The inn is in a beautiful spot however when we arrived new owners had taken over and in the process…read moreof updating the inn, we were not happy with our room due to the construction noise, no screens on the windows, the manager offered to give us our money back however, I never did receive it

Great experience, we were a little disappointed that we were not informed in advance that the…read moredining room be closed. The staff was very friendly and attentive, I hope the new management does as well. Hopefully we will see you the future.

We visited Black Bear Lodges for a weekend in April and we loved it so much we are going back for a…read moreweek in September. The lodges are even more beautiful than the pictures show. They are kept in immaculate condition and the owners are wonderful to work with. Had a great time and we can't wait to go back.

Just spent a wonderful week on beautiful 4th Lake at Black Bear Lodges. As we have a large family,…read morewe opted to book all available cabins & the lodge. This is a beautiful property with modern amenities and an abundance of on site or nearby activities for everyone. An absolutely perfect week!!!

My husband and I have stayed at the Marina Motel many times over the past several years. It is a…read moregreat location in the heart of the Adirondack Mountains surrounded by many beautiful lakes including The famous Fulton Chain of Lakes. The motel is always beautifully maintained, the owners are very helpful and friendly, and they include a substantial continental breakfast. Although we have moved to CA, we have always stayed at The Marina Motel when we return for visits to the Adirondacks. Julie and Irwin Nathanson

I saw there's a bad review on Yelp of this place- that's ridiculous! Forget that one-- this place…read moreis 5 stars. My wife and I travel all over, often, and we loved the Marina Motel. Back in the 1980s I used to come to this motel with my parents. I loved it because they had some games in the basement breakfast room. I was so glad to see they still had the vintage bowling game there in 2024! Jamie Lynn, who runs the motel, was KIND and helpful. She CARES about her guests and her place. It's such a clean place, from the outside to the inside. Gabby and Robert make it look GREAT. Meanwhile, breakfast is good, the location is perfect for walking to town and back... If you're looking for a place to stay in the Adirondacks, don't hesitate to book this place!

Great place. Low key and relaxing, but with access to the lake and use of canoes, kayaks, etc…read more Grills, table games, and ping pong available as well as free wi-fi. The proprietor, Jean, is SUPER friendly. He lent us a deck of cards, gave us helpful directions on which hikes to take and how to get there, and was noticeably friendly with other guests as well. Not a "fancy" place, but very cozy and comfortable, and great for people who want a low key getaway with options for relaxing near the cottages or hiking nearby. Check it out.

It is clean. That's the first thing everyone says about it and the first thing you notice when you…read morearrive. Yes the rooms are small, But they are smartly appointed and freshly painted. There are also some cabins for rent - I can't comment on them as I was staying in a regular room. The private beach on Seventh Lake is cute, lots of seating, a deck extending over the water, and a water slide. The proprietor goes out of her way to make guests feel welcome, with nice touches such as free hot coffee and toast in the office each morning (along with the small coffee maker that is in each room). The motel is just down the road (a mile or 2 at most) from downtown Inlet, a quaint Adirondack village with shopping and restaurants that is not at all overdone (I consider Old Forge to be overdone). Also just down the road the other direction from Inlet a couple hundred yards is a seaplane place where you can take beautiful short flights. Lots to do in the summer. Many well-marked hiking trails, fishing, swimming, etc all nearby. Great fun at a great price!

A basic, clean, cozy, comfortable Adirondack motel. Cottages also available and cabins available…read moreacross the road for week-long stays. The owner, Cherie is as nice as can be and works works works all day long and into the night, ensuring everything gets done that needs to get done. The motel is her livelihood, and she ensures that all guests are comfortable. The nightly bonfire at lakeside is a nice touch, and a good opportunity to relax and meet new friends. There are also canoes and kayaks available-free to guests, a water slide and swimming area. My wife and I stayed here a couple of times can couldn't be happier. Many guests return year after year. No, this is not the Waldorf Astoria. But it you are looking for a clean, comfortable stay, the Deer Meadows motel will fill your needs.

My family has been spending summers at The Waldhiem for most of two decades. There is no cell phone…read moreservice, no television, no radio. It is an amazing and relaxing vacation, and one of the most beautiful places in the world. The family that runs the campis amazing, not only in their care for their patrons, but for their love of the institution.

My parents, grandparents and I began going to the Waldheim in the summer of 1957. My father was a…read morestressed-out executive at GE and the Waldheim was exactly what he was looking for: no telephones, no tv, no noise, very few motor boats. It was heaven for him. My mother loved the food in the dining room, especially the pies. My grandfather loved the three hearty meals per day and the walk through the woods to go to the dining hall. My grandmother loved to sit in an Adirondack chair and look at the lake. Every morning at sunrise, Duane --- a jack of all trades -- would come in and make a fire in our fireplace. I slept on a rollaway bed in the living room, and I was always awake when Duane came in. The morning fire warmed up the water heater that stood behind the fireplace and it took the chill off the room. My grandfather woke up early, and he'd come out of his bedroom and every morning he'd call Duane by the name Larry. My grandfather and I would get dressed and hit the trail early to reach the dining room precisely when it opened. We'd walk up to the porch and a waitress would ring a large bell to let the resort know they were open. We could smell wood burning in the fireplace, bacon frying, coffee brewing, bread baking and pancakes on the griddle. By the time we were finished with breakfast, my parents would arrive with my grandmother and we'd all enjoy the rising sunlight dappling off the lake. When I looked through contemporary photos of the Waldheim today, I swear nothing has changed. Green water glasses in the dining room, canoes from the boat house on the dock, hikes to nearby lakes for picnics, fishing and swimming off docks in front of the cottages, reading lamps in the windows....it's all still there, unchanged and charming. When we stayed in Longview, we chased a huge white catfish around North Bay but we didn't catch it for years. When we did, we took a Kodak black and white photo of it that I still have. We spent hours canoeing around, floating through massive populations of exotic water lilies with massive blooms that were forbidden by law to pick. As we canoed, we would look down and see fish swimming lazily below us. I remember dragon flies darting around us, dipping to the surface and leaving circles like rain drops. At night, we would play cards and read. No tv. Everyone drank, and in those days my father would take an ice pick and break off large chunks of ice from a bin on the front porch. He'd carry the chunks to the bathroom sink and chop it up into cube-sized pieces. The ice had been cut from the lake in the winter and stored between layers of sawdust in the ice house down the road. All of our senses came alive at the Waldheim and, 47 years later, the smells and sunlight and canoeing across a silent bay all come back to me as some of my best memories of childhood.

