Places to stay in Carson Valley

Phone number: (775) 782-7766; (866) 441-1234 for toll free reservations

Address: 1795 Ironwood Drive, Minden, NV, 89423

Web site: www.bestwestern.com

Price range: From $64.99

Rooms: 83 non-smoking, rooms for the physically challenged are available

Features: On-site amenities at the Best Western Minden Inn include an eight-screen cinema, hair salon, coffee house, three fast food businesses, Denny's restaurant and the Oriental excellence of the Mandarin Gourmet.

For in-house convenience there is, a launderette and all rooms offer satellite television. Microwaves, refrigerators, irons and hairdryers are available with plenty of parking for all types of vehicles. Add to this a complimentary continental breakfast in our lobby, outdoor pool heated only during the summer months and complimentary shuttle service to the valley's largest gaming establishment.

Phone number: (775) 266-4661; fax (775) 266-4104

Address: 3410 Sandy Bowers Ave., Gardnerville, Nevada, 89410

Web site: www.bestwestern.com

Price range: From $89.99

Rooms: 21 non-smoking rooms; rooms for the physically challenged available; two suites

Features: Located on the eastern slope of the Sierra's at the 5,000 feet elevation, Topaz Lake is an outdoor lover's paradise. This freshwater lake nestled in the mountains provides a wide range of activities such as: fishing, boating, water skiing, hiking and mountain biking. If you are looking for the most popular sport in Nevada, you will appreciate the short walk to the local casino for gaming, food, libations and entertainment.

After a day of exploration and fun, relax in one of our well appointed rooms where you are sure to have a quiet, restful nights sleep. The Best Western Topaz Lake Inn features spacious rooms with one king- or two queen-size beds. Our rooms are equipped with all of the modern amenities you have come to expect in your travels such as: refrigerator, coffee maker, iron and ironing board and hairdryer. For that extra special getaway, escape to one of our spa rooms with an oversized jetted tub and a spectacular view of the lake.

Phone number: (775) 782-9711; (800) 321-6983 for reservations

Address: 1627 Highway 395, Minden, NV, 89423

Web site: www.cvinn.com

Price range: From $69

Rooms: 152 rooms; seven suites; five king deluxe/king executive rooms.

Features: All Hotel rooms feature either one king bed or two queen beds, spacious bathrooms, hair dryers, ironing board and iron, clock radios, cable TV with remote, and wireless high speed internet access Full in-room entertainment services include digital movies, digital music, "TV On-Demand," Nintendo® video games and Internet through the TV. Room Service is available from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. All telephones include a data port for easy hookup of lap top computers.

Hotel guests have full access to the Pool/Spa/Fitness Facility.

Phone number: (775) 782-9711; (800) 321-6983 for reservations

Address: 1627 Highway 395, Minden, NV, 89423

Web site: www.cvinn.com/accommodations/motor_lodge/

Price range: From $69.00

Rooms: 75

Features: The Carson Valley Motor Lodge offers park-at-your door convenience. Exterior entry to all rooms and just two stories combine for easy room access. The facility is next door to a modern convenience store (The Carson Valley Market) and just a three-minute walk (or take the afternoon and evening shuttle) to the main Carson Valley Inn complex. Motor Lodge guests have full access to the Pool/Spa/Fitness Facility in the main hotel. Access is with your room key.

Motor Lodge rooms are 254 sq. ft. All rooms have either one king bed or two queen beds, 25 " color TV with remote, pay-per-view movies, wireless high speed internet access, phone data port, coffee maker and supplies, and clock radio. Bathrooms are 77 sq. ft. with tub/shower combinations, hair dryers, irons and ironing boards. The two mini-suites are 440 sq. ft. and include a bedroom area with one king bed plus a sitting room.

Phone number: (775) 783-1175

Address: 1427 Highway 395, Gardnerville, NV, 89410

Web site: www.historianinn.com

Price range: From $69

Rooms: 34 with one executive suite

Features: Suite king deluxe includes king bed, queen sofa sleeper, comfortable sitting chair with automan, dining table with chairs, desk to include additional phone, wet bar, microwave, refrigerator, coffee maker. The bathroom has double sinks with a tub/shower combination. The room has access to a balcony with a view of downtown Gardnerville. The location of this room is on the upper level with stair access.

Business queen includes queen bed, comfortable sitting chair with automan, desk to include additional phone, and balcony access. The bathroom has a vanity with separate tub/shower combination. Each room also includes a refrigerator and microwave. Also, for your convenience, all of these business suites have high-speed internet access. You will need to have network capabilities to use this access. The location of these rooms are on the upper level with stair access.

