Must-see hotels in New Hampshire

  • AMC Highland Center Lodge

    White Mountains

    This cozy Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC) lodge is set amid the splendor of Crawford Notch, an ideal base for hiking the trails crisscrossing the…

  • Sugar Hill Inn

    White Mountains

    This restored 1789 farmhouse sits atop a hill that has stunning panoramic views, especially in the fall, when the sugar maples lining the hill are ablaze…

  • Hancock Campground

    White Mountains

    This National Forest Service campground, managed by private concessionaire Pro Sports Inc, has 56 sites conveniently and beautifully situated along the…

  • Notch Hostel

    White Mountains

    Tibetan prayer flags mark your arrival at this gorgeous hostel, the brainchild of outdoor enthusiasts (and husband-and-wife team) Serena and Justin. A…

  • Snowflake Inn

    White Mountains

    All of the suites at this elegant inn are spacious and have fireplaces and two-person Jacuzzis. There are plenty of modern creature comforts, including…

  • Omni Mt Washington Hotel & Resort

    White Mountains

    Even if you're not staying here, don't miss the view of Mt Washington from a wicker chair on the veranda of this historic hotel, preferably with a…

  • White Mountains Hostel

    White Mountains

    Set in an early-1900s farmhouse, this gem of a hostel is just off Main St/NH 16 in Conway. Environmentally conscientious and supremely welcoming, it has…

  • Cabernet Inn

    White Mountains

    This 1842 Victorian cottage is north of North Conway center, near Intervale. Each of the 11 guest rooms has antiques and queen beds, while pricier rooms…

  • Centennial

    New Hampshire

    This turn-of-the-20th-century turreted Victorian landmark has 32 luxurious rooms and suites. Stylish minimalism prevails, with subdued earth tones, deluxe…

  • Lost River Valley Campground

    White Mountains

    This excellent 200-acre campground (which also contains rustic honest-to-goodness log cabins with ceiling fans) is on the site of a turn-of-the-century…

  • Glen House Hotel

    White Mountains

    Opening in late 2018, this classy number will surely go gangbusters due to its fresh rustic style and its location beside the Mt Washington Auto Road. The…

  • Exeter Inn

    New Hampshire

    On the doorstep of Exeter Academy, this three-story brick inn is a stately but cozy transition space between home and academia. With its warm front parlor…

  • Spruce Moose Lodge

    White Mountains

    Located a five-minute walk from town, Spruce Moose has charming rooms set inside a spruce-green 1850s home. Styles vary from classic, pine-floored rooms…

  • Wolfeboro Inn

    New Hampshire

    The town's best-known lodging is right on the lake with a private beach. One of the region's most prestigious resorts since 1812, it has 44 rooms across a…

  • Bretton Arms Inn

    White Mountains

    People have been staying here for almost a century. On the same estate as the Omni Mt Washington Hotel and now part of this resort, this manse was built…

  • Hancock Inn

    New Hampshire

    New Hampshire’s oldest inn (1789) has 14 rooms, each with its own charms. Room prices vary according to size and features: some include dome ceilings …

  • Inn at Sunset Hill

    White Mountains

    At this sprawling inn adopted by a lovely British couple, all 28 rooms, spread across two buildings, have lovely views of either the mountains or the golf…

  • Proctor's Lakehouse Cottages

    New Hampshire

    This welcoming family-owned collection of cottages and suites, all with kitchens, is blissful. The more modern suites clustered in the main structure…

  • Wentworth

    White Mountains

    This grand country inn is on the edge of Jackson village, beside a gorgeous public golf course. It's an elegant affair, with 61 spacious rooms, a gracious…

  • Ale House Inn

    Portsmouth

    This former brick warehouse for the Portsmouth Brewing Company is Portsmouth's snazziest boutique inn, fusing contemporary design with comfort. Rooms are…

  • Wilderness Inn

    White Mountains

    This former lumber-mill-owner's house has seven lovely guest rooms, ranging from small to suite-size, as well as a family-size cottage overlooking Lost…

  • Squam Lake Inn

    New Hampshire

    This century-old Victorian farmhouse has eight rooms, all decorated in vintage New England style – quilts on the beds, antique furnishings and a local …

  • Gilson Pond Campground

    New Hampshire

    Well placed for a sunrise ascent up the mountain, this state park campground has 35 peaceful, well-shaded sites. From November through April, when Gilson…

  • Cranmore Inn

    White Mountains

    The Cranmore has been operating as a country inn since 1863, and it's been known as reliably good value for much of that time. Decor is classic but feels…

  • Ash Street Inn

    New Hampshire

    Dating to 1885, this Victorian home has been thoughtfully renovated into a comfortable B&B. Rooms all come with top-of-the-line sheets and towels, plush…

  • Kinsman Lodge

    White Mountains

    This lodge built in the 1860s has nine comfortable, unpretentious rooms on the 2nd floor. The 1st floor consists of cozy common areas and an inviting…

  • Hanover Inn

    New Hampshire

    Owned by Dartmouth College and situated directly opposite the college green, Hanover's loveliest guesthouse has nicely appointed rooms with elegant wood…

  • Lake House at Ferry Point House

    New Hampshire

    Overlooking Lake Winnisquam, this picturesque Victorian B&B has 10 cozy, uniquely furnished rooms set with antiques. Rooms range in size from small to…

  • Top Notch Inn

    White Mountains

    A brown moose stands guard outside the welcoming Top Notch. In addition to standard but stylish motel rooms, the inn offers the three-room Pinkham House,…

  • Port Inn

    Portsmouth

    Wrapped neatly around a small courtyard, this welcoming and inviting motel is conveniently located off I-95, about 1.5 miles southwest of downtown. In the…

  • Horse & Hound Inn

    White Mountains

    This pleasant country inn offers eight simple but stylish rooms set in a cozy 1830 farmhouse. It's good value for the area. The on-site restaurant (mains …

  • World Fellowship Center

    White Mountains

    This educational nonprofit labels itself a 'camp with a social conscience.' We agree. Home to campsites, five simple lodges, communal buildings and a tiny…

  • Moosilauke Ravine Lodge

    White Mountains

    Completely rebuilt in 2017 but still set amid wooded hills and pristine countryside, this mountain lodge 50 miles north of Hanover offers basic bunks,…

  • Monadnock Inn

    New Hampshire

    Down the road from Mt Monadnock State Park, this 11-room family run inn has welcomed guests for more than 100 years. Rooms have a quirky, old-fashioned…

  • Rockywold Deephaven Camps

    New Hampshire

    Since 1897, families have been coming to stay at this rustic summer getaway on Squam Lake. Cabins, cottages and lodge rooms are available, along with…

  • Sailmaker's House

    Portsmouth

    Breezy blue accents, crisp white linens and hardwood floors set a maritime vibe at this 10-room boutique inn tucked amid the historic buildings near…

  • NASWA Resort

    New Hampshire

    If you like to be in the thick of the action, pack your suntan lotion and best sun-n-fun attire for this festive, multi-building resort overlooking Lake…

  • Dry River Campground

    White Mountains

    Near the southern end of Crawford Notch State Park, this quiet state-run campground has 36 tent sites with a clean bathhouse, flush toilets, showers and…

  • Kearsarge Inn

    White Mountains

    Just off Main St in the heart of North Conway, this lovely inn is the perfect setting for an intimate experience near the center of town. The inn is a …

  • Fairfield Inn & Suites Keene Downtown

    New Hampshire

    In a picture-perfect Main St location, this venerable century-old hotel (formerly known as the Lane Hotel) has 40 attractive rooms, each uniquely…

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