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While the Adirondacks cover six million acres, you’ll soon notice that a lot of them are remote and extremely rural.
This can make it difficult to find a place to stay while they hike, ski, paddle, or otherwise enjoy all the year-round fun the Adirondacks have to offer.
Here are the 7 best resorts in the Adirondacks, in case you’d rather stay in a hotel instead of renting an Adirondacks cabin.
You’ll find everything from room service to on-site dining, luxurious and historic to rustic and low-key at these 7 Adirondack resorts.
Whiteface Lodge
An amenity-rich resort with a mountain lodge vibe.
Lake Placid is the location
From $395/night
There are plenty of historical touches at Whiteface Lodge, which opened in 2005 and is one of the most popular luxury resorts in the northern Adirondacks.
Inspired by the Great Camps of the past, this resort will provide everything you need to explore the region, from a movie theater to bowling.
During the summer and winter, you can canoe and ice skate (or take the free shuttle to Whiteface Mountain for skiing and snowboarding).
The spa is a must-see. If you decide to leave, downtown Lake Placid is just a short walk away.
Lake Placid Lodge
You should stay here because it is the only resort directly on Lake Placid.
Lake Placid is the location
From $589/night
In a short drive from downtown Lake Placid, Lake Placid Lodge is a historic hotel that blends vintage Adirondack style with modern luxury.
A lawn dotted with red Adirondack chairs leads to the water of Lake Placid, while rustic twig-art balconies and decks overlook the shoreline.
Guests can choose from the main lodge rooms to private cabins.
The lodge rooms feature faux deer heads on the walls, stone fireplaces, and impressive views of nature.
The Point Resort
An adults-only resort with Rockefeller-worthy luxury.
Saranac Lake is located in northern New York
From $1,800/night (for two guests)
Rockefeller’s Point Resort was originally built as a private residence. Today, it’s an Adirondacks playground for travelers who want the best in their vacation accommodations.
The resort has fewer than a dozen rooms spread across four historic buildings, making it one of the smaller Adirondacks resorts. And each room has its own unique characteristics.
In addition to complimentary alcoholic beverages, seasonal activities (ice skating, boating, fishing, and golf) and an adults-only environment, you’ll also be able to enjoy complimentary alcoholic beverages.
Since the resort’s world-class culinary program is included in the rate, you won’t even need to visit Saranac Lake for dinner.
High Peaks Resort
The hotel is an affordable getaway in the middle of downtown Lake Placid.
Lake Placid is the location
From $169/night
If you want to enjoy downtown Lake Placid without fully relying on your resort for every meal and activity, High Peaks Resort is the place to stay.
High Peaks Resort, however, offers both in full. Take a trip to the spa, jump in the pool, make fireside s’mores, paddle on the lake across the street – it’s all here.
There are several properties at the resort, each with a different style. The main resort is a classic Adirondack-style design with wood, plaid, and Adirondack chairs.
With a retro look inspired by vintage ski lodges, the Lake House offers a selection of stand-alone cabins that offer more privacy along the water.
Mirror Lake Inn Resort & Spa
All the perks of the Adirondacks without the kitsch.
Lake Placid is the location
From $279/night
There is an award-winning property at the end of Lake Placid’s main drag called Mirror Lake Inn Resort & Spa.
During the summer, you can swim and paddle at Mirror Lake, just across the street, which is a favorite stop for many travelers as well as locals.
When the lake freezes over, it’s a wonderful place to skate or run a dog sled.
The property isn’t as Adirondack-themed as some of the other hotels and resorts in the area (let’s face it, sometimes the theme can be a little over-the-top), elevating the cabin vibe to something just barely reminiscent of a wilderness getaway.
In the winter, the restaurant uses retired ski gondolas as extra seating, even if you don’t stay there.
The Fern Lodge
A rustic elegance on the outskirts of Lake George is what makes this a great place to stay.
Chestertown is the location
From $475/night
From New York City, Albany, or Syracuse, the southern Adirondacks make a better choice than northern, near-Canada villages.
In Chestertown, The Fern Lodge welcomes travelers with a blend of elegance and classic Adirondack style.
In addition to stone fireplaces, lake and mountain views, hot tubs, a daily breakfast, an honor bar, and more, you’ll find five different styles of guest rooms.
Additionally, you can find all the gear you need on the property for your next outdoor adventure, whether it’s hiking, snowshoeing, kayaking, or paddle boarding.
Chestertown is a little quieter and slower-paced than nearby Lake George, but if you want to stay out late or access more restaurants, you can get to the latter in about 20 minutes.
Blue Water Manor
This is a simple destination for a low-key vacation.
Bolton Landing is the location
From $99/night
In the last decade or so, Blue Water Manor has undergone some restorations, bringing its lodge accommodations and cabin rentals up to today’s standards.
The Lake George Hotel now offers an experience similar to that of any modern hotel.
A low-key resort with a private beach, it’s popular with families.
For a hot pretzel of Bavarian chocolate cake, head to the property’s “Pumperknickle Restaurant” after hiking, biking, or paddling.
Sources: Territorysupply
