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Recommended hotels in Paul Smiths

A log cabin interior with a sofa set, a coffee table, and a ceiling fan.

1. Sara Placid Inn & Suites

Sara Placid Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Saranac Lake
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (611 reviews)
"Very clean with all the necessities for a family stay"
Canada
Yael
The price is AED 264
AED 299 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Sara Placid Inn & Suites
A house with large windows and flower boxes on the exterior wall.

2. The Ashley

The Ashley
2.0 star property
Saranac Lake
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (80 reviews)
"Great place and great location in town."
United States
Thomas
The price is AED 242
AED 274 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
The Ashley
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a bar area.

3. Hotel Saranac Curio Collection By Hilton

Hotel Saranac Curio Collection By Hilton
4.0 star property
Saranac Lake
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (727 reviews)
"Nice bar and restaurant"
United States
Robert
The price is AED 449
AED 507 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hotel Saranac Curio Collection By Hilton
A large, two-story building with a symmetrical facade, featuring a central entrance flanked by columns, a covered porch, and a brick exterior.

4. Prescott House ADK

Prescott House ADK
2.0 star property
Saranac Lake
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (211 reviews)
"This is a great retreat after a hike or bike day, clean, well maintained and peaceful. Location is close to restaurants and amenities."
United States
Roger
The price is AED 360
AED 407 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Prescott House ADK
A lakeside hotel with multiple buildings, a dock, and a reflection in the water.

5. voco Saranac Lake NY - Waterfront by IHG

voco Saranac Lake NY - Waterfront by IHG
3.5 star property
Saranac Lake
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (940 reviews)
"Amazing property!"
United States
Sonney
The price is AED 496
AED 560 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
voco Saranac Lake NY - Waterfront by IHG
A deck with outdoor seating, a view of a mountain, and a small building in the background.

6. Mountain Lake Inn

Mountain Lake Inn
2.5 star property
Saranac Lake
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"The views from the hotel and parking lot was excellent."
United States
iji
The price is AED 375
AED 424 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Mountain Lake Inn
A house with a front porch, a blue Adirondack chair, and a garden with plants and a stone border.

7. Village Hideaway, 1 bdrm efficiency, private entrance. On the Rail Trail.

Village Hideaway, 1 bdrm efficiency, private entrance. On the Rail Trail.
Saranac Lake
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (122 reviews)
"I met both owners, Mary and Kevin. They are wonderful, friendly people. My room was so cozy and comfy, decorated beautifully, and the bathroom had everything I needed. Please use VRBO to book Village Hideaway, as Expedia does not make finding messages easy."
United States
Louise
The price is AED 422
AED 610 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Village Hideaway, 1 bdrm efficiency, private entrance. On the Rail Trail.
A lakeside hotel with a stone facade, outdoor seating, and a balcony overlooking the water.

8. Gauthier's Saranac Lake Inn

Gauthier's Saranac Lake Inn
3.0 star property
Saranac Lake
7.8 out of 10, Good, (793 reviews)
"The views were lovely."
United States
Debi
The price is AED 390
AED 477 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Gauthier's Saranac Lake Inn
A spacious room with large windows, wooden walls, and a central seating area with a table and chairs.

9. Laurel Lake Placid

Laurel Lake Placid
3.5 star property
Lake Placid
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,081 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay!"
United States
Paula
The price is AED 262
AED 351 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Laurel Lake Placid
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a built-in microwave, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.

10. Conklin Cottage – Your Adirondack Escape

Conklin Cottage – Your Adirondack Escape
Saranac Lake
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (33 reviews)
"Very comfortable. My son and I had a nice stay."
United States
Mark L.
The price is AED 393
AED 926 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Conklin Cottage – Your Adirondack Escape
A circular stone fire pit with four Adirondack chairs around it, set on a paved patio with a scenic view of mountains and autumn foliage.

11. Grandview Lake Placid

Grandview Lake Placid
3.5 star property
Lake Placid
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,775 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Jaqueline Sophy
The price is AED 390
AED 441 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Grandview Lake Placid
A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign reading "HOTEL SARANAC".

12. Adirondack Mountain View Retreat – Downtown Saranac Lake

Adirondack Mountain View Retreat – Downtown Saranac Lake
Saranac Lake
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (38 reviews)
"We enjoy staying here when we are in Saranac Lake visiting my son and grandchildren."
United States
Lisa P.
The price is AED 393
AED 926 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Adirondack Mountain View Retreat – Downtown Saranac Lake
A living room with a wooden floor, a leather sofa, a TV mounted on a wooden cabinet, a fireplace, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

13. Renovated Adirondack Getaway Downtown Saranac Lake - Sleeps 7

Renovated Adirondack Getaway Downtown Saranac Lake - Sleeps 7
Saranac Lake
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (44 reviews)
"Great property!"
United States
Richard D.
The price is AED 393
AED 926 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Renovated Adirondack Getaway Downtown Saranac Lake - Sleeps 7
A modern lounge area with leather sofas, a flat-screen TV, a fireplace, and a view of a lake and mountains.

