Friends Lake Inn
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About this property
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional features at this hotel include concierge services, ski storage, and gift shops/newsstands.
Amenities
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional features at this hotel include concierge services, ski storage, and gift shops/newsstands.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Event facilities at this hotel consist of a conference center and meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
At Friends Lake Inn, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 17 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards, as well as phones with free local calls.
Location
With a stay at Friends Lake Inn in Chestertown, you'll be near ski lifts, a 4-minute walk from Friends Lake and a 4-minute drive from Loon Lake Beach. This hotel is 18.5 mi (29.8 km) from Lake George and 16.4 mi (26.4 km) from Gore Mountain Ski Resort.
What's nearby
Friends Lake(0.2 Miles)
Loon Lake Beach(2.5 Miles)
Loon Lake(3.6 Miles)
Tripp Pond(4.5 Miles)
Hudson River(7.5 Miles)
Brant Lake(8 Miles)
Schroon Lake(8.6 Miles)
Sherman Lake(10.1 Miles)
Natural Stone Bridge and Caves(10.4 Miles)
Pack Demonstration Forest(11.1 Miles)
Warren County Nature Trails(12.1 Miles)
Hickory Ski Center(13.4 Miles)
Pharaoh Lake Wilderness(14.4 Miles)
Tannery Pond Community Center(15.1 Miles)
Hudson Glades(15.3 Miles)
Glens Falls, NY (GFL-Floyd Bennett Memorial)(36.5 Miles)
Albany Intl. Airport (ALB)(77.6 Miles)
Parking
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Tour desk
Housekeeping
Banquet facilities
Location
963 Friends Lake rd, Chestertown, New York, United States of America
Friends Lake (0.2 Miles)
Loon Lake Beach (2.5 Miles)
Loon Lake (3.6 Miles)
Tripp Pond (4.5 Miles)
Hudson River (7.5 Miles)
Brant Lake (8 Miles)
Room options
31
Premier Room
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Separate Living RoomFireplace
13
Basic Room
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
301 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Separate Living Room
1
Deluxe Room
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Separate Living Room
1
Romantic Room, 1 King Bed
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Separate Living Room
Guest reviews of Friends Lake Inn
7.8
Good
Based on 119 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Couple
88%
Family
8%
Group
3%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Across recent reviews, Friends Lake Inn is praised for its quiet, scenic setting, friendly staff, clean and cozy rooms, and enjoyable restaurant meals, while recurring comments note periods of limited staffing and occasional operational hiccups.
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Across recent reviews, Friends Lake Inn is praised for its quiet, scenic setting, friendly staff, clean and cozy rooms, and enjoyable restaurant meals, while recurring comments note periods of limited staffing and occasional operational hiccups.
Several guests highlight nearby hiking and on-site snowshoe trails. Breakfast offerings vary by day, ranging from hot options to a simple continental spread. A low-key, nature-focused inn experience.
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Facilities
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Vera
3 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We stayed at Friends Lake Inn hoping for a relaxing getaway, but this visit was very disappointing. Upon arrival, the hotel was completely empty — no staff at the front desk, no note or key left for us, and no response to calls or texts. After waiting, we had no choice but to find and check ourselves into an unoccupied room. Additionally, none of the usual amenities were available: the restaurant and bar were not operating. The next morning, a staff member admitted they had “forgotten” to leave a note, but no compensation or effort to make things right was offered. For a hotel charging this rate, this level of service is unacceptable. What was supposed to be a relaxing getaway turned into a stressful experience.
We stayed at Friends Lake Inn hoping for a relaxing getaway, but this visit was very disappointing. Upon arrival, the hotel was completely empty — no staff at the front desk, no note or key left for us, and no response to calls or texts. After waiting, we had no choice but to find and check ourselves into an unoccupied room. Additionally, none of the usual amenities were available: the restaurant and bar were not operating. The next morning, a staff member admitted they had “forgotten” to leave a note, but no compensation or effort to make things right was offered. For a hotel charging this rate, this level of service is unacceptable. What was supposed to be a relaxing getaway turned into a stressful experience.
6
Joelle
5 Aug 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Staff was very nice. Bed was comfortable. room was clean. 3 floors, no elevator with steep steps between 2nd and 3rd floors. Not good for heavy luggage. No extra toilet paper (just the roll on the holder) or soap 1 bar for 2 pedestal sinks. Rather drab and dated.
Staff was very nice. Bed was comfortable. room was clean. 3 floors, no elevator with steep steps between 2nd and 3rd floors. Not good for heavy luggage. No extra toilet paper (just the roll on the holder) or soap 1 bar for 2 pedestal sinks. Rather drab and dated.
