Carnelian Bay Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Where to stay in Carnelian Bay

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Carnelian Woods

While Carnelian Woods may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like North Tahoe Marina and North Shore Parasail.

Cedar Flat

While Cedar Flat isn't home to many top sights, Tahoe Cross Country Ski Area and North Tahoe Marina are some notable places to visit nearby.

Tahoe North Shore Lodge

Tahoe North Shore Lodge

2 out of 5
201 Carnelian Bay Ave. Carnelian Bay CA
The price is 3.307.878 ₫ per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
3.307.878 ₫
3.704.823 ₫ total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Carnelian Bay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
6.8/10 (538 reviews)
"We seriously considered leaving after one night and just eating the cost of the second night we'd planned on. Never before have I stayed at a place with free soap from another hotel! Which was hilarious, but also, what? That non sequitur aside, the shower was the worst I've ever seen. There were ..."

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026

Tahoe North Shore Lodge
Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe

Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe

3.5 out of 5
50 Highway 50 Stateline NV
The price is 2.659.233 ₫ per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
2.659.233 ₫
4.000.574 ₫ total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Stateline. Enjoy an outdoor pool, 3 restaurants and a casino. Our guests praise the bar and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.2/10 Good! (5,435 reviews)
"Beautiful new rooms, Comfortable beds. Beautiful balcony view of pool, lake and mountains. Very clean property and whole hotel, My definite hotel to stay in when in Tahoe."

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2026

Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe
Bally’s Lake Tahoe Casino Resort

Bally’s Lake Tahoe Casino Resort

4 out of 5
55 Highway 50 Stateline NV
The price is 1.968.778 ₫ per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
1.968.778 ₫
3.243.595 ₫ total
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Stateline. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and a casino. Our guests praise the pool and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
Bally’s Lake Tahoe Casino Resort
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Olympic Village Inn

Olympic Village Inn

3 out of 5
1909 Chamonix Place Olympic Valley CA
Stay at this condo in Olympic Valley. Enjoy free parking, 3 hot tubs and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (466 reviews)
"Okay"

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2026

Olympic Village Inn
South Lake Chalet

South Lake Chalet

3 out of 5
942 Poplar St. South Lake Tahoe CA
Stay at this chalet in South Lake Tahoe. Enjoy free parking, a marina and premium bedding. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (196 reviews)
"I had a wonderful stay at South Lake Chalet. The room looked exactly like the photos online, which was a pleasant surprise. The location is excellent—close to casinos, shopping, and a variety of restaurants. I especially enjoyed the studio room with its convenient kitchenette, which included a Keurig ..."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2026

South Lake Chalet
Red Wolf Lodge at Olympic Valley

Red Wolf Lodge at Olympic Valley

3 out of 5
1855 Village South Rd Olympic Valley CA
Stay at this ski condo in Olympic Valley. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Palisades Tahoe and Red Dog Ski Lift are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (607 reviews)
"Hidden gem....shhhhh...don't tell too many others!!!"

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2026

Red Wolf Lodge at Olympic Valley
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beach near Carnelian Woods

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at beach near Carnelian Woods during your trip to Carnelian Bay? While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
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Cities near Carnelian Bay

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