
Peppermill Resort Spa Casino
Best for gaming, nightlife, and a large full-service spa with many dining choices.
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Peppermill Resort Spa Casino is a large Reno casino-resort with a major spa and multiple restaurants—good for travelers who want gaming, nightlife, and a full-service spa. The Cottages at Old Greenwood is an upscale Truckee cottage community with golf and mountain activities—best for travelers seeking a Tahoe-area cottage stay and family-friendly resort amenities.
Updated · about 34 miles apart

Best for gaming, nightlife, and a large full-service spa with many dining choices.

Best for Tahoe-area cottage stays with on-site access to golf, pools, ski shuttle and family activities.
When Peppermill Resort Spa Casino wins: choose Peppermill if you want a large casino floor, many on-site restaurants and bars, a sizable spa (Spa Toscana), and nightlife in Reno.
When The Cottages at Old Greenwood wins: choose The Cottages if you want a quieter Truckee base for mountain activities—golf lessons, complimentary ski shuttle, two outdoor pools, and cottage-style rooms with kitchens.
Bottom line: Peppermill is a full-entertainment, spa-and-casino resort in Reno; The Cottages at Old Greenwood is a smaller, resort-style cottage community near Truckee attractions and the golf course. Pick Peppermill for energy and amenities, Old Greenwood for Tahoe access and cottage comfort.
| Category | Peppermill Resort Spa Casino | The Cottages at Old Greenwood |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Large, energetic casino-resort with nightlife and convention/event space | Upscale, resort-style cottage community oriented to families and mountain activities |
| Location | South Reno, about 2 miles from Reno-Tahoe International Airport | Truckee, CA — near Old Greenwood Golf Course and Tahoe National Forest |
| Size (rooms) | 1,621 rooms across multiple towers | 13 rooms / cottages |
| Audience & age policy | All ages welcome; 21+ to check in (18+ with military ID); family-friendly areas but bars lean adult | Family-friendly; front desk requires an adult 18+ to assume liability for the booking and property has children’s pools and kids’ programs |
| Pools & pool access | Two outdoor geothermally heated pools (Upper & Lower Decks), cabanas for rent, lifeguards; hotel-key access | Two outdoor seasonal pools, lifeguard on site, children’s pool and waterslide listed |
| Restaurants & bars | 10 on-site restaurants and ~16 themed bars and lounges (Italian, steakhouse, Asian, 24-hour cafe) | Poolside bar and clubhouse available; on-site full-service restaurants not listed |
| Spa & wellness | Spa Toscana — 33,000 sq ft, 24 treatment rooms, caldarium; spa facilities 18+ | Health or beauty spa nearby and concierge services; no large on-site spa listed |
| Known for | Large casino floor (~82,000 sq ft), Spa Toscana, extensive dining and meeting/event space | Proximity to Old Greenwood Golf Course, cottage kitchens, complimentary ski shuttle and family amenities |
| Accessibility & parking | Free on-site self-parking and garage; EV charging on site; front desk 24/7 | Free self-parking onsite; two accessible parking spaces listed; front desk hours are limited (8:00 AM–8:00 PM) |
| Suitability for day trips | Good base for Reno and 45–50 minute drives to Lake Tahoe north shore | Closer to Donner Lake, Northstar and Palisades Tahoe day trips (within ~12–17 miles) |
Peppermill sits in South Reno, minutes from the airport and a short drive to downtown Reno.
Choose Peppermill for proximity to Reno transport links, city attractions, and quick access to Lake Tahoe.
The Cottages at Old Greenwood are in Truckee, set near golf and mountain recreation.
Choose Old Greenwood if you want a Truckee/Tahoe-area base with golf and mountain access.
Peppermill has a large range of rooms and suites across multiple towers and floors.
Peppermill suits travelers who want many room types and larger-suite upgrades.
The Cottages at Old Greenwood offers cottage-style accommodations with kitchens and fireplaces.
Old Greenwood suits families and groups who prefer cottage layouts and in-room kitchens.
Peppermill is a large dining destination with many dedicated venues.
Peppermill is better if you want many on-site restaurant and bar choices without leaving the property.
The Cottages list limited on-property dining details but do offer poolside bar service and clubhouse access.
Old Greenwood is suited to self-catered cottage stays and local Truckee dining rather than a large on-site restaurant roster.
Peppermill’s signature amenity includes two geothermally heated outdoor pools and a large spa complex.
Peppermill combines resort-style pool decks with a major spa and fitness facilities.
The Cottages at Old Greenwood center on cottage comfort plus family-oriented pool features.
Old Greenwood offers family-friendly pool features and outdoor recreation access suitable for multi-day Tahoe stays.
Peppermill provides a large full-service spa, 24/7 fitness center, and extensive nightlife and gaming.
Choose Peppermill for a full spa, fitness, and casino/nightlife program on-site.
The Cottages emphasize outdoor activity access and quieter evenings at the clubhouse or poolside bar.
Old Greenwood is better for outdoor-activity focus and low-key evenings rather than a casino or big-nightlife scene.

Peppermill — large casino floor, sportsbook, nightclub, and many bars and lounges.

The Cottages at Old Greenwood — cottage layouts with kitchens, children’s pool, waterslide, and family activities.

Peppermill — Spa Toscana is a large, multi-level spa with unique caldarium and many treatment rooms.

The Cottages at Old Greenwood — near Old Greenwood Golf Course, with on-site golf lessons and optional golf privileges.
The Cottages at Old Greenwood are in Truckee and closer to Northstar and Palisades Tahoe than Peppermill; Peppermill is in Reno and about a 45–50 minute drive to Lake Tahoe’s north shore.
Peppermill has Spa Toscana, a 33,000 sq ft, three-story spa with 24 treatment rooms. The Cottages list a health/beauty spa nearby but do not list a large on-site spa.
Yes. Peppermill welcomes all ages to pools and has a kid-friendly arcade, though bars are adult-oriented; The Cottages at Old Greenwood explicitly list children’s pools, a waterslide, and family activities.
The Cottages at Old Greenwood — many cottages have full kitchens, refrigerators, and ovens, making self-catering straightforward.
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