4
Sung-Hee
19 Apr 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
I only saw staff on the day I arrived and the day I left. There was no staff around while I was there. They didn’t tell me that there wasn’t any staff available or that there would only be “continental breakfast”. I was depending on the restaurant being open during my stay but I learned that the restaurant was closed when I went down to try and get some dinner. I had wanted to cut my stay there short but no one was there. When I told the front desk of my disappointment, all she said was “I’m sorry” and didn’t really try to make amends. This place had wonderful memories for me. I returned to this inn after a very long
I only saw staff on the day I arrived and the day I left. There was no staff around while I was there. They didn’t tell me that there wasn’t any staff available or that there would only be “continental breakfast”. I was depending on the restaurant being open during my stay but I learned that the restaurant was closed when I went down to try and get some dinner. I had wanted to cut my stay there short but no one was there. When I told the front desk of my disappointment, all she said was “I’m sorry” and didn’t really try to make amends. This place had wonderful memories for me. I returned to this inn after a very long
10
Jaime
1 Mar 2022
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Stayed 3 nights
The place was amazing! Very convenient for going to the Gore Mountain and super comfortable. I went to their snowshoe trails and had great time. The food is delicious - specially the home made ketchup!!
The place was amazing! Very convenient for going to the Gore Mountain and super comfortable. I went to their snowshoe trails and had great time. The food is delicious - specially the home made ketchup!!
10
Nancy
17 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful setting. Very clean. Charming building. Friendly staff. Breakfast included.
Beautiful setting. Very clean. Charming building. Friendly staff. Breakfast included.
4
J Daniel
28 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The property is in the middle of nowhere. Not convenient to anything close like restaurants or shopping. They were very short staffed. Little things, like the tv not working, breakfast starting 20 minutes late, restaurant out of chicken dishes, food (except the brownie sundae) was ok at best. Would not stay there again. Very expensive for a marginal experience. And don’t let Friends Lake Inn make you think it is on the water. You can just barely see a lake from second story.
The property is in the middle of nowhere. Not convenient to anything close like restaurants or shopping. They were very short staffed. Little things, like the tv not working, breakfast starting 20 minutes late, restaurant out of chicken dishes, food (except the brownie sundae) was ok at best. Would not stay there again. Very expensive for a marginal experience. And don’t let Friends Lake Inn make you think it is on the water. You can just barely see a lake from second story.
10
Shannell
10 Apr 2022
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Stayed 1 night
We enjoyed everything about the property, especially the sauna. Staff is amazing especially Nicole, very vibrant and lively. Will definitely be back again.
We enjoyed everything about the property, especially the sauna. Staff is amazing especially Nicole, very vibrant and lively. Will definitely be back again.
10
Susan
10 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Quiet, comfortable bed, very clean. Decorated nicely, very cozy feeling. Nice continental breakfast in bright cheery sunroom. Great hiking nearby. Staff responsive to questions and had good recommendations for dining and hiking. Very responsive via text prior to stay even had hiking trail directions printed out for us prior to our arrival. Overall very enjoyable stay. Everything was perfect!
Quiet, comfortable bed, very clean. Decorated nicely, very cozy feeling. Nice continental breakfast in bright cheery sunroom. Great hiking nearby. Staff responsive to questions and had good recommendations for dining and hiking. Very responsive via text prior to stay even had hiking trail directions printed out for us prior to our arrival. Overall very enjoyable stay. Everything was perfect!
8
William
3 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very nice location. Would have enjoyed more activity like hiking or a pool or something on site. But it met our requirements for a beautiful place to stay with good food
Very nice location. Would have enjoyed more activity like hiking or a pool or something on site. But it met our requirements for a beautiful place to stay with good food
4
JOYCE
8 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Only pro-room was clean and bed was comfortable. Place is like a ghost town, front desk always vacant with lights off.very dark, poor lighting on stairs. There is no customer service, no information about what place has to offer. Restaurant-No chicken entree available at restaurant, no tap beer, only decaf tea at breakfast, toaster over was very dirty. No fruit, yogurt, only plain bagel and english muffin, no variety. Minimal staff, ice not readily available.
Only pro-room was clean and bed was comfortable. Place is like a ghost town, front desk always vacant with lights off.very dark, poor lighting on stairs. There is no customer service, no information about what place has to offer. Restaurant-No chicken entree available at restaurant, no tap beer, only decaf tea at breakfast, toaster over was very dirty. No fruit, yogurt, only plain bagel and english muffin, no variety. Minimal staff, ice not readily available.
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Cleanliness
Reviews frequently describe the property and rooms as very clean and well maintained.
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10
Lisa
29 Jun 2022
·
Stayed 2 nights
The property was beautiful, clean, and very comfortable. We enjoyed the grounds and the delicious breakfast each morning. The staff was amazing…friendly and very helpful!
The property was beautiful, clean, and very comfortable. We enjoyed the grounds and the delicious breakfast each morning. The staff was amazing…friendly and very helpful!
10
Erin
25 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Friendly staff, room was clean, well maintained. Ate at the restaurant, food was great.
Friendly staff, room was clean, well maintained. Ate at the restaurant, food was great.
