Title: 10 Best Lakefront Hotels in North America for 2026 | Expedia.ca

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## Top Cities in North America

![Orlando which includes a sunset, a pond and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/178294/42d0b1d4-4144-4c96-b5a6-e1d8c866385e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=384&h=216&q=medium)

#### Orlando

[](https://expedia.ca/Orlando-Hotels-Lake-Hotels.0-0-d178294-tLakeHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)

![New York showing boating, a bridge and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/129440/91e9341a-4d69-4bb8-b967-d61a5f439459.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=384&h=216&q=medium)

#### New York

[](https://expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Lake-Hotels.0-0-d178293-tLakeHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)

![Las Vegas featuring signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/178276/bc8f1dd9-69b8-49b1-a5ba-51d9b57819be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=384&h=216&q=medium)

#### Las Vegas

[](https://expedia.ca/Las-Vegas-Hotels-Lake-Hotels.0-0-d178276-tLakeHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)

![Miami showing a city, a bay or harbor and night scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/800070/02ee0441-a9dd-4b32-bb53-9644902187e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=384&h=216&q=medium)

#### Miami

[](https://expedia.ca/Miami-Hotels-Lake-Hotels.0-0-d178286-tLakeHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)

![Chicago showing a high-rise building and a city as well as a family](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/178248/719a2712-bcc7-4b9d-86cc-997f107a7839.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=384&h=216&q=medium)

#### Chicago

[](https://expedia.ca/Chicago-Hotels-Lake-Hotels.0-0-d178248-tLakeHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)

![Panama City Beach featuring a sandy beach, general coastal views and a coastal town](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8021/bba9cc90-3d3c-4c3f-bfad-23c669e801ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=384&h=216&q=medium)

#### Panama City Beach

[](https://expedia.ca/Panama-City-Beach-Hotels-Lake-Hotels.0-0-d8021-tLakeHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)

![Ocean Beach showing general coastal views and a coastal town](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/177689/b598726d-dc13-43d2-832c-8faa62c70ceb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=384&h=216&q=medium)

#### San Diego

[](https://expedia.ca/San-Diego-Hotels-Lake-Hotels.0-0-d3073-tLakeHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)

![Los Angeles which includes a sunset, a city and landscape views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/178280/a52925ff-8159-46db-8203-2c466dda9df5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=384&h=216&q=medium)

#### Los Angeles

[](https://expedia.ca/Los-Angeles-Hotels-Lake-Hotels.0-0-d178280-tLakeHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)

![Discovery Green](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6082195/54ba655e-d89e-4fad-93e3-94a7a2aab736.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=384&h=216&q=medium)

#### Houston

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## Our top choices for North America hotels on the lake

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/910300/910279/f5a77977.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/910300/910279/e90b3a1e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/910300/910279/cc8d4cf6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Private beach, white sand](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/910300/910279/41877255.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hotel Marina Riviera

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Big-Bear-Lake-Hotels-Marina-Riviera.h910279.Hotel-Information)

Big Bear Central

8.6/10

Excellent

(1,002 reviews)

"Wonderful location, friendly staff, and clean room! Downtown is walkable and having a great restaurant at the Hotel was perfection! "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Stephanie

CA $173

CA $242 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 22 - Mar 23

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Big-Bear-Lake-Hotels-Marina-Riviera.h910279.Hotel-Information)

![Rowing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21500/21435/933d511a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![2 restaurants, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21500/21435/59dd33d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![2 restaurants, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21500/21435/677e3727.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21500/21435/3a0ed46c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Beach Retreat & Lodge at Tahoe

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Tahoe-Hotels-Beach-Retreat-Lodge-At-Tahoe.h21435.Hotel-Information)

South Lake Tahoe

8.0/10

Very good

(1,064 reviews)

"Nice place, very close to everything. "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Rally

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Tahoe-Hotels-Beach-Retreat-Lodge-At-Tahoe.h21435.Hotel-Information)

