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3-star hotels in Saranac Lake
A shortlist of the 3-star hotels and cabins in Saranac Lake, United States, with guest ratings from 4.0 to 4.4. It is for couples, families and pet owners who want an Adirondack base with lake or waterfront access.
Staying in Saranac Lake
Saranac Lake is an Adirondack village set among lakes and wooded shoreline, the kind of place visitors come to for paddling, fishing, skiing and quiet time by the water. The properties on this shortlist sit around the village and along its lake roads, so you are never far from the water or the centre.
The hotels here divide into three broad groups. Ampersand Bay Resort, Voco Saranac Lake Waterfront and Gauthier's Saranac Lake Inn are the larger resort-style addresses, with pools, restaurants and beaches on site. Best Western Saranac Lake and Franklin Manor Bed & Breakfast are smaller, traditional places with a handful of extras. The cabins and studio on Breezy Acre Way, Woodland Lane, Harbor Hill Ln, Old Lake Colby Rd and Will Rogers Drive give self-catering space with kitchens, best for families and longer stays. Couples tend to pick the bed and breakfasts, families the cabins, and business travellers the hotels with 24-hour desks.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Ampersand Bay Resort
31 Bayside Dr, Saranac Lake, United States
Best for: Drivers · Business trips
- Car parking
- Gymnasium
- Beach Volleyball
Why stay hereAmpersand Bay Resort suits guests who want the water and the woods in one stay: it has its own private beach, plus canoes and a motor boat for getting out on the lake. In winter, skiing and ice skating keep the days full. A restaurant and bar mean you need not leave the grounds, and parking is free. Families will find basketball, beach volleyball and a picnic area useful, while a gymnasium and a meeting room cover workouts and work. Guests rate it 4.4 out of 5 across 107 reviews.
See Ampersand Bay ResortVoco Saranac Lake Waterfront An Ihg Hotel
Lake Flower Avenue 250, Saranac Lake, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Indoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereSet on Lake Flower Avenue, this hotel puts the water and an indoor pool under one roof, with a jacuzzi, fitness centre and aerobics for days when the weather does not cooperate. A restaurant, bar and lounge are all on site, and pets are welcome. Rooms come with air conditioning, a refrigerator and a TV, and wifi and parking are free. Couples and business travellers alike get express check-in, a 24-hour front desk and room service. It scores 4.1 out of 5 from 314 reviews.
See Voco Saranac Lake Waterfront An Ihg HotelGauthier's Saranac Lake Inn
488 Lake Flower Avenue, Saranac Lake, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Swimming pool
- Coach parking
Why stay hereGauthier's Saranac Lake Inn appeals to active guests: there is a swimming pool, tennis and basketball courts, and canoes and a motor boat for the water. Bicycles can be hired on site, and skiing and ice skating are close by in season. Families get a playground and a garden with a terrace for slower afternoons. Luggage storage and a shuttle service ease arrival and departure. It holds a 4.1 out of 5 rating from 234 reviews.
See Gauthier's Saranac Lake InnBest Western Saranac Lake
487 Lake Flower Avenue, Saranac Lake, United States
Best for: Travelling with pets
- Lounge
- Pets allowed
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereWith 660 reviews and a 4.0 out of 5 rating, the Best Western Saranac Lake is the best-reviewed of the group and suits guests who want a full-service stay: a restaurant, bar and lounge, room service and a lift to the upper floors. Rooms include a microwave, mini fridge, coffee, hairdryer and iron, and pets are allowed. Canoes and bicycle hire are available, and a tennis court and golf course keep sporty guests busy. Laundry service, babysitting and a safe add convenience.
See Best Western Saranac LakeKiwassa Lake Bed & Breakfast
1150 Kiwassa Lake Rd, Saranac Lake, United States
Best for: Drivers · Step-free access
- Free car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereKiwassa Lake Bed & Breakfast is for guests who want a quiet lakeside base with a library and a terrace for reading and watching the water. Canoes, a motor boat and fishing gear suit the lake, while bicycle hire, horse riding, hunting and skiing cover the surrounding countryside. Wifi and parking are free, and laundry service and wheelchair access are provided. Breakfast is served in a bed and breakfast setting, so the pace stays personal rather than busy.