6
Joelle
5 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff was very nice. Bed was comfortable. room was clean. 3 floors, no elevator with steep steps between 2nd and 3rd floors. Not good for heavy luggage. No extra toilet paper (just the roll on the holder) or soap 1 bar for 2 pedestal sinks. Rather drab and dated.
Staff was very nice. Bed was comfortable. room was clean. 3 floors, no elevator with steep steps between 2nd and 3rd floors. Not good for heavy luggage. No extra toilet paper (just the roll on the holder) or soap 1 bar for 2 pedestal sinks. Rather drab and dated.
6
Ajmal
6 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Breakfast was slim pickings. Stale bagels and English muffins. Staff friendly. Clean.
Breakfast was slim pickings. Stale bagels and English muffins. Staff friendly. Clean.
10
Nancy
17 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful setting. Very clean. Charming building. Friendly staff. Breakfast included.
Beautiful setting. Very clean. Charming building. Friendly staff. Breakfast included.
10
Susan
10 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Quiet, comfortable bed, very clean. Decorated nicely, very cozy feeling. Nice continental breakfast in bright cheery sunroom. Great hiking nearby. Staff responsive to questions and had good recommendations for dining and hiking. Very responsive via text prior to stay even had hiking trail directions printed out for us prior to our arrival. Overall very enjoyable stay. Everything was perfect!
Quiet, comfortable bed, very clean. Decorated nicely, very cozy feeling. Nice continental breakfast in bright cheery sunroom. Great hiking nearby. Staff responsive to questions and had good recommendations for dining and hiking. Very responsive via text prior to stay even had hiking trail directions printed out for us prior to our arrival. Overall very enjoyable stay. Everything was perfect!
2
Krista Leigh
26 Sept 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Our room at Friends Lake Inn had some kind of fungus growing on the wood floor outside of the the shower door. There were moths in the room and overall, the room was dirty. When we arrived (at about 4pm) there was no one at the front desk, just an envelope with our name on it. The security code for our room was in the envelope. The manager drove to the Inn and was very sweet and apologetic and refunded our stay. It's possible they have other updated rooms.
Our room at Friends Lake Inn had some kind of fungus growing on the wood floor outside of the the shower door. There were moths in the room and overall, the room was dirty. When we arrived (at about 4pm) there was no one at the front desk, just an envelope with our name on it. The security code for our room was in the envelope. The manager drove to the Inn and was very sweet and apologetic and refunded our stay. It's possible they have other updated rooms.
4
JOYCE
8 Aug 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Only pro-room was clean and bed was comfortable. Place is like a ghost town, front desk always vacant with lights off.very dark, poor lighting on stairs. There is no customer service, no information about what place has to offer. Restaurant-No chicken entree available at restaurant, no tap beer, only decaf tea at breakfast, toaster over was very dirty. No fruit, yogurt, only plain bagel and english muffin, no variety. Minimal staff, ice not readily available.
Only pro-room was clean and bed was comfortable. Place is like a ghost town, front desk always vacant with lights off.very dark, poor lighting on stairs. There is no customer service, no information about what place has to offer. Restaurant-No chicken entree available at restaurant, no tap beer, only decaf tea at breakfast, toaster over was very dirty. No fruit, yogurt, only plain bagel and english muffin, no variety. Minimal staff, ice not readily available.
10
MATTHEW
29 Aug 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Very peaceful, clean, and friendly place. Great food also.
Very peaceful, clean, and friendly place. Great food also.
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Rooms
Rooms are generally cozy and comfortable, with many guests noting quiet stays.
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marion
20 Jul 2022
·
Stayed 2 nights
Lovely rooms
Lovely rooms
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Dave
29 Sept 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Stay was off season, mid week. Quiet, Dove room was nice and cozy. Bed comfortable and warm. Breakfast offered in the am, staff friendly and helpful. Yeah nice…
Stay was off season, mid week. Quiet, Dove room was nice and cozy. Bed comfortable and warm. Breakfast offered in the am, staff friendly and helpful. Yeah nice…
6
Joelle
5 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff was very nice. Bed was comfortable. room was clean. 3 floors, no elevator with steep steps between 2nd and 3rd floors. Not good for heavy luggage. No extra toilet paper (just the roll on the holder) or soap 1 bar for 2 pedestal sinks. Rather drab and dated.
Staff was very nice. Bed was comfortable. room was clean. 3 floors, no elevator with steep steps between 2nd and 3rd floors. Not good for heavy luggage. No extra toilet paper (just the roll on the holder) or soap 1 bar for 2 pedestal sinks. Rather drab and dated.
10
Jaime
1 Mar 2022
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Stayed 3 nights
The place was amazing! Very convenient for going to the Gore Mountain and super comfortable. I went to their snowshoe trails and had great time. The food is delicious - specially the home made ketchup!!
The place was amazing! Very convenient for going to the Gore Mountain and super comfortable. I went to their snowshoe trails and had great time. The food is delicious - specially the home made ketchup!!
