Avoid this hotel! Our family's stay at the Best Western Inn in Franconia, NH. Was an outright…read morenightmare of a stay and the worst hotel experience my family has ever endured. Within hours of arrival, we were forced out of one filthy, unsafe room into another that was even worse. We encountered mold, broken fixtures, hotel doors with no lock, and blood-stained bedding on both the linen of all beds (what was stated to be possibly from drug users that frequent the location). Staff admitted the rooms were unfit yet failed to provide clean linens, stating cleaning service was unavailable and my wife and I would have to strip and remake blood-contaminated beds ourselves while our children slept in personal blankets in chairs due to the time of night. The situation escalated into harassment, dishonesty, and ultimately a police visit based on false claims made by staff (Kevin Jam). Management (Bija Patel/Vin Patel) upon discovering Jams harassment, mishandling, and misrepresentation of facts to Law Enforcement (which he was warned of) misrepresented their role, stating there was nothing they could do other than a 10% discount on our stay due to my family "being publicly humiliated in the hallway late at night". Upon departing, we contacted Best Western Corporate, they informed us although they utilize the Best Western name they do not recognize their affiliation. This property demonstrated severe health code violations, reckless staff conduct, and a complete disregard for guest safety and basic human decency. Avoid this hotel at all costs. When attempting a refund through Best Western they stated although the property utilizes the Best Western name they do not recognize their affiliation.

This place is clearly in transition with ongoing construction. Our room was clean and the bed comfy…read morebut there are numerous issues. Despite few guests they could not offer a 20 minute early check in because they weren't cleaned yet. Security was lacking with unlocked but unmonitored doors around the clock. The hotel attracted traveling contractors arriving late and leaving early that crushed the vacation vibe. Overall disappointment.

Horse & Hound is a wonderful and quaint bed and breakfast in Franconia. The white mountains are…read moreincredibly spread out and we struggled figuring out what area to stay in. This spot was perfect for everything that we wanted to do! The Inn is fairly small- probably around 9 or 10 rooms. The hotel was pretty empty during our stay so we were upgraded to a room overlooking the lawn which was great. I can't say enough about the property. It's nestled in the hills and is just so serene. There's a small stream nearby and if we didn't have so much to explore I could have spent hours laying on the hammock on the back lawn. The inside is equally impressive - it's got a very preppy feel and I felt like I was in a Polo ad. There are lots of cozy sitting areas, fireplaces and shelves filled with books and games. The actual guest room is spacious and the bed is comfy. It's an older hotel but you can tell there were updates. The AC works well and the shower has good pressure. Because of covid there is no daily room cleaning. There is also normally a bar and restaurant onsite but it's not open because of covid. But there is still a daily breakfast for guests included in the stay. Breakfast is sit down service every day from 8-9 and comes with eggs, fruit salad, an English muffin and a meat plus coffee and juice. Always delicious and filling! Staff is also friendly. We had the same server for breakfast every morning and she was very sweet. We also saw the innkeeper Doug around periodically and he was always super friendly and helpful. The rate is reasonable and the location is great. Your about a ten minute drive from Franconia notch / echo lake / cannon mt and around a half hour from mt Washington. You can find lots of food and breweries ten minutes north in Littleton or twenty minutes south in Lincoln. We will stay here again without hesitation and I truly think it would be a beautiful and enjoyable visit during all seasons.

The Horse and Hound (just down rt 18 toward Franconia from Cannon Mt) was one of the best places to…read moreeat in Franconia. This year (2009-2010 ski season), the Horse and Hound is under new management and it is again one of the best apres ski and dining establishments near Cannon Mt. Don't be misinformed by the old website which is soon to be updated. The Hunt Room menu is comprehensive American Cuisine. The daily specials are a must. The portions are good. The lounge has great atmosphere, music, a well stocked bar, friendly service, free wifi (a big plus for the area) and big screen television. The area also has some of the best Alpine and Nordic skiing around. My wife and I have been there twice in as many weeks and we expect to make it a regular venue for the ski season.

I was a bit anxious about this stay. I always stay at hotels I know but this lodge was affordable…read moreand available for our overnight stay in Franconia. It was fantastic. Extremely clean, room smelled clean. Besides that what I loved was the fact that you have grills available to you, there are benches near the river, they have a fire pit you can use, they supply the wood, and there is a good size pool too. They have corn holes, and a volley ball net. The grounds are beautiful and nicely maintained. They provided a light breakfast of muffins, cereal bars, orange juice and fruit cups. My only advise is pick a room on the 2nd floor because you can hear your upstairs neighbors. Thankfully by 10pm they quieted down. I highly recommend it!

