Marriott's Timber Lodge

Set beside Lake Tahoe, this upscale, mountainside hotel is a 5-minute walk from Harrah's Lake Tahoe casino and 3.6 miles from the Rubicon Trail. Warm, stylish rooms come with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and pull-out sofas, as well as kitchenettes. Suites add fireplaces, fully equipped kitchens, and separate living areas with sofas and dining tables. Amenities include a vibrant Asian-style bar and grill, a grocery store, and ski-in/ski-out access. There's also an outdoor pool, a hot tub and a fire pit, as well as a gym, a business center and a kids' club.