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3-star hotels in Thornton
A shortlist of 3-star places to stay in Thornton, United States, chosen from the 17 properties the site lists. It suits couples, families and small groups who want a base in the White Mountains with a pool, a kitchen or a cottage to come back to.
Staying in Thornton
Thornton is a small White Mountains town, and this shortlist gathers every 3-star property the site lists there: 11 places in all, from roadside cottages and motels to townhomes and detached houses. They are scattered along the town's roads rather than clustered in one centre, so Us Route 3, Tecumseh Road, Snowood Dr, Treeline Road, Waterville Acres Rd, Amory Leland Dr, Northpointe Rd, Welch View Drive, Mill Brook Road, Notch Spur Road and Mill Brook Road all appear in the addresses.
The mix suits different trips. Couples and short-break guests tend to take the inn-style rooms and the smaller cottages, where breakfast, a bar or a pool is on site. Families and groups of friends fit the houses and townhomes with full kitchens, fireplaces, washing machines and separate bedrooms, and the ones with a games room, playground or arcade keep children busy. Business travellers have less choice here; the inn is the most conventional option, with lifts, a safe and copy facilities.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Gilcrest Cottages and Motels
2378 Us Route 3, Thornton, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereWith a guest rating of 4.8 from 86 reviews, Gilcrest Cottages and Motels is the best-reviewed 3-star option in Thornton. An outdoor pool and a picnic area make it easy to spend the day on site, and adjoining rooms suit families or friends travelling together. Free car parking and free wifi cover the practical side, and the cottages and motel units keep things simple for a White Mountains base.
See Gilcrest Cottages and MotelsThe Valley Inn an Ascend Collection Hotel
17 Tecumseh Road, Thornton, United States
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Pool bar
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereThe Valley Inn an Ascend Collection Hotel sits on Tecumseh Road and pairs a garden and terrace with a games room and tennis court, so there is plenty to do without leaving. Fishing, canoeing, horse back riding and skiing are all within its facility list, which suits active guests. Breakfast, a bar and family rooms round it out; 191 reviews give it a guest rating of 4.1.
See The Valley Inn an Ascend Collection HotelValley Escape
143 Snowood Dr, Thornton, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereValley Escape is the pick for travellers who want water and wellness in the same stay: an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, a sauna and a spa are all on offer. Skiing, fishing and tennis court facilities keep the days busy, and a pool bar plus wheelchair accessible access make it workable for a range of guests. Free car parking and free internet access in the lounge are included.
See Valley EscapeWhite Mountain Escape w Separate In law Suite
18 Treeline Road, Thornton, United States
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Beach nearby
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereWhite Mountain Escape w Separate In law Suite offers an arcade and a playground, which makes it a natural fit for families, and the separate in-law suite gives groups room to spread out. A beach is nearby for warm-weather days, while hunting is listed for those who come for the outdoors. Free wifi and free car parking are part of the package.
See White Mountain Escape w Separate In law SuiteUnique Thornton Townhome Swim Ski and Hike
53 Waterville Acres Rd 12, Thornton, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Parking
Why stay hereUnique Thornton Townhome Swim Ski and Hike lives up to its name with an outdoor pool and a swimming pool on site and skiing in the area. The kitchen, fireplace, dishwasher and washing machine give it the feel of a proper home base rather than a room, and the spa adds a treat after a day out. Free wifi and parking are included; non smoking rooms throughout.
See Unique Thornton Townhome Swim Ski and HikePet friendly Conway Cabin 5 to Campton Mountain
83 Amory Leland Dr, Thornton, United States
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay herePet friendly Conway Cabin 5 to Campton Mountain keeps things deliberately simple: free wifi, free car parking and a garden, and it welcomes pets. That combination suits travellers driving through the White Mountains with a dog who want a quiet cabin rather than a full-service hotel. Campton Mountain is the reference point in its name for planning days out.
