The city of Reno is often overshadowed by Las Vegas. Tagged as ‘The Biggest Little City in the World’, it offers some of the best gambling casinos in the whole world. People who attend Burning Man or go to Lake Tahoe simply pass by this place. But for those who know, Reno is one of the best cities in the country to have a vacation. Recently, the city has seen a rise in its public art displays and hipster places with activities worthy on your list of things to do in Reno. These sites make it a more interesting destination so make sure you check them out. In terms of accommodations, it’s not only the Airbnb vacation rentals in Reno that are unique but also its themed hotels. Here are some of the best themed hotels in and near Reno, Nevada you can check into.
1. Whitney Peak Hotel (from USD 169)
The Whitney Peak Hotel sits in the best location in Reno. Tucked right in the heart of town, rooms here are equipped with flat-screen televisions, air conditioning, uninterrupted WiFi, and contemporary décor. En suite bathrooms come replete with top-quality body and bath products and a hairdryer. The hotel carries an outdoor theme. This is very well depicted in the property’s very own climbing wall and in the artworks found inside the guest rooms and suites. Its location makes it easy for guests to visit several places of interest. The list includes Lake Tahoe, the Sierra Nevada Mountains, and the National Automobile Museum.
Whitney Peak Hotel Reno, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Address: 255 North Virginia Street
Accommodates: 6
Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Sauna
2. Renaissance Reno Downtown Hotel (from USD 299)
The Renaissance Reno Downtown Hotel offers a combined theme of modern contemporary design and the ranching history of Reno. The former is something that you will see all throughout the hotel’s design and furnishing. The latter is best depicted in certain decorative elements found in the rooms. With this combination, the unique place to stay in Reno gives homage to the city’s past and gives guests a look into its future.
The rooms here either have a Truckee River or a Sierra Nevada Mountain view. Each of these come with an en suite bathroom and flat-screen television. Note that this is one of the hotels in Reno that does not have a casino.
Renaissance Reno Downtown Hotel & Spa
Address: 1 Lake Street
Accommodates: 4
Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre
3. Peppermill Resort Spa Casino (from USD 267)
Booking a stay at the Peppermill Resort Spa Casino is like living inside a small city. Everything you need is under one roof. It offers various cuisines in 10 restaurants and a nightlife instigated by 15 bars and the superclub, EDGE. It does not lack in relaxation and recreational amenities as it has a huge fitness center, two outdoor pools, three outdoor hot tubs, and a comprehensive spa facility.
The rooms here are designed with lavish accouterments. But there is one room that takes this hotel to another level – the Safari Adventure Suite. This themed hotel room in Reno features a jetted hot tub placed right in the middle of the room and is surrounded by jungle-themed sculptures made in Africa. A skydome provides three settings – day, night, and starry.
Peppermill Resort Spa Casino
Address: 2707 S Virginia Street, South Reno, Reno (NV), United States, 89502
4. Virginia City Inn (from USD 104)
Just a short distance from Reno is Virginia City Inn which offers 15 rooms each with a different theme to it. For those who would like to have a feel of the west, the cowboy-themed rooms should do the trick. The Native American Room pays homage to America’s forefathers. Couples should book a stay in the Anniversary Room to celebrate their years of togetherness. A psychedelic motif dominates the 1960s room.
Along with these four options are several others that carry a different theme. Whatever it is you are looking for, chances are this one-of-a-kind fantasy inn in Reno has a room that is perfect for your needs.
Virginia City Inn
Address: 675 South C Street
Accommodates: 6
Parking Pets allowed Garden Non-smoking rooms Facilities for disabled guests Family rooms Free parking Internet services
5. Tahoe House Hotel
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With 16 rooms restored back to its original glory, this hotel exudes the elegance of it Wild West history. It all started in 1859 when its doors opened for the first time. It serves as the perfect respite for desert dwellers who are looking for a cowboy-themed hotel. One of the hotels’ features that resembles that era is a pot-belly stove meant to heat the Great Room while guests sit and drink their favorite beverage. All furnishings in the hotel represent that great era. This is one quirky hotel that can take you back to a time long gone.
Tahoe House Hotel
Address: 162 South C Street-POBox 652 Virginia City, Nevada
Star Rating: 3
Reno is the perfect vacation spot
With so much to offer, Reno is one of those places that is easy to fall in love with. Casinos, museums, Lake Tahoe, and the Sierra Nevada Mountains are just a handful of what tourists can see and do. These themed hotels are the best places for everyone to start their sojourn in this wonderful city.