See Kiwassa Lake Bed & BreakfastSaranac Lake Cabin with Deck Pets Welcome
189 Breezy Acre Way, Saranac Lake, United States
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereThis cabin on Breezy Acre Way is a self-contained base for guests travelling with pets and preferring to cook their own meals: there is a kitchen with an oven, microwave and refrigerator, plus a TV and free wifi. Laundry service, towels, toiletries and a shower are provided, and the unit is non-smoking. Parking is available on site. It suits couples or small groups who want a private cabin rather than a hotel, with the lake country on the doorstep.
See Saranac Lake Cabin with Deck Pets WelcomeSaranac Lake Cabin with Beach Access
47 Woodland Lane, Saranac Lake, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Spa
- Parking
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereSaranac Lake Cabin with Beach Access gives guests a private beach and a canoe, so the water is the main draw, with a tennis court and spa for the rest of the day. Inside, a kitchen with an oven, microwave, toaster and refrigerator makes self-catering easy, and there is a fireplace for cool evenings. Pets are welcome, wifi is free, and towels, toiletries and a hairdryer are supplied. It fits families or friends wanting space and beach access together.
See Saranac Lake Cabin with Beach AccessPet friendly Adirondack Cabin w On site Lake
6 Harbor Hill Ln, Saranac Lake, United States
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Beach nearby
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereThis pet-friendly Adirondack cabin on Harbor Hill Lane is the simplest option here: free wifi and free car parking are the listed facilities, with a beach nearby. It suits guests who want an on-site lake setting and a private cabin with their dog, and who plan to spend their time outdoors rather than in shared hotel spaces. The location in Saranac Lake keeps the village and the surrounding water within easy reach by car.
See Pet friendly Adirondack Cabin w On site LakeFranklin Manor Bed & Breakfast
Franklin Avenue 8, Saranac Lake, United States
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereFranklin Manor Bed & Breakfast suits guests who want a small, quiet house with a lake setting: there is a patio, a kitchen with a microwave and refrigerator, and rooms with bathrobes, a hairdryer and carpeted floors. Coffee and a dedicated non-smoking environment complete the stay. It is aimed at couples and solo travellers, not groups.
See Franklin Manor Bed & BreakfastPet Friendly Saranac Lake Retreat with Deck and Yard
62 Old Lake Colby Rd, Saranac Lake, United States
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereThis retreat on Old Lake Colby Rd is built for longer, self-catered stays: a full kitchen with a dishwasher, oven, microwave and toaster, a washing machine, and a balcony and yard for outdoor time. Pets are allowed, wifi is free, and cots and high chairs are available for families with young children. Air conditioning, a TV, a DVD player and an iron and board are provided, and parking is included. It suits families or groups who want space and privacy.
See Pet Friendly Saranac Lake Retreat with Deck and YardSaranac Lake Studio Apartment
77 Will Rogers Drive #7, Saranac Lake, United States
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereSaranac Lake Studio Apartment is a practical base for guests who want their own kitchen, a washing machine and air conditioning rather than hotel services. Wifi and car parking are free, and there is a garden and picnic area for sitting outside. It is non-smoking throughout, with a TV and a private bathroom. The studio format suits couples or solo travellers staying a few nights, and the village and lakes are within reach from Will Rogers Drive.
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The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Pool or spa | Pets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ampersand Bay Resort | ★★★ | Yes | – | – |
| Voco Saranac Lake Waterfront An Ihg Hotel | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Gauthier's Saranac Lake Inn | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | – |
| Best Western Saranac Lake | ★★★ | – | – | Yes |
| Kiwassa Lake Bed & Breakfast | ★★★ | Yes | – | – |
| Saranac Lake Cabin with Deck Pets Welcome | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes |
| Saranac Lake Cabin with Beach Access | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Pet friendly Adirondack Cabin w On site Lake | ★★★ | Yes | – | – |
| Franklin Manor Bed & Breakfast | ★★★ | Yes | – | – |
| Pet Friendly Saranac Lake Retreat with Deck and Yard | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes |
| Saranac Lake Studio Apartment | ★★★ | Yes | – | – |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
Ampersand Bay Resort has a private beach, basketball and volleyball courts and a playground nearby, so children have things to do without leaving. Gauthier's Saranac Lake Inn adds a playground, tennis court and swimming pool. The Pet Friendly Saranac Lake Retreat with Deck and Yard has a full kitchen, washing machine and high chairs for longer family stays.
Ampersand Bay Resort · Gauthier's Saranac Lake Inn · Pet Friendly Saranac Lake Retreat with Deck and Yard
For pets
Saranac Lake Cabin with Deck Pets Welcome, Voco Saranac Lake Waterfront An Ihg Hotel and Saranac Lake Cabin with Beach Access all accept pets.