4
J Daniel
28 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The property is in the middle of nowhere. Not convenient to anything close like restaurants or shopping. They were very short staffed. Little things, like the tv not working, breakfast starting 20 minutes late, restaurant out of chicken dishes, food (except the brownie sundae) was ok at best. Would not stay there again. Very expensive for a marginal experience. And don’t let Friends Lake Inn make you think it is on the water. You can just barely see a lake from second story.
The property is in the middle of nowhere. Not convenient to anything close like restaurants or shopping. They were very short staffed. Little things, like the tv not working, breakfast starting 20 minutes late, restaurant out of chicken dishes, food (except the brownie sundae) was ok at best. Would not stay there again. Very expensive for a marginal experience. And don’t let Friends Lake Inn make you think it is on the water. You can just barely see a lake from second story.
10
Susan
10 Apr 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Quiet, comfortable bed, very clean. Decorated nicely, very cozy feeling. Nice continental breakfast in bright cheery sunroom. Great hiking nearby. Staff responsive to questions and had good recommendations for dining and hiking. Very responsive via text prior to stay even had hiking trail directions printed out for us prior to our arrival. Overall very enjoyable stay. Everything was perfect!
Quiet, comfortable bed, very clean. Decorated nicely, very cozy feeling. Nice continental breakfast in bright cheery sunroom. Great hiking nearby. Staff responsive to questions and had good recommendations for dining and hiking. Very responsive via text prior to stay even had hiking trail directions printed out for us prior to our arrival. Overall very enjoyable stay. Everything was perfect!
8
John
30 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Quiet lodging and friendly staff
Quiet lodging and friendly staff
6
Keri A.
31 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This hotel is beautiful, old style Adirondacks with cute rooms and great dining. While it is charming, the bed at least in the room I had was a springboard type of mattress you’d find at a koa camp. For the price to stay there I was shocked with it being one of the most uncomfortable sleeps I’ve gotten at any hotel and I travel a lot. Beds are an important piece to me. Aside from the super uncomfortable bed, the place was really nice. They didn’t skip on any Adirondack decor, the food for dinner and breakfast were superb and the people working there from the front desk, wait staff, and bar tender were top notch excellent. The bathroom and items they supplied were phenomenal as well. But truthfully as ideal of a cozy all Adirondack charming place as this is, I won’t return unless they upgrade their mattresses. If they do then I’d be back in a heartbeat!
This hotel is beautiful, old style Adirondacks with cute rooms and great dining. While it is charming, the bed at least in the room I had was a springboard type of mattress you’d find at a koa camp. For the price to stay there I was shocked with it being one of the most uncomfortable sleeps I’ve gotten at any hotel and I travel a lot. Beds are an important piece to me. Aside from the super uncomfortable bed, the place was really nice. They didn’t skip on any Adirondack decor, the food for dinner and breakfast were superb and the people working there from the front desk, wait staff, and bar tender were top notch excellent. The bathroom and items they supplied were phenomenal as well. But truthfully as ideal of a cozy all Adirondack charming place as this is, I won’t return unless they upgrade their mattresses. If they do then I’d be back in a heartbeat!
4
JOYCE
8 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Only pro-room was clean and bed was comfortable. Place is like a ghost town, front desk always vacant with lights off.very dark, poor lighting on stairs. There is no customer service, no information about what place has to offer. Restaurant-No chicken entree available at restaurant, no tap beer, only decaf tea at breakfast, toaster over was very dirty. No fruit, yogurt, only plain bagel and english muffin, no variety. Minimal staff, ice not readily available.
Only pro-room was clean and bed was comfortable. Place is like a ghost town, front desk always vacant with lights off.very dark, poor lighting on stairs. There is no customer service, no information about what place has to offer. Restaurant-No chicken entree available at restaurant, no tap beer, only decaf tea at breakfast, toaster over was very dirty. No fruit, yogurt, only plain bagel and english muffin, no variety. Minimal staff, ice not readily available.
10
Andrew
3 Nov 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great room, very nice staff. Nice weekend getaway.
Great room, very nice staff. Nice weekend getaway.
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Service
Staff are frequently described as friendly and accommodating, but multiple reviews report unattended front desks, short staffing, and poor communication about closures or changes.
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Erin
25 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Friendly staff, room was clean, well maintained. Ate at the restaurant, food was great.
Friendly staff, room was clean, well maintained. Ate at the restaurant, food was great.
10
Jude
23 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We visited the Inn hotel to celebrate my husband’s birthday and take a much-needed break from my role as a caregiver for my mother. The weekend turned out to be exactly what we needed—it gave us the chance to unplug, recharge, and truly rest. The staff were friendly, accommodating, and just lovely throughout our stay. The level of service we received far exceeded what you’d typically expect from a chain hotel. We were very pleased with every aspect of our experience and are so grateful for the care and attention that made our time there feel so special.
