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Plain Kate's Inc

2.0 star property
Motel in Franconia with free parking

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Plain Kate's Inc, in White Mountain National Forest, offers a genuine escape from daily routines. The surrounding woodland is perfect for unwinding, with hiking trails and natural scenery that let visitors experience the restorative power of spending time outdoors.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AED 390
AED 423 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec

Room options

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Classic Double or Twin Room, Mountain View | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double or Twin Room, Mountain View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Yard
Smart TV
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Digital channels
Wardrobe or closet
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Basic Room, Mountain View | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Room, Mountain View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Yard
Smart TV
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Digital channels
Wardrobe or closet
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
729 Main Street, Franconia, NH, 03580

What's nearby

  • Gale River - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Franconia Notch State Park - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Echo Lake Beach - 6 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Cannon Mountain Ski Area - 6 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Cannon Mountain Aerial Tramway - 7 min drive - 9.7 km

Getting around

  • Whitefield, NH (HIE-Mount Washington Regional) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cannon Mountain Ski Area - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Littleton Freehouse Taproom & Eatery - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Schilling Beer Co. - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪White Mountain Frosty Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Plain Kate's Inc

Motel near White Mountain National Forest
Located close to Franconia Notch State Park, Plain Kate's Inc has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
Room features
All guestrooms at Plain Kate's Inc have amenities such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Rainfall showers, shower/tub combinations, and shampoo
  • 32-inch Smart TVs with digital channels
  • Private yards, wardrobes/closets, and housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in room

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with digital channels

More

  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 1:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

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 cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Plain Kate's Inc Motel
Plain Kate's Inc Franconia
Plain Kate's Inc Motel Franconia

Frequently asked questions

Is Plain Kate's Inc pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Plain Kate's Inc?

As of 4 November 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Plain Kate's Inc on 1 December 2025 start from $115.29, 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.

How much is parking at Plain Kate's Inc?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Plain Kate's Inc?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Plain Kate's Inc?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Plain Kate's Inc located?

Situated in Franconia, this motel is steps from Gale River and 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from White Mountain National Forest. Frost Place is 2 mi (3.2 km) away.

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Reviews

Plain Kate's Inc Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

7.6

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 118 out of 176 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 46 out of 176 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 176 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 176 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 176 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff, pretty close to some bigger towns with restaurants and shopping
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I thoroughly enjoyed my stay here. The room was spacious, and the bed was incredibly comfortable. There’s a charming market and several restaurants just a short drive away. I would definitely stay here again. The staff was exceptionally friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is very quiet, the staff is amazing and the rooms are clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

srinivas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the hotel and staff very good and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for hiking, affordable, and clean!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Step back in time to this roadside motel! Decor Needs updates but for location it is great, close to Littleton and the Cannon Tram. Good hiking nearby. There isn’t much to see in Franconia but Littleton is adorable with shops and restaurants. Janice, The manager, Was very accommodating and personable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the property was cute. the owner was amazing and sweet. there wasn’t any electrical outlets in the bathroom and no mirror anywhere else- made it impossible to fix your hair unless you had your own. the location was perfect to a local coffee cafe and near the trails. great location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Larry

Clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our room was clean and tidy... parking was right outside the room...staff was friendly and helpful .. sleigh bed was very comfortable. Well maintained older motel without any frills.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super clean and comfortable. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This cute little hotel served us well! It's not fancy but the bed and the room were comfortable, and we really enjoyed talking with the manager.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Room was a basic motel room that was exceptionally clean and the beds were comfortable. I think the owner is working hard to improve the property. The office was a bit hard to locate and the property’s street sign showed a different name and then “at Plain Kate’s” which was a bit confusing. It’s located on the main street in town with easy access to I-93.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lowest prices within 20 miles, but very nice, so don't judge by price. Check out their quaint, spacious rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vivian L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I wish the room had a microwave, mini fridge and coffe maker just so i don't have to carry so many stuff from home lol but besides that i love this place , second year visiting and will continue to visit. Owner is very nice and makes you feel welcomed and checks on you to make sure you have everything you need. If you just want an affordable and safe place to sleep this is the place for you!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Melisa

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Good, the room was plain, as stated in the name of the facility. It was clean, bed was good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay. We slept well, room was clean. Front desk attendant was a sweetheart. However we are not users of marijuana and the front office smelled very much like Cheech and Chong spent a lot of time there. Not welcoming at all for non drug users. But if you do, you'll love it.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Plain Kate’s was fantastic! Super clean, spacious, comfy bed and very responsive host. I highly recommend it!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

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

My week away

The room was very clean and comfortable.janice was very polite professional and friendly. She would ask me if i needed anything. It was very quiet and relaxing. I will definately go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

shari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views, friendly staff, would definitely come back.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Talitha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay was lovely
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Moussa

Liked: Amenities
Close to our destination
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place and perfectly priced.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
For one night it worked.out for our need.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

kassy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great stay! The room was clean, and exactly what was needed for an overnight stay. Parking as convenient area is quiet and there are nearby restaurants and dinning option. Very old fashion and simple, no TV. Great stay would book again!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I appreciated the simplicity the property provided. It is a great getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024