Trailhead by Weekender
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About this property
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden.
Amenities
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden.
Business amenities
Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
A complimentary on-the-go breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 33 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature separate bathtubs and showers, hair dryers, and toothbrushes and toothpaste. Conveniences include separate sitting areas and complimentary bottled water, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Location
Located in Tupper Lake, Trailhead by Weekender is in a rural location, within a 5-minute drive of Goff-nelson Memorial Library and Horseshoe Lake Wild Forest. This hotel is 29 mi (46.7 km) from Mirror Lake and 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from Wild Center.
What's nearby
Wild Center(0.8 miles)
Goff-nelson Memorial Library(1 miles)
Horseshoe Lake Wild Forest(1.2 miles)
Bridge Gardens(3 miles)
Raquette River(7 miles)
Upper Saranac Lake(7.3 miles)
Duck Lake(13.6 miles)
Ampersand Mountain(17.1 miles)
Lake Lila Primitive Area(17.4 miles)
Saint Regis Canoe Area(17.7 miles)
John Dillon Park(18 miles)
Dewey Mountain Recreation Center(18.2 miles)
Floodwood Mountain Trailhead(19.6 miles)
The Waterhole(19.9 miles)
Adirondack Artists Guild(19.9 miles)
Saranac Lake, NY (SLK-Adirondack Regional)(21.1 miles)
Lake Placid, NY (LKP)(30.2 miles)
Parking
Swimming pool
Non-Smoking Rooms
Family Room
Garden
Pool Outdoor
Location
314 Park Street, Tupper Lake, New York, United States of America
Wild Center (0.8 miles)
Goff-nelson Memorial Library (1 miles)
Horseshoe Lake Wild Forest (1.2 miles)
Bridge Gardens (3 miles)
Raquette River (7 miles)
Upper Saranac Lake (7.3 miles)
Room options
5
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds
Room details
2 Queen Beds
Sleeps 4
Deck or PatioAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Separate Living Room
1
Deluxe Room, 1 Bedroom
Room details
1 King Bed
and 1 Sofa Bed
Sleeps 4
Deck or PatioAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Separate Living Room
4
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed
Room details
1 King Bed
and 1 Sofa Bed
Sleeps 4
Deck or PatioAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Separate Living Room
5
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Deck or PatioAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Separate Living Room
4
Deluxe Room, Accessible
Room details
2 Queen Beds
Sleeps 4
Deck or PatioAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Separate Living Room
4
Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds
Room details
1 King Bed
, 1 Queen Bed
, and 1 Sofa Bed
Sleeps 6
Deck or PatioAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Separate Living Room
Guest reviews of Trailhead by Weekender
8.1
Very good
Based on 656 verified reviews
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Trailhead by Weekender delivers renovated, spacious rooms with very comfortable beds and modern touches, while reviews note inconsistent breakfast quality, occasional maintenance or cleanliness lapses, and seasonal parking ice alongside a pool that is sometimes closed.
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Trailhead by Weekender delivers renovated, spacious rooms with very comfortable beds and modern touches, while reviews note inconsistent breakfast quality, occasional maintenance or cleanliness lapses, and seasonal parking ice alongside a pool that is sometimes closed.
Many guests praise the convenient Tupper Lake location for the Wild Center and a quiet base near town. Contactless self-check-in suits many, but unclear instructions and the lack of on-site staff can make access or assistance difficult. Expect a modern, self-serve motel stay with strong room comfort and variable extras.
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Facilities
Renovated motel-style property with outdoor seating and a fire pit; the pool’s availability is inconsistent, with several reports of it being closed or empty. Winter ice and potholes in parking and walkways were noted by multiple guests.
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Kylie
Aug 29, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was clean, comfortable and relaxing. There is a fire pit area, a shelter with several grills and a very clean pool. We will definitely come back next time we are in the area!
The room was clean, comfortable and relaxing. There is a fire pit area, a shelter with several grills and a very clean pool. We will definitely come back next time we are in the area!
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Jim
Jun 21, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Pool was not open and weather for previous 3 days was in the 90's with a real feel of 96. No person , real person on site. This makes me uncomfortable and I will NOT ever book any hotel with no person on board.
Pool was not open and weather for previous 3 days was in the 90's with a real feel of 96. No person , real person on site. This makes me uncomfortable and I will NOT ever book any hotel with no person on board.
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Jan M
Jul 13, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Very, very disappointed that the pool was not up and running. This was one of the main reasons that we selected this facility and paid a higher price for it. Only to get there and discover that the pool is not usable. There should be some compensation for that, at least. Otherwise, the room was nice enough. A paper clip regulating the toilet flush mechanism....
Very, very disappointed that the pool was not up and running. This was one of the main reasons that we selected this facility and paid a higher price for it. Only to get there and discover that the pool is not usable. There should be some compensation for that, at least. Otherwise, the room was nice enough. A paper clip regulating the toilet flush mechanism....
