Cottonwood Cove Motel in Lake Mead National Recreation Area

Lodging · Lake Mead National Recreation Area

Cottonwood Cove Motel

A red-roof lakeside stay with patios facing Lake Mohave.

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Cottonwood Cove: A Beach Day Without a Boat

Overview

About Cottonwood Cove Motel

Why stop

  • Covered lakefront patios and a sandy beach beside the rooms.

Map

Where it is

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LodgingCottonwood Cove Motel35.49081, -114.68563
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  • CautionHarmful algae bloom at Nelson’s Landing and Cottonwood CoveMentions Cottonwood Cove, referenced in this guideA harmful algae bloom has been confirmed in recent samples from Nelson’s Landing and Cottonwood Cove; avoid contact with water where algae is visible.Official details
  • CautionArizona Hot Springs bacteria advisoryLimit body contact with Arizona Hot Springs water: fecal bacteria in samples frequently reach high levels and can transmit human diseases.Official details
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“Cottonwood Cove is coming up, with a sandy beach and a marina on Lake Mohave. You don't need a boat to make a day of it: the public beach is a short walk from parking, with picnic tables and grills nearby.”

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More about Cottonwood Cove Motel

A room by Lake MohaveCottonwood Cove Motel is a Spanish-style lakeside motel inside Cottonwood Cove Resort & Marina,…

Cottonwood Cove Motel is a Spanish-style lakeside motel inside Cottonwood Cove Resort & Marina, on Lake Mohave in Nevada. It’s a good fit if you want a room close to the water: the motel sits beside a sandy beach, about an hour south of Las Vegas.

Make use of the patioThe red-tile-roofed rooms have covered patios with tables, chairs and outdoor BBQs.

The red-tile-roofed rooms have covered patios with tables, chairs and outdoor BBQs. They face the lake, so you can sit outside for the sunset without leaving your room area. Expect a developed resort setting around the motel, with the marina and other lake activities nearby.

Food and the wider coveCottonwood Cove Café is close by and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner; the store sells…

Cottonwood Cove Café is close by and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner; the store sells snacks, drinks and charcoal. The boat launch, docks, fuel and rentals serve the wider cove complex, so check what’s included before planning activities around your room.

Plan the stayReach the motel by Cottonwood Cove Road, roughly an hour south of Las Vegas.

Reach the motel by Cottonwood Cove Road, roughly an hour south of Las Vegas. Plan it as a lakeside stay and reserve ahead.

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