14. Lake Placid Inn Boutique Hotel

Lake Placid Inn Boutique Hotel
3.0 star property
Lake Placid
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,040 reviews)
"Nice hotel, very clean, helpful staff"
United States
Carla
The price is AED 380
AED 430 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Lake Placid Inn Boutique Hotel
A beach with a lifeguard tower, a dock, and a calm lake surrounded by hills.

15. Pet-Friendly Saranac Lake Retreat w/ Deck & Yard

Pet-Friendly Saranac Lake Retreat w/ Deck & Yard
Saranac Lake
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (49 reviews)
"The cottage was a quintessential Adirondack cottage. It was quaint yet roomy. It was close to so much! Would definitely stay here again."
United States
Julie I.
The price is AED 522
AED 1,361 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Pet-Friendly Saranac Lake Retreat w/ Deck & Yard
A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a bar area in the background, and a rustic interior design.

16. Cascade Inn

Cascade Inn
2.0 star property
Lake Placid
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (96 reviews)
"Always an awesome stay here, can’t recommend it enough."
United States
Anthony
The price is AED 274
AED 310 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Cascade Inn
A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, wooden beams, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

17. Hampton Inn & Suites Lake Placid

Hampton Inn & Suites Lake Placid
2.5 star property
Lake Placid
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Perfect location, beautiful view from the lake view rooms."
United States
Shari
The price is AED 427
AED 483 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Hampton Inn & Suites Lake Placid
A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a nightstand, a mirror, a wardrobe, and a window with a view of a lake and mountains.

18. Maple Leaf Inn - Lake Placid

Maple Leaf Inn - Lake Placid
2.0 star property
Lake Placid
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (455 reviews)
"great place"
Canada
Shital Tristan
The price is AED 281
AED 318 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Maple Leaf Inn - Lake Placid
Indoor pool

19. Rodeway Inn Lake Placid South

Rodeway Inn Lake Placid South
2.0 star property
Lake Placid
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,005 reviews)
"The front desk clerk was very helpful recommending places to eat."
United States
Brian
The price is AED 247
AED 279 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
Rodeway Inn Lake Placid South
A lakeside view of a row of houses with a forest backdrop.

20. Grand Adirondack Hotel, Lake Placid, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Grand Adirondack Hotel, Lake Placid, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
3.5 star property
Lake Placid
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (289 reviews)
"Great location!"
Canada
Jamie
The price is AED 378
AED 428 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Grand Adirondack Hotel, Lake Placid, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Learn more about Paul Smiths

Nestled in the Adirondacks, this wilderness gateway offers pristine lakes for paddling and the Paul Smith's College VIC for hiking scenic trails. Rangers at the visitor center know which forest paths have fewer people, while nearby St. Regis Mountain rewards climbers with panoramic views.

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A pond surrounded by dense forest and a hill in the background.

Top reviews in Paul Smiths

A large, two-story building with a symmetrical facade, featuring a central entrance flanked by columns, a covered porch, and a brick exterior.
Prescott House ADK

Prescott House ADK

Prescott House ADK
Saranac Lake

10/10 Excellent

A unique place. rebuilt older mansion very nicely done. loved the experience and the caretaker was quite a nice guy. I was travelling on my own and it was so nice to stay in a place that is not just a cookie cutter chain hotel.
United States
kevin
Reviewed August 21, 2025
Prescott House ADK

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best hostels in Paul Smiths?

Our guests like these accommodations in the surrounding area, and they may offer budget-friendly nightly rates: Your private hill-top furnished glamping site on 50 private Adirondack acres - 6.4 mi (10.2 km) from the heart of Paul Smiths. Property features at this hotel include free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Grandview Lake Placid - 16.8 mi (27.1 km) from the heart of Paul Smiths. Located within a 10-minute walk of Mirror Lake and Olympic Center. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and multilingual staff at this hotel. Laurel Lake Placid - 16.6 mi (26.7 km) from the heart of Paul Smiths. You can take advantage of free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool at this hotel. High Peaks Resort - 16.6 mi (26.7 km) from the heart of Paul Smiths. Located within a 10-minute walk of Mirror Lake. You can take advantage of free WiFi, free parking, and a TV in a common area at this motel. Mountain Lake Inn - 10.8 mi (17.4 km) from the heart of Paul Smiths. Located within a 5-minute walk of Mirror Lake. Property features at this hotel include free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking.

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Paul Smiths?

Good weather's definitely a plus when you want to venture out and explore, so here's a little information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 62°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 21°F. The snowiest months in Paul Smiths are January, December, March, and February, with each month seeing an average of 19 inches of snowfall.

What is there to see and do in Paul Smiths?

Depending on what interests you, you might enjoy some places near Paul Smiths. Get out into nature with places like The Great Lawn, Upper Saint Regis Lake, and Jones Pond. Cultural attractions include Pendragon Theatre, Robert Louis Stevenson Cottage and Museum, and Saranac Laboratory Museum. Additional attractions include Paul Smith's College Visitor Interpretive Center, Paul Smiths College, and Saint Regis Canoe Area.

What's the best way to get to and around Paul Smiths while staying at a hostel?

Keep this information about transit options in and around Paul Smiths on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Saranac Lake, NY (SLK-Adirondack Regional), located 4.7 mi (7.5 km) from the city center. An alternative is Lake Placid, NY (LKP), located 18.6 mi (29.9 km) away.