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Joyce
Aug 7, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This was a very clean and spacious room ! Loved the way they do check-in. No line and no entery card to carry around. The pool was great too. Highly recommended !!!
This was a very clean and spacious room ! Loved the way they do check-in. No line and no entery card to carry around. The pool was great too. Highly recommended !!!
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Nicole
Aug 4, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Rooms very clean and nice for a motel. They had a nice outdoor setup with Adirondack chairs, a fire at night and outdoor pool. The lobby lacked an onsite attendant which was a bit frustrating. There were no cups or K Cups for the coffee which was a bit annoying. Other than that they had gentleman there during the day to supply you with extra towels and empty your trash if needed but didn’t make our beds. I am a mom and it’s nice to have someone else make my bed once in awhile other than me. Fairly positive all around, would recommend.
Rooms very clean and nice for a motel. They had a nice outdoor setup with Adirondack chairs, a fire at night and outdoor pool. The lobby lacked an onsite attendant which was a bit frustrating. There were no cups or K Cups for the coffee which was a bit annoying. Other than that they had gentleman there during the day to supply you with extra towels and empty your trash if needed but didn’t make our beds. I am a mom and it’s nice to have someone else make my bed once in awhile other than me. Fairly positive all around, would recommend.
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Karla
Jul 6, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Pool was closed, I wish I would have knew this before hand.
Pool was closed, I wish I would have knew this before hand.
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Amanda
Jun 29, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The property is fantastic. It’s been renovated and the rooms are very clean and well put together. The main area is really cute with games and snacks (light breakfast in the morning as well). The pool was great and they had a fire pit area that was fully stocked with s’mores supplies which my kids loved. We feel lucky we found this place! It was such an easy self-check in process and we received check-in texts from staff throughout the weekend. Would definitely stay again.
The property is fantastic. It’s been renovated and the rooms are very clean and well put together. The main area is really cute with games and snacks (light breakfast in the morning as well). The pool was great and they had a fire pit area that was fully stocked with s’mores supplies which my kids loved. We feel lucky we found this place! It was such an easy self-check in process and we received check-in texts from staff throughout the weekend. Would definitely stay again.
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George
Feb 21, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Definitely needs a good sanding going down to the back parking lot. Our car was sliding. Also, the back entrance to the lobby was a sheet of ice. Other than that the room was very comfortable and clean.
Definitely needs a good sanding going down to the back parking lot. Our car was sliding. Also, the back entrance to the lobby was a sheet of ice. Other than that the room was very comfortable and clean.
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Katharine J
Jul 4, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Overall fine. Would prefer an earlier check in than 4pm. Ice machine was broken. Pool was locked. Rooms were renovated, but hastily. Overall quiet and clean.
Overall fine. Would prefer an earlier check in than 4pm. Ice machine was broken. Pool was locked. Rooms were renovated, but hastily. Overall quiet and clean.
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Jeanette
Jul 20, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff was helpful, property was clean. Slightly disappointed that the pool was not available.
Staff was helpful, property was clean. Slightly disappointed that the pool was not available.
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Cleanliness
Many guests found rooms clean and refreshed, but reports of dirty bathrooms, moldy shower curtains, cobwebs, odors, and missed housekeeping show inconsistent standards. Common areas and walkways also drew occasional cleanliness complaints.
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Shruti
Aug 24, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The sheets and beds were clean. There were unfortunately cobwebs all over the railing and spiders hanging in front of our door. It was rather disappointing for the price
The sheets and beds were clean. There were unfortunately cobwebs all over the railing and spiders hanging in front of our door. It was rather disappointing for the price
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Joseph
Feb 9, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Tv did not operate. Blood on light switch
Tv did not operate. Blood on light switch
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Amanda
Jul 24, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Hotel room was clean, except for the interior shower curtain which was desperately in need of bleach because of the large mold spots all over it. Bed is comfortable and AC works well. Complimentary water, good sized fridge and enough towels, etc. Only snafu was that we called and asked for an early check in (just 2 hours) and they agreed to accommodate us. But when we arrived, the room still hadn’t been cleaned yet and wouldn’t be ready for almost an hour. It seems the reservation organization isn’t directly in touch with the housekeeping. Very frustrating.
Hotel room was clean, except for the interior shower curtain which was desperately in need of bleach because of the large mold spots all over it. Bed is comfortable and AC works well. Complimentary water, good sized fridge and enough towels, etc. Only snafu was that we called and asked for an early check in (just 2 hours) and they agreed to accommodate us. But when we arrived, the room still hadn’t been cleaned yet and wouldn’t be ready for almost an hour. It seems the reservation organization isn’t directly in touch with the housekeeping. Very frustrating.
