Name: Top Notch Inn
Address: 265 Main Street, Upper Village, Gorham, New Hampshire, United States of America, Gorham, Coos County, US
Price range: US$101–US$555 per night
Rating: 8.63

What guests think

At Top Notch Inn, guests consistently praise spotless rooms, friendly staff, and a convenient in-town location near restaurants and outdoor activities, while some note traffic noise in road-facing rooms and occasional hot tub or shade issues.

Amenities like the pool, hot tub, courtyard grills and fire pit, EV charging, and laundry are appreciated, though a few reports cite hot tub or pool cleanliness/temperature problems and limited fire-pit hours. Rooms are generally modern and comfortable with fridges and microwaves, but roadside units can be noisy, some window shades let in light, and a few guests found beds or HVAC too firm, soft, or loud. There is no real on-site breakfast, yet several dining options are an easy walk, including a restaurant next door. Expect a well-kept, no-frills motor-inn base for exploring the White Mountains.

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Facilities

Facilities include a pool and hot tub, courtyard grills and fire pit, EV charging, and laundry; overall well kept. Some guests reported hot tub or pool cleanliness/temperature issues, limited fire pit hours, and occasional parking tightness.

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Roxann

16 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This was a FIVE Star place. Outdoor heated pool and hot tub were impeccably clean and beautiful!! Courtney was amazing, texted us on am of check in and provided amazing room

8

Ellen

24 Jul 2023

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Stayed 6 nights

my only complaint is that the hot tub filter was disgusting and hadn't been changed and unfortunately my husband broke out in a rash/sunburn. Other than that, the place was comfortable and clean and the staff were very helpful.

8

leslie

9 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Cleanliness was fine. The room had recently been renovated. Coffee maker OK. But no tea bags or decaf coffee. Also, despite strips on the bottom of the tub, it was quite slippery when we took our shower. And no handicap grab bars - especially important for visitors in their 70s like us. We drive a full-size pickup truck and parking - especially with all the ATVs in the lot - was tight. Person at check in was professional and pleasant. For the cost of the room, we expected more upscale features in the room. Lots of TV channels - but PBS wasn't on the list.

10

Jason

12 Jun 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent place to stay. Lots of dining options and the court yard is set up to cook your own stuff and enjoy a fire and some games!

10

FHAMEEDA

14 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff was very friendly, complimentary EV charging was a plus. The evening fire pit was great to mingle with other guests. We loved the pool and hot tub. Thank you for a great stay!

8

Mark R

17 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

right on the road so trucks were omnipresent with their rumbling through town, but I think any hotel in this area will have that issue. needed shades on the windows to block out daylight. Mattress felt way to soft. Desk clerk was terrific. also one of the only hotels we've come across with a car charger

10

Robin

11 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great Desk Service and check-in. VERY Nice Rooms, pool, and Hot Tub. Easy walk to excellent dining choices. Wonderful place.

6

skylar

10 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The room was very clean. The hot tub was filthy and the website says they keep the pool water at 88, they certainly do not.

10

Elizabeth

5 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean, well care for property. Brand new Hot Tub! Clean pool. Other patrons sitting around a relaxing fire. Friendly atmosphere. Would definitely stay here again.

10

Destinee

23 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great place to stay! Very clean, newly renovated. Hot tub and pool were crystal clear and so clean! Fire pit from 8-930 with some music was an awesome vibe, made some friends! Grills outside. Loved it!

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is a strong point, with many reviews calling rooms and grounds spotless or immaculate. A few isolated issues were noted, such as a dirty bed or occasional odor.

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Cecilia

16 May 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The cleanliness of this hotel is outstanding.

10

Denise

21 Feb 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The check-in staff was efficient, our room was exceptionally clean and updated. The bathroom was spotless, and the heat worked. Amazing!

10

Courtney

28 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Easy check in, extremely clean. Overall very pleased with this hotel.

10

mike

2 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This place is possibly cleaner than our own house!!! Very good value

4

Juan

11 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The bed was really dirty, there were food crumbles in bed.

10

Kimberly

17 Jun 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

I was very impressed with the cleanliness. Everything appeared brand new.

10

Calixto

7 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nevertheless the property was very well maintained and clean, there was a cigarette smoke smell. The rest was very good and

10

Brandon

8 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was very pleasant. Room was very clean. Everything was above satisfactory with exception of the comfort of the beds. Overall fantastic value.

10

Nick

26 Feb 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

This is a very well run hotel. The rooms were recently updated, and spotless.

10

Valerie

2 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This is my second time staying at Top Notch Inn. The rooms are always spotless and very comfortable. The staff is outstanding. They go out of their way to help ensure your stay in Gorham NH is enjoyable - just kind people. I won’t stay anywhere else when I in town. Thank you Top Notch Inn.