We visited the Inn hotel to celebrate my husband’s birthday and take a much-needed break from my role as a caregiver for my mother. The weekend turned out to be exactly what we needed—it gave us the chance to unplug, recharge, and truly rest. The staff were friendly, accommodating, and just lovely throughout our stay. The level of service we received far exceeded what you’d typically expect from a chain hotel. We were very pleased with every aspect of our experience and are so grateful for the care and attention that made our time there feel so special.
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Vera
3 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We stayed at Friends Lake Inn hoping for a relaxing getaway, but this visit was very disappointing. Upon arrival, the hotel was completely empty — no staff at the front desk, no note or key left for us, and no response to calls or texts. After waiting, we had no choice but to find and check ourselves into an unoccupied room. Additionally, none of the usual amenities were available: the restaurant and bar were not operating. The next morning, a staff member admitted they had “forgotten” to leave a note, but no compensation or effort to make things right was offered. For a hotel charging this rate, this level of service is unacceptable. What was supposed to be a relaxing getaway turned into a stressful experience.
We stayed at Friends Lake Inn hoping for a relaxing getaway, but this visit was very disappointing. Upon arrival, the hotel was completely empty — no staff at the front desk, no note or key left for us, and no response to calls or texts. After waiting, we had no choice but to find and check ourselves into an unoccupied room. Additionally, none of the usual amenities were available: the restaurant and bar were not operating. The next morning, a staff member admitted they had “forgotten” to leave a note, but no compensation or effort to make things right was offered. For a hotel charging this rate, this level of service is unacceptable. What was supposed to be a relaxing getaway turned into a stressful experience.
4
Sung-Hee
19 Apr 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
I only saw staff on the day I arrived and the day I left. There was no staff around while I was there. They didn’t tell me that there wasn’t any staff available or that there would only be “continental breakfast”. I was depending on the restaurant being open during my stay but I learned that the restaurant was closed when I went down to try and get some dinner. I had wanted to cut my stay there short but no one was there. When I told the front desk of my disappointment, all she said was “I’m sorry” and didn’t really try to make amends. This place had wonderful memories for me. I returned to this inn after a very long
I only saw staff on the day I arrived and the day I left. There was no staff around while I was there. They didn’t tell me that there wasn’t any staff available or that there would only be “continental breakfast”. I was depending on the restaurant being open during my stay but I learned that the restaurant was closed when I went down to try and get some dinner. I had wanted to cut my stay there short but no one was there. When I told the front desk of my disappointment, all she said was “I’m sorry” and didn’t really try to make amends. This place had wonderful memories for me. I returned to this inn after a very long
4
J Daniel
28 Jul 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
The property is in the middle of nowhere. Not convenient to anything close like restaurants or shopping. They were very short staffed. Little things, like the tv not working, breakfast starting 20 minutes late, restaurant out of chicken dishes, food (except the brownie sundae) was ok at best. Would not stay there again. Very expensive for a marginal experience. And don’t let Friends Lake Inn make you think it is on the water. You can just barely see a lake from second story.
The property is in the middle of nowhere. Not convenient to anything close like restaurants or shopping. They were very short staffed. Little things, like the tv not working, breakfast starting 20 minutes late, restaurant out of chicken dishes, food (except the brownie sundae) was ok at best. Would not stay there again. Very expensive for a marginal experience. And don’t let Friends Lake Inn make you think it is on the water. You can just barely see a lake from second story.
10
John
17 Sept 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
The inn’s waitstaff, Allison and Kim, were amazing! They were so welcoming and treated us more like a treasured friend than a customer.
The inn’s waitstaff, Allison and Kim, were amazing! They were so welcoming and treated us more like a treasured friend than a customer.
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Susan
10 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Quiet, comfortable bed, very clean. Decorated nicely, very cozy feeling. Nice continental breakfast in bright cheery sunroom. Great hiking nearby. Staff responsive to questions and had good recommendations for dining and hiking. Very responsive via text prior to stay even had hiking trail directions printed out for us prior to our arrival. Overall very enjoyable stay. Everything was perfect!
Quiet, comfortable bed, very clean. Decorated nicely, very cozy feeling. Nice continental breakfast in bright cheery sunroom. Great hiking nearby. Staff responsive to questions and had good recommendations for dining and hiking. Very responsive via text prior to stay even had hiking trail directions printed out for us prior to our arrival. Overall very enjoyable stay. Everything was perfect!
10
Linda
7 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff was great. The inn is unique. Perfect!
Staff was great. The inn is unique. Perfect!
4
JOYCE
8 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Only pro-room was clean and bed was comfortable. Place is like a ghost town, front desk always vacant with lights off.very dark, poor lighting on stairs. There is no customer service, no information about what place has to offer. Restaurant-No chicken entree available at restaurant, no tap beer, only decaf tea at breakfast, toaster over was very dirty. No fruit, yogurt, only plain bagel and english muffin, no variety. Minimal staff, ice not readily available.
Only pro-room was clean and bed was comfortable. Place is like a ghost town, front desk always vacant with lights off.very dark, poor lighting on stairs. There is no customer service, no information about what place has to offer. Restaurant-No chicken entree available at restaurant, no tap beer, only decaf tea at breakfast, toaster over was very dirty. No fruit, yogurt, only plain bagel and english muffin, no variety. Minimal staff, ice not readily available.
