
Edgewood Tahoe Resort
Best for refined lakefront seclusion, golf, and an adult-focused spa experience.
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Edgewood Tahoe Resort is a five-star, lakefront Stateline resort with a private beach, golf course, and a Forbes-rated spa; read this if you want a polished, quieter lakeside stay geared to adults. Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe is a branded four-star all-suite property near Heavenly Village; read this if you want a livelier, suite-focused base steps from South Lake Tahoe shops and casinos.
Updated · about 1.3 km apart

Best for refined lakefront seclusion, golf, and an adult-focused spa experience.

Best for recognizable brand-energy, larger suite inventory, and being within easy walking distance of Heavenly Village and the casino corridor.
When Edgewood Tahoe Resort wins: choose Edgewood for a higher-end, lakefront resort experience — private beach access, a year-round heated lakefront pool, an on-site Tom Fazio golf course, and Spa Edgewood (Forbes-rated) make it the pick for quieter, polished stays and weddings.
When Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe wins: choose Margaritaville when you want an all-suite room layout, more rooms on property, and a location right by Heavenly Village and the Stateline casinos — it’s a better fit for travelers who want to be in the action and prefer suite-style accommodations.
Bottom line: Edgewood is the choice for a premium, lakefront resort and spa getaway; Margaritaville is the practical alternative for suite-focused lodging steps from shops, gondola access and nightlife.
| Category | Edgewood Tahoe Resort | Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Polished, lakefront five-star resort with golf and a Forbes-rated spa | Branded, larger all-suite resort near Heavenly Village and the casinos |
| Location (town) | Stateline, Nevada — directly on Lake Tahoe's south shore | South Lake Tahoe, California — Lake Tahoe Blvd near Heavenly Village |
| How far apart | about 1.3 km to Margaritaville | |
| Size (rooms) | 154 guestrooms/suites | 399 guestrooms |
| Ages / booking minimum | 21+ minimum to book/check in (spa 18+) | 18+ minimum to check in per supplier listing (check property policy for details) |
| Pools & beach | Year-round heated lakefront outdoor pool and hot tub; private lakefront beach access and summer beach seating | Indoor pool and hot tub; public lakeside beach and marina are nearby (not private beach) |
| Restaurants & bars | Multiple on-site outlets including The Edge (fine dining), The Bistro, Brooks' Bar & Deck and cafés | Two restaurants (JWB Prime is a highlighted on-site option) plus 3 bars/lounges and a coffee shop |
| Spa & wellness | Spa Edgewood — 8,500 sq ft, Forbes Travel Guide 4-Star; adult facility with treatment access rules | Health/beauty spa nearby (name not published in supplier listing) |
| Meetings & events | Extensive event space including lakefront lawns, Stillwater Grand Ballroom (expansion), and multiple private dining rooms | 14000 sq ft of conference space and 7 meeting rooms |
| Parking & fees | Valet only; $50/night parking fee + mandatory resort fee (resort experiences bundled) | Valet parking available (surcharge noted) and optional fees for breakfast/valet/pets listed |
Edgewood sits directly on the Nevada side of Lake Tahoe with private beach access and easy shuttle rides to the casino corridor.
Choose Edgewood if you prioritize direct lake access and a quieter lakeside setting.
Margaritaville sits on Lake Tahoe Blvd in South Lake Tahoe a short walk from Heavenly Village, casinos, and the gondola.
Choose Margaritaville if you want easy walking access to shops, dining, nightlife and the gondola.
Edgewood offers 154 guestrooms and suites across a compact, lakefront property with several lake-view suite options.
Edgewood focuses on lake views and a smaller, higher-end room mix with multi-bedroom suite options.
Margaritaville is an all-suite branded property with a large inventory of suite types for flexible party sizes.
Margaritaville offers many more suite options and more total rooms — good for groups and longer stays.
Edgewood offers several dining venues including a formal signature restaurant and casual outlets on the property.
Edgewood leans upscale in its culinary offerings with both fine-dining and casual options on-site.
Margaritaville lists two on-site restaurants and multiple bars; JWB Prime is called out in supplier highlights.
Margaritaville provides convenient, brand-oriented dining and bar options close to Heavenly Village activity.
Edgewood centers its waterfront offering on a year-round heated lakefront pool and private beach for lodge guests.
Edgewood is the better pick if on-site lake access and a heated outdoor lakefront pool matter most.
Margaritaville provides an indoor pool and hot tub and is a short distance from public lakeside beaches and marinas.
Margaritaville works if you prefer an indoor pool and quick access to the village and public lakeside areas.
Edgewood's wellness offering is Spa Edgewood, a Forbes-rated spa with dedicated adult facilities.
Edgewood is oriented to spa, golf and quieter evening programming rather than lively on-property nightlife.
Margaritaville places guests steps from South Shore nightlife and the Heavenly Gondola; a spa is noted nearby.
Margaritaville is better if you want immediate access to South Shore nightlife and the gondola.

Edgewood Tahoe Resort — heated lakefront pool, private beach, complimentary kayaks/paddleboards and beach seating for lodge guests.

Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe — a large all-suite inventory and steps from Heavenly Gondola, shopping and casinos.

Edgewood Tahoe Resort — Spa Edgewood (Forbes-rated) plus The Edge fine-dining restaurant and multiple on-site venues.

Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe — 14000 sq ft of conference space and seven meeting rooms for larger events.
Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe is within a short walk of Heavenly Gondola and the shops; Edgewood is a short drive or shuttle ride away.
Edgewood Tahoe Resort has private lakefront beach access and a year-round heated lakefront pool reserved for lodge guests; Margaritaville’s lake/beach access is nearby but appears to be public or shared.
Both allow guests of all ages, but Edgewood enforces a 21+ minimum to book and check in; Margaritaville’s supplier listing indicates general family access—check each hotel's policy for specifics.
Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe has a larger room inventory (supplier listing shows 399 guestrooms) versus Edgewood’s 154 guestrooms/suites.
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