My husband and I stumbled upon this gem after we were stood up from another hotel (Stonybrook). In…read morea quick nutshell, we booked a room with Stonybrook via expedia.com Stonybrook gave away our room, which incidentally was the last room they had. But this isn't about them... this is about the wonderful Hillwinds Lodge and how they saved the day! Thank God for good hearted people. My husband drove into Hillwinds Lodge and with big hopes and crossed fingers, he went in to see if they had any available rooms - rooms that didn't cost an arm and a leg. Much to our delight, the couple who run the place were very kind, light hearted and accommodating. Not only did they offer us a room with a view of the creek, they also honored the price of the room that expedia advertised from the "other" hotel. We are sitting comfortably in our room and cannot wait to get up tomorrow morning to see the view and enjoy the sights. The hotel is very charming, with adirondack chairs in front of each room and a fire pit ready to go out in the common area and of course the babbling creek right across from our room. We are so grateful and delighted that we found Hillwinds Lodge!

What a beautiful place to stay! Highly recommend coming during their March /April months for the…read moredeals. Food is great, service in all areas from in restuarant to room service is excellent. Staff is friendly, willing to go above and beyond! Highly recommend sticking to their pizza and dessert menu, as that was our favorite part of the menu! Rooms are clean and comfortable.

Stopped into the bar for a drink. The cucumber mojito was the best I've had…read more Even with an almost full bar, the bartender was very friendly and attentive. The Hotel is beautiful inside and out.

Beautiful Inn and clean rooms. Service was exemplary…read more Dinner and breakfast were wonderful.

Just realized I never posted this....We stayed in the dream cottage for 3 nights (last November)…read moreand loved our stay. Although there are a few things that could use some TLC, overall the cottage was great. Comfortable bed, great jacuzzi tub, sauna, and fire box. The restaurant at the inn is exceptional. Unique menu items and everything cooked to perfection. We loved it so much we ate there all 3 nights of our stay. The inn has a library and enjoyed playing chess there by the fireplace one evening. The staff were all very friendly and accommodating. I would recommend staying here.

I booked The Mulburn Inn by googling Bed & Breakfast places in and around Franconia. The place…read morelooked charming so I decided to give it a try. To my delight the place was absolutely decadent! The Inn was built in 1909 by Thomas Edison. Yes that Thomas Edison, the one who invented the lightbulb. The Inn has so much character it's pure eye candy for those who appreciate the fine craftsmanship of classic furniture, decor and interior design. We stayed in the Thomas Jefferson room, the biggest room with a king size bed and infamously know to have housed Joe DiMaggio and Marylyn Monroe back in the day. The owners were super accommodating and Dave cooked us one of the best breakfasts I've had in a long time. Highly recommended!

Our stay at the Mulburn Inn was the best by far. I would give it a 5 plus. Dave and Karen are the…read moreowners, and the host who make you feel so welcome and right at home. The rooms are beautiful and spacious. In the morning when you walk down the hall, the smell of maple bacon smells so good. The food is exceptional, the maple bacon, homemade butter on the French toast and eggs were delicious. A big shout out to to Jess, who was awesome; anything you need she was always happy to help. I really enjoyed my vacation there. The food was absolutely delicious. Can't wait to plan my next vacation there! -Bob and Rhonda

Folks looking to rent a vacation house in the White Mountains should contact owner/operator Cort…read moreRoussel of Franconia Notch Vacation Rentals. Cort has a wonderful portfolio of homes in the area within close proximity to the major ski mountains (Loon, Cannon, Bretton Woods) and popular White Mountain day hikes such as Mount Washington, Mount Flume and Mount Lafayette. Cort was my rental agent when I owned a home in the White Mountains and all of my guests enjoyed working with him. I often received feedback such as "Pleasure to deal with", "Quick response" and "very knowledgeable about the area." If you don't hear back from Cort right away, it's probably because he's bending over backwards to make a client or owner feel comfortable. I consider Cort to be the best Rental Agent in the state of New Hampshire.

From the owner: Franconia Notch Vacations: is home to the Franconia Notch Vacation Specialists, specialized in…read moreoffering private mountain country homes, chalets and town homes in the Franconia Notch State Park and western White Mountain of NH regions to include the Presidential Mountain Range, and central to all the major White Mountain Attractions. Vacation expectations become realizations when renting a professionally managed home away from home in the White Mountains of New Hampshire.

