Edgewood Tahoe Resort is the best lakefront hotel on Lake Tahoe's South Shore for a honeymoon. It sits right on the water in Stateline, Nevada, a few minutes from Heavenly and the casinos but on grounds that feel worlds away, with a lawn running down to the lake, mountains across the water and a golf course along the shore that the Park family opened in 1968.
The lodge is built in grand mountain style with stone, timber and big windows and it has become one of the few true luxury hotels on the lake. Rooms are known for fireplaces and balconies, the spa is a full 8,500 square feet and dinner at The Edge comes with sunset over the water. In winter you are close to the slopes; in summer you can kayak, paddleboard or simply sit by the lake.
It suits couples who want one polished base for both outdoor days and comfortable evenings. It suits less well if you want a cabin in the woods, a quieter village or a lower budget. The resort has been expanding its event venue, so ask whether any construction is underway near your room.
Highlights at a glance
- Lakefront grounds on Tahoe's South Shore
- Lakeside championship golf course opened in 1968
- Rooms known for fireplaces and balconies
- 8,500-square-foot spa
- The Edge restaurant with sunset views
Why Couples Love Edgewood
Most hotels on Lake Tahoe are either on the water or luxurious, rarely both. Edgewood is both and that combination is why couples choose it. The setting is spacious: the golf course gives the resort open lawns and long views, so you look across the lake to the snowy peaks of the western shore rather than at neighbors.
Evenings are the highlight. Guests drift out onto the lawn, the bar deck fills for sunset and the light over the water turns pink and then deep blue. In winter, coming back from a day of skiing to a fireplace in your room and a lake-view dinner is hard to beat. Service is attentive and the resort is used to celebrating honeymoons and anniversaries.
Rooms and Suites to Book
The lodge has five main room types. Tahoe Rooms are the entry category and Tahoe Premier rooms add better positions. The Junior King Suite gives you more space. The Edgewood Suite is described as a lake-view retreat and the Emerald Suite is the top choice, named for one of the lake's most famous views.
For a honeymoon, pay for a room with a lake view. Mountain or golf course views are fine, but the lake is what makes the stay. Ask for an upper floor and a balcony and confirm a fireplace if you visit in the cooler months. The resort also has villas with two to five bedrooms, which suit families or friends more than couples. Book early for July, when the celebrity golf tournament takes over the course.
Food, Drink and the Spa
The Edge is the fine dining restaurant, with tasting menus and big windows over the lake. Book a table at sunset. The Bistro serves seasonal lakeside cooking in a more relaxed setting and Brooks' Bar and Deck is the casual spot for drinks and bar food, with a deck that is busy on summer evenings. Tea with an Edge, an afternoon tea service and private dining are also available.
The spa covers 8,500 square feet, with massages, facials and an oxygen bar, which helps after a long hike at altitude. It is open to day visitors as well as lodge guests, so book couples' treatments in advance, especially on weekends and holidays. There is also a pool at the resort for summer days.
Why guests fall for it
Things to Do
Lake Tahoe works for every season and for different tastes.
- In winter, Heavenly is a few minutes away for skiing and snowboarding, with lake views from many runs.
- In summer, kayak or paddleboard on the lake, take a boat to Emerald Bay or drive the West Shore to see Vikingsholm.
- Golf the lakefront course, home of the American Century Championship each July.
- Hike the Van Sickle Bi-State Park trails above Stateline, or drive to Sand Harbor on the East Shore for clear water and granite boulders.
The lake sits at about 6,200 feet, so drink plenty of water and take your first day easy. Lake water is cold even in August. Store food carefully; black bears are common around Tahoe.
Getting There
Reno-Tahoe International Airport (RNO) is the closest major airport, about an hour and 15 minutes by car via Carson City and the Kingsbury Grade. Sacramento (SMF) is about two hours away and San Francisco about three and a half to four hours depending on traffic. The resort can arrange private airport transportation.
A car is useful for exploring the lake, but in winter you will need chains or all-wheel drive and should check road conditions before driving over the mountain passes. Summer weekends and ski holidays bring heavy traffic around Stateline and South Lake Tahoe. Midweek stays in June or September often have the best mix of weather, lower prices and quieter roads.
Is It Worth It?
If you want a lakefront luxury stay on the South Shore, Edgewood is the clear choice and generally worth the price. You get the lake, the mountains, a spa and serious dining in one place, with skiing or summer adventures nearby.
There are trade-offs. Rates are high in summer and over ski holidays and the resort can feel busy during events and tournaments. Work on a new event venue may affect parking and quiet near some rooms while it lasts. Some couples prefer the calmer North Shore or West Shore, where rentals and small inns feel more rustic and intimate. If you want a cabin with a hot tub and pine forest, rent one instead. For a polished, romantic hotel right on the water, Edgewood is hard to beat.
Insider tips
- Pay for a lake-view room on an upper floor; it makes the stay.
- Avoid the July golf tournament week unless you want to watch it.
- Book couples' spa treatments early, since day guests use the spa too.
- Ask whether event venue construction is still underway before choosing your room.