Standard double queen includes Includes two queen beds, activity table with chairs. The bathroom has a vanity with separate tub/shower combination. Located on both lower and upper level with stair access.

Phone number: (775) 782-2288; (800) 266-2289 toll free

Address: 1591 Highway 395, Minden, NV, 89423

Web site: None

Price range: From $35

Rooms: 20 rooms

Features: Pool, air conditioning, cable TV, kitchenette in some rooms.

Phone number: (775) 782-5145; (800) 682-5857 toll free

Address: 1501 Highway 395, Gardnerville, NV, 89410

Web site: www.sierramotel.net

Price range: Not available

Rooms: Not available

Features: King and queen beds, cable TV with HBO, coffee and tea. Microwaves and refrigerators available upon request. Seperate cottages with kitchenettes and family units with weekly rentals.

Phone number: (775) 782-2624

Address: 1338 Highway 395, Gardnerville, NV, 89410

Web site: None

Price range: Not available

Rooms: Not available

Features: Not available

Phone number: (775) 782-3602; (800) 782-3602 toll free

Address: 1383 Highway 395, Gardnerville, NV, 89410

Web site: None

Price range: From $50

Rooms: 25

Features: High-speed internet in public areas, indoor pool, outdoor pool, pets allowed, air conditioning, cable TB.

Phone number: (775) 782-9711; Reservations (800) 321-6983

Address: 1627 Highway 395, Minden, NV, 89423

Web site: www.cvinn.com

Features: The Carson Valley RV Resort features 59 sites with full hook-ups including electric, water, sewer, and cable TV. There are a total of 26 pull through sites, the rest are back-ins. All sites have 120 volt/20 amp circuits and 240/volt 30 amp circuits. 19 of the pull through sites also have 240 volt/50 amp circuits.

The RV park facility building includes a laundry, men's and women's shower rooms, a dump station, and a pet area. Wireless High Speed Internet Access is available throughout the RV Resort. A data port is available in the laundry room for Internet dial-up via local phone numbers.

RV Resort check-in time and check-out time is noon. The maximum stay is 7 days.

Phone number: (775) 267-3359; (800) 997-6393 toll free

Address: 3165 Highway 395, Minden, NV, 89423

Web site: www.silvercityrvresort.com

Features: 206 full hook-up spaces, telephone, cable TV, wireless internet, covered swimming pool, fishing pond, pitch 'n' putt, fitness center, club house, slot machines & arcade, playground, convenience store, gas, diesel and propane, laundry facilities.

Phone number: (775) 266-3337

Address: 1979 Highway 395, Gardnerville, NV, 89410

Web site: www.topazlodge.com

Features: Fuel facilities with everything from propane to diesel, general store, views of the Topaz Lake.

Phone number: (775) 782-3057

Address: 1702 Sanchez Road, Gardnerville, NV, 89410

Web site: www.ccarabians.com

Price range: Not available

Rooms: 3

Features: Cottonwood Creek operates as a bed and breakfast and as a horse boarding facility year round. It is located in the heart of the Carson Valley and sprawls over 40 acres of rolling hills boasting open pastures with large field shelters, private shelters with private paddocks and a large modern barn.

Three bedrooms with private baths are available to the discerning guest.   A full breakfast may be enjoyed in the dining room at an antique refectory table or on the patio surrounded by lawn and spring or summer flowers.  Reduced rates are provided for those desiring only a continental breakfast and no maid service.  Complimentary tea, coffee and cookies are always available in the library/TV room and the living room is perfect for reading or writing postcards.  Window seats and bay windows abound for your enjoyment. 

Phone number: (775) 782-7075

Address: 180 Nixon, Genoa, NV,

Web site: www.genoahouseinn.com

Price range: From $135

Rooms: Three

Features: The house has been restored to the charm and tranquility of an earlier time. A.C. Pratt, a newspaper publisher, built the house in 1872 for his family. He printed the Carson Valley's first newspaper here. Ask your hosts about the Inn's many interesting stories about its past owners.

The Genoa House Inn is open year round and features three beautiful rooms, each with private bath; one has Jacuzzi tub.

Phone: (775) 782-7644

Address: 1431 Gardnerville, NV, 89410

Rooms: Four

Features: Guests may choose full breakfast or continental

Phone number: (775) 782-5697

Address: 2332 Main Street, Genoa, NV,

Web site: www.wildrose-inn.com

Price range: From $140

Rooms: 5

Features: High-speed internet and wireless, king and queen-sized brass beds, private baths accented with brass and marble, outdoor spa, full breakfast and tea are included.

If you see any omissions or inaccuracies, please contact The Record-Courier at (775) 782-5121 or jcrandall@recordcourier.com