Franconia Inn

Our midweek stay at the Franconia Inn in August was the most relaxed and fun getaway we've enjoyed in a long while. All of the staff we interacted with were friendly, welcoming, and helpful. We also loved that this big rambling inn had so many places to gather and enjoy, including a screened porch, the front porch with comfortable chairs, a covered patio, game rooms, a library, a pool with lounge chairs, a great outdoor hot tub, trails, and more. What was amazing was that the weather in the valley where the inn is located was much milder and sunnier than in Franconia Notch itself. We were able to find plenty to do, even when the weather wasn't perfect, including a short hike and the Franconia Arts Walk. Meals weren't included with our booking so we tried some local eateries and also reserved for breakfast at the inn one morning and dinner one evening. The food was imaginative and delicious. We also had cocktails and dessert in the pub one evening. Looking forward to going back for a fall or winter stay next.

The historic inn has been around for a long time so it's not modern and every room is different. That appeals to us but might not be for everyone. Also note that the air conditioners are window units (ours worked fine).

The sitting room with a fireplace near the lobby was very cozy. The hamburgers and the hand cut fries were the best I have ever had! The bed was very comfortable. The option of horse riding was great. The view was phenomenal! we enjoyed both nature and watching the glider planes take off. Location of Inn was perfect. Staff was very friendly and helpful.

having outlets close to you was challenging but doable. the shower water could have been hotter.

The horseback trail ride was really nice. The Inn is centrally located for exploring the trails and sites in the area.

Unfortunately for us the Inn’s restaurant and pub was closed on the Monday and Tuesday we were there, but there were plenty of places in nearby Bethlehem and Littleton. They did serve breakfast every day and it was very good.

In a lovely position to explore the White Mountains. A ski resort feel with plenty of pine in the basement bar and the rooms.

A shame the pub/bar isn’t open every day so you have to drive 8 miles to find a restaurant. Although the young man(sorry don’t know his name) on breakfast was very helpful and friendly we had to wait a very long time for our breakfast. It was nice though!

This nice inn gave us the authentic atmosphere we were after, with great location and wonderful view and scenic roads all around.

The air conditioner was old, noisy and annoying. The room was very small. The place itself was not too clean, as well was the pool. The food was bad too.

Very good evening meal and breakfast and coffee available at any time. Comfortable room and interesting old building.excellent local information provided.

Restaurant and bar were closed on Monday and Tuesday and nearest alternative was a car ride away.

This 19th century inn is beautiful. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The food at the Peaks Pub was delicious. Each room had a binder filled with information about local things to do. The outdoor pool and hot tub were a great way to relax.

Nothing.

Lovely Inn in a perfect location close to the White Mountains. Donna was very warm and gracious in her hospitality, and had some great hiking recommendations.

A lovely historic inn with lots of wide open space around it. I enjoyed walking around the property into the meadow at dusk and listened to all the birds singing, and the small private plane grass air strip across the street. My daughter loved the horse stable and her ride was a highlight of our entire east coast excursion. We are from Los Angeles and this was much a much-needed nature reset and family time.

Only that there weren’t other cafes or restaurants within walking distance besides the Inn.

My wife and I went up for one night for her birthday. There is a good amount to do near the inn. We had a fantastic breakfast at the inn before going to hike the flume gorge which was only about 15 minutes away. We plan to go back with our kids.