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Marriott's Timber Lodge

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#13 of 64 hotels in South Lake Tahoe
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South Lake Tahoe, California, is a beautiful, welcoming destination year-round, surrounded by nature and scenic views. Feel right at home at Marriott's Timber Lodge, A Marriott Vacation Club Resort in South Lake Tahoe, where you can choose from several vacation resort villa types that meet your travel needs. Our guest rooms offer a king bed and sofa bed that sleeps 4, and our one-, two-, and three-bedroom villas feature separate living areas, a full kitchen, and plenty of space for your family to spread out. You'll also enjoy convenient amenities such as on-site dining, a swimming pool, a children's splash pad, and a whirlpool. You can also participate in organized resort activities that are fun for the entire family. Enjoy hiking at Mt. Tallac Trail, exploring Emerald Bay and Carson Hot Springs, and much more nearby.
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Electric vehicle charging station
Free internet
Pool
Fitness Center with Gym / Workout Room
Bar / lounge
Game room
Hiking
Indoor play area for children
Valet parking
Paid private parking nearby
Wifi
Hot tub
Pool / beach towels
Outdoor pool
Heated pool
Fitness / spa locker rooms
Fitness classes
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Outdoor dining area
Snack bar
Vending machine
Ski rentals
Skiing
Bowling offsite
Table tennis
Tennis court offsite
Board games / puzzles
Video game console
Kids club
Car hire
Taxi service
Photo copier / fax In business center
Salon
Steam room
BBQ facilities
Concierge
Convenience store
Gift shop
Newspaper
Non-smoking hotel
Shared lounge / TV area
Shops
Sun loungers / beach chairs
24-hour front desk
Clothes dryer
Laundry service
Self-serve laundry
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Soundproof rooms
Air conditioning
Dining area
Fireplace
Coffee / tea maker
Cable / satellite TV
Sofa bed
Walk-in shower
Housekeeping
Private balcony
Safe
Seating area
Separate dining area
Separate living room
Sofa
Telephone
Iron
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Kitchenette
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
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Flatscreen TV
On-demand movies
Radio
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Mountain view
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4.0 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Mountain View
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John H wrote a review Feb 2024
Grantham, New Hampshire19 contributions3 helpful votes
My partner and I had three days available to ski/snowboard while in California on other business so we went to Tahoe. Timber Lodge is one of Mariott’s Vacation Properties, so it is not a traditional hotel (no room service, limited maid service, etc.). We were in a one bedroom “villa” complete with a separate living/dining/kitchen space. There was a stackable washer and dryer in a kitchen closet, and in the living room there was a sleeper couch and TV. The bedroom had a king bed, closet, dresser and an in-room jacuzzi tub. The bathroom had a door from the bedroom and a door from the kitchen. All of the rooms of our villa were in excellent condition with the exception of some of the shades, which were stuck in the permanently down position (that being the best of the two choices)! A couple things about the villa. First, I thought, based on its name, that it would be a stand alone cottage, but in reality it is simply a condo in a big building. That’s ok, and the room was very comfortable, but it’s not like you can drive your car anywhere near it. Also, our room was a fairly distant walk from the front desk, in a separate building, but we were very close to a door leading to the pool. We discovered a short cut, of sorts, by walking through the pool area when it was open instead of walking the long hallway with its twists and turns. Again, not a big deal for two healthy skiers, but anyone with mobility issues would want to double check with the hotel in advance about room location. The property’s outdoor pool and hot tub are beautiful. Both are heated in winter — the hot tub to 102 and the pool felt warm to the touch, though we did not swim. The on site restaurant was fun and is popular with the local ski crowd. Plenty of other choices in walking distance. And did I mention that the Heavenly gondola is located directly out the door of the main lobby?! There is a free ski/board check out this door for hotel guests. Could not be easier to get to the trails. While not technically “ski in/ski out”, in all practicality it is. We were extremely pleased with our stay here and would recommend it to anyone. As for the $35 valet parking? So what. Just pay it and move on. It’s unlimited ins/outs, and they have a fantastic automated system for requesting your car. We never had to wait. 5 stars!!
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Date of stay: February 2024Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Thank you for leaving a 5-star review with us! We greatly appreciate it, and hope you visit us again soon!
