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On Delta Cars & Stays, you can earn or redeem miles as
a SkyMiles Member and easily book cars from trusted
brands like Hertz, Enterprise, Avis and SIXT. Terms apply. 

 

Make the Most of Your South Lake Tahoe Stay

 

Cultural attractions and outdoor access

South Lake Tahoe sits at the intersection of California and Nevada, where alpine wilderness meets high-energy entertainment. The Heavenly Gondola rises 2.4 miles to observation decks offering sweeping views across the lake's cobalt waters, while Emerald Bay State Park showcases Vikingsholm, a 38-room Scandinavian castle built in 1929 and one of the finest examples of Nordic Revival architecture in the country. The Tallac Historic Site preserves Gilded Age estates where San Francisco's elite once summered, offering insight into the region's transformation from Washoe homeland to exclusive mountain retreat.

Dining and business amenities

The culinary landscape has evolved beyond casino buffets to include Gordon Ramsay's Hell's Kitchen at Harveys and Edgewood Restaurant, where floor-to-ceiling windows frame lakefront sunsets. Evan's American Gourmet Cafe has anchored the fine dining scene for 30 years. Business travelers will find extensive conference facilities at the Stateline casino resorts, with private car services providing airport transfers from Reno-Tahoe International, 60 minutes away.

Getting around and exploring nearby

The free Lake Link microtransit system connects major hotels and attractions throughout the South Shore, while the area serves as a base for exploring Hope Valley or Virginia City. Members can maximize miles by booking accommodations ranging from mountain modern properties to lakefront lodges at this year-round destination.

 

Frequently Asked Questions about South Lake Tahoe

 

Can I book hotels in South Lake Tahoe on Delta Stays using miles?

Yes, you can use your Delta miles for your hotel reservation in South Lake Tahoe, or you can opt for a miles-plus-cash combination to provide more booking options. Upon accessing your Delta SkyMiles account, you will find Member-valued offers at participating properties that could enhance your visit.


What are the benefits if I use Delta Stays to book my hotel stay in South Lake Tahoe?

As a SkyMiles Member, you will earn 2 miles per $1 you spend (excluding taxes, fees and mileage redemption bookings) on completed hotel stays booked through Delta Stays. You will also enjoy access to special Member offers at select properties, and have the flexibility to pay with miles, cash, or a combination of both. To ensure you earn miles when paying fully with cash, simply sign in to your SkyMiles account or enter your SkyMiles number at checkout. Please allow up to 8 weeks after completing a stay for miles to appear in the SkyMiles account provided. Please also note that if you use miles to pay for any portion of your stay, you will not earn miles on that reservation, including any amount paid with cash.


What is the policy to change or cancel my hotel booking made through Delta Stays?

Cancellation policies differ depending on the property you choose. Be sure to check the cancellation policy listed under the hotel’s details before booking. You'll find that some rates are refundable, while others are non-refundable. Any modifications or cancellations to your reservation may affect the number of miles you earn and receive in your account.


Can I earn MQDs on Delta Stays hotel bookings?

Delta Stays occasionally offers valued promotions allowing SkyMiles Members to accumulate Medallion® Qualification Dollars when booking accommodations through their platform. We recommend accessing the Delta Stays MQD Offer page to view current MQDs promotions and review their terms and conditions.


In order to book a hotel on Delta Stays, do I need to be a Delta SkyMiles Member?

No, Delta Stays is available to everyone for hotel bookings. However, by becoming a SkyMiles Member, you will unlock the ability to earn miles and access Member-only prices and offers. As a Member, you will earn 2 miles per $1 you spend on Delta Cars & Stays (excluding taxes, fees and mileage redemption bookings). Plus joining SkyMiles is free. Become a Member today by visiting the delta.com.


Which hotels have good ratings in South Lake Tahoe?

You will find 71 hotels in South Lake Tahoe to choose from when you book with Delta Stays. Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe has a guest rating of 8.8 out of 10, and features an indoor pool and a hot tub. Another top-rated hotel is Basecamp South Lake Tahoe, where you can enjoy a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Hilton Vacation Club Lake Tahoe Resort South has a rating of 8.4 and this resort has an outdoor pool and a restaurant.


