Mountain Lake Inn

487 Lake Flower Ave., Saranac Lake, NY 12983 United States (USA)
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2.5 Star Property
44.314880-74.119000
+1-800-219-2797
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3.0/5

Based on 426 guest reviews

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  • Our hotel comes with an indoor pool
  • Avg. Group Discount of 10.9%!
  • 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

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Check Rates2 Queen Beds Pet Friendly Room Ground Floor
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Check RatesStandard Room, King or Two Doubles
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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
3.0 out of 5. Based on 426 guest reviews

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 Saranac Lake Hotel 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. 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, heated 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
  • 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

We offer free parking around the entire building and are able to accommodate onsite bus parking.

Internet / WiFI

There is free high-speed internet access throughout the entire building.

Suggested AI Generated Itinerary

    Day 1

  • 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.
  • Day 2

  • 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.
  • Day 3

  • 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.

Previously known as:
Best Western Mountain Lake Inn, Best Western Saranac Lake, Saranac Lake Hotel

Hotel Rate Trends at Mountain Lake Inn

Rate fluctuations of Mountain Lake Inn

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 43.0% in February 2027 and the highest average individual rate is $349 in the month of February 2027. This chart will show past seasonality and also project future months. If you are flexible with dates, you may want to consider staying at Mountain Lake Inn in a month when rates are lower.

Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Mountain Lake Inn

Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Mountain Lake Inn.

Feel free to use the Mountain Lake Inn 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'
Banquet Space Layout
Crescent
Crescent Tables Layout
Classroom
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow
Square
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
Boardroom Meeting Space
Convention
8'/10'
Convention Booth Layout
Theater
Theater Layout
Reception
Reception Desk for Meeting
Regist.
Desk
Registration Desk for Meeting
Meeting Room 25 x 18 x 8 450--/----40--------/--40----
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Meeting Room

Room 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
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • Projection Equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • LAN Internet
  • Microphone
  • Teleconferencing
  • White Board
  • Video Conference
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Computer Rentals
  • Simultaneous Interpretation
  • Sound System
Half Day Rental:
$250.00 USD
Full Day Rental:
$400.00 USD
Evening Rental:
$200.00 USD
24 Hr. Hold Rental:
$500.00 USD

FAQs about Mountain Lake Inn

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 Mountain Lake Inn have?

There are 69 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at Mountain Lake Inn?

Yes, they have 1 meeting room that can support various table layouts.

What kind of breakfast is at Mountain Lake Inn?

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 Mountain Lake Inn?

We offer free parking around the entire building and are able to accommodate onsite bus parking.

How much does internet cost?

There is free high-speed internet access throughout the entire building.

Can I get a AAA rate at Mountain Lake Inn?

Sorry, this hotel does not offer AAA hotel discounts at this time.

Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at Mountain Lake Inn?

Sorry, this hotel does not offer senior hotel discounts at this time.

Is there a pool at Mountain Lake Inn?

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. 9 AM - 10 PM, indoor, heated pool.

Can I get a group rate at Mountain Lake Inn?

Yes, you can get room block and/or discount for a group if you need 10+ rooms per night. The average groups saves around 10.9%.

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