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Paul
Aug 13, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Arrived with no one to check us is, an elderly couple before us was on the phone for 45 minutes trying to get their room number and code. When we got to our room, the toilet was dirty, the door frame and door was black from finger prints. Had problems with our tv, couldn’t turn up volume plus other problems. The note said you can call a 1800 number, but guess what mail box full, so couldn’t get a call back. Coffee machine didn’t work and as for the continental breakfast there wasn’t much. For the price we paid we deserve much better. Spoke to other guests and they were also very disappointed.
Arrived with no one to check us is, an elderly couple before us was on the phone for 45 minutes trying to get their room number and code. When we got to our room, the toilet was dirty, the door frame and door was black from finger prints. Had problems with our tv, couldn’t turn up volume plus other problems. The note said you can call a 1800 number, but guess what mail box full, so couldn’t get a call back. Coffee machine didn’t work and as for the continental breakfast there wasn’t much. For the price we paid we deserve much better. Spoke to other guests and they were also very disappointed.
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James
May 18, 2024
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I will start with the good: the bed was clean and very comfortable. The shower had plenty of hot water and the showerhead was great! However, if you have paid someone to clean that room, you need to get your money back. When we entered the room, someone had spilled a sticky liquid on one of the bedside tables, which had not been cleaned up. My guess, from the Bud Light beer bottle caps on the floor– which I stepped on – is that it was beer. The rug had obviously not been vacuumed or someone would have seen the bottle caps. There was a yellow ring around the inside of the toilet, which let us know that had not been cleaned either. The table had dried brown spots of what looked like some kind of cola . There were cobwebs in the corners containing caught dead bugs. If someone was supposed to have clean that room, they badly missed the Mark. My husband had to get soap and a washcloth and wash down the nightstand and table, because we could not set anything on them . It was really sad that what could have been a nice stay so obviously had not been prepared since the last guest. the exception to that was that the bed was made with clean linen.
I will start with the good: the bed was clean and very comfortable. The shower had plenty of hot water and the showerhead was great! However, if you have paid someone to clean that room, you need to get your money back. When we entered the room, someone had spilled a sticky liquid on one of the bedside tables, which had not been cleaned up. My guess, from the Bud Light beer bottle caps on the floor– which I stepped on – is that it was beer. The rug had obviously not been vacuumed or someone would have seen the bottle caps. There was a yellow ring around the inside of the toilet, which let us know that had not been cleaned either. The table had dried brown spots of what looked like some kind of cola . There were cobwebs in the corners containing caught dead bugs. If someone was supposed to have clean that room, they badly missed the Mark. My husband had to get soap and a washcloth and wash down the nightstand and table, because we could not set anything on them . It was really sad that what could have been a nice stay so obviously had not been prepared since the last guest. the exception to that was that the bed was made with clean linen.
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Brian
Aug 3, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
There was a terrible sewer smell that came into our room. We really couldn't enjoy our stay because of the bad smell.
There was a terrible sewer smell that came into our room. We really couldn't enjoy our stay because of the bad smell.
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Joseph
Sep 8, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Urine stains on floor, hair around toilet
Urine stains on floor, hair around toilet
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James
Aug 20, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The check in process was disastrous. The property was supposed to send an email link to access the room which was never sent. After leaving several voice mails we finally got a hold of a real person since no one was at the property to help us. The bed was very comfortable but it ended there. There was some mold on the bathroom tile and it appeared the toilet had not been cleaned in quite a while as there was a terrible ring around the water line. We killed a few small bugs and insects. I spilled some contact lens cleaner on the floor and wiped it up and the tissue was very dirty. The stairwell down to the first floor had a horrible odor that they must have known about since a brick kept the door ajar. The room itself was very quiet and the bed was comfortable. Plenty of coffee was available.
The check in process was disastrous. The property was supposed to send an email link to access the room which was never sent. After leaving several voice mails we finally got a hold of a real person since no one was at the property to help us. The bed was very comfortable but it ended there. There was some mold on the bathroom tile and it appeared the toilet had not been cleaned in quite a while as there was a terrible ring around the water line. We killed a few small bugs and insects. I spilled some contact lens cleaner on the floor and wiped it up and the tissue was very dirty. The stairwell down to the first floor had a horrible odor that they must have known about since a brick kept the door ajar. The room itself was very quiet and the bed was comfortable. Plenty of coffee was available.
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Brian
Oct 2, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This hotel definitely is older…although you can tell they tried to improve its looks and feel. There is a strong sewage smell in the 2nd floor access stairwell…turns your off…. Definitely a 2 star at best.
This hotel definitely is older…although you can tell they tried to improve its looks and feel. There is a strong sewage smell in the 2nd floor access stairwell…turns your off…. Definitely a 2 star at best.
