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3.0/5
Based on 426 guest reviews
- Our hotel comes with an indoor pool
- Avg. Group Discount of 11.9%!
- 69 rooms in hotel
- Hotel has 2 floors
- Check-in time: 3pm
- Check-out time: 11:00am
- Has environment-friendly policy
- Groups/Meetings rating of 10.0/10
Standard prices by room type for the next 60 days
Room Types
Local Attractions
Saranac Lake History Musuem, The Wild Center - Tupper Lake, Lake Placid Olympic venues, Dewey Mountain Recreation Center, Mt. Pisgah Recreation Center, Hiking, Boating, Golf
Map of Best Western Saranac Lake
Verified Reviews of Best Western Saranac Lake
Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently: "Continental breakfast was actually a full breakfast!"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Continental breakfast was actually a full breakfast. bigger than expected.
Judith C. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from 
23-Sep-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Sun Sep 15 to Wed Sep 18 2024 at a $124.99 average nightly rate. 
"Excellent Place for Getaway!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Our room was large and comfortable. Lots of space for everything, did not feel cramped. Beds were super comfortable and clean. No complaints, the staff was sweet and nice, couldn't be nicer. An excellent stay.
Donna B. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
16-Dec-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Sun Dec 10 to Tue Dec 12 2023 at a $145.99 average nightly rate. Response from Management on 18-Dec-2023:
Thank you for your great review, we really appreciate you choosing the Best Western Saranac Lake!
"Nice Hotel & Staff!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Polite staff, clean hotel. Will stay again!
Charles C. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
25-Sep-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Sep 06 to Thu Sep 07 2023 at a $159.00 average nightly rate. Response from Management on 30-Sep-2023:
Thank you Charles! We appreciate the kind words and hope to see you back soon!
Property Description
This comfortable Saranac Lake hotel ensures that guests are only a few steps or a short drive away from dozens of must-see sites as well as outdoor recreational action. Saranac Lake hotels boast one of the best locations in New York. The Adirondack Mountain adventure is one to not miss. Why not take advantage of a comfortable Saranac Lake hotel that combines great amenities with a very affordable price. With close proximity to Lake Placid and Olympic venues that are just part of the appeal. We are directly across from Lake Flower, which connects to miles of waterways. We're also within walking distance of restaurants, boat rentals. Guests visit our Saranac Lake hotel to get up close and personal with Mother Nature. The unbelievable fall foliage, hiking, golf and snowmobiling opportunities are unlike anything you've experienced before. Take a hike on one of the many mountains and breathe in that mountain air. Discover the adrenaline-packed adventure of snowmobiling with the rail trail directly behind us. Downtown Saranac Lake has galleries, eateries and much to see. Since we're eight miles from downtown Lake Placid, our Saranac Lake hotel can offer much lower rates than competitors. Plenty of business travelers call our rooms their second home. The perks here are limitless. Free Wi-Fi is standard. We have complimentary newspapers and the only free continental breakfast in town. Our restaurant, McKenzie's Grille located just outside the lobby, serves reasonably priced breakfast and lunch on weekends from 6:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. open daily May 15 - Oct 15. Book a stay with the Best Western® Saranac Lake and find our centrally located comfortable hotel. Pets are allowed, but only in rooms described as pet friendly in the room description. If these rooms are not available, no further pets are permitted on that date. Click on view full hotel details for pet policies. We welcome groups of all types and would love to chat with you regarding your stay. We can't wait to welcome you!
Green Sustainability
Recycling available.