What area should I consider for my trip to South Lake Tahoe?

South Lake Tahoe is home to a wide variety of fascinating neighborhoods loved by travelers and locals.

Heavenly Village brings together alpine adventure and resort comforts at the base of Lake Tahoe's slopes, where a gondola rises to panoramic views and pedestrian plazas buzz with shops, restaurants, and year-round attractions like an ice rink and mini-golf. Popular hotels here include Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe and Heavenly Village Condos - Grand Residence.

Lakeside Park stretches along South Lake Tahoe's pristine shoreline, where sandy beaches meet impossibly blue alpine waters and a scenic promenade invites sunset strolls with the Sierra Nevada peaks rising dramatically in the background. Here you will find top-rated hotels like Basecamp South Lake Tahoe and The Coachman Hotel.


What's a good time of year to visit South Lake Tahoe?

To experience Lake Tahoe during great weather, visit in July when temperatures are warmest and skies are sunny—perfect for lake activities, though expect crowds and premium prices. For off-peak pricing and fewer visitors, consider November when you'll find lower rates, though some services may be limited.


Which hotels in South Lake Tahoe are near Heavenly Gondola?

Soar 2.4 miles on the Heavenly Gondola to the 9,123-foot Observation Deck for sweeping views of Lake Tahoe and Sierra Nevada peaks. Café Blue offers refreshments at the summit. Heavenly Village Condos - Timber Lodge is a popular hotel, which is just steps away. Desolation Hotel is another well-reviewed hotel and it is also close by.


Which hotels in South Lake Tahoe are near The Shops at Heavenly Village?

Heavenly Village buzzes at the base of the mountain with boutiques, dining, and live music on the plaza. Winter brings an outdoor ice rink for post-slope relaxation. Popular hotels include Heavenly Village Condos - Timber Lodge which is steps away. Another top hotel is Desolation Hotel and it is also close by.


Which hotels in South Lake Tahoe are near Lakeside Beach?

Lakeside Beach stretches along Lake Tahoe's shoreline with volleyball courts and watercraft rentals. Lifeguards patrol during summer months for safe swimming in the crystal-clear waters. The Landing Resort & Spa is a popular hotel, which is just steps away. Another hotel is Edgewood Tahoe Resort and it is also close by.


Are there any luxury 4-star and 5-star hotels in South Lake Tahoe?

South Lake Tahoe offers many notable luxury hotels. At The Landing Resort & Spa, guests love the outdoor pool. Desolation Hotel is also well reviewed and features an outdoor pool and a hot tub. For luxury hotels in other destinations, visit the Luxury Stays page.


Terms and conditions:

Mileage Offer:

SkyMiles Members will earn two (2) miles per US$1 or equivalent foreign currency spent at https://carsandstays.delta.com/Opens in a new window on the base hotel rate for a completed hotel stay. Base hotel rate is the cost of the hotel room, before taxes and fees, charged at the time of booking or upon checkout. Taxes and fees, gratuities, room service other booking charges, or any bookings which are paid or reduced by miles, redemption vouchers or discount codes are excluded from mileage credit. For clarity, if miles are used as a form of payment (whether for all or a portion of the booking), no portion of the booking will be eligible to earn miles under this offer. Except with respect to the Hertz Mileage offer (listed below), SkyMiles Members will earn two (2) miles per eligible US$1 or equivalent foreign currency spent at https://carsandstays.delta.com/Cars on the base car rental rate for a completed car qualifying rental booking (“Qualifying Dollars”). A qualifying rental booking includes rentals at a participating location for one or more days at rates other than travel industry rates or discounts, wholesale of tour package rates or discounts, wholesale tour package rates, insurance/dealer replacement rates, corporate and government rates, group travel discounts, or rentals in conjunction with a frequent flyer car award, or other corporate agreements applicable to the respective car company. Calculation of the applicable standard mileage offer is listed below by car rental company. Qualifying Dollars include the base car rental rate, which is the cost of the car rental before taxes and fees, charged at the time of booking. Taxes, fees, other incidental charges, or other booking charges or any bookings which are paid or reduced by redemption vouchers or discount codes are excluded from mileage credit and are not included in the Qualifying Dollars.