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Jane
Aug 31, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
There were cigarette butts outside of one of the rooms we walked by extinguished in a cup with water.. and the walkway outside the rooms upstairs needed vacuuming or sweeping
There were cigarette butts outside of one of the rooms we walked by extinguished in a cup with water.. and the walkway outside the rooms upstairs needed vacuuming or sweeping
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Rooms
Modern, spacious, and comfortable rooms with plush beds, large TVs, and in-room Keurig; many praise the recent renovations. Some guests report noise between rooms and occasional issues like broken showerheads, low water pressure, or slow-to-heat HVAC.
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Dorothy
Feb 23, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The only complaint would be that we could hear people talking in their room next to us. Walls must be thin.
The only complaint would be that we could hear people talking in their room next to us. Walls must be thin.
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Paul
Jul 6, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
I liked the tech that was available to us in the room. Big wall mounted Samsung Smart TV with Hulu available to use. Amazon Echo also in room. Our room was spotless. The bed was very comfortable. The parking was convenient. The contact-less check in and check out was easy and convenient. The hotel lobby for guests is comfortable and clean. The person we communicated with via text msg to check in and check out was prompt and courteous.
I liked the tech that was available to us in the room. Big wall mounted Samsung Smart TV with Hulu available to use. Amazon Echo also in room. Our room was spotless. The bed was very comfortable. The parking was convenient. The contact-less check in and check out was easy and convenient. The hotel lobby for guests is comfortable and clean. The person we communicated with via text msg to check in and check out was prompt and courteous.
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Paul
Jul 8, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We really liked our room. We did have a problem with the shower head. It was stripped and wouldn’t stay on. The water went EVERYWHERE, including straight up into the exhaust fan. Very dangerous!!!! We also did not enjoy the remote check in and out. There is no one to speak to about any issues. IE shower. The remodel is beautiful.
We really liked our room. We did have a problem with the shower head. It was stripped and wouldn’t stay on. The water went EVERYWHERE, including straight up into the exhaust fan. Very dangerous!!!! We also did not enjoy the remote check in and out. There is no one to speak to about any issues. IE shower. The remodel is beautiful.
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Chelsea
Oct 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Pros: 1) Very comfy bed and pillows! Hard to find when you have chronic back issues, I slept like a baby! 2) Good size tv, as opposed to the 32" tv in most hotels. Also included Disney and Hulu. 3) Mini fridge and keurig that were super convenient. 4) Loved the keyless entry and being able to go straight to our room without check-in. Cons: 1) The pictures are a bit deceiving, it appears that the entire room was just painted black or white and fixtures replaced with matte black. It is essentially a motel and still a bit outdated and dark. 2) The water pressure is equivalent to trying to bath outside during a light rain shower. 3) Not so much the hotel's fault as probably mine in lack of research, but this hotel is not on Tupper Lake. It is in the town of Tupper Lake which borders Raquette Pond. Neither body of water you're going to see or be anywhere close to. Your view is the neighbor's yard. 4) A few basic amenities that were listed are lacking. The "free breakfast" is more of a snack station, the vending machines are almost empty.
Pros: 1) Very comfy bed and pillows! Hard to find when you have chronic back issues, I slept like a baby! 2) Good size tv, as opposed to the 32" tv in most hotels. Also included Disney and Hulu. 3) Mini fridge and keurig that were super convenient. 4) Loved the keyless entry and being able to go straight to our room without check-in. Cons: 1) The pictures are a bit deceiving, it appears that the entire room was just painted black or white and fixtures replaced with matte black. It is essentially a motel and still a bit outdated and dark. 2) The water pressure is equivalent to trying to bath outside during a light rain shower. 3) Not so much the hotel's fault as probably mine in lack of research, but this hotel is not on Tupper Lake. It is in the town of Tupper Lake which borders Raquette Pond. Neither body of water you're going to see or be anywhere close to. Your view is the neighbor's yard. 4) A few basic amenities that were listed are lacking. The "free breakfast" is more of a snack station, the vending machines are almost empty.
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Gail
Aug 11, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Comfortable beds and good amenities in the room.
Comfortable beds and good amenities in the room.
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Lisa
Aug 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Clean and modern, comfy bed with lots of pillows. Would stay here again
Clean and modern, comfy bed with lots of pillows. Would stay here again
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Joyce E
Nov 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was huge - enough room for two queen-sized beds with plenty of room for a desk and chairs, a dresser, and an additional seat as well as a comfortable chair. They also have a medium-sized fridge and a Kuerig with coffee and tea available. The bathroom is well-appointed and large.
The room was huge - enough room for two queen-sized beds with plenty of room for a desk and chairs, a dresser, and an additional seat as well as a comfortable chair. They also have a medium-sized fridge and a Kuerig with coffee and tea available. The bathroom is well-appointed and large.
