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Gale River House - Boutique Hotel

Property class: 2

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A room with a bed, a round wooden table with chairs, a lamp, and a view of mountains through a window.
A room with a view of mountains, a round wooden table with vases, two wicker chairs, and a lamp.
A room with a bookshelf, framed pictures, a lamp, a chair, and a window with curtains.
A wicker sofa with a floral cushion, a green mug with text, and a small potted plant on a patio.
A red brick building with a sign reading 'Gale River House.' A vintage white and red truck is parked in front.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$182
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept

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

View all photos for Double Room, Mountain View

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and framed botanical illustrations on the wall.

Double Room, Mountain View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Comfort Single Room, 1 King Bed

A neatly made bed with floral-patterned pillows, a headboard with a decorative panel, and framed botanical illustrations on the wall.

Comfort Single Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Mountain View

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, a small table with a vase, and a window with a view of greenery.

Double Room, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Franconia

At Gale River House - Boutique Hotel, you'll be 0.1 km (0.1 mi) from Gale River and 6.9 km (4.3 mi) from Franconia Notch State Park. Highlights at this motel include in-room free WiFi and LCD TVs. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas and a garden. Additionally, you'll find a seasonal outdoor swimming pool. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this Franconia motel include White Mountain National Forest and Cannon Mountain Ski Area.
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What's nearby

  • Gale River - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Franconia Notch State Park - 6 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Cannon Mountain Ski Area - 6 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Cannon Mountain Aerial Tramway - 7 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Flume Gorge - 15 min drive - 24.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Inkwell Coffee & Tea House - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Gale River House - Boutique Hotel

Gale River House - Boutique Hotel offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

This Franconia motel is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
Gale River House - Boutique Hotel offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Memory foam beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 32-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit 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

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 uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Virtual front desk

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge
  • 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 10:00 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 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

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

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 50 per accommodation, 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 all accommodation.

Property Registration Number 39-3302354

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in October.

Property is also known as

Gale River Motel Motel
Gale River Motel Franconia
Gale River Motel Motel Franconia

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Gale River House - Boutique Hotel?

Gale River House - Boutique Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Gale River House - Boutique Hotel?

As of 13 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gale River House - Boutique Hotel on 14 Sept 2026 start from AU$182, 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.

Is parking available at Gale River House - Boutique Hotel?

Yep, Gale River House - Boutique Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Gale River House - Boutique Hotel?

The closest beach to Gale River House - Boutique Hotel is Echo Lake Beach (8 km).

Does Gale River House - Boutique Hotel have a pool?

Gale River House - Boutique Hotel has a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is open from May to October.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Gale River House - Boutique Hotel?

No, Gale River House - Boutique Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Gale River House - Boutique Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Gale River House - Boutique Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 132 out of 250 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 59 out of 250 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 250 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 250 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 250 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Corey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean inn & beautiful location!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Francis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super-clean, quiet, and convenient to nearby attractions, Gale River House met and exceeded expectations—and at a reasonable price!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
such a cute boutique motel. clean and modern and such a cool spot.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot with a great view and even though it’s on a main road it’s very quiet and the rooms are all tucked way off the road. I’ll definitely come back
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was such a cute boutique hotel. It was clean and well decorated. We enjoyed playing catch with the kids in the field and the views. One note is the beds are a little firm, but look brand new! We would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeanmarie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely and affordable spot for a quick trip to the White Mountains. Clean and comfortable. Convenient location—walk to brewery, coffee shop, grocery. Lots of hiking trails. Lovely view.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Suresh

Liked: Cleanliness
Dated but cheap and well-situated motel. Good way to show teens what motels are.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Omar

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great price, beds very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good room for the price
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Richard

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

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great value and pleasant location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marieli

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was cleaned
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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