Marriott Grand Residence, Lake Tahoe

[Cathy Berg]

These questions are probably answered somewhere on the bulletin board.

are the casinos within walking distance of the Marriott Grand Residence in Lake tahoe?

Are Marriott Owners of any property (we own in Kauai) exempt from paying the per day parking charge or just Marriott Grand Residence owners? If all Marriott owners, what proof do you have to show that you are an owner?

Thanks.

Cathy Berg

 

[Denise L]

The casinos are very close, within easy walking distance.

I don't know about the parking for Marriott owners. When we rented from owners there, parking was included. When we rented directly from Marriott, we had to pay for parking.

 

[winos2]

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Hi Cathy:

As a guest, you have posted several times.
If you were a member of Tugs, you could check the resort reviews and that question would be answered.

 

[Cathy Berg]

Grand Residence, Lake Tahoe

thanks for your replies.

Cathy

 

[Bill4728]

The TS is about 1/2 block inside the Ca/NV border. There are several casinos just on the other side of the border.

 

[mj2vacation]

you DO pay for parking which is manadatory valet, unless you park accross the street.

Wal to the casinos is easy

 

[radmoo]

Tahoe Summer 2009

We own at Canyon Villas and I'm trying to trade a deposited 2BR week for 2BR next July or Aug. I would prefer either of the Marriott properties or Hyatt. Does anyone have any other suggestions? We'll be 4 adults, hubby, me, and newlywed son and DIL

I'd like to be close to the lake, casinos and in a not noisy area.

Thanks to TUG, I was able to rent studio lock-off portion for Oct, still have 1 BR on deposit as well as 2 ACs. I read about all you Tuggers with so many trips planned. Alas my work schedule gets in the way.

 

[tommyjoe]

valet

We stayed at Timberlodge, which is right next door to the residences. The gondola is right between the two. We rented from an owner and were not require to pay for valet on one car.
As you exit the Grand Residence, you will turn right on the main street to go toward the casinos, its prob about a 200 yard walk to Harrah's, and Harvey's is right across the street from the Harrahs, there is a tunnel that connects the two.
While you're there I would highly recommend checking with the concierge at Timberlodge, I believe we spoke with David. He had great suggestions and several discounts to activities.
Thomas, NC

 

[radmoo]

Tahoe

Thanks for the quick reply. Is it VERY commercial in that area or is there bucholic lake setting available?

 

[tommyjoe]

I is definitely commercial. You will be right by the Heavenly Gondola, and surrounding that are the shoppes of Heavenly...Starbucks, Blockbuster, gift shops, Wolfgang Puck Express, etc...

Marriott owners have access to a beach area which is about three blocks north. I forget the name of this beach, but you're better off going somewhere else anyway. There are a couple of nice beaches near Camp Richardson, which is about a three mile drive, going toward the Emerald Bay overlook. If it is warm enough while you are there I would rec the bike trails up near Camp Rich. also.

As I said earlier, all of the recommendations we recieved from the cocierge were right on.

Thomas, NC

 

[gores95]

Quick question in this thread...seems appropriate. Can TL guests use GR pools and vice versa? Thanks.

 

[Denise L]

I was there in 2007, and the two resorts didn't have reciprocal pool privileges. However, it wouldn't hurt to call and ask. Maybe if it's low season, they don't care so much?!

 

[Robert D]

We were at TL in August and I don't think there was reciprocal use of the pools with TL and GR. However, the pool and hot tubs at TL looked bigger and nicer than GR.

TL is in a commercial area but if you get a room overlooking the pool, it's like being in an alpine resort, as it is when you're out by the pool. TL sits off the highway far enough that you don't hear the traffic or see any of the commercial stuff in that inner courtyard where the pool is. It's a great resort that is very convenient (one block) to the casinos and most of the attractions in S. Tahoe. By contrast, GR sits right on the highway and there are rooms in GR where I bet traffic noise would be a factor.

 

[radmoo]

Tahoe

Thanks for that info. As of now, only studio is available next summer but I will keep trying for 2BR. Perhaps I'll even try to swap my Canyon Villa for Tahoe, it's surely worth a shot!

 

[calgal]

Radmoo, did you deposit a 2BR or did you rent your studio and deposit your 1BR? The reason I ask is if you deposited a 2BR you can set up an ongoing request for a 2BR, with a greater chance of success than just looking for one on line.

 

[radmoo]

deposit

I locked off 2008 deposit, rented the studio and still have 1 BR banked. Then I also deposited 2009 2BR as my son is being married in Puerto Vallarta this Jan and we were going to use Ts. In the end the timing became too complicated, and besides, I wanted to be in the hotel near our guests. So I cancelled request and deposited the 2br as well. I also have 2 ac's in the bank as well as a Marriott hotel week for using point pkge. Wish I had this much time off!
I may just put in a request but for now don't want to pay the fee with all the wedding expenses on the horizon.

 

[Karen P]

We own at Canyon Villas and I'm trying to trade a deposited 2BR week for 2BR next July or Aug. I would prefer either of the Marriott properties or Hyatt. Does anyone have any other suggestions? We'll be 4 adults, hubby, me, and newlywed son and DIL

I'd like to be close to the lake, casinos and in a not noisy area.

Thanks to TUG, I was able to rent studio lock-off portion for Oct, still have 1 BR on deposit as well as 2 ACs. I read about all you Tuggers with so many trips planned. Alas my work schedule gets in the way.

I live and work at Lake Tahoe. Here are some insights for your next Tahoe vacation:

Hyatt High Sierra Lodge is located on the north shore, while Marriott is located on the south shore. Hyatt is more secluded, nestled in the forest. The north shore stateline casino district is very small in comparison to the south shore casino district.

Marriott and Hyatt are both outstanding properties, and they have distinctly different attributes; Marriott is located near more casino and shopping action, while Hyatt is a more quiet and peaceful setting. Amenities near the Hyatt High Sierra Lodge include the Hyatt Regency Hotel and Casino and restaurants, such as the Lone Eagle Grill which is on the lake.

Both Hyatt and Marriott can be tricky to trade into because most owners like to use their weeks rather than exchange.

Lake Tahoe Vacation Resort is an I.I. Premiere Resort. It's a newer property on South Shore, built in 1996, and about a 5-minute drive to the casino district. You can walk to the Ski Run Marina and Beach from the Resort. It is a very nice resort.

I'm not sure which exchange company you use, but if you are able to broaden your search to include: Edgelake Beach Club (north shore at Tahoe Vista) and Tahoe Beach and Ski Club (South Lake Tahoe), they are smaller quaint resorts. Although they don't have the pinnache of Hyatt and Marriott, they are both lakefront properties which I think are a wonderful backdrop for a great Tahoe vacation.

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