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Carol
Jun 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Checkin is via text. Room # and code. Employee on site very nice man. Room was too cold. Turned on heat, nothing. Called and was told takes very long time to warm up. Called again after 40 minutes and cold heaters and was told maintenance would be here quickly, 1 1/2 hours later called again. Ended up waiting around the motel and delaying our plans for the evening waiting to see if heat worked. It did eventually warm up 2 degrees in 2 hours, 65 to 67, and was warmer when we got back. This is the Adirondacks. It can be 30s in July at night. Just saying waiting for a room to show heat is actually working,.not exactly how I wanted to spend my time.
Checkin is via text. Room # and code. Employee on site very nice man. Room was too cold. Turned on heat, nothing. Called and was told takes very long time to warm up. Called again after 40 minutes and cold heaters and was told maintenance would be here quickly, 1 1/2 hours later called again. Ended up waiting around the motel and delaying our plans for the evening waiting to see if heat worked. It did eventually warm up 2 degrees in 2 hours, 65 to 67, and was warmer when we got back. This is the Adirondacks. It can be 30s in July at night. Just saying waiting for a room to show heat is actually working,.not exactly how I wanted to spend my time.
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Joyce
Apr 10, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The bed was excellent - no sagging !! Towels were thick and plush ! Did not like the hair conditioner provided. There was only one outlet by the desk so if you plugged in the light you could not plug in your laptop. Shower did not have a good force so it took a long time to wash and rinse long hair. But I would go there again !
The bed was excellent - no sagging !! Towels were thick and plush ! Did not like the hair conditioner provided. There was only one outlet by the desk so if you plugged in the light you could not plug in your laptop. Shower did not have a good force so it took a long time to wash and rinse long hair. But I would go there again !
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Michael
Jun 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We stayed there specifically to go to the Wild Center. The motel has no windows in the front and is painted black. The rooms were updated with a great look, having painted the tiled ceilings black and changing out fixtures to all black. It really works well. Our room had a connecting room, so we could hear our neighbors talking. NP., we slept really well because the lack of windows in the front kept us from hearing everybody leaving the next morning. Would definitely stay there again!
We stayed there specifically to go to the Wild Center. The motel has no windows in the front and is painted black. The rooms were updated with a great look, having painted the tiled ceilings black and changing out fixtures to all black. It really works well. Our room had a connecting room, so we could hear our neighbors talking. NP., we slept really well because the lack of windows in the front kept us from hearing everybody leaving the next morning. Would definitely stay there again!
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Service
Contactless check-in is easy for some and staff can be helpful via text or phone, but many struggled to receive access codes, reach support, or get timely assistance due to limited on-site presence.
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Ethan
Jun 2, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
I had a great experience here. Came up solo to do some hikes in the area and it was exactly what I was looking for. Make sure that you do the check-in ahead of the day of arrival however, I didn't do it until I was already driving up and ending up having to call to get my door code. Miguel was very responsive and friendly on the phone however and it was not an issue at all. Room was very nice and clean and it was nice having Hulu in the room. Will be considering staying here again next time I need a hotel in Tupper Lake.
I had a great experience here. Came up solo to do some hikes in the area and it was exactly what I was looking for. Make sure that you do the check-in ahead of the day of arrival however, I didn't do it until I was already driving up and ending up having to call to get my door code. Miguel was very responsive and friendly on the phone however and it was not an issue at all. Room was very nice and clean and it was nice having Hulu in the room. Will be considering staying here again next time I need a hotel in Tupper Lake.
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Todd Joseph Robert
Jan 26, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The check-in process worked flawlessly!
The check-in process worked flawlessly!
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Peter
Nov 11, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Place would have been awesome if we did not wait an hour and a half for self check in after driving 7 hours. Called number on website and door of hotel no answer. Never received email or text with check in info yet I received 6 texts and emails for other things. Orbitz customer service no help either as I couldn’t reach a service rep. If it wasn’t for awesome gentleman who worked there we found in the wash room we might still be waiting. Ended up having to miss dinner and late for event.
Place would have been awesome if we did not wait an hour and a half for self check in after driving 7 hours. Called number on website and door of hotel no answer. Never received email or text with check in info yet I received 6 texts and emails for other things. Orbitz customer service no help either as I couldn’t reach a service rep. If it wasn’t for awesome gentleman who worked there we found in the wash room we might still be waiting. Ended up having to miss dinner and late for event.
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Robert
Oct 4, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Property was fine but checking in was a challenge. There needs to be staff available to help at check in.
Property was fine but checking in was a challenge. There needs to be staff available to help at check in.
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Kimberly
Mar 19, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great hotel. Clean, quiet, convenient. Loved the easy check in and key on my phone app! Will definitely be back!!
Great hotel. Clean, quiet, convenient. Loved the easy check in and key on my phone app! Will definitely be back!!