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Loungesong wrote a review Feb 2024
San Francisco, California336 contributions203 helpful votes
We have not stayed at the Timber Lodge in over 15 years. It was the first "nice" thing put in when they redeveloped South Lake Tahoe near Stateline and built the Gondola. We stayed there 3 or 4 times back then. All great trips. I remember back then that the hotel was quite a bit more expensive than other properties in the area. This time it was pretty reasonable especially for the room size. The hotel is about as luxurious as a mainline Marriott. Front desk staff was polite and expeditious at checkin. We had one of the worst rooms on the property, on the ground floor facing some pipes along a cement wall. Wasn't a big deal as we were hardly in the room during the day and it was quiet (not facing Fire & Ice). However we had a significant plumbing issue with the shower that initially would not get hot, then after being fixed was scalding only, and then on day 3 would not get hot all. I'm giving the hotel 5 stars as they tried to rectify it each day and made good on the issue. The other problem was we did not have any housekeeping service for our 3 night stay. We were told at check in that we would have houskeeping after 2 nights, but they never came and when we called they initially said we weren't getting it, but then someone called back and said we should have. Oh well. The sheets were typical thin Marriott cotton/poly sheets. Lots of lint, bleach smell and just rough in general. Valet was $35/nt but was expedient using an app to get the car brought out. There was some confusion for kids happy hour which we thought was free but was $5 a kid for some cotton candy, seriously? In the end you literally can't beat this place for access to the Heavenly gondola. It's a great value proposition for giving you the feel of ski in/out for a fraction of what it would cost in Utah or Colorado
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Date of stay: February 2024
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travelingr0cks wrote a review Feb 2024
Minneapolis, Minnesota100 contributions28 helpful votes
It’s a no-brainer to stay here. It’s right at the base of Heavenly Mountain, where you’ll jump on the gondola right outside the door of the hotel. It’s within walking distance to everything you need in this area (restaurants, ski rental, shops, etc), so you won’t need a car. Inside the hotel, the facilities are excellent and the service is top notch. My favorite activity after skiing every day was sitting in any of the 4 large hot tubs with a drink. The pool was a great option too if I got too hot in the hot tub. My husband loved the gym, and if we had more time we would’ve attended some of the gym classes! This place is perfect for all ages- we saw lots of young families, and we were here just the 2 of us which worked great too. Location is about 1 hour 10 minutes from the Reno airport. Highly recommend!
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Date of stay: February 2024Trip type: Traveled as a couple
Room Tip: Weekends are very busy! Visit during the week when possible.
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Thank you for leaving a 5-star review with us! We greatly appreciate it, and hope you visit us again soon!
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LovestoTravel wrote a review Jan 2024
san francisco320 contributions82 helpful votes
It was a last minute trip and they didn't disappoint us. We stayed at a 2 Bedroom Villa, basically it's two connecting rooms with a living room in the middle. We love the luxury of having two bathrooms and all the kitchen equipments. You are paying for the close proximity to everything. Our kids really enjoyed all the amenities, from the pool to the Kids Club and the ice skating rink. Check in was welcoming and it was clean. If you are a light sleeper, the heater and vent is very loud. That's probably the only down side. We only stayed for a night, so valet was not an issue for us. The car got down really quickly. We will def. Stay here again.
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Date of stay: January 2024Trip type: Traveled with family
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Responded Jan 9, 2024
We are happy to hear you enjoyed your weekend getaway at our property. Thank you for the positive review, and of course, we will take note of the air vent.
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Mike L wrote a review Dec 2023
Oakland, California2 contributions3 helpful votes
We stayed in a two-bedroom villa for five nights. The accommodations were, as always, consistent with the Marriott Vacation Club, with the exception that there was no self parking, necessitating using valet parking, which, although it was a little inconvenient, was very efficiently performed. What was particularly enjoyable was that, literally within steps of its location, the facility is surrounded by, inter alia, shops, restaurants, a movie complex, and a comedy club. We had a great time.
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Date of stay: November 2023
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Responded Dec 13, 2023
We thank you for sharing your fantastic review. We are happy you are enjoying our convenient location to dining and the theatre as well. We hope to host you on a future visit to South Lake Tahoe!
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JeannieChiliBeanie wrote a review Nov 2023
Auburn, California215 contributions218 helpful votes
ready for marriott to welcome without the upsell… we are happy vacation club owners and titanium bonvoy frequent visitors. I am tired of the pre check in communication and then the check in concierge driven up selling. you would delight us with a genuine welcome. the property and service speaks well enough on its own. the badgering to get us into an owners update has the opposite effect.