Details / Other Expenses
| Check In: | 3pm |
| Check Out: | 11:00am |
| Year of Last Renovation: | 2017 |
| Floors: | 2 |
| Rooms: | 69 |
| Corridors: | All Rooms Have Interior Hallways |
| Non Smoking Rooms: | 69 |
| Handicap Rooms: | 4 |
| Rooms with 1 Bed: | 17 |
| Rooms with 2 Beds: | 52 |
| Suites: | 0 |
| Room Windows: | Windows Do Open |
| Cleaning Frequency: | Daily |
| Meeting Rooms: | 1 View Spaces |
| Meeting Space: | 450 sq. feet |
| Banquet Space: | Holds 50 people |
| Dist. to Food/Bars: | 1.0 Mi |
| Dist. to Nearest Gym: | 2.0 Mi |
| Lounge/Bar Hours: | 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
| FEMA Approved: | Yes |
| Pool Info: 9 AM - 10 PM, indoor pool | |
| Ownership: | Hari Krushna Inc |
Policies / Expenses
| Cancellation: Our standard cancellation policy is 24-hours prior to arrival. For Group Blocks it is listed in the contract. | |
| Nightly Parking: | 0 |
| Typical Group Deposit: | 250 |
| Total Taxes: | 13.00% |
| Total Misc Fees: | $0.00 USD (mandatory resort fees/taxes) |
| State Tax: | 8.00% |
| Occupancy Tax: | 5.00% |
Amenities / Features
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- Baggage storage facilities
- Boat Launch
- Bus parking
- Central location
- Clothes drying
- Complimentary newspaper
- Conference facilities
- Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
- Credit card accepted: American Express
- Credit card accepted: Discover
- Credit card accepted: Diners Club
- Electronic key card
- Express Check-Out
- Facilities for the disabled
- Fax available
- Free local calls
- Hairdryer available
- Handicap accessible
- Ice Maker
- Internet - wireless
- Internet - ethernet
- Free WiFi Internet
- Ironing facilities
- Jogging path
- Laundry facilities
- Microwave in room
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24 hours opened
- Office or business center
- Pets allowed
- Private bathroom in room
- Quiet location
- Radio in room
- Refrigerator
- Restaurant
- Self controlled heating/cooling system
- Shower
- Swimming pool - indoor
- Tea and coffee making facilities
- Telephone
- Telephone in all rooms
- Telephone - Free local calls
- Television
- TV - Free Cable
- TV Channel: HBO
- TV Channel: Showtime
- TV Channel: Weather Channel
- TV Channel: ESPN
- TV Channel: Disney Channel
- TV Channel: Discovery Channel
- TV Channel: Nickelodeon
- Terrace
Airport & Shuttle Information
Lake Clear Airport, 10 miles away, offering flights from Boston and JFK
Airport Shuttle? Sorry, no airport shuttle available.Breakfast Information
Breakfast served daily, complimentary, usually includes pancakes and/or Belgian waffles, skim and regular milk, three types of cereal, scrambled eggs, hard boiled eggs, sausage or bacon or sausage gravy and biscuits, toast, bagels, English Muffins, jelly, peanut butter, butter, cream cheese, apples, bananas, oranges, four kinds of juice, oatmeal with or without dried cranberries, and vanilla or strawberry yogurt.
Pet Friendly?
Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Yes! Pets are allowed.Pets allowed based on the availability of pet friendly rooms. We are pet friendly and allow up to two dogs in a room. The size limit for a dog is 80 pounds. The pet friendly rate is $15 per pet per day with a $100 per week maximum.
Parking Info
There is free parking around the entire building.
Internet / WiFI
There is free High-speed internet access throughout the entire building.
About Best Western Hotels
- 4000+ independently owned hotels located in over 100 countries
- Best Western Rewards is a free program where members can earn 10 points for every dollar spent or airline/partner rewards for each night stay. With no blackout dates and points that never expire, whats not love?
- 18 brands, including: Best Western, Best Western Plus, and Best Western Premier
- Best Western offers exceptional value with great amenities including free breakfast, high-speed internet, local calls, and lond distance access. Convenient computer room in the lobby area perfect for copy and fax services, and even printing out boarding passes, maps, etc.
- Best Western Plus offers upgraded bath amenities, an in-room mini-fridge, and a spacious work desk. Fitness room, laundry room, and business center also available. Free breakfast, high-speed internet, local calls, and long distance access
- Best Western Premier gives guests the highest quality amenties, furnishings, and decor with personalized guest services. All rooms have a safe, mini-fridge, free high-speed internet access, free local and long distance calls, and an LCD or Plasma TV with HD channels. On-site dining, fitness room, business center, snack shop, and meeting rooms
The Best Western Hotels highlights above are subject to change without notice.
Suggested AI Generated Itinerary
- Breakfast: Blue Moon Cafe, located at 55 Main Street, is a local favorite for breakfast and brunch. They serve a variety of dishes including pancakes, omelettes, and breakfast burritos. It is approximately 0.7 miles from Best Western Saranac Lake.
- Lunch: Lakeview Deli, located at 137 River Street, is a great spot for a quick and tasty lunch. They offer a variety of sandwiches, wraps, and salads. It is approximately 0.9 miles from Best Western Saranac Lake.
- Dinner: The Cowboy, located at 274 Trudeau Road, is a popular steakhouse known for its delicious cuts of meat and cozy atmosphere. It is approximately 1.5 miles from Best Western Saranac Lake.
- Activity: Take a scenic hike at Mount Baker, located at 4 Baker Street. This mountain offers beautiful views of the surrounding area and is a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts. It is approximately 2.3 miles from Best Western Saranac Lake.