![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/20400/20351/28347172.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/20400/20351/4586e9c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/20400/20351/ecfcd4d1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/20400/20351/d5aec2a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Lakeside Inn

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Boston-Hotels-Lakeside-Inn.h20351.Hotel-Information)

Wakefield

7.6/10

Good

(2,334 reviews)

"Another great stay!"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Brian

CA $116

CA $129 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 23 - Mar 24

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Boston-Hotels-Lakeside-Inn.h20351.Hotel-Information)

![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19800/19785/de080c4c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19800/19785/77b5b8fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Presidential Suite, Multiple Beds | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19800/19785/4840a3a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Breakfast and lunch served, American cuisine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19800/19785/e8e7986f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hotel Champlain Burlington, Curio Collection by Hilton

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Burlington-Hotels-Hilton-Burlington-Lake-Champlain.h19785.Hotel-Information)

Downtown Burlington

8.4/10

Very good

(1,489 reviews)

"Really enjoyed our stay"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Chris

CA $162

CA $230 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 29 - Mar 30

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Burlington-Hotels-Hilton-Burlington-Lake-Champlain.h19785.Hotel-Information)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/910000/909800/909721/1602b9cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Cottage, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/910000/909800/909721/baa5165a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Cottage, Multiple Beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/910000/909800/909721/ad6a4dc7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor wedding area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/910000/909800/909721/db3ec1a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Lakehouse Resort

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Marcos-Hotels-Lakehouse-Hotel-And-Resort.h909721.Hotel-Information)

San Marcos

9.2/10

Wonderful

(1,387 reviews)

"Great place "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Grace

CA $151

CA $208 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 6 - Apr 7

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Marcos-Hotels-Lakehouse-Hotel-And-Resort.h909721.Hotel-Information)

![Courtyard](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/60800/60711/c46b1bc3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Lake Front View)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/60800/60711/b866af36.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/60800/60711/75cd2979.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/60800/60711/078d7d5b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### 41 Lakefront Hotel, Trademark Collection By Wyndham

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Geneva-Hotels-Ramada-Plaza-By-Wyndham-Geneva-Lakefront-Resort.h60711.Hotel-Information)

Geneva

8.2/10

Very good

(1,090 reviews)

"Nicely pretty and super nice staff "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Jenna

CA $129

CA $146 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 18 - Mar 19

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Geneva-Hotels-Ramada-Plaza-By-Wyndham-Geneva-Lakefront-Resort.h60711.Hotel-Information)

![Seasonal outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1890000/1889000/1888945/94a5d24d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Lake View | Lake view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1890000/1889000/1888945/c59ac717.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![6 bars/lounges, sports bar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1890000/1889000/1888945/ecc47c40.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1890000/1889000/1888945/dd1ee032.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hoover Dam Lodge

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Las-Vegas-Hotels-Hoover-Dam-Lodge.h1888945.Hotel-Information)

Boulder City

8.2/10

Very good

(2,275 reviews)

"This place is a hidden gem. Lots of options for food and the staff was super friendly."

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Suzanne

CA $114

CA $129 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 22 - Mar 23

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Las-Vegas-Hotels-Hoover-Dam-Lodge.h1888945.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1110000/1107500/1107498/e6672221.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1110000/1107500/1107498/237ce8a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Balcony view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1110000/1107500/1107498/572cad75.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lakeview Queen | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1110000/1107500/1107498/bc341c61.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Landing Resort & Spa

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Tahoe-Hotels-The-Landing-Resort-Spa.h1107498.Hotel-Information)

Lakeside Park

8.8/10

Excellent

(1,007 reviews)

"Clean room and staff was great "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Monika

CA $265

CA $403 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 12 - Apr 13

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Tahoe-Hotels-The-Landing-Resort-Spa.h1107498.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/220000/215800/215728/82c42062.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![2 bars/lounges, lobby lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/220000/215800/215728/d8b3e853.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Private beach, kayaking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/220000/215800/215728/0ef22271.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/220000/215800/215728/853ba6c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Westin Lake Las Vegas Resort & Spa by Marriott

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Las-Vegas-Hotels-The-Westin-Lake-Las-Vegas-Resort-Spa-By-Marriott.h215728.Hotel-Information)

Lake Las Vegas

8.6/10

Excellent

(1,350 reviews)

"Super food at the restaurants and very friendly staff ."

