is near Diamond Peak Ski Resort, and on the way to Mt. Rose.
- Cost: $250 a night
- Features of the Airbnb: The cabin has 2 baths, 2 bedrooms, and 4 beds (one of them being a sofa bed). It can accommodate up to 4 guests.
Honorable mention: This cabin on Carnelian Bay has more than enough deck space to enjoy the surrounding nature. Keep warm by the fireplace, or take a dip in the hot tub for maximum enjoyment.
Best Airbnb for friend groups
Want to spend your time in Lake Tahoe with friends? This Airbnb has you covered! This cabin has mess hall tables on the inside and outside of the cabin, as well as a large living room to facilitate some quality group time:
- Location: The Airbnb is located on South Lake Tahoe, on the California side.
- Nearby Attractions: The cabin is about a 10-minute drive away from the lake. Truckee River is also nearby.
- Cost: $170 a night
- Features of the Airbnb: The cabin has 2 baths, 3 bedrooms, and 6 beds. It can accommodate up to 8 guests. There’s also a propane BBQ for you to enjoy.
Best Airbnb for views
Few things sound more idyllic than waking up to a spectacular view of Lake Tahoe. The cabin’s back deck allows you to enjoy the scenery from the comfort of the property, but the interior is just as comfortable. The Airbnb is also a short drive away from different restaurants in the area, so you get the best of both worlds:
- Location: The Airbnb is located on North Lake Tahoe, on the Californian side.
- Nearby Attractions: The cabin is on North Lake Tahoe’s Agate Bay, as well as Kings Beach.
- Cost: $179 a night
- Features of the Airbnb: The cabin has 1 bath, 1 bedroom, and 2 beds (one of them being a sofa bed). It can accommodate up to 2 guests.
Best Airbnb for budget travelers
There’s no such thing as wasted space in this cabin. But just because everything’s compact, that doesn’t mean that you need to skimp out on any of the essentials! Plus—with all of the things you can do around Lake Tahoe—why would you want to spend all of your time indoors anyway?
- Location: The Airbnb is located on Lake Tahoe’s west side in Tahoma, California.
- Nearby Attractions: This Airbnb is near Heavenly Village as well as Sierra at Tahoe.
- Cost: $75 a night
- Features of the Airbnb: The cabin has 1 bed and 1 bath. It can accommodate up to 2 guests.
Best Airbnb for exploring
With so many things to do in Lake Tahoe, it’s important to stay in a place where you can make the most out of what the area has to offer! This cottage is perfect for that, being near places of interest like Heavenly Mountain Resort. As a plus, the cottage also has a couple of bikes for you to fully explore the lake's south side:
- Location: The Airbnb is on the Californian side of South Lake Tahoe.
- Nearby Attractions: Besides being a short walk to the shore of the lake, the cabin is also walkable to different restaurants and night life spots. Heavenly Village is close by as well.
- Cost: $95 a night
- Features of the Airbnb: The cabin has 1 bath, 1 bedroom, and 1 bed. It can accommodate up to 2 guests.
With so many different ways to experience Lake Tahoe throughout the summer and winter, finding the perfect Airbnb is essential to getting your trip off on the right foot. And as you can see, stays in lake Tahoe come in all shapes and sizes. For every traveler wanting to experience Lake Tahoe in their own unique way, there are plenty of stays to choose from.
Is there a place you’d like to stay in Lake Tahoe? Let me know!
