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9 / 10 Guest Rating

Gale River Motel

1 Main St, Franconia, New Hampshire, 03580, Franconia, US

Gale River Motel - main view

About the Property

Recreational Opportunities

Indulge in relaxation with our spa tub and seasonal outdoor pool.

Convenient Amenities

Enjoy complimentary wireless internet, free self-parking, picnic area, and barbecue grills.

Cozy Accommodations

Feel at home in our air-conditioned rooms with microwaves, LCD televisions, and comfortable beds.

Book your stay at Gale River Motel today for a perfect blend of comfort and convenience.

Facilities & Amenities

Free WiFi
Wheelchair accessible
Outdoor pool - seasonal
Picnic area
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Smoke-free property
Snowboarding nearby
Playground on site
Free self parking
Mountain climbing nearby

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in
Check-out11:00 AM

Property Notes

The seasonal pool will be open from June 01 to October 01. This property allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

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1 night · 2 adults

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Guest Reviews

9
Exceptional75 verified reviews
AI Summary

Guests highly rate the jaw-dropping mountain views and frequently praise the spotless and cozy rooms.

Categories

Cleanliness9.0
Service9.0
Location9.0
Room Quality9.0
Amenities9.0
Value for Money9.0
Food and Beverage9.0
Overall Experience9.0

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brendakN3994GL
Verified booking
Couples
Standard Room
Stayed in Oct 8, 2024

"Gale River Motel"

2.0

This was not what I expected. Very outdated. The room smelled musty and the owner had the windows open to air it out when we arrived but didn't help much. Bed sheets were very stiff and old. Bathroom sink was very hard to use. Wall outlets were not up to code. Don't be fooled by keyless-as had to use a key to get in room. Owner was not very friendly. I would Not recommend this motel to anyone.

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Joseph
Verified booking
Standard Room
Stayed in Oct 7, 2024

"Excellent"

8.0

Property manager is kind accommodating.

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Matthew
Verified booking
partner
Standard Room
Stayed in Oct 4, 2024

"Good"

6.0

Definitely a 2 star motel; old and worn but clean. With some upgrades this place could be a cool, funky stay. Mattress had us rolling to the middle of the bed. Price was definitely high for what you get.

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Gordon
Verified booking
pet
Standard Room
Stayed in Oct 4, 2024

"Excellent"

8.0

Clean, but tired. No ice.

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DottieB123456789
Verified booking
Family
Standard Room
Stayed in Sep 27, 2024

"Disappointing and misleading"

2.0

The reviews are misleading, so is the description. No heated pool, hot tub closed, the playground is 2 swings. Old, outdated and not well maintained. Very disappointing. We booked via Airbnb and the owner hasn’t updated it in years. Feeling like I was tricked.

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David
Verified booking
Standard Room
Stayed in Sep 24, 2024

"Exceptional"

10.0

Clean and simple accommodations.

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Locks
Verified booking
Standard Room
Stayed in Sep 23, 2024

"Excellent"

8.0

Quaint and very nice. Pool and hot tub were great and clean.

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John
Verified booking
family
Standard Room
Stayed in Sep 22, 2024

"Good"

4.0

This was a 1950's motel with no upgraded conveniences. Bathroom faucets wouldn't turn off, big black spiders in sleeping area, no hair dryer, no breakfast and no one on duty in the office.

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NH_Joe
Verified booking
Couples
Standard Room
Stayed in Sep 20, 2024

"Decent But Overpriced"

6.0

One of the few places to stay in Franconia (motels, that is, vs. B&Bs), this is a quiet, convenient old-fashioned 'Mom & Pop' motel. Dated but adequate. Does offer a micro fridge & microwave, but bathroom very small, beds old with soft mattresses. Internet good, park right at your door. No ice machine, no morning coffee. Somewhat expensive for what's offered, but it's available.

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Kerry
Verified booking
Standard Room
Stayed in Sep 4, 2024

"A cozy place to rest"

10.0

This was a quaint, dated facility. Our room was clean and comfortable. There are a couple chairs on the front porch. This place is a little dated (a shallow, blue tub, for example). But what they don’t have for modern convenience they make up for in cleanliness and coziness. We had 3 people on our trip (husband, son, and self) and it worked well for us. All of the necessary staples were there: microwave, small fridge, closet, and tv), all in working order. If you just want a quiet, peaceful place to rest after a long day outdoors, this place is great. The manager left the key in our room for our arrival and we were able to leave it in the same place for our departure. We didn’t get to try the pool but the area was neat and the water looked great. Definitely will return for our next trip.

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