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Rooms

Rooms are modern and comfortable with useful extras like fridges and microwaves. Downsides recur for some: traffic or neighbor noise in road-facing rooms, light-leaking shades, and occasional loud HVAC or mattress comfort issues; mountain-view upgrades sometimes disappoint.

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Jeremy

19 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The only issue I had was the heater mounted to the wall made a terribly loud vibration that echoed through the room and made it difficult to sleep. Other than that the room was nice and clean and the staff was friendly.

10

Petra

9 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It’s a motel, but that said, it’s in top notch condition! Towels and sheets are top grade, bathrooms, pool and facilities are modern and spit spot clean. Large fridge and microwave in the room. If only they would serve breakfast.

10

Kimberly

23 Feb 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

The room was perfect for us, with a large comfy chair, a large mini fridge, microwave and desk, and hooks for coats. We enjoyed having the hot tub! It was quiet, and all the staff were awesome.

8

KENNETH

24 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was nice and looked to be updated. The mattress was clean but very soft and sunken in, needed replaced. We had a room upstairs and had to carry our items. No elevator! And no luggage carts to transport luggage from our vehicle to room. Had to park across parking lot next to pool and our room was above the office. Staff was very friendly at checkin. We would stay here again as long as it was a ground floor room.

6

Richard

2 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We did not notice that this room was a roadside room. It is only about 20 feet from a highway and the traffic noise made it very difficult to rest. We will have to check twice on Expedia room descriptions in the future. Of course if I had seen this description I am not sure I would have figured that it was so close to the highway. Additionally the manager was very good about offering us a complimentary upgrade to a “quieter” room but it was only 50 feet from the highway so we declined since it meant moving all of our luggage.

10

Rachel

26 Dec 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

it was a good stay. the heating/AC was loud. otherwise all good

6

Brenda

1 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We had a room close to the street. We could hear the traffic all night.

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marcin

6 Jun 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

I should have a mountain view.... but 12"x12" window is Definity not a mountain view

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Bhavisha

10 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

I appreciate that the motel refunded me for the night I didn't stay, however I didn't like that I was made to feel uncomfortable at the establishment. The mattresses at this motel were extremely uncomfortable. And despite paying extra for a mountain view, THERE IS NO Mountain view. The couple next door smoked right outside their rooms so there goes your ability sitting outside your room in a smoke free environment. Restaurants in the area close at 8pm during tourist season.

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laurie

30 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Although the room was super clean the window shades did very little to mask the breezeway lights. The eco-friendly toilet had to be flushed several times to flush normal tp usage. The bed was very firm and for me it was uncomfortable others might enjoy it though. Great restaurants were within walking distance! There was plenty of parking and the proprietor was very pleasant!

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Service

Service is widely described as friendly, helpful, and accommodating, with staff offering early check-in, local tips, and proactive communication. A few guests mentioned difficulty reaching staff or service gaps at times.

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Reilly

28 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Amazing staff and great location if you’re visiting Mt. Washington. I would highly recommend!

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Roxann

16 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This was a FIVE Star place. Outdoor heated pool and hot tub were impeccably clean and beautiful!! Courtney was amazing, texted us on am of check in and provided amazing room

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Tara

5 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Hard to get service or find anyone at check in, immediately tried to upsell me on a less noisy room away from the road, bed wasn't made, jacuzzi broken. Loud country music blasting across the parking lot/hotel grounds. Would never recommend or stay here.

10

Babette

17 Feb 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff are super friendly and helpful. We forgot some clothing as we rushed out and they called us and offered to ship it to us. Hot tub was working and relaxing. We found fun places to eat very close by.

10

David

12 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Welcoming staff is efficient, friendly and helpful. Our room was ready and available by 2 PM.

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Katharine

3 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I have stayed here before and it is just as terrific as I remember. It got a tad expensive and I stayed at other places in Gorham but none can compare. So I came back! Very quiet, comfortable and with good amenities. Plus the staff is very friendly and accommodating.

10

Jean Pierre

18 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was professional and accommodating. Would definitely recommend and stay at Top Notch Inn in the future.

10

Brett

22 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Super helpful at the front desk, even printed out a trail map for me

10

Franklin

12 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly staff, attention to customer service, nice property well kept you can tell the owners care.

10

Valerie

2 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This is my second time staying at Top Notch Inn. The rooms are always spotless and very comfortable. The staff is outstanding. They go out of their way to help ensure your stay in Gorham NH is enjoyable - just kind people. I won’t stay anywhere else when I in town. Thank you Top Notch Inn.

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Location

Central in Gorham with easy access to restaurants, trails, Mt. Washington, and family attractions like Storyland and Santa’s Village. Being on the main road, some rooms experience traffic noise.