We absolutely LOVE the Tap Room! I've been coming here since I was a kid. My grandma started…read morebringing my dad to Raquette Lake when he was 10 years old, so Raquette Lake has been part of our family for generations--and the Tap Room is a huge part of what we love about coming here. Kat and Mel are seriously the best bartenders ever. They work incredibly hard, they're fun, welcoming, and they're a huge part of what makes this place so special. The Tap Room is a true Adirondack dive bar, and that's exactly why we love it. It has so much character and absolutely no pretension. I'm honestly surprised by some of the negative reviews because you have to understand what this place is--it's a dive bar in Raquette Lake! The staff works their butts off, especially when the place gets busy, and they are the real deal. The food is exactly what you want here: burgers, sandwiches, snacks, and rotating specials. It's bar food, but it is SO yummy and always hits the spot. There are places you visit because they're fancy, and then there are places you return to year after year because they have history, personality, and people you genuinely look forward to seeing. The Tap Room is that kind of place for us. We love Raquette Lake, we love the Tap Room, and we'll keep coming back.

Rude wait staff, don't mention specials until they bring a sign out after we've ordered. They…read morecharge for every part of a sandwich, lettuce extra, mayo extra. Really? They're the only eating establishment in Raquette Lake. Take my advice, just go to either Blue Mountain Lake or Inlet. Ridiculous

This place is awesome! Right on Big Moose Lake, it feels like the Adirondacks. The food selection…read moreranges from hearty American to more modern, light fare. My sister-in-law had the Ahi Tuna Salad which was fresh tasting and good. My niece had Chicken Nuggets, typical kid food which she enjoyed. A few of us had the Prime Rib Special. It didn't disappoint. The meat was cooked as requested and served with tasty potato wedges and green beans. Service is efficient and friendly. Overall a relaxing, enjoyable experience.

Don't be fooled by the construction outside and semi divey interior, this is the joint to visit up…read morehere in the mountains. The wings are a must, nice and crispy. Also, the bartender runs the show all by herself and makes a mean old fashioned. Do yourself a favor and belly up with some libations and bar food done proper. I'll be stopping by every time this city dude is up here.

Very clean. Water pressure was fantastic. Bed was very comfortable. The air conditioning worked…read moregreat. I could not hear any outside noise while sleeping. The pool was clean & refreshing. The customer service was top notch. In the evening they made a fire in the fire pit, put a screen up, & we all got to watch a family movie. I toasted marshmallows & made hot dogs over the flames. They also had a propane grill one could use. The motel is very close to the attractions in the area. I would highly recommend this place. Especially for families on a budget.

This places is awesome. Nice rooms, never ran out of hot water while taking a shower. Just can't…read moresay enough about this place.

The Great Pines .....The Great DISAPOINTMENT!!!…read more I am an old customer of the former North Woods INN which is now under New Ownership, GREAT PINES. I LIve 4hours SOUTH in NYC. North Woods was well worth the journey and the Karoke {wkends) was special! Staff friendly and extremely helpful--stayed at the inn Four(4) occasions! I booked a reservation in February 2023 for May2023--a group of six(6) in Three(3) KING ROOMS(@ $280.00 each). I did not hear or have any communication with THE PINES until I CALLED THEM five (5) days before Our arrival in May. I spoke with a fast-talking employee who informed me that the KITCHEN was closed until June One-also the kitchen at the pub bar located just outside the main lodge. I was also branded"rude" by her because of my concerns. I also tried to calm us BOTH down but, SHE was having none of it! Our conversation ended on a very sarcastic " have a nice day!" The whole resasoning of traveling to this resorts was the Fact that ONE DID NOT HAVE TO DRIVE while eating and having a few drinks--NO DUi ! I called leaving a message for the OWNER(S) which was not addressed.. I did not persue a Refund for the monies put down for the reservations--THIS REVIEW is worth the price of Saving even one person from booking a stay. It is a very sad commentary to experience this unprofessional business attitude towards new and/or old customers. What kind of RESORT lets you Book in Advance and then Closes their kichens for renovations?? And dont inform their outstanding reseservation until way past the cancellation period?? Good Luck if this place remains your choice--stay in touch with them especially if you re coming to them from a distance.

I wish I could have a picture of the food to share but it was soooooo goood I could not wait!! This…read moreplace is awesome! The atmosphere is just gorgeous, the views are espectacular, the food is like not from this world.... I just can't really explain what an experience it was to be here! Pete & Marie-Claire Schneidman