This mileage offer does not apply to stays or car rentals booked through Delta Vacations or any cruises booked through Delta Cruises.

Standard mileage offer for car rentals booked at https://www.delta.com/Opens in a new window or https://carsandstays.delta.com/Opens in a new window:

Hertz Reservations:

Dollar and Thrifty Reservations:

Alamo, Enterprise, National, Avis, Budget, Payless and SIXT Reservations:

 

Terms and Conditions for Stays Booked at Delta.com

General Terms and Conditions:

  • Delta Air Lines, Inc. (“Delta”), has engaged Expedia, a third party provider, to host, manage, and operate this website.  Fulfillment of all such products will be handled by Expedia. You acknowledge any bookings, purchases and services may be subject to additional terms and conditions imposed by Delta. DELTA AND ITS AFFILIATES ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY SERVICES OR PRODUCTS OF EXPEDIA OR ANY THIRD PARTIES, AND ARE NOT LIABLE FOR THE ACTS, ERRORS, OMISSIONS, REPRESENTATIONS, WARRANTIES, BREACHES, NEGLIGENCE OF EXPEDIA OR ANY THIRD PARTIES RELATING TO, ARISING OUT OF, OR IN CONNECTION WITH SUCH SERVICES OR PRODUCTS, OR FOR ANY PERSONAL INJURIES, DEATH, PROPERTY DAMAGE, OR OTHER DAMAGES OR EXPENSES RESULTING FROM SUCH SERVICES AND PRODUCTS.
  • Delta’s online booking engine for stays is powered and serviced by Expedia and is accessible via delta.com, delta.com/hotels, delta.com/stays or directly at carsandstays.delta.com.
  • Standard Mileage Offer: SkyMiles® Members will earn two (2) miles per US$1 or equivalent foreign currency spent at carsandstays.delta.com on the base hotel or vacation rental rate for a completed stay. Base rate is the cost of the hotel room or vacation rental property, before taxes and fees, charged at the time of booking. Taxes and fees, gratuities, room service, other incidental charges, and insurance costs are excluded from mileage credit. Miles will not be awarded on any portion of the stay paid for using miles.
  • Mileage can only be credited to the SkyMiles Member if the name on the booking matches the name of the SkyMiles account provided.
  • SkyMiles number must be provided at the time of booking.
  • Only one SkyMiles number can be provided per booking.
  • Please allow up to 8 weeks after completion of eligible stay for miles to be deposited in SkyMiles account.
  • If mileage credit has not been recorded on your SkyMiles account within 8 weeks after qualifying activity occurs, please contact us and select: Request Refund or Miles > Mileage Credit > Partners
  • Requests for mileage credit will be accepted up to 9 months from check out date.
  • Stays completed prior to enrollment into SkyMiles will not be eligible for mileage credit.
  • Hotel currency or status are subject to each respective Hotel guest program and may not be applicable for bookings made on carsandstays.delta.com.
  • Miles awarded are bonus miles, and do not count toward Million Miler Status.
  • Unless otherwise expressly specified as part of a limited time offer (which is subject to the terms and conditions of such offer), spend on completed stays does not count toward Medallion Qualification Dollars.

Redeeming Miles for Stays:

  • For certain pay now hotel and vacation rental properties, SkyMiles Members have the option to pay for all or a portion of their booking using miles earned through the SkyMiles Program.
  • There is no minimum number of miles needed to redeem for a stay, but if you would like to book your stay using only miles, your mileage balance must equal or exceed the total of your booking.
  • If you do not have enough miles to pay for your entire stay, you can split your transaction using both miles and a credit/debit card for payment. When prompted, enter how many miles you would like to use for that booking; the remaining value (after subtracting the miles used) will be reflected as USD and must be paid using a credit or debit card.
  • You must be logged-in to your SkyMiles account to complete a purchase when using miles.
  • You may not combine miles from two or more accounts on a single transaction. Miles used may only come from one SkyMiles account.
  • Miles will be deducted at the time of purchase from the SkyMiles account provided and will appear as “Delta Stays”.
  • If permitted under the terms of your booking, refunds will be made to the original form of payment, less any fees and charges, where applicable. If your booking was made using both miles and a credit/debit card, then the portion of your booking made with miles will be refunded as miles to your SkyMiles account and the credit/debit portion will be refunded to the original card used in the booking.
  • If you change or alter your booking resulting in additional costs and charges, any charges must be paid using a credit card or debit card.
  • Miles will not be awarded on any stays booking in which miles are used, regardless of any amount of the reservation paid for using a debit/credit card.
  • Resort fees, gratuities, room service, and any third-party fees or charges, including those incurred while traveling, are in addition to the fees and charges of your original reservation and are not eligible to be paid for with miles.
  • Delta reserves the right to cancel any stays bookings due to insufficient miles in your account, suspicion of fraud, violation(s) of the SkyMiles Program Rules, or termination of your SkyMiles account.
  • Delta may change, suspend, or terminate the redemption program (including but not limited to any benefits and conditions of participation), in whole or in part, at any time with or without notice.

Terms and Conditions for Cars Booked at delta.com:

  • Delta Air Lines, Inc. (“Delta”), has engaged Expedia, a third party provider, to host, manage, and operate this website.  Fulfillment of all such products will be handled by Expedia. You acknowledge any bookings, purchases and services may be subject to additional terms and conditions imposed by Delta. DELTA AND ITS AFFILIATES ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY SERVICES OR PRODUCTS OF EXPEDIA OR ANY THIRD PARTIES, AND ARE NOT LIABLE FOR THE ACTS, ERRORS, OMISSIONS, REPRESENTATIONS, WARRANTIES, BREACHES, NEGLIGENCE OF EXPEDIA OR ANY THIRD PARTIES RELATING TO, ARISING OUT OF, OR IN CONNECTION WITH SUCH SERVICES OR PRODUCTS, OR FOR ANY PERSONAL INJURIES, DEATH, PROPERTY DAMAGE, OR OTHER DAMAGES OR EXPENSES RESULTING FROM SUCH SERVICES AND PRODUCTS.
  • Delta’s online car rental booking engine is powered by Expedia and is accessible via delta.com, delta.com/cars or directly at carsandstays.delta.com.
  • Standard Mileage Offer: Except with respect to the Hertz Mileage offer (listed below), SkyMiles Members will earn two (2) miles per eligible US$1 or equivalent foreign currency spent at delta.com/cars on the base car rental rate for a completed car qualifying rental booking (“Qualifying Dollars”). A qualifying rental booking includes rentals at a participating location for one or more days at rates other than travel industry rates or discounts, wholesale of tour package rates or discounts, wholesale tour package rates, insurance/dealer replacement rates, corporate and government rates, group travel discounts, or rentals in conjunction with a frequent flyer car award, or other corporate agreements applicable to the respective car company. Calculation of the applicable standard mileage offer is listed below by car rental company.
  • Qualifying Dollars include the base car rental rate, before taxes and fees, charged at the time of booking. Taxes, fees, other incidental charges, or other booking charges or any element of the booking which is paid or reduced by redemption vouchers or discount codes are excluded from mileage credit and are not included in the Qualifying Dollars.
  • Mileage can only be credited to the SkyMiles Member whose name appears on the credit card used for the reservation. First and last name on credit card must match with name on SkyMiles account provided. Miles will not be awarded for cancelled, no-show, or unpaid reservations.
  • SkyMiles number must be provided at the time of booking.
  • Only one SkyMiles number can be provided per booking.
  • Please allow up to 8 weeks after completion of eligible rental for miles to be deposited in SkyMiles account.
  • If mileage credit has not been recorded on your SkyMiles account within 8 weeks after qualifying activity occurs, please contact us and select: Request Refund or Miles > Mileage Credit > Partners
  • Requests for mileage credit will be accepted up to 9 months from the last day of the rental reservation.
  • Car rental bookings completed prior to enrollment into SkyMiles will not be eligible for mileage credit.
  • Miles awarded are bonus miles and do not count toward Million Miler Status.
  • Unless otherwise expressly specified as part of a limited time offer (which is subject to the terms and conditions of such offer), spend on completed car rentals does not count toward Medallion Qualification Dollars.

