High Peaks Resort
This full-service resort is one of the more elegant---and pricey--places to stay in the Adirondacks. Situated on the shores of Mirror Lake in Lake Placid, the property has a slew of on-site amenities, including three pools, a large fitness center, restaurants, lounge and a full-service spa. Contemporary rooms are in four buildings, some lakeside and some across the street, with updated baths (think European-style fixtures, walk-in showers, large showerheads, plush towels and stone tile floors) and small patios or balconies, some with views of Lake Mirror. Average room rate is about $270 a night.
High Peaks Resort
2384 Saranac Ave.
Lake Placid, NY 12846
(518) 523-4411
Blue Lagoon Resort
Location, location, location...you can't beat this one on the shores of Lake George in the Adirondacks. There are water views aplenty, a small beach and a picnic area with a BBQ grill that guests can use, a dock, and boats for rent. The owners are bend over backwards nice, eager to assist and help in any way. Rooms are old-fashioned and could use an update; there are also small cabins to rent. The friendly, down-home style of this property is best suited for families and travelers tired of cookie-cutter chain motel rooms and don't mind a clean but rustic room. In-season motel room rates are $115 to $135. Motel efficiencies are $135 to $145. Cottages are rented by the week.
Blue Lagoon Resort
3670 Lake Shore Drive
Lake George, NY 12824
(518) 668-4867
Heritage of Lake George
Family-owned and managed, this older, well-kept property sits across the street from Lake George, within walking distance to village shops and restaurants. It is the little things that make this hotel a winner, starting with super clean rooms and well-maintained, landscaped grounds, an outdoor pool and BBQ area, fire pit for evening marshmallow roastings and a friendly staff. All rooms have microwaves and mini refrigerators; there are also efficiencies with separate dining and living areas and full kitchens. In-season, summer room rates for standard motel rooms are $160.
Heritage of Lake George
419 Canada Street
Lake George, NY 12845-1115
(518) 668-3357
Article Written By Pamela Wright
Pamela Wright is a freelance writer, author of more than two dozen guidebooks, and hundreds of articles. Her work has appeared in a variety of publications, including "National Geographic Traveler," "Family Circle," "Family Fun," "Backpacker," "Hemispheres," "Cooking Light," "Yankee" and more. An active member of the Society of American Travel Writers, she holds a Bachelor's from Michigan State University