Saranac Lake Cabin with Deck Pets Welcome · Voco Saranac Lake Waterfront An Ihg Hotel · Saranac Lake Cabin with Beach Access
For couples
Kiwassa Lake Bed & Breakfast offers canoes, a library and a terrace by the water, a quiet choice on Kiwassa Lake Rd.
Franklin Manor Bed & Breakfast · Kiwassa Lake Bed & Breakfast
Top rated
Ampersand Bay Resort is the highest rated on the list at 4.4 out of 5 from 107 reviews, with its own beach and boat facilities. Voco Saranac Lake Waterfront and Gauthier's Saranac Lake Inn both score 4.1, the first from 314 reviews, the second from 234, making them the best-reviewed of the larger hotels.
Ampersand Bay Resort · Voco Saranac Lake Waterfront An Ihg Hotel · Gauthier's Saranac Lake Inn
Where to stay in Saranac Lake
Lake Flower Avenue
Three of the shortlist sit on Lake Flower Avenue: Voco Saranac Lake Waterfront An Ihg Hotel, Gauthier's Saranac Lake Inn and Best Western Saranac Lake. This is the village's lakefront strip, handy if you want to be near the water and the centre at the same time, and all three have parking and lake or pool facilities on site.
Our picks here: Voco Saranac Lake Waterfront An Ihg Hotel · Gauthier's Saranac Lake Inn · Best Western Saranac Lake
Kiwassa Lake Rd
Kiwassa Lake Bed & Breakfast stands on Kiwassa Lake Rd, away from the village on its own lake. It suits travellers who want canoes, fishing and a library rather than a lobby, and it offers free parking and free wifi for those driving in.
Our picks here: Kiwassa Lake Bed & Breakfast
Questions, answered
Which hotel is closest to the centre of Saranac Lake?
Franklin Manor Bed & Breakfast at Franklin Avenue 8 is the village-centre address on this list, within walking distance of the main streets. The Lake Flower Avenue hotels are the next closest, while the cabins on Kiwassa Lake Rd, Woodland Lane, Breezy Acre Way, Harbor Hill Ln and Old Lake Colby Rd are further out.
Which of these hotels allow pets?
Voco Saranac Lake Waterfront An Ihg Hotel, Best Western Saranac Lake, Saranac Lake Cabin with Deck Pets Welcome, Saranac Lake Cabin with Beach Access, Pet friendly Adirondack Cabin w On site Lake and Pet Friendly Saranac Lake Retreat with Deck and Yard all accept pets.
Do any of these hotels have a pool?
Voco Saranac Lake Waterfront An Ihg Hotel has an indoor pool and a jacuzzi. Gauthier's Saranac Lake Inn also lists a swimming pool. The other properties on the shortlist do not have pools; several of the cabins instead offer beach or lake access.
Which hotels have free parking?
Free car parking is listed at Voco Saranac Lake Waterfront An Ihg Hotel, Ampersand Bay Resort, Kiwassa Lake Bed & Breakfast, Franklin Manor Bed & Breakfast, Pet friendly Adirondack Cabin w On site Lake and Saranac Lake Studio Apartment. Gauthier's Saranac Lake Inn, Best Western Saranac Lake and the remaining cabins list parking as well.
Which hotel is best for families with children?
Ampersand Bay Resort scores 4.4 from 107 reviews and has a private beach, basketball and volleyball courts, a gymnasium and entertainment activities. Gauthier's Saranac Lake Inn adds a playground, tennis court and pool, and the Pet Friendly Saranac Lake Retreat has high chairs, a cot and a full kitchen.
Which hotels have a restaurant or bar?
Ampersand Bay Resort, Voco Saranac Lake Waterfront An Ihg Hotel and Best Western Saranac Lake all list restaurants, bars and room service. The bed and breakfasts and self-catering cabins instead provide kitchens or breakfast service rather than full restaurants.
Which is the top-rated hotel on this shortlist?
Ampersand Bay Resort has the highest guest rating at 4.4 out of 5, based on 107 reviews. Voco Saranac Lake Waterfront An Ihg Hotel and Gauthier's Saranac Lake Inn follow at 4.1, from 314 and 234 reviews respectively.
Do any of these properties have a spa or jacuzzi?
Voco Saranac Lake Waterfront An Ihg Hotel is the only one listing a jacuzzi, alongside its indoor pool and fitness centre. Saranac Lake Cabin with Beach Access lists a spa on site, together with a private beach and a tennis court.