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Brittan

CA $176

CA $246 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 22 - Mar 23

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Las-Vegas-Hotels-The-Westin-Lake-Las-Vegas-Resort-Spa-By-Marriott.h215728.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2170000/2163100/2163041/47553bb0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Waterfront Collection King)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2170000/2163100/2163041/a313c7a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2170000/2163100/2163041/1f50deb4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Waterfront Collection One Bedroom Sui)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2170000/2163100/2163041/63a2b51f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### High Peaks Resort

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Placid-Hotels-High-Peaks-Resort.h2163041.Hotel-Information)

Lake Placid

9.2/10

Wonderful

(1,004 reviews)

"Great location, nice facility and friendly people. Would stay again!"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Brad

CA $172

CA $208 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 17 - Mar 18

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Placid-Hotels-High-Peaks-Resort.h2163041.Hotel-Information)

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## Top North America Hotel Reviews

![Romer Hell's Kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/17600/17583/43e3457b_y.jpg)

### Romer Hell's Kitchen

8/10 Good

"No gym "

[](https://expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Romer-Hells-Kitchen.h17583.Hotel-Information)

![Hotel Edison Times Square](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6300/6260/df9c2f28_y.jpg)

### Hotel Edison Times Square

10/10 Excellent

"We had no internet"

[](https://expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Hotel-Edison-Times-Square.h6260.Hotel-Information)

![Millennium Hotel Broadway Times Square](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/25500/25449/4b967480_y.jpg)

### Millennium Hotel Broadway Times Square

2/10 Terrible

"The room is not the same as the picture, very dirty and old rooms…"

[](https://expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Millennium-Hotel-Broadway-Times-Square.h25449.Hotel-Information)

![The Belvedere Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/110000/104200/104193/c4a259d8_y.jpg)

### The Belvedere Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel, location, and service "

[](https://expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-The-Belvedere-Hotel.h104193.Hotel-Information)

![One King West Hotel & Residence](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1240000/1234400/1234327/961a85e1_y.jpg)

### One King West Hotel & Residence

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful hotel, the suites have anything you need for an extended stay and the location can’t be beat! "

[](https://expedia.ca/Toronto-Hotels-One-King-West-Hotel-Residence.h1234327.Hotel-Information)

![New York Marriott Marquis](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/15900/15838/0e1f57c3_y.jpg)

### New York Marriott Marquis

10/10 Excellent

"Great location with great view. "

[](https://expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-New-York-Marriott-Marquis.h15838.Hotel-Information)

![Hotel St. James](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1150000/1144500/1144474/ecd19bcc_y.jpg)

### Hotel St. James

10/10 Excellent

"It was really good overall!!"

[](https://expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Hotel-St-James.h1144474.Hotel-Information)

![NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/41100/41009/cb62f2a4_y.jpg)

### NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS

6/10 Okay

"Hotel room was outdated and there só no amenities. "

[](https://expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-The-New-Yorker-A-Wyndham-Hotel.h41009.Hotel-Information)

![Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/100/87/2bf1f7f9_y.jpg)

### Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel

8/10 Good

"Location is great. Facility is good. The only thing I would ding the stay for is how hard the room doors slam shut. Late night / early morning when guests are coming and going, the slamming of the doors will wake you up."

[](https://expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Sheraton-New-York-Times-Square-Hotel.h87.Hotel-Information)

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