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Conrad
Sep 14, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This is a no front desk motel. I’ve had difficulty reaching someone to talk to about problems with check-in. Both times I’ve called support number the voicemail was full. My written messages were not acknowledged. Trailhead has registration system that demanded info from folks in both rooms when I had booked and paid for both; that made for awkward registration since my relatives in other room were not local to me, and I’m not a geek with all the messages demanding info from them. There was also comprehension problem with the cleaning crew—I had told one that rooms thirty and thirty-one were leaving in an hour. The man didn’t understand me, so I said rooms 30 and 31. He then proceeded to go to room 30 and knock on door to see if it was vacant (?)
This is a no front desk motel. I’ve had difficulty reaching someone to talk to about problems with check-in. Both times I’ve called support number the voicemail was full. My written messages were not acknowledged. Trailhead has registration system that demanded info from folks in both rooms when I had booked and paid for both; that made for awkward registration since my relatives in other room were not local to me, and I’m not a geek with all the messages demanding info from them. There was also comprehension problem with the cleaning crew—I had told one that rooms thirty and thirty-one were leaving in an hour. The man didn’t understand me, so I said rooms 30 and 31. He then proceeded to go to room 30 and knock on door to see if it was vacant (?)
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Judy
Jul 25, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
I don’t like that there is no one available on site for questions or to print out bills.
I don’t like that there is no one available on site for questions or to print out bills.
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James
Aug 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Check-in was a nightmare and took nearly an hour with multiple unsuccessful attempts to contact the help phone number given at the site. This motel has no staff on hand to check you in or answer questions/solve problems. The help phone number leads to a recorded message telling you to leave a message, but the mailbox is full and does not accept messages. I finally figured out how to navigate an online check-in system, but after filling out the forms and providing all the request information, when you pressed the SUBMIT button at the bottom, nothing happened. Additionally, the motel said that there is a breakfast but there was no food available at 7:30 AM when we tried to find something to eat. The room itself was acceptable, but the misrepresentation of this company assures that not only will I never deal with this company again, and I will warn my friends and relatives not to do so either. During the hour that we in the motel welcome area trying to contact a human, there were two other couples that were having the same problem as us, Disgraceful!
Check-in was a nightmare and took nearly an hour with multiple unsuccessful attempts to contact the help phone number given at the site. This motel has no staff on hand to check you in or answer questions/solve problems. The help phone number leads to a recorded message telling you to leave a message, but the mailbox is full and does not accept messages. I finally figured out how to navigate an online check-in system, but after filling out the forms and providing all the request information, when you pressed the SUBMIT button at the bottom, nothing happened. Additionally, the motel said that there is a breakfast but there was no food available at 7:30 AM when we tried to find something to eat. The room itself was acceptable, but the misrepresentation of this company assures that not only will I never deal with this company again, and I will warn my friends and relatives not to do so either. During the hour that we in the motel welcome area trying to contact a human, there were two other couples that were having the same problem as us, Disgraceful!
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Conrad
May 13, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
I've always liked Shaheen's, now Trailhead, but the current checkin arrangements were poor: I made reservations thru Expedia, who told me the remote checkin room number and code info would be provided 24 hrs before checkin--when it wasn't, I called the Trailhead phone number but received message that no voice mailbox was set up. I then sent email to Trailhead, who responded that I should have received email code from Expedia; that didn't arrive until about 2 hrs before checkin. It was frustrating to not be able to get the checkin info until shortly before arrival.
I've always liked Shaheen's, now Trailhead, but the current checkin arrangements were poor: I made reservations thru Expedia, who told me the remote checkin room number and code info would be provided 24 hrs before checkin--when it wasn't, I called the Trailhead phone number but received message that no voice mailbox was set up. I then sent email to Trailhead, who responded that I should have received email code from Expedia; that didn't arrive until about 2 hrs before checkin. It was frustrating to not be able to get the checkin info until shortly before arrival.
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Len
Sep 22, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
The room was nice enough. However the instructions I was given to get in the room were incorrect. They said to put in the code and then hit the center key. They didn’t say that you also had to hit the center key before entering the code as well. That caused quite a bit of confusion. There was a rubber strip that was part of the door frame which fell out. They said to text if I wanted the room cleaned. I did that but the room wasn’t cleaned.
The room was nice enough. However the instructions I was given to get in the room were incorrect. They said to put in the code and then hit the center key. They didn’t say that you also had to hit the center key before entering the code as well. That caused quite a bit of confusion. There was a rubber strip that was part of the door frame which fell out. They said to text if I wanted the room cleaned. I did that but the room wasn’t cleaned.
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Location
Convenient base for the Wild Center and nearby Adirondack activities; generally quiet and close to town, though some street noise can be heard.