10
Scott
5 Sept 2022
·
Stayed 3 nights
Staff was very helpful and friendly
Staff was very helpful and friendly
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Location
Guests highlight a quiet, scenic setting with access to nearby hiking and outdoor activities.
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Lisa
29 Jun 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
The property was beautiful, clean, and very comfortable. We enjoyed the grounds and the delicious breakfast each morning. The staff was amazing…friendly and very helpful!
The property was beautiful, clean, and very comfortable. We enjoyed the grounds and the delicious breakfast each morning. The staff was amazing…friendly and very helpful!
8
Dave
29 Sept 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Stay was off season, mid week. Quiet, Dove room was nice and cozy. Bed comfortable and warm. Breakfast offered in the am, staff friendly and helpful. Yeah nice…
Stay was off season, mid week. Quiet, Dove room was nice and cozy. Bed comfortable and warm. Breakfast offered in the am, staff friendly and helpful. Yeah nice…
10
Jaime
1 Mar 2022
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Stayed 3 nights
The place was amazing! Very convenient for going to the Gore Mountain and super comfortable. I went to their snowshoe trails and had great time. The food is delicious - specially the home made ketchup!!
The place was amazing! Very convenient for going to the Gore Mountain and super comfortable. I went to their snowshoe trails and had great time. The food is delicious - specially the home made ketchup!!
10
Nancy
17 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful setting. Very clean. Charming building. Friendly staff. Breakfast included.
Beautiful setting. Very clean. Charming building. Friendly staff. Breakfast included.
4
J Daniel
28 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The property is in the middle of nowhere. Not convenient to anything close like restaurants or shopping. They were very short staffed. Little things, like the tv not working, breakfast starting 20 minutes late, restaurant out of chicken dishes, food (except the brownie sundae) was ok at best. Would not stay there again. Very expensive for a marginal experience. And don’t let Friends Lake Inn make you think it is on the water. You can just barely see a lake from second story.
The property is in the middle of nowhere. Not convenient to anything close like restaurants or shopping. They were very short staffed. Little things, like the tv not working, breakfast starting 20 minutes late, restaurant out of chicken dishes, food (except the brownie sundae) was ok at best. Would not stay there again. Very expensive for a marginal experience. And don’t let Friends Lake Inn make you think it is on the water. You can just barely see a lake from second story.
10
Susan
10 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Quiet, comfortable bed, very clean. Decorated nicely, very cozy feeling. Nice continental breakfast in bright cheery sunroom. Great hiking nearby. Staff responsive to questions and had good recommendations for dining and hiking. Very responsive via text prior to stay even had hiking trail directions printed out for us prior to our arrival. Overall very enjoyable stay. Everything was perfect!
Quiet, comfortable bed, very clean. Decorated nicely, very cozy feeling. Nice continental breakfast in bright cheery sunroom. Great hiking nearby. Staff responsive to questions and had good recommendations for dining and hiking. Very responsive via text prior to stay even had hiking trail directions printed out for us prior to our arrival. Overall very enjoyable stay. Everything was perfect!
8
John
30 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Quiet lodging and friendly staff
Quiet lodging and friendly staff
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William
3 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very nice location. Would have enjoyed more activity like hiking or a pool or something on site. But it met our requirements for a beautiful place to stay with good food
Very nice location. Would have enjoyed more activity like hiking or a pool or something on site. But it met our requirements for a beautiful place to stay with good food
10
John
22 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Location
Location
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MATTHEW
29 Aug 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Very peaceful, clean, and friendly place. Great food also.
Very peaceful, clean, and friendly place. Great food also.
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Dining
Restaurant food earns frequent praise, with several reviews highlighting tasty dinners and enjoyable breakfasts. However, guests also report inconsistency: limited or continental-only breakfasts, late starts, out-of-stock items, and occasional restaurant or bar closures.
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Lisa
29 Jun 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
The property was beautiful, clean, and very comfortable. We enjoyed the grounds and the delicious breakfast each morning. The staff was amazing…friendly and very helpful!
The property was beautiful, clean, and very comfortable. We enjoyed the grounds and the delicious breakfast each morning. The staff was amazing…friendly and very helpful!
10
Erin
25 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Friendly staff, room was clean, well maintained. Ate at the restaurant, food was great.
Friendly staff, room was clean, well maintained. Ate at the restaurant, food was great.
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Vera
3 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We stayed at Friends Lake Inn hoping for a relaxing getaway, but this visit was very disappointing. Upon arrival, the hotel was completely empty — no staff at the front desk, no note or key left for us, and no response to calls or texts. After waiting, we had no choice but to find and check ourselves into an unoccupied room. Additionally, none of the usual amenities were available: the restaurant and bar were not operating. The next morning, a staff member admitted they had “forgotten” to leave a note, but no compensation or effort to make things right was offered. For a hotel charging this rate, this level of service is unacceptable. What was supposed to be a relaxing getaway turned into a stressful experience.
