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Gale River Motel

2.0 star property
Motel near Gale River in Franconia

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Family Cabin | Living area | 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV
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Exterior
Executive Cabin | Living area | 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV
Family Cabin | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi
Reviews
8.2

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot TubHot TubHot Tub
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Your area essentials

Map
1 Main St, Franconia, NH, 03580
  • Popular LocationSugar Hill Sampler5 min drive
  • Popular LocationFranconia Notch State Park8 min drive
  • Popular LocationCannon Mountain Ski Area10 min drive
  • AirportManchester, NH (MHT-Manchester-Boston Regional)99 min drive

Room options

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Basic Room | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Basic Room

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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Executive Cabin | Living area | 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV

Executive Cabin

  • 650 sq ft
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Futon

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Family Cabin | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Family Cabin

  • 1500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 11
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Double Beds, 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Executive Room | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Executive Room

  • 300 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Franconia

In Franconia .Stay at this Franconia motel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Gale River and 2 miles (3 km) of Sugar Hill Sampler. Franconia Notch State Park and White Mountain National Forest are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Gale River - 1 min walk
  • Sugar Hill Sampler - 5 min drive
  • Franconia Notch State Park - 8 min drive
  • Cannon Mountain Ski Area - 10 min drive
  • Cannon Mountain - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Whitefield, NH (HIE-Mount Washington Regional) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 10 min drive
  • Starbucks - 10 min drive
  • Dunkin' - 9 min drive
  • Burger King - 10 min drive
  • Taste The Thai - Littl - 10 min drive

About this property

Gale River Motel

Motel near Gale River in Franconia
Gale River Motel offers its guests a spa tub and a seasonal outdoor pool. Public spaces have free WiFi. Gale River Motel also features barbecue grills, a picnic area, and coffee/tea in a common area. Self parking is free.

This Franconia motel is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Coffee in lobby
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Gale River Motel offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 32-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

This Franconia motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Playground
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Spa tub

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Sunday - Friday (11:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Access code, staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 20 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 15.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 25 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 15.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open June 01 and close October 01.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Gale River Motel Motel
Gale River Motel Franconia
Gale River Motel Motel Franconia

Frequently asked questions

How close is Gale River Motel to the airport?

Gale River Motel is 19.4 mi (29-min drive) away from the Whitefield, NH (HIE-Mount Washington Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Gale River Motel?

As of May 2, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gale River Motel on May 5, 2024 start from $143.44, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Gale River Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Gale River Motel.

How close is Gale River Motel to the beach?

This motel is 6.5 mi (8-min drive) from Echo Lake Beach.

Does Gale River Motel offer free breakfast?

Gale River Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Gale River Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Gale River Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Gale River Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Gale River Motel have a pool?

Gale River Motel features a seasonal outdoor pool.

Does Gale River Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Gale River Motel to downtown Franconia?

Gale River Motel is 0.7 mi away from Franconia.

Gale River Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 89 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 89 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 89 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 89 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 89 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ice Castle getaway
Was an amazing weekend away from home. Kindest owners! We needed a change in bedding due to a little ones accident and they were on it! We were warm and cozy for our weekend in the mountains! Even forgot our kiddos blankey and they found it for us! Very fun and comfortable weekend. Clean and cozy!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet place. Messaged me and let me know heat was on, lights were on, and I could check in early if i wanted. The room was clean, comfortable and cozy.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

4/10 Poor

Danielle

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Jeffrey R.

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Motel is a dump. Probably built in the 50’s and hasn’t been updated since then. Beautiful area especially in foliage! Choose carefully and look at reviews because the area is otherwise worn out.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great value and pleasant location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julian

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Kedarnath

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoyable stay in a quiet place
It was was a simple motel but very clean, beds were quite comfortable. Very quite location. We liked it.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023