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Jill

30 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Top Notch was clean, quiet, and affordable. I also like that it was a quick walk to dinner and other places in town.

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brent

16 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Good location to trails

10

Jason

9 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great location for Northern Presidential mountains

10

Mark

30 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Conveniently located, but also on the highway, so quite noisy with passing trucks. Lean and well maintained, comfortable with friendly staff. Good restaurants close by. I would stay here again.

10

Janet

10 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed here before going up the Cog Railway to the top of Mt. Washington. It met all of our needs and was just what we wanted. Restaurants are walkable distances and the drive to the Cog Railway was relatively convenient.

10

David

14 Sept 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

Good location in downtown Gorham.

10

Cheryl

5 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A great location that made it easy to get to all the things we wanted to do in the area.

10

Sarah

13 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This was our second visit to Top Notch Inn with young kids. It’s a great, safe family-friendly place to stay with kids. A great location with a pool between Santa’s Village and Storyland with plenty of trails and other outdoor activities.

10

Scott

26 Feb 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Skiing at Wildcat? Definitely consider Top Notch. Close to the Mountain and on the Main Street with plenty of options for food, coffee, and laundry.

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Dan

17 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Kelly was very helpful in front office when I was trying to locate a trailhead for the Cross New Hampshire Adventure Trail out of Gorham towards Gilead, ME. She put me on the right track. Stayed 2 nights in King room on street side next to J’s Corner Restaurant. Room was great but…no convenient parking on Top Notch Inn lot. Had to park across street in lot owned by J’s Restaurant. Place is a restaurant and bar. I didn’t feel comfortable parking there with my Trek bike on back of my car and with it being a bar. Moved my car around the Top Notch office side to Inn’s parking lot for safety & security even though it was inconvenient. The King room on the street is unbelievably noisy being right on the street. Motorcycles and ATV’s roaring by until about 9:00pm each night I stayed there. I would stay at Top Notch again…but not in the King room on the street. Way too noisy.

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Dining

No real on-site breakfast or restaurant, but multiple dining options are within walking distance, including a restaurant next door. Several guests wished breakfast were offered or found the provided snacks minimal.

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Jill

30 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Top Notch was clean, quiet, and affordable. I also like that it was a quick walk to dinner and other places in town.

10

Simon

1 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice and clean. Close to lots of restaurants. Enjoy my stay.

6

Paul

1 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Usual motel setup. Reception staff were helpful with local advice. Noise from other guests and their vehicles was intrusive. But very convenient for touring the White Mountains. No onsite catering.

10

Petra

9 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It’s a motel, but that said, it’s in top notch condition! Towels and sheets are top grade, bathrooms, pool and facilities are modern and spit spot clean. Large fridge and microwave in the room. If only they would serve breakfast.

10

sandra

26 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The lady that checked us in was super nice. liked the restaurant right next door, very easy. place does request quiet hours after 10pm so not good if your a loud group that wants to stay up late outside.

10

Robin

28 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Newly renovated, clean, had grills and seating available for guests as well as pool and fire pit. Walking distance to local food

8

Jennifer

15 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Breakfast was poor and I have had much better breakfast options in franchise motels. They call it breakfast in their advertising but use the term breakfast snacks when you get there and it definitely was just snacks. The breakfast area was also too cramped so that could be why they can only offer ‘snacks’ in that little space. Sink in our bathroom had been cracked previously and someone had tried to repair it with brown grout which was a bit off putting. Our stay had started off so well as the Receptionist at check-in was awesome and even welcomed us with a glass of champagne but the rest of our experience was only average.

8

Ellen

13 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Top Notch Inn was a nice place to stay, with several restaurant options nearby.

10

Anna

30 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great and helpful staff, nice restaurant/bar right next door

8

gary

7 Oct 2023

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Stayed 1 night

No simple breakfast

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Month	Average price
January	US$83
February	US$93
March	US$78
April	US$79
May	US$106
June	US$160
July	US$173
August	US$187
September	US$165
October	US$206
November	US$102
December	US$88

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $164	2 $375	3 $418
4 $194	5 $205	6 $232	7 $214	8 $234	9 $555	10
11	12 $235	13 $157	14 $245	15 $246	16 $387	17 $428
18 $142	19 $131	20 $140	21 $137	22 $135	23 $181	24 $187
25 $107	26 $101	27 $109	28 $101	29 $101	30 $142	31 $138

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Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds

Roadside Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mountain View

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Superior Suite, Multiple Beds (Pinkham House)

Cottage, Multiple Beds (Mt Moriah Cottage)

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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20 $146	21 $158	22 $147	23 $153	24 $184	25 $392	26 $401
27 $173	28 $176	29 $172	30 $166