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
Room Tip: don’t bother going to the concierge desk for you’re”discount card”
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Responded Nov 13, 2023
We really appreciate your review of Marriott's Timber Lodge. We're glad you enjoyed the resort. We appreciate the feedback regarding the sales and marketing team. Thank you for taking time to share your comments. We can't wait to welcome you again in the future!
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Tracie C wrote a review Oct 2023
2 contributions1 helpful vote
Was really excited to come here. Had booked and been looking forward to our 3 night trip for many months. Only to get here at 4pm check in time, almost 2hrs later still standing in lobby with a cranky toddler after a 6hr drive with NO ROOM
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
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Responded Oct 27, 2023
Tracie, we apologize for your arrival experience and appreciate you letting us know. Please contact a Manager at the front desk to share your concern so that it can be addressed.
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maggee222 wrote a review Oct 2023
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I had a wonderful stay at this hotel! The room came with a washer dryer, fireplace, full kitchen, full bathroom with double sinks, and a table that seats six. The staff is incredibly nice and the hotel room and hotel are kept clean. My only complaint is the bed and pillows. I found both to be a little uncomfortable. Other than that, it’s been a wonderful stay. The hotel is close to many shops and restaurants and within walkable distance to the casinos.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Responded Oct 25, 2023
We appreciate this great review and are glad you found our location to be conveniently near dining and shopping options! We hope our rooms afforded some semblance of home with our room amenities. We apologize that you found our bedding to be uncomfortable and appreciate your feedback.
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Susan S wrote a review Oct 2023
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I have stayed at this property for several years and as a Marriott owner, I was extremely disappointed. The main problem was the bed and pillows. The bed was so hard that I felt I was sleeping on a piece of wood. I basically was not able to sleep and decided to check out two days earlier due to exhaustion. The pillows had no firmness to them and you could feel the hard mattress under your head. I literally had to sleep with four pillows for some support. Also, if you are renting as a hotel, you get your room cleaned, if as an owner, you have to pay for a cleaning. Such high hopes for a much needed vacation that fell short
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Responded Oct 11, 2023
We apologize that the bed was so uncomfortable for you. Please contact our Customer Advocacy office at 800-860-9384 to have your concern addressed.
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John E wrote a review Oct 2023
1 contribution1 helpful vote
The room was clean--small, but clean. We had to laugh at the hotel's sense of "la-di-da" in calling their room a "villa." But what really torqued us was the unannounced additional fee of $35 per night to park our car (an added $70 for the two nights we stayed). If the hotel is going to charge that, then add it onto the per-night price up front, BEFORE the reservations are made. The valet parking crew was friendly and competent, but you have to notify them 20-30 minutes in advance that you need access to your car. Makes it difficult to retrieve something you might have forgotten to take up to your room when checking in. We stayed on the fifth floor, and it took 275 paces each way to get over and back to the single ice machine. Hard on elderly legs. All-in-all, we would not stay at the Marriott Timber Lodge again. Too much hassle.
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Date of stay: September 2023
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Responded Oct 2, 2023
We really appreciate your review of Marriott's Timber Lodge, John. We're glad your room was clean, but apologize you were unaware of the valet parking fee as this information can be found on the Marriott app when booking your stay. We are unable to include the parking fee to the nightly room rate as it is a third-party who manages the parking. Thank you for taking time to share your comments and for giving us a try!
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Frequently Asked Questions about Marriott's Timber Lodge
Which popular attractions are close to Marriott's Timber Lodge?
Nearby attractions include The Gondola at Heavenly (0.04 miles), The Loft Theatre (0.1 miles), and Puzzle Room Tahoe (0.3 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Marriott's Timber Lodge?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include a pool, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge.
Which room amenities are available at Marriott's Timber Lodge?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at Marriott's Timber Lodge?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and breakfast during their stay.
Is parking available at Marriott's Timber Lodge?
Yes, paid private parking nearby and valet parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Marriott's Timber Lodge?
Conveniently located restaurants include Flatstick Pub, Driftwood Cafe, and Base Camp Pizza Co..
Are there opportunities to exercise at Marriott's Timber Lodge?
Yes, guests have access to a pool, a fitness center, and fitness classes during their stay.
Are any cleaning services offered at Marriott's Timber Lodge?
Yes, laundry service and self serve laundry are offered to guests.
Are there any historical sites close to Marriott's Timber Lodge?
Many travelers enjoy visiting Vikingsholm (5.0 miles).
Does Marriott's Timber Lodge have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the mountain view available here.
Is Marriott's Timber Lodge accessible?
Yes, it offers facilities for disabled guests. For specific inquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.