The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe
Alpine luxury with a casual mountain spirit. Think stone fireplaces, wood beams, icicle chandeliers, and earth tones — but the vibe in the bars and lounges is relaxed enough that ski boots wouldn't feel entirely out of place. Post-renovation, the design leans harder into Sierra Nevada nature, with hallway carpets mimicking lake-bottom boulders and local artists' work displayed throughout.
The Lake Club is capped at 40 guests per day — book through the concierge as soon as you arrive, or ideally before you get there. It fills up fast in summer.
Why It Matters
The only true ski-in/ski-out luxury hotel in Lake Tahoe. Direct slope access to Northstar California, a 17,000 sq ft slopeside spa, six dining outlets post-renovation, and a private Lake Club limited to just 40 guests per day. Also LEED New Construction certified — unusual for a property at this tier.
The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe sits mid-mountain at Northstar California Resort, the only luxury ski-in/ski-out property in the Tahoe region. First opened in 2006, it just completed a major two-year renovation (finished May 2025) that modernized all 170 rooms and suites with lighter, nature-inspired tones and gas fireplaces in every single room. The actual lake is about 15 minutes away by car, but the hotel bridges that gap with a private beach club on the North Shore, so you get both the mountain and the water.
Where You'll Stay
7 room types available
Deluxe Double Queen Guest Room
Same 455 sq ft footprint as the king room, with gas fireplace, soaking tub, and marble bathroom. Good option for families with kids who don't need a pull-out sofa. No living area, but solid square footage.
2 Queens · 42 sqm
Deluxe King Guest Room
The entry-level room, but don't let that fool you — these come in at 455 sq ft with a gas fireplace, deep soaking tub, and a Juliette balcony on king configurations. Marble bathrooms, 400+ thread count linens, and floor-to-ceiling windows are standard. No separate living area, but the rooms feel genuinely spacious.
1 King · 42 sqmFour-Bedroom Residence
The largest accommodation on property, up to four bedrooms with a mix of king and queen configurations. Full gourmet kitchen, multiple fireplaces, walk-in closets, hardwood floors, heated stone bathroom floors, washer/dryer, and a private deck. Fits large families or groups who want a private mountain home experience with full hotel service downstairs.
MultipleOne Bedroom Suite
At around 800 sq ft, these open into a proper living room setup with a king sofa bed, making the space workable for a family of four. Features 1.5 bathrooms — the master has a soaking tub, the guest bath is a full shower. A private balcony with mountain views is the headline feature.
1 King + Sofa Bed · 72 sqm
Ritz-Carlton Suite
The property's flagship single-unit suite at 1,900 sq ft. Separate dining room, separate living room, and a full kitchen with microwave — closer to a private residence than a hotel room. Complimentary wired and wireless internet.
1 King · 171 sqmThree-Bedroom Residence
The three-bedroom version of the mountain residence — same full-kitchen setup, heated stone floors, hardwood flooring, washer/dryer, and outdoor decking as the two-bedroom. Ideal for larger families or groups wanting the amenities of a private rental with the service of a Ritz-Carlton.
3 Kings + Sofa BedTwo-Bedroom Residence
Private residence-style accommodation on the upper floors. Full gourmet kitchen with wine refrigerator, spacious living room with fireplace, heated stone bathroom floors, walk-in closets, hardwood floors, and a full-size washer/dryer. Expansive outdoor decks. Think mountain home, not hotel room.
2 Kings + Sofa BedThe Property
Eat & Drink
6 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Offered Sundays at the Manzanita cocktail bar. $60 per person, includes three cocktails paired with appetizers. A good way to spend a Sunday afternoon between runs.
A supervised kids' activity program available for younger guests. Seasonal programming. Contact the hotel for current hours and age requirements.
A private beach club on the North Shore of Lake Tahoe, capped at 40 guests per day. Indoor-outdoor mid-century-modern building with a private pier, beach access, outdoor whirlpool, showers, changing facilities, complimentary kayaks and stand-up paddleboards, plus MasterCraft boat rentals. A full restaurant and bar operates 10am–4pm. Complimentary shuttle from the hotel. Advance reservations through the concierge are essential — it sells out regularly.
In summer, the Northstar ski slopes become a downhill mountain biking course. Trails accessible directly from the hotel. Bike rentals available through Northstar.
The same trails that become mountain bike paths in summer are snowshoe routes in winter. Hiking in summer. Both are walk-out-the-door accessible from the property.
The main outdoor heated pool and hot tub sit right on the Northstar slopes. Open daily 6am–10pm. Poolside cabanas available for reservation, with walk-up pool bar service and poolside dining. Worth it year-round — there's something about soaking in 90-degree water while surrounded by snow-dusted pines.
One of the most talked-about small touches at the property — evening s'more service at the outdoor fire pits. Guests regularly call this a highlight. No reservation needed; check with the hotel for timing.
The hotel's defining feature. Grab gear from the ski valet, pick up skis or a snowboard at the mountain concierge station on the gentle slope right outside the hotel, and you're on the chairlift in minutes. True North on-property sells Northstar lift passes and ski/snowboard rentals, so you never have to drive to the mountain.
Two private virtual golf simulator suites with a range of virtual sports games, shuffleboard, casual food menu, cocktails, and a personal attendant. 90 minutes for up to 10 guests for $250. Year-round. Reserve in advance — they book up on weekends.
On-site ski shop where guests can purchase Northstar lift passes, rent ski or snowboard equipment, and pick up a limited selection of apparel. Staff provide daily snow condition updates and trail recommendations.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Fifth-floor lounge with personalized service, a make-your-own cocktail bar, and five daily food presentations (breakfast 7–11am; hors d'oeuvres/snacks 11:30am–10pm). Access is included with Club-level room bookings or purchasable as a daily pass ($500 for two adults). Children under 5 free. Separate adult pricing for older children. Open daily 7am–10pm.
In-room and property-wide Wi-Fi. Marriott Bonvoy members receive complimentary in-room internet when booking direct.
In-room dining available daily 6:30–11:00 AM and 11:30 AM–11:00 PM.
State-of-the-art fitness center open 24 hours, 7 days a week. Equipment includes treadmills, ellipticals, exercise bikes, stair climbers, free weights, and weight machines. Features locker rooms. Reserved for overnight guests only.
Multiple meeting spaces available for corporate events and weddings. The private dining room at Manzanita seats up to 25 guests for intimate events. Mountain and lakeside wedding venues also available.
Valet-only parking at $65/night. Includes EV charging — electric vehicle charging is built into the valet fee.
Electric vehicle charging is available and included in the $65/night valet fee.
Pets welcome. Maximum 2 pets per room. Non-refundable $200 cleaning fee per stay.
On-site gift shop. Local artist artwork displayed throughout the property, some available for purchase.
A dedicated ski valet handles equipment storage on arrival. The mountain concierge station sits on the slope directly accessible from the hotel — guests can pick up equipment with a 10-minute advance notice each morning.
The property holds LEED New Construction certification. Carbon footprint: 103.48 kg per room night. Water footprint: 1,789.49 liters per room night. In-room recycling and electric car charging available.
The hotel provides complimentary shuttle service to downtown Truckee. TART Connect on-demand rideshare also provides free transportation to Truckee and the broader North Lake Tahoe area.
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