- Breakfast: Origin Coffee Co., located at 77 Main Street, is a trendy coffee shop that also serves delicious breakfast options such as avocado toast and breakfast bowls. It is approximately 0.6 miles from Best Western Saranac Lake.
- Lunch: Blue Moon Cafe, located at 55 Main Street, is a local favorite for lunch as well. They offer a variety of sandwiches, salads, and soups. It is approximately 0.7 miles from Best Western Saranac Lake.
- Dinner: The Left Bank Cafe, located at 36 Broadway, is a charming French bistro known for its delicious cuisine and cozy ambiance. It is approximately 0.8 miles from Best Western Saranac Lake.
- Activity: Explore the Wild Center, located at 45 Museum Drive. This natural history museum and outdoor park offers interactive exhibits and beautiful trails to explore. It is approximately 7.2 miles from Best Western Saranac Lake.
- Breakfast: Blue Moon Cafe, located at 55 Main Street, is a reliable choice for breakfast once again. They serve delicious breakfast options to start your day off right. It is approximately 0.7 miles from Best Western Saranac Lake.
- Lunch: Lakeview Deli, located at 137 River Street, is a convenient option for a quick and tasty lunch. They offer a variety of sandwiches, wraps, and salads. It is approximately 0.9 miles from Best Western Saranac Lake.
- Dinner: Lake Placid Pub & Brewery, located at 813 Mirror Lake Drive, is a popular spot for dinner and drinks. They offer a variety of pub-style dishes and their own craft beers. It is approximately 9.7 miles from Best Western Saranac Lake.
- Activity: Visit the Olympic Center, located at 2634 Main Street in Lake Placid. This iconic venue hosted the 1980 Winter Olympics and offers ice skating, hockey, and a museum showcasing Olympic history. It is approximately 9.6 miles from Best Western Saranac Lake.
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Previously known as:
Best Western Mountain Lake Inn
Hotel Rate Trends at Best Western Saranac Lake
The graph above is averages of room rates for both our group quotes and the lowest online individual rates our system could find at the time the group/meeting bid was entered. The best group deal shown is 33.7% in February 2022 and the highest average individual rate is $321 in the month of July 2023. This chart will show past seasonality and also project future months. If you are flexible with dates, you may want to consider staying at Best Western Saranac Lake in a month when rates are lower.
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Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Best Western Saranac Lake
Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Best Western Saranac Lake.
Feel free to use the Best Western Saranac Lake meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Saranac Lake event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.
| Meeting Room Name | L x W x H (Feet) | Size (sqft.) | Banquet 5'/6'  | Crescent | Classroom | Hollow Square  | U-Shape | Boardroom | Convention 8'/10'  | Theater | Reception | Regist. Desk  |
| Meeting Room | 25 x 18 x 8 | 450 | --/-- | -- | 40 | -- | -- | -- | --/-- | 40 | -- | -- |
Close This Meeting RoomRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 450 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 25 x 18 x 8 Ft. Floor Level: 1 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
Half Day Rental: $250.00 USD Full Day Rental: $400.00 USD Evening Rental: $200.00 USD 24 Hr. Hold Rental: $500.00 USD | ||||||||||||
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FAQs about Best Western Saranac Lake
What time is check in?
Check in time is 3pm based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.
What time is check out?
Check out time is 11:00am based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.
How many rooms does Best Western Saranac Lake have?
There are 69 rooms in the property.
Is there any meeting space at Best Western Saranac Lake?
Yes, they have 1 meeting room that can support various table layouts.
What kind of breakfast is at Best Western Saranac Lake?
Breakfast served daily, complimentary, usually includes pancakes and/or Belgian waffles, skim and regular milk, three types of cereal, scrambled eggs, hard boiled eggs, sausage or bacon or sausage gravy and biscuits, toast, bagels, English Muffins, jelly, peanut butter, butter, cream cheese, apples, bananas, oranges, four kinds of juice, oatmeal with or without dried cranberries, and vanilla or strawberry yogurt.
What parking is available at Best Western Saranac Lake?
There is free parking around the entire building.
How much does internet cost?
There is free High-speed internet access throughout the entire building.
Can I get a AAA rate at Best Western Saranac Lake?
Sorry, this hotel does not offer AAA hotel discounts at this time.
Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at Best Western Saranac Lake?
Sorry, this hotel does not offer senior hotel discounts at this time.
Is there a pool at Best Western Saranac Lake?
Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. 9 AM - 10 PM, indoor pool.
Can I get a group rate at Best Western Saranac Lake?
Yes, you can get room block and/or discount for a group if you need 10+ rooms per night. The average groups saves around 11.9%.
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