4-star hotels in Carroll

Carroll sits at the base of the Presidential Range in the northern White Mountains, with the Ammonoosuc River running through the area and summit views in many directions. Bretton Woods, a village within Carroll, is the main resort area and the address shared by nearly every hotel here, alongside roads such as Mount Washington Road, Crawford Ridge Road, Forest Lane, Rosebrook Lane and Route 302 East. The listed properties sit between 0.3 and 1.5 km from the centre, so the mountain setting and the resort amenities are always close at hand. Use Carroll as a base for skiing at Bretton Woods, hiking in the White Mountain National Forest, golf, and the Mount Washington Cog Railway.

Couples and short-break visitors are well served by the inn and resort properties with spa, indoor pool and dining, while families and larger groups fit the private homes and townhomes with kitchens, fireplaces and space to spread out. Skiers should look at the slopeside and ski-in ski-out addresses, and golfers at the townhomes on Fairway Drive and Sand Trap Lane. A car makes all of it practical, since lodging and attractions are spread out across town.

Getting there and around

Carroll is in northern New Hampshire and is reached by car via Interstate 93 and U.S. Route 3. The nearest major airport is in Manchester, about two hours south, while Boston's Logan Airport is roughly three hours away. From Vermont, take I-91 to I-93 south, then Route 3 north. There is no train or bus service directly to Carroll. Once in town a car is essential, as attractions and lodging are spread out, and in winter you should ensure your vehicle is equipped for snow and ice.

When to go

Summer and early fall are the popular months for hiking, golf and scenic drives, with mild temperatures and foliage arriving in September and October. Winter draws skiers and snowboarders to Bretton Woods, typically from December through March. Spring can be muddy and cool, with some trails and attractions limited. The Mount Washington Cog Railway operates from late spring through fall. Pick your season by whether you want trails and foliage or snow.