STARDUST LODGE, South Lake Tahoe

The Stardust Lodge offers classically furnished guest rooms with wood accents and bright furnishings. Each room has a seating area with a sofa bed, a dining area, and a kitchenette. Some units include a king bed or a Murphy bed, a flat-screen TV, and a granite countertop kitchen. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.

A complimentary breakfast is served each morning in the activity center. Breakfast items include donuts from a local shop, waffles, hard-boiled eggs, fresh fruit, coffee, hot chocolate, and tea. Guests can eat in the activity center or take food back to their room. Coffee and popcorn are available in the office during the day. There are also many restaurants and shops within walking distance, including those at Heavenly Village.

The lodge has a year-round heated pool and hot tub, as well as a fitness center. There are two pools and two hot tubs, with one pool closed during winter. Guests can use the free DVD library, bicycle rentals in summer, and BBQ facilities. The activity center offers free and paid activities, including bingo, live music, and meet-and-greet events. A gym with dumbbells and a cable machine is also on site.

Stardust Lodge is less than a minute's walk from Heavenly Gondola and the Heavenly Village complex. It's a 5-minute walk from Lake Tahoe Beach Access, and about 10 minutes on foot to Hard Rock Resort and Casino, Harvey's, Harrah's, and MontBleu Resort and Casino. Shops, restaurants, a large shopping center, and hiking areas are within walking distance. The area is central for skiing, shopping, and casino access.