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Mountain Lake Inn

2.5 star property

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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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487 Lake Flower Avenue, Saranac Lake, NY, 12983
  • Place, Lake Flower
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Pendragon Theatre
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Saranac Lake Adirondack Scenic Railroad Station
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Saranac Lake, NY (SLK-Adirondack Regional)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Ground Floor, Queen Sofabed, Desk, Microwave and Refrigerator, Wi-Fi

  • Sleeps 4

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Second Floor, Microwave and Refrigerator, Wi-Fi

  • Sleeps 2

King Room with Mobility Accessible Roll-In Shower - Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 3

2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Pet Friendly Room, Ground Floor, Microwave and Refrigerator, Wi-Fi

  • Sleeps 4

Second Floor Two Queen Beds Room with Desk

  • Sleeps 4

Second Floor Two Queen Beds Room

  • Sleeps 4

Two Queen Beds Room with Bathtub

  • Sleeps 4

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Second Floor, Queen Sofabed, Microwave and Refrigerator, Wi-Fi

  • Sleeps 4

2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Ground Floor, Desk, Microwave and Refrigerator, Wi-Fi

  • Sleeps 4

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Second Floor, Queen Sofabed, Desk, Microwave and Refrigerator, Wi-Fi

  • Sleeps 4

2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Ground Floor, Microwave and Refrigerator, Wi-Fi

  • Sleeps 4

About the area

Saranac Lake

At Best Western Saranac Lake you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of Lake Flower and within 30 minutes of Saranac Laboratory Museum. Highlights at this hotel include free continental breakfast, an indoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .Enjoy the kids' swimming pool and pool loungers. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of free extended parking. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this Saranac Lake hotel include Mount Pisgah Ski Area and Lake Placid Center for the Arts.

Getting around

  • Saranac Lake, NY (SLK-Adirondack Regional) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stewart's Shops - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Stewart's Shops - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪A-1 Buffet & Sushi - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Nori's, Good Food Naturally - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Mountain Lake Inn

Best Western Saranac Lake offers its guests an indoor pool and a children's pool. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A business centre and a meeting room are available. Free breakfast is available daily. Event space at this hotel measures 988 square feet (92 square metres) and includes conference space. A terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine are also featured at Best Western Saranac Lake. Free self parking is available.

This Saranac Lake hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 69 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 988 sq ft of conference space
  • 92 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1992
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
Best Western Saranac Lake offers 69 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and free newspapers. Beds feature premium bedding. Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers are provided.

Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead and a hydromassage showerhead, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

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 transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Babysitting
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Indoor pool
  • Mini-fridge
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Guidebooks
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 988 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1992
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding
  • Queen sofa bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 45.20
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 50.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per accommodation, per night
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.00 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 25 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 45.20 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.00 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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
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, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Up to 3 children aged 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Best Western Saranac Lake?

Yep, Best Western Saranac Lake has a free self car park, free extended parking and free RV/bus/truck parking.

Are there any beaches close to Best Western Saranac Lake?

The closest beach to Best Western Saranac Lake is Lake Placid Public Beach (11.4 km).

Does Best Western Saranac Lake have a pool?

Best Western Saranac Lake has an indoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Does Best Western Saranac Lake serve breakfast?

Yep, free continental breakfast is on offer daily between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Best Western Saranac Lake?

No, Best Western Saranac Lake does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Best Western Saranac Lake?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Mountain Lake Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 388 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 352 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 156 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 62 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 1000 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Dave

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Eriona

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
It was good for price
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

mike

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
room was clean staff was very nice, Sebastian was great and cleaning staff were great
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Saltanat

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

james

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
YES
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine, Potsdam

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles, Staten Island

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

angela

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bob

Liked: Staff & service
11 on a 10 scale…..friendly, quiet,clean
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Frank, Kinnelon

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good stay and convenient location to area hospital
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Karen

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean but hallways were dirty . Food area was messy, tables dirty, trash bins overflowing
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Sujit, North York

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Room were so dusty, you can literally notice the dust on curtains.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Travelled with family
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Bibi

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very nice and convenient location. Room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Rebecca

Travelled with family
We stayed for three nights and were VERY disappointed in the experience based on the price we paid ($600). The pool heater was broken for the whole stay and the pool was frigid. The pool was the primary reason I booked this hotel and would have booked a less expensive option if we had been notified before check-in that the pool was not usable. The front desk person told us "I'm just a part time employee, do you want me to check you out since the pool is not working?" when I asked if the pool would be repaired at all for the weekend. Additionally, there was no housekeeping available for our three night stay, acknowledged only by a note slipped under our door that they did not have housekeeping available. Breakfast was mediocre and the sheets on the bed had stains. Location was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Drew

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Travelled with family
Indoor pool was too cold for kids. Very disappointing. The check in lady was great!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Noreen

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was terrible. Cold eggs, sausage. No toast, bagels. I would go back but plan on out for breakfast which we did this trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Anabela

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

OUTDATED

Very outdated and was given a handicap room with bo shower door or curtain - so strange!!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Janet

The location is great. Nice place.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wilmer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ginger

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We left day early - bathroom door was moldy, tv iffy, room cabinets warped. There was no problem with refund when I showed registration photos of the damage.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very nice and hard working. Room was clean and comfortable. Great location, close to hiking/biking. I definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025