Calculation of Mileage Credit for Car Rentals

The standard mileage offer earned for car rentals booked at delta.com or carsandstays.delta.com will be calculated as follows:

Hertz Reservations:

  • General SkyMiles Members earn 4 miles per Qualifying Dollar
  • Silver Medallions earn 5 miles per Qualifying Dollar
  • Gold Medallions earn 6 miles per Qualifying Dollar
  • Platinum Medallions earn 7 miles per Qualifying Dollar
  • Diamond Medallions earn 8 miles per Qualifying Dollar

Dollar and Thrifty Reservations:

  • All SkyMiles Members earn 4 miles per Qualifying Dollar

Alamo, Enterprise, National, Avis, Budget, Payless and SIXT Reservations:

  • All SkyMiles Members earn 2 miles per Qualifying Dollar

Redeeming Miles for Car Rentals:

  • For certain pay now car rentals, SkyMiles Members have the option to pay for all or a portion of their booking using miles earned through the SkyMiles Program.
  • There is no minimum number of miles needed to redeem for a car rental, but if you would like to book your car rental using only miles, your mileage balance must equal or exceed the total of your booking.
  • If you do not have enough miles to pay for your entire car rental booking, you can split your transaction using both miles and a credit/debit card for payment. When prompted, enter how many miles you would like to use for that booking; the remaining value (after subtracting the miles used) will be reflected as USD and must be paid using a credit or debit card.
  • You must be logged-in to your SkyMiles account to complete a purchase when using miles.
  • You may not combine miles from two or more accounts on a single transaction. Miles used may only come from one SkyMiles account.
  • Miles will be deducted at the time of purchase from the SkyMiles account provided and will appear as “Delta Cars”.
  • Car rental bookings must be cancelled at least 24 hours prior to car pick-up date and time to be eligible for a refund. Bookings cancelled less than 24 hours prior to car pick up date and time will not be eligible for any refunds, and such cancellation will forfeit the booking. Any applicable refunds will be made to the original form of payment, less any fees and charges. If your booking was made using both miles and a credit/debit card, then the portion of the booking made with miles will be refunded as miles to the SkyMiles account provided at the time of booking and the credit/debit portion will be refunded to the original card used in the booking.
  • If you change or alter your booking resulting in additional costs and charges, any charges must be paid using a credit card or debit card. Changes or alterations of your car rental booking using miles may not be permitted. Please contact the car rental company directly to inquire. To the extent those changes result in additional costs and charges, any charges will be paid directly using a credit card or debit card.
  • Miles will not be awarded on any car rental booking in which miles are used, regardless of any amount of the reservation paid for using a debit/credit card.
  • Any additional or third-party fees or charges, including those incurred while traveling and any ancillary products or add-ons made during pick-up, are in addition to the fees and charges of your original reservation and are not eligible to be paid for with miles.
  • Delta reserves the right to cancel any stays bookings due to insufficient miles in your account, suspicion of fraud, violation(s) of the SkyMiles Program Rules, or termination of your SkyMiles account.
  • Delta may change, suspend, or terminate the redemption program (including but not limited to any benefits and conditions of participation), in whole or in part, at any time with or without notice. Limited-Time Offers for both Stays and Car Rentals Booked at delta.com: Elevated offers may be applicable from time to time based on booking date and these supersede the standard offer during the promotional period. Offers cannot be combined with other offers. Offers are subject to the terms and conditions of each individual offer. Offer void where prohibited by law. Offer subject to change without notice. Other restrictions may apply. Other: Delta may change the SkyMiles program rules, change or terminate program partners, regulations, benefits, conditions of participation or mileage levels, in whole or in part, at any time with or without notice, even though changes may affect the value of mileage already accumulated. This program may be terminated by Delta at any time, with or without notice. Delta is not responsible for goods or services offered by companies participating in miles promotions.