The Pines Inn Lake Placid

2.5 star property
Hotel near Mirror Lake in Lake Placid

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Terrace/patio
Interior
Reception
Interior
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
2302 Saranac Ave, Lake Placid, NY, 12946
  • Mirror Lake
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Lake Placid Winter Olympic Museum
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Olympic Center
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Lake Placid, NY (LKP)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

7.6 out of 10
Good
(14 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Lake Placid

Hillcrest stay.At this Hillcrest hotel, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Mirror Lake and Main Street. Mid's Park and St. Eustace Episcopal Church are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Mirror Lake - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Lake Placid Center for the Arts - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Lake Placid Winter Olympic Museum - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Olympic Center - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Lake Placid Adirondack Scenic Railroad Station - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Lake Placid, NY (LKP) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Joan Weill Student Center - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Lake Placid Pub & Brewery - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Pickled Pig - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Emma's Lake Placid Creamery - ‬10 min walk

About this property

The Pines Inn Lake Placid

Hotel near Mirror Lake in Lake Placid
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. A library, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at The Pines Inn Lake Placid. Self parking is free.

This Lake Placid hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 35 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • Ski lift tickets
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
The Pines Inn Lake Placid offers 35 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, German

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Library
  • Personal motorized watercraft
  • Ski passes

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

Renovations and closures

The following facilities will be closed during June, January, February, April, May, and March:
  • Hot tub

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

  • Pets: USD 30 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • 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

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet (varies based on length of 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Pines Inn Lake Placid to the airport?

The Pines Inn Lake Placid is 2.6 mi (5-min drive) away from the Lake Placid, NY (LKP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Pines Inn Lake Placid?

As of Jun 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Pines Inn Lake Placid on Jul 24, 2025 start from $89.49, 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 The Pines Inn Lake Placid have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Pines Inn Lake Placid.

How close is The Pines Inn Lake Placid to the beach?

This hotel is 0.8 mi (2-min drive) from Lake Placid Public Beach and 12.9 mi (21-min drive) from Wilmington Town Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Pines Inn Lake Placid offer free breakfast?

The Pines Inn Lake Placid does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Pines Inn Lake Placid?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Pines Inn Lake Placid?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at The Pines Inn Lake Placid?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Pines Inn Lake Placid have a pool?

The Pines Inn Lake Placid does not have a pool.

Does The Pines Inn Lake Placid have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Pines Inn Lake Placid have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Pines Inn Lake Placid to downtown Lake Placid?

The Pines Inn Lake Placid is 1 mi away from Lake Placid.

The Pines Inn Lake Placid Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 246 out of 832 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 284 out of 832 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 153 out of 832 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 83 out of 832 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 66 out of 832 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Tony

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Underwhelming Service

First place I have ever stayed where there was NOBODY at the front desk to greet you. They have an automated check-in process that requires you to take photos of your ID. I called the property while on my way to ask about early check-in and was told there would be a $35 charge. First time for that, too, but I was in no position to decline, given the very late check-in time of 4:00 and the fact that I was in town for an event that started before then. I was not pleased to arrive and still have to wait for a human to get a key for me, after having paid extra, and then finding that he was letting others check in just a few minutes later (still an hour early) without charging them $35. It’s a nice old hotel that looks like it used to be quite grand many years ago, but now it gives off a creepy Overlook Hotel (The Shining) vibe, especially with no people around. Needless to say, I don’t plan to return. At least I made it out alive.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cleaner, quieter, less run-down and better staffed than anticipated - great sleep, affordable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Wade

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
More reasonable price than most places to stay in Lake Placid (considering all i was looking for is a placeto sleep and shower). Comfortable bed, clean room and bathroom, comfortable (sun heated rooms to point i needed to open the window to cool it down. It's an older building needing some attention, but is acceptable for a place to crash.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Reed

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Esther

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
There was no housekeeping, and I stayed for a week. The room itself was fine. There was no front desk staff, and I did not have access to ice. Asked the restaurant everyday!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Patricia