We stayed at Friends Lake Inn hoping for a relaxing getaway, but this visit was very disappointing. Upon arrival, the hotel was completely empty — no staff at the front desk, no note or key left for us, and no response to calls or texts. After waiting, we had no choice but to find and check ourselves into an unoccupied room. Additionally, none of the usual amenities were available: the restaurant and bar were not operating. The next morning, a staff member admitted they had “forgotten” to leave a note, but no compensation or effort to make things right was offered. For a hotel charging this rate, this level of service is unacceptable. What was supposed to be a relaxing getaway turned into a stressful experience.
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Michele
16 Apr 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Top notch in every respect! I was treated like a queen and fed like a king!
Top notch in every respect! I was treated like a queen and fed like a king!
6
Denise
6 Feb 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The food was made to order and very good prices were fair. The cost to stay there is overpriced.
The food was made to order and very good prices were fair. The cost to stay there is overpriced.
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J Daniel
28 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The property is in the middle of nowhere. Not convenient to anything close like restaurants or shopping. They were very short staffed. Little things, like the tv not working, breakfast starting 20 minutes late, restaurant out of chicken dishes, food (except the brownie sundae) was ok at best. Would not stay there again. Very expensive for a marginal experience. And don’t let Friends Lake Inn make you think it is on the water. You can just barely see a lake from second story.
The property is in the middle of nowhere. Not convenient to anything close like restaurants or shopping. They were very short staffed. Little things, like the tv not working, breakfast starting 20 minutes late, restaurant out of chicken dishes, food (except the brownie sundae) was ok at best. Would not stay there again. Very expensive for a marginal experience. And don’t let Friends Lake Inn make you think it is on the water. You can just barely see a lake from second story.
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Keri A.
31 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This hotel is beautiful, old style Adirondacks with cute rooms and great dining. While it is charming, the bed at least in the room I had was a springboard type of mattress you’d find at a koa camp. For the price to stay there I was shocked with it being one of the most uncomfortable sleeps I’ve gotten at any hotel and I travel a lot. Beds are an important piece to me. Aside from the super uncomfortable bed, the place was really nice. They didn’t skip on any Adirondack decor, the food for dinner and breakfast were superb and the people working there from the front desk, wait staff, and bar tender were top notch excellent. The bathroom and items they supplied were phenomenal as well. But truthfully as ideal of a cozy all Adirondack charming place as this is, I won’t return unless they upgrade their mattresses. If they do then I’d be back in a heartbeat!
This hotel is beautiful, old style Adirondacks with cute rooms and great dining. While it is charming, the bed at least in the room I had was a springboard type of mattress you’d find at a koa camp. For the price to stay there I was shocked with it being one of the most uncomfortable sleeps I’ve gotten at any hotel and I travel a lot. Beds are an important piece to me. Aside from the super uncomfortable bed, the place was really nice. They didn’t skip on any Adirondack decor, the food for dinner and breakfast were superb and the people working there from the front desk, wait staff, and bar tender were top notch excellent. The bathroom and items they supplied were phenomenal as well. But truthfully as ideal of a cozy all Adirondack charming place as this is, I won’t return unless they upgrade their mattresses. If they do then I’d be back in a heartbeat!
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JOYCE
8 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Only pro-room was clean and bed was comfortable. Place is like a ghost town, front desk always vacant with lights off.very dark, poor lighting on stairs. There is no customer service, no information about what place has to offer. Restaurant-No chicken entree available at restaurant, no tap beer, only decaf tea at breakfast, toaster over was very dirty. No fruit, yogurt, only plain bagel and english muffin, no variety. Minimal staff, ice not readily available.
Only pro-room was clean and bed was comfortable. Place is like a ghost town, front desk always vacant with lights off.very dark, poor lighting on stairs. There is no customer service, no information about what place has to offer. Restaurant-No chicken entree available at restaurant, no tap beer, only decaf tea at breakfast, toaster over was very dirty. No fruit, yogurt, only plain bagel and english muffin, no variety. Minimal staff, ice not readily available.
10
MATTHEW
29 Aug 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Very peaceful, clean, and friendly place. Great food also.
Very peaceful, clean, and friendly place. Great food also.
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Shawn
31 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Breakfast was supposed to be included. They changed without telling us in advance that it was Continental this week.
Breakfast was supposed to be included. They changed without telling us in advance that it was Continental this week.
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Jill
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was lovely and very clean. The only complaint we had was that our room was directly over a dining room, and we were awakened early both mornings by tables being dragged across the floor below us while staff were rearranging them.
The room was lovely and very clean. The only complaint we had was that our room was directly over a dining room, and we were awakened early both mornings by tables being dragged across the floor below us while staff were rearranging them.
