Marriott Timberlodge, in South Lake Tahoe. Hands down the best place to stay if you want the full experience with the whole family.

It’s next to the Heavenly Mountain Resort on the Nevada state border. You can walk from your hotel room to the gondolas, to all the restaurants and shops, the casinos, and some hiking trails. It’s a central location to everything and in walking distance. Free valet parking with Time share (in our case.) At the time it was $30 /day for other guests. You got 10% off at local vendors and restaurants and shops. Ask front Desk for discount card.