The Lake Tahoe region of California is a year-round destination that is fun for watersports in the summer, skiing in the winter, and hiking any time in between. This is a very popular part of the state to visit for outdoor recreation, which means it may be a challenge to find an affordable hotel, especially if you are looking for a last-minute getaway. Airbnbs are great hotel alternatives for unique, affordable, and adorable places to stay. Here are some of the best ones around Lake Tahoe.
Chalet Steps from the Lake
For your large group headed to Tahoe, consider this chalet home that accommodates up to 10 guests with four bedrooms and three bathrooms. This newly built home is a Carnelian Bay getaway with a full kitchen, lots of space, and a large redwood deck with a table and Adirondack chairs. Stay here with kids because numerous child amenities can be provided, such as a high chair, stroller, and kid-friendly dishware. Driveway parking is offered for three to four cars, and additional parking is also available on the street.
Modern Mountain A-Frame
We love this cute A-frame cabin that’s available to rent on Airbnb for up to four people. With two bedrooms and two baths, it’s been completely renovated and has a great kitchen. There are lots of windows here to enjoy natural light. It’s situated between Kings Beach, Tahoe City, Squaw, and Northstar for your convenience. You’ll have a deck with a grill for cooking out. However, pets are not allowed at this Airbnb rental. Choose this property to be in a quaint and tranquil neighborhood that feels like home.
Mid-Century Modern Cabin - The Tahoe A-Frame
You’ll love this cozy A-frame in Homewood that has been fully renovated from the 1963 original. The cabin is on the West Shore in Lake Tahoe and 1,260 square feet in size. It sleeps up to six people and has two bedrooms and two baths. Also, there is a hot tub, Adirondack chairs, and spacious decks onsite. This is a pet-friendly rental that allows one well-behaved dog with prior approval. The amenities offered include Wi-Fi, cable TV, a kitchen, and free parking. Four-wheel-drive vehicles are recommended to get here during the winter. This is one of the most highly rated Airbnbs in the Tahoe area!
Little Dipper
Couples enjoy staying at this cabin that has one bedroom and one bathroom for their romantic getaways. It’s a classic 1930s cabin with modern comforts in a historic neighborhood. When you stay here, you’ll also be close to all the best Tahoe activities and be just a quick walk away from the lake. The quaint and cozy cabin is 360 square feet in size, giving you a tiny home-style adventure. The host here provides two kayaks and two sets of snowshoes for guests. The Little Dipper sits in front of a larger home (the Big Dipper) that sleeps eight people – rent both units for a larger group! Other perks of staying here are the well-equipped kitchen, hot tub, gas BBQ, laundry machines, and TV.
Cabin with Lake Tahoe View
Another good option for four people visiting Lake Tahoe is this cabin that has one bedroom and one bath. It’s less than a block to the lake and offers lake views from the house. The home is also right by Blackwood Canyon Forest and the hiking trail that starts here. You’ll have easy ski resort access, as well as good proximity to hiking, biking, boating, and swimming in the summer months. This is a very clean and sanitary space where the hosts prioritize guest health and safety. The sleeping arrangements are a queen-size bed and a sofa bed. Overall, it’s a highly rated Homewood Airbnb that’s continuously popular among guests.
Tahoe Hideaway - Freestanding Luxury A-Frame Home
A-frames are very popular in the Tahoe area, including this beautifully decorated one for up to four guests in Incline Village. It’s an ideal place to live the lake lifestyle and spend time enjoying nature and relaxing days. There’s a large wrap-around deck to have coffee in the morning and look up at the starry night skies. The property is two miles from the lakeshore and the ski slopes for your vacation convenience. Amenities included are Wi-Fi, cable TV, free parking, and a kitchen.
Brand New Boutique Stay
Two guests can stay in this newly renovated apartment that’s in the South of South Lake Tahoe’s Stateline. It’s 1.5 blocks from Highway 50 and Stateline and really close to Heavenly Village and the casinos. You’ll be in a private studio that is part of a 12-unit structure. It has an en-suite bath and oversized shower. The studio comes with an unassigned parking spot and is pet-friendly with a $50 pet fee (one max per room). The bedroom has a king-size bed here. Guests love the location of this Airbnb because it’s within walking distance to so many things and ideal for working remotely.
Vintage Modern Cabin in "Tahoe Tiny Home Village"
There are some excellent tiny house options available on Airbnb in the Tahoe area, including this modern vintage cabin. Two guests can stay here and have the tiny house to themselves. It’s a block from the lake’s shores and has all the amenities of a larger house. It’s in Kings Beach and in walking distance to bars, trails, markets, and restaurants. You’ll share a wall with the cabin next door and have a fully stocked kitchen here. It’s also nice to use the front porch seating area and central green space on the property. This is not an Airbnb for children or pets without prior approval.
La Cabana Carmelita
Up to three guests can stay at this Kings Beach Airbnb and enjoy this cute and cozy cabin with lake views. It has a small kitchenette, a large deck with patio furniture, and a private entrance. This is a dog-friendly option with a trail nearby and perfect for a romantic getaway.
Black Bears Den
For two people looking to explore Tahoe, consider this Airbnb apartment with one bedroom and one bath. It’s a vintage luxury space that’s in the heart of the West Shore and Sunnyside. You’ll be close to the bike path, hiking trails, Squaw, Alpine, Homewood, and Ward Creek. The space offers a kitchenette, Wi-Fi, and a cozy and charming vibe for your North Lake Tahoe getaway. There is a flight of stairs to access the apartment. Amenities included in the booking rate are cable TV, Wi-Fi, an indoor fireplace, and breakfast. Long-term stays of 28 days or more are allowed here; however, pets are not welcome. It’s right off Highway 89 South and a half-mile from the Firesign Café and West Shore Market.
Tiny Home Minutes from Skiing, Hiking, and Beach
This is another popular tiny house option in the heart of Kings Beach. You can walk to Lake Tahoe and enjoy many great restaurants nearby. It’s a studio cabin with a full kitchen, bathroom, queen-size Murphy bed, and washer and dryer. Guests have access to a smart TV with Hulu live, a propane barbecue and are a short drive to multiple ski resorts.
