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Placid Bay Inn

2187 Saranac Avenue, Lake Placid, NY 12946-1013
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Placid Bay Inn
Ranked #3 of 17 Lake Placid B&B and Inns
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    5 of 5 stars
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Toronto, Canada
Contributor
15 reviews 15 reviews
13 hotel reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2013

It seems weird to put out an average review after all the previous wow's, but the truth is this is an expensive budget accommodation. For the $135 I paid, I would have gotten much better value somewhere else. The room we had initially given was at the lower level, very dark and a bit tiny. The kitchenette is actually a... More

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sunintree, Owner at Placid Bay Inn, responded to this review
19 April 2013

Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review. I'm sorry you were less then happy. When travelers make a reservation with us, we always go in and freshen the room before their arrival, including turning on the heat or air-conditioning. Since you were renting the room off the street we were unable to freshen it for... More

New York, New York, United States
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 March 2013

This place is amazing. We had one of the newly renovated rooms and the views were awesome. Tyra at the front desk was really helpful, and extremely nice. We will be back, and are looking forward to it.

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sunintree, Owner at Placid Bay Inn, responded to this review
30 March 2013

Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a lovely review! Tyra and I (Denise) greatly enjoyed getting a chance to meet and speak with you both. I hope you enjoyed your third anniversary with us. We both hope you get a chance to get out of the city and enjoy Lake Placid in the warmer seasons.... More

Remsen, New York
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 March 2013

My wife and I are regular visitors to Lake Placid and like to stay close to Main Street. We found this location fitting that need and at a very reasonable price. The King suite with kitchenette gave us great options for breakfast and kicking back for a cocktail without having to sit on a bed! While the walk to the... More

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sunintree, Owner at Placid Bay Inn, responded to this review
23 March 2013

Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review. We were very happy that you both enjoyed your stay with us. We hope you will be able to come back when the Lake isn't frozen and we have the free canoes for you to use. The Adirondack chairs right on the Lake in our backyard, with the... More

Montreal, Canada
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 March 2013 via mobile

We had a nice week-end at this hotel. We reserved online through the Lake Placid touristic website. The hotel never received our reservation but, the women at the hotel gave us a room without any problem.

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sunintree, Owner at Placid Bay Inn, responded to this review
23 March 2013

Thank you for your kind review. Even though we all depend so much on computers and email, they are not perfect. I always suggest having contact with a real live person to confirm your reservation/plans. I am glad we were able to accommodate you for the busy weekend, and hope you enjoyed the free upgrade. Our family has been working... More

Gatineau, Quebec, Canada
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 March 2013

My family and friends of my kids had a wonderful time in the Country Comfort cottage by the lake. The cottage is cozy and perfect for a spring break skiing holiday. Everything was very clean. Service was courteous. Small points to improve: more dishes in the kitchen and mattresses could be better, Location is great. Walking distance from downtown Lake... More

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sunintree, Manager at Placid Bay Inn, responded to this review
19 March 2013

We are happy to read you and your family enjoyed the Country Comfort cottage so much. It really is a great little cottage, especially for families. We already have our Spring renovation projects/ new purchases planned, which includes new matress purchases, but thank you for your suggestions. Thank you for taking the time to write a review, we value our... More

Hamilton, Canada
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 February 2013

Fairly basic place. The bathrooms were very clean. Location is far enough out of Lake Placid to make a walk to the downtown impractical. Front desk staff were very friendly. This is a decent place for the budget conscious.

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sunintree, Manager at Placid Bay Inn, responded to this review
27 February 2013

Hello and thank you for taking the time to write a review. We are glad that you enjoyed your stay and found the room you reserved of a good value and very clean. We are glad we can provide various accommodations to suit each individuals' budget, and happy you found the economical room to your liking. Our Inn, is located... More

Lee, Massachusetts
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews 7 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 February 2013

Our stay at the inn was great. First when I called to book the room the woman who answered was extremely helpful. when we arrived a different woman at the front desk was also very helpful offering us directions to local necessities and attractions. Our room was nice and clean with a large closet and kitchenette area. Each day when... More

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sunintree, Manager at Placid Bay Inn, responded to this review
27 February 2013

Happy to hear your getaway to Lake Placid and stay with us was a very enjoyable and positive experience. Since we are a family run business, we treat everyone, as we would like to be treated when traveling. Thank you for appreciating our effort, our cleaning and our Inn. The Lakeside Queen with kitchenette room you stayed in, is one... More

Winchester, Massachusetts
Reviewer
4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 January 2013

If you are looking for a reasonable, clean room just around the corner from main street in Lake Placid, here it is! I was there on a Thursday night and it was nice and quiet. I made a mistake with the on-line booking (only booked one night instead of two) and the staff were very helpful in finding me a... More

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sunintree, Manager at Placid Bay Inn, responded to this review
24 January 2013

We are so glad we could help you find a room for your additional Friday night stay. We thank you for recognizing our effort with your considerate review. We have all made errors in booking, glad we could be of assistance, especially since it was a Holiday weekend. We look forward to having you as our repeat guest in the... More

Buffalo, New York
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 January 2013

We first visited Placid Bay Inn over the summer and were happy to find a room for a weekend getaway in January. We will definitely keep Placid Bay Inn as our top choice of places to stay in LP. It is a great location, the owner is very friendly and accommodating, it's clean and the rooms are nice. Love it!

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sunintree, Manager at Placid Bay Inn, responded to this review
24 January 2013

So happy to hear you guys enjoyed your stay, despite not having the room with the kitchenette that you liked last time. We sure do appreciate your feedback and are glad you enjoyed this room as well:) Our continued success comes from great repeat guests like you, so thank you again for taking the time to write a nice review.... More

Toronto
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 January 2013

My boyfriend and I stayed here this past weekend during a snowboarding trip. We stayed in the king bed + kitchenette room. We loved it, super cozy! Big closet with more than enough room for our snowboards, gear, and luggage. The kitchenette was perfect, we were able to make our own breakfasts and keep all our drinks cold. The bathroom... More

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sunintree, Manager at Placid Bay Inn, responded to this review
16 January 2013

We are so happy to read you enjoyed your weekend away, here at the Placid Bay! Thank you for taking the time out, to write a review, it means so much to us that our guests enjoy their accommodations. We look forward to having you and your boyfriend back for a return visit, thank you again for your honest and... More

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Also Known As:
Placid Bay Hotel Lake Placid
Placid Bay Hotel
Address: 2187 Saranac Avenue, Lake Placid, NY 12946-1013
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Region: United States > New York > Lake Placid
Amenities:
Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Children Activities Kitchenette Room Service Shuttle Bus service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #3 of 17 B&Bs / Inns in Lake Placid
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Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Adirondack ambiance surrounds you in our picturesque Inn located right on Placid Lake with magnificent views of Whiteface Mt. Relax in a comfortably appointed room, suite or cottage. We have updated & remodeled our accommodations including: upscale towels, bedding, and bathrooms, many with deep soaking tubs. Our Inn offers free Wi-Fi, canoes, outdoor pool, and Adirondack chairs for lounging by the Lake. Enjoy a leisurely stroll to downtown shops & restaurants. Visit our web site for details on our numerous year-round packages and online reservations. ... more   less 

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