In The News – Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe recognized in U.S. News & World Report’s 2026 ‘Best Hotels’ awards
March 10, 2026 | Member Submitted
Originally published in the Tahoe Daily Tribune, 3/10/2026, Staff Report
Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino, an award-winning resort nestled in the Sierra Nevada Mountains of North Lake Tahoe, has earned recognition in U.S. News & World Report’s 2026 Best Hotels Awards. The resort has received the Gold Badge ranking in the prestigious award program.
“We are honored to receive this distinguished recognition from U.S. News & World Report,” said Andrew DeLapp, Resort Manager at Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino. “This award reflects the breathtaking beauty of our Lake Tahoe setting, as well as the dedication of our team who consistently delivers exceptional service and memorable experiences for every guest.”
The U.S. News & World Report Best Hotels rankings evaluate properties based on a variety of criteria including awards, hotel class, and guest ratings. The Gold Badge is exclusively awarded to the top 20 percent of the highest-rated luxury resorts and hotels. This year’s Best Hotels rankings evaluate more than 31,000 hotels across the United States, Europe, Bermuda, Mexico, Canada, and the Caribbean. For more information on the methodology, visit https://travel.usnews.com/methodology/#hotel-rankings.