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Edward
20 Aug 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
The staff was amazing and the restaurant was fantastic the little bit we got to try it. Unfortunately, the restaurant was closed two of the three days we were there however the nightly price increased each day. The grounds are in need of some TLC however the room was clean and comfortable. I think the nightly rate needs some adjusting.
The staff was amazing and the restaurant was fantastic the little bit we got to try it. Unfortunately, the restaurant was closed two of the three days we were there however the nightly price increased each day. The grounds are in need of some TLC however the room was clean and comfortable. I think the nightly rate needs some adjusting.
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Gregg
24 Jul 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Place is great, rooms .staff, and food, only dislike which is on me, I assumed it was on the lake, lol not even close, but great place
Place is great, rooms .staff, and food, only dislike which is on me, I assumed it was on the lake, lol not even close, but great place
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Theresa
21 Jul 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Betsy was so warm and friendly at check in!
Betsy was so warm and friendly at check in!
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Colleen
15 Jun 2026
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Stayed 1 night
This is a very inviting and friendly Inn . The two restaurants on the property are very good with a very attentive staff. I would recommend this to anyone visiting the Adirondacks.
This is a very inviting and friendly Inn . The two restaurants on the property are very good with a very attentive staff. I would recommend this to anyone visiting the Adirondacks.
FAQs about Friends Lake Inn
Is parking available at the property?
Free self-parking is available on-site for guests.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 16:00 to 23:59, and check-out is at 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, and arrangements should be made at least 72 hours prior to arrival.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property is not wheelchair accessible, but it does have handrails in stairways.
What is the hotel's location in relation to nearby attractions?
The hotel is located near ski lifts, just a 4-minute walk from Friends Lake and a 4-minute drive from Loon Lake Beach. It is approximately 18.5 miles from Lake George and 16.4 miles from Gore Mountain Ski Resort.
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Prices in USD for 2 guests, updated daily.
- 2026-09-19: NO DATA
- 2026-09-20: 103.0253211517334USD
- 2026-09-21: 113.35474841537474USD
- 2026-09-22: 113.35474841537474USD
- 2026-09-23: 128.09998072128295USD
- 2026-09-24: 135.71738563842771USD
- 2026-09-25: 258.21202682189937USD
- 2026-09-26: 282.89257744445797USD
- 2026-09-27: 142.52955629119873USD
- 2026-09-28: 139.1363361465454USD
- 2026-09-29: 135.73596965179442USD
- 2026-09-30: 140.8365106361389USD
- 2026-10-01: 170.52540031433105USD
- 2026-10-02: 312.0334313995361USD
- 2026-10-03: 329.95675769348145USD
- 2026-10-04: 172.22558356170654USD
- 2026-10-05: 167.929698828125USD
- 2026-10-06: 138.29338211517333USD
- 2026-10-07: 169.6753174484253USD
- 2026-10-08: 178.1619409851074USD
- 2026-10-09: 316.7482008453369USD
- 2026-10-10: NO DATA
- 2026-10-11: 240.94723318634033USD
- 2026-10-12: 165.4391432723999USD
- 2026-10-13: 161.1958402618408USD
- 2026-10-14: 167.98228055114745USD
- 2026-10-15: 174.5044109802246USD
- 2026-10-16: 333.73574061889644USD
- 2026-10-17: 346.9157470977783USD
- 2026-10-18: 157.79547376708985USD
- 2026-10-19: 150.17322579650877USD
- 2026-10-20: 155.25948283843994USD
- 2026-10-21: 151.0447477127075USD
- 2026-10-22: 159.6400027770996USD
- 2026-10-23: 227.19576391754148USD
- 2026-10-24: 261.13511171417235USD
- 2026-10-25: 165.4534359725952USD
- 2026-10-26: 152.84998931274413USD
- 2026-10-27: 148.60999674377442USD
- 2026-10-28: 148.60999674377442USD
- 2026-10-29: 151.01617982788085USD
- 2026-10-30: 203.6218115951538USD
- 2026-10-31: 209.28669529266355USD
- 2026-11-01: 145.20999807586668USD
- 2026-11-02: 144.35999402999877USD
- 2026-11-03: 144.35999402999877USD
- 2026-11-04: 143.50999874191282USD
- 2026-11-05: 149.31599658050536USD
- 2026-11-06: 219.65209076690672USD
- 2026-11-07: 230.0317789413452USD
- 2026-11-08: 145.2087544708252USD
- 2026-11-09: 140.95999536209106USD
- 2026-11-10: 140.95999536209106USD
- 2026-11-11: 143.50999874191282USD
- 2026-11-12: 145.9299140281677USD
- 2026-11-13: 232.86066513061522USD
- 2026-11-14: 192.32059456939695USD
- 2026-11-15: 145.20999807586668USD
- 2026-11-16: 140.95999536209106USD
- 2026-11-17: 140.95999536209106USD
- 2026-11-18: 140.95999536209106USD
- 2026-11-19: 151.99999402465818USD
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
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 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
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- Cashless transactions are available
- Long-term renters welcome
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
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