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Gale River House - Boutique Hotel

2.0 star property
Motel near Gale River in Franconia

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Exterior
Premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds, desk
Reception
Premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds, desk

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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1 Main St, Franconia, NH, 03580
  • Place, Gale River
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Franconia Notch State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Cannon Mountain Ski Area
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Whitefield, NH (HIE-Mount Washington Regional)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds, desk

Double Room, Mountain View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Comfort Single Room, 1 King Bed

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds, desk

Double Room, Mountain View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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 - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Franconia Notch State Park - 6 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Cannon Mountain Ski Area - 6 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • Cannon Mountain Aerial Tramway - 7 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • Flume Gorge - 15 min drive - 15.2 miles

Getting around

  • Whitefield, NH (HIE-Mount Washington Regional) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Inkwell Coffee & Tea House - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Littleton Diner - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Schilling Beer Co. - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Gale River House - Boutique Hotel

Motel near Gale River in Franconia
As a guest of Gale River House - Boutique Hotel, you'll find a garden and coffee/tea in a common area. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

This Franconia motel is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
Gale River House - Boutique Hotel offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Memory foam beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Pool gate

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

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • 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

There is no front desk at this property
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • Pets: USD 35 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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 35 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 smoke detector, 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.

Property Registration Number 39-3302354

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 House - Boutique Hotel to the airport?

Gale River House - Boutique Hotel is 19.4 mi (30-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 House - Boutique Hotel?

As of Jun 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gale River House - Boutique Hotel on Jun 7, 2026 start from $97, including 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 House - Boutique Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Gale River House - Boutique Hotel.

How close is Gale River House - Boutique Hotel to the beach?

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

Does Gale River House - Boutique Hotel offer free breakfast?

Gale River House - Boutique Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Gale River House - Boutique Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Gale River House - Boutique Hotel?

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

Is there free parking at Gale River House - Boutique Hotel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Gale River House - Boutique Hotel have a pool?

Gale River House - Boutique Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Gale River House - Boutique Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Gale River House - Boutique Hotel to downtown Franconia?

Gale River House - Boutique Hotel is 0.7 mi away from Franconia.

Gale River House - Boutique Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 97 out of 207 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 53 out of 207 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 207 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 207 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 207 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Omar

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Yaritza

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room , close to everything .
Love the mountain view !!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Absolutely perfect! “ Classic “ motel - BUT spotlessly clean. Perfect location to enjoy all area has to offer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Chelsea

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay. The room was VERY clean. No issues contacting management. Great spot between Loon and Bretton Woods. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great price, beds very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good room for the price
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was a very nice older motel.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Marieli

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was cleaned
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great awesome bargain new ownership. Give him a try. Kevin s
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views. Extremely responsive when we needed blankets (abrupt weather change when we were there); walking distance of delicious cafes
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay! Clean, quiet, simple, everything we were looking for. We will definitely be back!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We would have stayed longer if we could! The perfect location, perfect to get away and enjoy some quiet time surrounded by nature.... can’t wait to be back around this time next year!! Thank you for the hospitality
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The building is older but has large rooms and was exceptionally clean. Very peaceful and bed was very comfortable. We felt it was a great deal for the price. We’ll stay here again if we’re back in the area. It’s clean basic lodging for a great price!
View from our window at River Gale Motel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We are very happy. Very clean. I feel like I’m at my grandmothers house.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Seth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gail-Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view nice room for what I needed it for last minute! Loved the easy check in.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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6/10 Okay

Kelly

Disliked: Amenities
Ok
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great time when we were here. Awesome views Very peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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6/10 Okay

Lisa

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bathroom door didn’t close
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always enjoy our yearly visit to Franconia. The Gale River is a great spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great value and pleasant location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
I did enjoy the 1950’s - 1960’s nostalgic charm and the staff were nice. But could provide better amenities especially for showereing.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Beautiful view! Always clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025