See Pet friendly Conway Cabin 5 to Campton MountainHeart Of The Mountains
18 Northpointe Rd, Thornton, United States
Best for: Pool and spa
- Spa
- Kitchen
Why stay hereHeart Of The Mountains pairs a fireplace and full kitchen with a balcony and terrace, so evenings can be spent looking out rather than going out. A restaurant is on site, and fishing, golf and skiing appear among its facilities for guests who plan their days around the outdoors. The spa and laundry service add comfort for longer stays.
See Heart Of The MountainsWelch View 41
Welch View Drive, Thornton, United States
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereWelch View 41 is a kitchen-equipped rental on Welch View Drive, with a fireplace, dishwasher and washing machine doing the heavy lifting for a self-catering stay. Air conditioning and free wifi are provided, and free car parking removes any parking worry. It suits couples or small groups who prefer an apartment-style base in Thornton over a hotel room.
See Welch View 41Holly Lane 11 Thornton
Mill Brook Road, Thornton, United States
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereHolly Lane 11 Thornton allows pets and comes with air conditioning, a fireplace and a full kitchen including oven, dishwasher and microwave. There is a sofa bed for extra guests and an iron and board for longer trips. Free wifi and free car parking are included, making it a practical choice for a group or family settling in for several nights.
See Holly Lane 11 ThorntonScenic White Mountains Retreat 4 Bedroom Home
52 Northpointe Road, Thornton, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Pool bar
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereScenic White Mountains Retreat 4 Bedroom Home is built for groups, with 4 bedrooms, a kitchen, laundry service and a pool bar. Darts and a games-oriented setup indoors balance the golf, fishing and skiing listed outdoors, and pets are allowed. Air conditioning, a safe and free wifi with free car parking cover the essentials for a larger party.
See Scenic White Mountains Retreat 4 Bedroom HomePorch & 1 acre Yard: White Mountains Hideaway
29 Notch Spur Road, Thornton, United States
Best for: Drivers
- Parking
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
Why stay herePorch & 1 acre Yard: White Mountains Hideaway offers exactly what its name suggests, with a patio and a games room to go with the fireplace and full kitchen. The washing machine, dishwasher and oven make longer stays easy, and free wifi and parking are included. It suits families or friends who want space indoors and out rather than a hotel room.
See Porch & 1 acre Yard: White Mountains Hideaway
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Pool or spa | Pets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gilcrest Cottages and Motels | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | – |
| The Valley Inn an Ascend Collection Hotel | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | – |
| Valley Escape | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | – |
| White Mountain Escape w Separate In law Suite | ★★★ | Yes | – | – |
| Unique Thornton Townhome Swim Ski and Hike | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | – |
| Pet friendly Conway Cabin 5 to Campton Mountain | ★★★ | Yes | – | – |
| Heart Of The Mountains | ★★★ | – | Yes | – |
| Welch View 41 | ★★★ | Yes | – | – |
| Holly Lane 11 Thornton | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes |
| Scenic White Mountains Retreat 4 Bedroom Home | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Porch & 1 acre Yard: White Mountains Hideaway | ★★★ | Yes | – | – |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For couples
Gilcrest Cottages and Motels and The Valley Inn an Ascend Collection Hotel keep things simple, with a pool at the first and breakfast, bars and a garden at the second. Valley Escape is the spa pick, with sauna, spa, indoor and outdoor pools and a pool bar, all on a quiet road.
Gilcrest Cottages and Motels · The Valley Inn an Ascend Collection Hotel · Valley Escape
For families
The Valley Inn an Ascend Collection Hotel has family rooms, a games room, a playground-friendly picnic area and a pool bar. Unique Thornton Townhome Swim Ski and Hike and Scenic White Mountains Retreat 4 Bedroom Home give separate bedrooms, kitchens and washing machines, while Heart Of The Mountains adds a playground and a terrace.
The Valley Inn an Ascend Collection Hotel · Unique Thornton Townhome Swim Ski and Hike · Scenic White Mountains Retreat 4 Bedroom Home · Heart Of The Mountains
For groups
Welch View 41 and Holly Lane 11 Thornton are self-contained houses with kitchens and fireplaces, and Porch & 1 acre Yard: White Mountains Hideaway brings a games room and a patio.