A nice Inn but very dated and a bit under maintained. Very quiet and relaxing. Folks are friendly…read more Four of us ate dinner at Peaks Pub downstairs. Overall it was an "okay" experience. The food was a 6. Beverages were short. The flourless chocolate cake was flat. Bread pudding was average. Waitress was a touch pushy. But I think she was just trying to make sure we were happy. I do think their drinks are overpriced. Example: one shot of scotch was $15.00. There was a beautiful red propane stove in our suite that was inoperative. Unfortunately, there was a very noticeable septic smell throughout the Inn. I will consider other Inns when we return.

The Inn Suite was an infested with ladybugs--I even had one crawling on me while trying to sleep!…read moreThe bathroom door didn't close all the way, and the newly renovated bathroom (done DIY style) had uneven tiles sharp enough to cut your foot! The towel holder was rusty, the lights didn't dim, and there was a TV mount with no TV. They stripped away the charming Victorian wallpaper and replaced it with plain paper (done diy again) because it was already peeling off. Dead bugs collected in the corners where they hadn't vacuumed. Worse, there was no heat because they hadn't turned it on yet! They gave me a space heater that was either too hot or too cold. The outdoor paddocks were cluttered with extra wood fencing, making the view from my balcony ugly and messy. No food service Monday through Thursday, and they replaced the once-fresh coffee and four-star breakfast with bagels and cereal. The tennis courts had grass growing on them, and the barn's broken windows and peeling siding looked neglected. Cold air and flies seeped in through window ACs, and they even took away the rocking chairs. The parking lot is in terrible condition--uneven, with water pooling everywhere, and no lighting, so you inevitably end up stepping in it! They took away the personal touches and charm. Shame. Horses were well fed and bed was very comfortable. Mia at the front desk was great.

Best meal we've had in a LONG time! Great outdoor dining…read morepatio, beautiful views, amazing service, and awesome prices. Cannot wait to go back!!

We stayed again at that Adair Inn and had a wonderful experience -we had the Lafayette Room-…read morefabulous huge soaking tub- incredibly relaxing experience then enveloped in a fluffy white robe - felt very decadent -everyone was friendly and welcoming - highly recommend

My husband and I were looking forward to celebrating our anniversary with a hiking trip in…read moreFranconia. The website pictures of Lovett's Inn look clean and adorable. When we arrived this was not the case. The exterior upkeep is minimal. There is a smell of mold/must in the main house and in the cabin we booked. There was a swarm of flies in the bathroom on our arrival and the remains of flies/bugs in all of the window sills. The bed was not comfortable. Lastly, the curtains did not close completely, leaving us feeling rather exposed. We left and stayed somewhere else last minute. Michelle, the innkeeper, has refused a refund. In response to your comments, we had several emails where I did list my complaints on the room. And I never received a phone call from you the next day. Your response is misleading. Regardless, I have never in my life left an online review before this stay which speaks to how strongly I feel. I realize I will not be refunded, although I disagree with your decision. I just felt I should share so people don't make the same mistake I made. Book here with caution.

Michelle, the owner, is an absolute rock star and essentially a one-woman show. Check in was super…read moreeasy and she met us at the main building even though we arrived late, after normal check in hours. She had put the heat on and a light on in our cottage so it was ready for us. Room was cozy and cute, as we expected. No fluff and relatively small but has everything you need including a microwave and small fridge. Bed was okay, not super comfortable if you have a bad back or anything like that, but fine since we were tired from hiking and passed out! Housekeeping services are not provided daily which did not matter to us, just something to note since that's important to some people. The grassy area walking from parking and the main building to the cottages is a little sandy/gritty, so the floor gets dirty quickly. Wish there had been a doormat to wipe our feet before entering our room to keep it a little cleaner. Every morning for breakfast Michelleprovides fresh fruit and some sort of super fresh and delicious pastry that she makes from scratch (we had cranberry orange muffins, coffee cake, cinnamon sugar doughnut sticks and cinnamon sugar/coffee cake topped muffins). That is just the start of breakfast! She makes you literally whatever you can possibly think of and doesn't even provide a menu - if you can think of it she can make it! Throughout our stay we had breakfast sandwiches, breakfast burritos, French toast, pancakes, fried eggs, sausages and hash browns. She also even remembered after the first day that we liked ketchup with our hash browns and that I like OJ! We also ate here for a super late, small dinner one night and got Margherita pizza. The dough and sauce is home made which is why we got it! It was VERY cheesy, which can be good, but needed a little more sauce on it to balance it out. Quite tasty (although we're from NJ/NYC so we have unfair standards for pizza) and what we needed for a quick, late snack. Loved the fresh loaf of Italian bread when we sat down - again, of course, made fresh by Michelle. So doughy and warm that we actually ordered some large loaves to take home with us at the end of our stay.