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Roxann
Dec 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice room in a great location.
Nice room in a great location.
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Rebecca
Jul 9, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Convenient location to activities around Tupper Lake. We had a one bedroom suite and it was very nice for three adults.
Convenient location to activities around Tupper Lake. We had a one bedroom suite and it was very nice for three adults.
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Ivan
Aug 3, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
It is relatively quiet but you can hear the cars on the street. Its good for a motel in that parts.
It is relatively quiet but you can hear the cars on the street. Its good for a motel in that parts.
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Scott
Mar 31, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Close to town. Comfortable. Reasonably priced. Entrance needs some repair due to large potholes but thats winter related. Understandable issue to have
Close to town. Comfortable. Reasonably priced. Entrance needs some repair due to large potholes but thats winter related. Understandable issue to have
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Wendelin
Aug 18, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The location was good for the Wild Center and Tupper Lake. The contactless check in worked fine. The continental breakfast was adequate.
The location was good for the Wild Center and Tupper Lake. The contactless check in worked fine. The continental breakfast was adequate.
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Melinda
Jun 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Clean and comfortable and close to the Wild Center!
Clean and comfortable and close to the Wild Center!
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Samantha
Feb 19, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Perfect location for the wild center. Easy check in. Clean. Quiet.
Perfect location for the wild center. Easy check in. Clean. Quiet.
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Jennifer
Mar 3, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The rooms were comfy and cozy. The rooms have been updated and remodeled. The location was easy to find and perfect for a trip in the ADKs. The common area is a great place to relax and unwind.
The rooms were comfy and cozy. The rooms have been updated and remodeled. The location was easy to find and perfect for a trip in the ADKs. The common area is a great place to relax and unwind.
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Bridget
Apr 16, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Perfect for hopping around to Wild Center and Raquette River Brewery. Beautiful nook in Adirondacks.
Perfect for hopping around to Wild Center and Raquette River Brewery. Beautiful nook in Adirondacks.
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MARIA EMMA
Jun 7, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This property shows style and comfort every where you look: the bed was cozy and the bathroom clean. Check in was fast since they send you a code so you don’t need to wait. Location is ideal, in a quiet area. Highly recommended.
This property shows style and comfort every where you look: the bed was cozy and the bathroom clean. Check in was fast since they send you a code so you don’t need to wait. Location is ideal, in a quiet area. Highly recommended.
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Dining
Breakfast is a light grab-and-go setup that many found understocked or inconsistent, with some reporting no items or expired options; a few considered it adequate.
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Robert
Oct 19, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Poor breakfast, coffeemaker in room didn’t work, and no one to ask about area dining.
Poor breakfast, coffeemaker in room didn’t work, and no one to ask about area dining.
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Benjamin
Aug 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The breakfast situation was terrible. They advertised having grab and go items such as granola bars and there was nothing. The shelf was completely empty except for coffee and a couple pieces of fruit for the entire hotel.
The breakfast situation was terrible. They advertised having grab and go items such as granola bars and there was nothing. The shelf was completely empty except for coffee and a couple pieces of fruit for the entire hotel.
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Carol
Feb 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was ok. Quiet. Clean There was no one able to give restaurant or area places to go. No information in lobby or room. The lady at a desk when we were leaving wasn’t very helpful Advertises with breakfast bits it’s a grab and go
Room was ok. Quiet. Clean There was no one able to give restaurant or area places to go. No information in lobby or room. The lady at a desk when we were leaving wasn’t very helpful Advertises with breakfast bits it’s a grab and go
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Gary
Feb 29, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
We liked the room, decor, property condition, location and price. We didn't read the confirmation notice close enough to learn that we needed to download the Goki app before we could receive our room code. We gave up after a while trying to figure out the TV. A notice read that the hotel provided and Hulu and Disney Channels; when we selected these we found we needed to set up accounts and pay. The provided breakfast was disappointing. Only one half-gallon of milk was in the refrigerator and that was gone fairly early. I only got to the kitchen in time to get milk and juice one out of three mornings. Staff should be on hand to restock supplies.
We liked the room, decor, property condition, location and price. We didn't read the confirmation notice close enough to learn that we needed to download the Goki app before we could receive our room code. We gave up after a while trying to figure out the TV. A notice read that the hotel provided and Hulu and Disney Channels; when we selected these we found we needed to set up accounts and pay. The provided breakfast was disappointing. Only one half-gallon of milk was in the refrigerator and that was gone fairly early. I only got to the kitchen in time to get milk and juice one out of three mornings. Staff should be on hand to restock supplies.
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Lesley
Jan 1, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The rooms were clean, comfortable and welcoming. Check in was easy. Breakfast was great.
The rooms were clean, comfortable and welcoming. Check in was easy. Breakfast was great.