White Mountain Escape w Separate In law Suite · Welch View 41 · Holly Lane 11 Thornton · Porch & 1 acre Yard: White Mountains Hideaway
For pets
Pet friendly Conway Cabin 5 to Campton Mountain allows pets and has a garden plus free parking. Holly Lane 11 Thornton and Scenic White Mountains Retreat 4 Bedroom Home also accept pets and both have kitchens, fireplaces and washing machines, so muddy paws and wet gear are easier to manage.
Pet friendly Conway Cabin 5 to Campton Mountain · Holly Lane 11 Thornton · Scenic White Mountains Retreat 4 Bedroom Home
Where to stay in Thornton
Northpointe Road
Both are larger homes with kitchens, fireplaces, terraces and mountain-facing balconies, and they share a quiet residential feel away from the main road.
Our picks here: Scenic White Mountains Retreat 4 Bedroom Home
Mill Brook Road
Holly Lane 11 Thornton is the listed property on Mill Brook Road, a self-contained house with a kitchen, fireplace and washing machine. It is the pet-friendly house in this shortlist and comes with free parking and air conditioning.
Our picks here: Holly Lane 11 Thornton
Us Route 3
Gilcrest Cottages and Motels stands on Us Route 3, the roadside address in this shortlist. It offers cottages and motel rooms with microwaves, refrigerators and coffee makers, plus an outdoor pool and a picnic area, and it is the best-reviewed property here.
Our picks here: Gilcrest Cottages and Motels
Questions, answered
Which Thornton hotel is closest to the centre?
The addresses do not give distances, so no property can be named as closest. The inn and the cottages sit on the main roads through town, while the houses on Northpointe Road, Welch View Drive, Mill Brook Road and Notch Spur Road are on smaller side roads.
Which is the best-rated 3-star hotel in Thornton?
Gilcrest Cottages and Motels scores 4.8 out of 5 from 86 reviews, the highest on this shortlist. The Valley Inn an Ascend Collection Hotel is next at 4.1 out of 5 from 191 reviews, the most-reviewed property here.
Do any Thornton hotels have a pool?
Yes. Gilcrest Cottages and Motels, Unique Thornton Townhome Swim Ski and Hike and Valley Escape have outdoor pools, and Valley Escape adds an indoor pool and a pool bar. The Valley Inn an Ascend Collection Hotel and Scenic White Mountains Retreat 4 Bedroom Home have a pool bar listed.
Are there hotels in Thornton that allow pets?
Three do: Pet friendly Conway Cabin 5 to Campton Mountain, Holly Lane 11 Thornton and Scenic White Mountains Retreat 4 Bedroom Home all list pets allowed. The Conway cabin and both houses have gardens or outdoor space and free car parking.
Is free parking available at Thornton hotels?
Free car parking is listed at Gilcrest Cottages and Motels, The Valley Inn an Ascend Collection Hotel, Valley Escape, White Mountain Escape w Separate In law Suite, Unique Thornton Townhome Swim Ski and Hike, Pet friendly Conway Cabin 5 to Campton Mountain, Welch View 41, Holly Lane 11 Thornton and Scenic White Mountains Retreat 4 Bedroom Home. Several others list parking without stating it is free.
Which Thornton hotel is best for families?
The Valley Inn an Ascend Collection Hotel lists family rooms, a games room, a cot and a picnic area. For more space, Unique Thornton Townhome Swim Ski and Hike and Scenic White Mountains Retreat 4 Bedroom Home offer kitchens, several bedrooms and washing machines, and Heart Of The Mountains has a playground.
Do Thornton hotels serve breakfast?
Breakfast is listed only at The Valley Inn an Ascend Collection Hotel. The houses and townhomes on this shortlist do not list breakfast, but most of them have kitchens with ovens, microwaves, refrigerators and dishwashers.
Do any Thornton hotels have a spa or sauna?
Valley Escape lists both a spa and a sauna, along with indoor and outdoor pools. Unique Thornton Townhome Swim Ski and Hike and Heart Of The Mountains also list a spa, and Heart Of The Mountains adds a terrace and a restaurant on site.