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
As a fan of historical and eclectic places, I liked the Pines Inn a lot. There is a lot to look and the place has a whimsical vibe. If you expect luxury, this place is not for you. If you have mobility issues, this place is not for you. We visited in the winter. The parking was ample and the location is central to LP. In walking distance to several coffee shops and eateries. We also appreciated the pet friendly environment. I would go back again, the rates are fair and we prefer indulging on eateries rather than have a 5* hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Aaron

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

James

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

LOWER THAN ONE STAR

No elevator only stairs and a lot of them. No handicap access. No one at the desk. No help from management, even by Phone. The first night we were awoken by water pouring into our room because of a broken fire system pipe (Not a Fire.). We were soaked as well as all our luggage. There was water flowing throughout the stairways and the ceiling. When we got to the lobby no one would speak to us. They were more concerned with the noise disturbing other customers and were only interested in getting the alarm to stop. We waited as long as we could for help but as it was the middle of February and we needed to get to a warm room and dry off, the fire department recommended a couple of places that may have a room. It was now one in the morning so with no help from management to be found we left and were lucky enough to find a room and began drying out at Two in the morning. The next day we returned to the pines to discuss things. They said we would be responsible for all charges because we left and they now had a room available. We were told we didn't canceled correctly. I told them our room with water pouring into it canceled not us. The manager said that's their policy. I said I wanted a full refund and as of yet neither the Pines nor the Booking company has refunded a dime. It’s crazy to involve an attorney but this management company is terrible so they give you no alternative.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It’s an old timer with lots of character. It has great lobby and great room (fireplace, old leather furniture etc. I like that kind of hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angelina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Affordable and great
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

michael

Traveled with family
Dirty, dilapidated, dry rot, mold, holes everywhere. It was marginal when I last stayed there three years ago. Not sure anyone has even vacuumed the place since then.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall nice and quite.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Mike

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only way to talk to anyone at the front desk was in a email or text , very inconvenient when i was trying to get checked in or when i was trying to lengthen my trip
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

JingYe

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very old overall. Staff were nice except there were very few people working. The beds are loud and old/unstable. The bathroom was not very appealing either as the shower barely worked. No microwave or fridge. There is a nice large lobby though to hang out at with coffee and tea.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We like everything but the fact they have no elevator and we have bad knees and the tv kept buffing, and couldn't watch it most of the time
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yelena

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Olivier

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Franklin

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tracy

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not happy

Dusty, dated, smelly bed cover, previous occupiers rubbish in the bin, very little water coming out of the shower, poor sound proofing, window blind was broken. Awful room
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

robert

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Margaret

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cold in room. Slept in hoodie. No hot water in sink. Needs major updating. Redneck Bistro was great. Mattress was comfy. Need heavier blankets in winter. If I stayed again I would bring a sleeping bag.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness
There was a lot to like ... the location is good, the hotel was clean, the parking lot was kept clear of new snow. But it's hard to get past the age of the building. There is a definite musty odor, but it's not too strong and is expected with a building this old. The floors are also quite slanted. I felt like I was walking down hill going from one side of my room into the bathroom. The thing I disliked the most was not having anyone at the front desk. I was told that I would get an email on the day of check-in to provide instructions. When I didn't receive anything, I emailed the hotel. I received a response pretty quickly, but was just told that there would be an envelope on the counter inside the hotel, with my name and room number written on it. Inside was my key. An actual key with a room tag on it. Overall, it was okay. I really just wanted to place to sleep and shower and that's what it was.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Mina E

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We were grateful for the friendliness and accommodation of the staff to our requests. This hotel is in a great location and the lodging is comfortable and clean. It is a work in progress as they are renovating it over time, and it has excellent bones. The food at the restaurant next to the lobby was very good! If you're traveling to the area and plan to spend most of your time outside, don't want to spend a fortune, and don't need a five-star hotel rating - I can happily recommend this location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025