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Marisol
Sep 26, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was beautiful but bathroom sink was dirty. The “light breakfast” was terrible. Little to no options and food was expired. There was also no one to touch base with onsite.
The room was beautiful but bathroom sink was dirty. The “light breakfast” was terrible. Little to no options and food was expired. There was also no one to touch base with onsite.
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Rebecca
Oct 7, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Convenient, clean and comfortable! Nice little set up for breakfast!
Convenient, clean and comfortable! Nice little set up for breakfast!
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Jennifer
Aug 10, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We have stayed at Trailhead several times. The room and pool are always clean. The property is well run. The property did a good job of bringing us an air mattress after Expedia booked our family of 5 in a 4-person room. The grab and go snacks were grabbed by others and there weren't refills provided throughout the breakfast timeframe.
We have stayed at Trailhead several times. The room and pool are always clean. The property is well run. The property did a good job of bringing us an air mattress after Expedia booked our family of 5 in a 4-person room. The grab and go snacks were grabbed by others and there weren't refills provided throughout the breakfast timeframe.
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Danielle
Aug 4, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The advertisement on Expedia said breakfast was provided. It is not provided.
The advertisement on Expedia said breakfast was provided. It is not provided.
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Dolores
May 18, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
When I read about the hotel. It said free breakfast. Whenever we go away which is not often. I look for hotels that offer free breakfast. I did not realize it meant continental. Everything else was fine. But we were rather disappointed in the breakfast selection. Also, planning on returning in July. We really hope the pool is cleaned and up and running.
When I read about the hotel. It said free breakfast. Whenever we go away which is not often. I look for hotels that offer free breakfast. I did not realize it meant continental. Everything else was fine. But we were rather disappointed in the breakfast selection. Also, planning on returning in July. We really hope the pool is cleaned and up and running.
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Pamela
6 days ago
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Stayed 1 night
Was happy with our accommodations. Mattress was a stand out. Very good. TV was brand new but we were unable to figure out how to work it. 😂 The one disappointment was that hotels.com didn’t seem responsive to our request for room # and room code. I notified them I had not received it as promised and no response. When we arrived at hotel, front desk couldn’t find our reservation. Finally he said he has trouble with this when 3rd parties are involved. He was able to handle the issue promptly and we were set.
Was happy with our accommodations. Mattress was a stand out. Very good. TV was brand new but we were unable to figure out how to work it. 😂 The one disappointment was that hotels.com didn’t seem responsive to our request for room # and room code. I notified them I had not received it as promised and no response. When we arrived at hotel, front desk couldn’t find our reservation. Finally he said he has trouble with this when 3rd parties are involved. He was able to handle the issue promptly and we were set.
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Barbara
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Tried to cancel room, phone number given to me by the Lake Placid office was no longer active. My 80 year old husband had taken a bad fall and we had to cancel our trip. Company needs to make it easier to contact them !!!
Tried to cancel room, phone number given to me by the Lake Placid office was no longer active. My 80 year old husband had taken a bad fall and we had to cancel our trip. Company needs to make it easier to contact them !!!
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Nan
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
A great place to stay. Easy walk into town, comfortable, clean, quiet
A great place to stay. Easy walk into town, comfortable, clean, quiet
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Kenneth H
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Room was ok, nothing special. Check-in via cellphone was a little strange but worked. Decent place to stay.
Room was ok, nothing special. Check-in via cellphone was a little strange but worked. Decent place to stay.
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Donna
5 weeks ago
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Stayed 2 nights
The motel was very clean, nicely located & staff was very friendly, efficient, responsive & professional. Would like to have a couple more towel bars in the bathroom & a hook on the back of the bathroom door to hang clothes. Would highly recommend to anyone traveling to the Tupper Lake area.
The motel was very clean, nicely located & staff was very friendly, efficient, responsive & professional. Would like to have a couple more towel bars in the bathroom & a hook on the back of the bathroom door to hang clothes. Would highly recommend to anyone traveling to the Tupper Lake area.
FAQs about Trailhead by Weekender
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free self parking is available on-site.
What type of breakfast is offered?
A complimentary on-the-go breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.
Are pets allowed at the property?
Yes, pets are allowed in specific rooms only, with a pet fee of USD 75.00 per accommodation. Service animals are exempt from fees.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.
Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located in Tupper Lake, within a 5-minute drive of Horseshoe Lake Wild Forest and Wild Center. It is approximately 29 miles from Mirror Lake and 3.1 miles from Bridge Gardens.
Does the property have a swimming pool?
Yes, there is an outdoor swimming pool, which is seasonal. Operational hours are not specified.
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There is no front desk at this property. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance. The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification. Other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools. Guests will receive an email 2 hours prior to arrival with check-in instructions.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 21 years old.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
- This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
- Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
- Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
- The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
- Pet fee: USD 75.00 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
- Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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