Lake Placid

Landmark4.8/5

Mirror Lake

Mountain reflections fill this Lake Placid lake, with the town built along its shore. In winter, its frozen surface becomes a route for walking, skiing and skating.

Landmark4.8/5

The Olympic Center

This Lake Placid sports center holds the rink where the U.S. hockey team beat the Soviet Union in 1980. You can skate in the rink, then see Olympic exhibits in the museum.

Culture4.7/5

John Brown Farm State Historic Site

This site preserves John Brown’s farmhouse, with Timbuctoo settlement exhibits and a Harriet Tubman story walk through a meadow. John Brown is buried here.

Culture4.5/5

Lake Placid Olympic Museum

Lake Placid's Olympic museum covers its 1932 and 1980 Games in memorabilia and design exhibits. It connects to the Miracle on Ice rink.

Landmark4.7/5

Mt Van Hoevenberg

This Lake Placid Olympic sports complex sends bobsled and luge athletes down mountain tracks, with hiking trails and a cliffside coaster nearby. On race days, you can watch sleds sweep past.

Landmark4.7/5

Lake Placid Olympic Ski Jumping Complex

This Olympic ski jumping complex has towering ramps that make the athletes look tiny from below. You can ride up to the top and look down the jumps.

Landmark4.6/5

Olympic Speed Skating Oval

Lake Placid's Olympic speed-skating oval hosts inline skating in summer and ice skating in winter. At sunset, inline skaters get mountain views.

Eat$$$4.3/5

Generations Tap & Grill

Lake Placid restaurant with burgers, pizza and beef on weck-style sandwiches.

Eat$$$4.3/5

The Cottage at Mirror Lake Inn

Lakeside restaurant with tables looking out over Mirror Lake.

Eat$$$$$4.2/5

The View

Lake Placid's lakefront restaurant serves dinner with views over Mirror Lake. Tables by the windows look straight across the water.

Eat$$$4.2/5

Black Bear Restaurant

Welcome to Black Bear Restaurant, where your taste buds will go on a wild adventure! Located at 2409 Main St, Lake Placid, NY, our cozy cabin-style eatery serves up hearty, locally-sourced dishes that will leave you hibernating in happiness. From the famous bear claw pancakes to the savory bear burgers, this den of deliciousness is a must-visit for any hungry traveler!

Eat$$$4.6/5

Lisa G's

Lake Placid restaurant on a dam beside a pond, with jazz at the bar. Calamari comes over tomatoes, onions, olives and capers.

Eat$$$4.5/5

Smoke Signals

Lakefront barbecue restaurant with brisket, ribs and nachos. Outside, tables sit right on the lake.

Eat3.9/5

Great Adirondack Brewing Company (formerly Great Adirondack Steak and Seafood)

Lake Placid brewpub with a heated patio for dogs. They get their own water bowls, and the menu has a section just for them.

Stay$$$4.5/5

Hampton Inn & Suites Lake Placid

This Lake Placid hotel offers free WiFi, and guest rooms are equipped with a microwave and refrigerator. Lake Placid Olympic Sports Complex is 12.6 km away. A flat-screen TV and a work desk are offered in each traditionally decorated room at Hampton Inn & Suites Lake Placid. Tea and coffee-making facilities are also included. Breakfast is served each morning and it features hot coffee or tea along with fresh fruit and pastries. Guests can work out in the fitness centre or use the business centre that offers fax and photocopying services. A heated indoor pool along with a hot tub is also available. The Lake Placid Olympic Ski Jumping Complex is 3.3 km from the Lake Placid Hampton Inn & Suites. Saranac Lake Golf Club is 7.6 km away.

Stay$$4.65/5

Golden Arrow Lakeside Resort

Nestled on Mirror Lake, this Lake Placid resort offers free Wi-Fi, a private beach area, and rooms that feature a refrigerator and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Lake Placid Olympic Village is 5 minutes’ walk. Spacious rooms at Golden Arrow Lakeside Resort feature traditional decor along with plush bedding and wood furnishing. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are served each day at Generations Restaurant. The menu offers fresh foods that are grown and raised locally. Guests can swim in the indoor pool or relax in the hot tub or sauna. A fitness centre is also available. Live entertainment is available at Roomers Nightclub and the Straight Shot Lounge, both located on-site. Shopping that offers boutique and specialty stores are just steps away from Golden Arrow Lakeside Resort.

Stay$$$4.25/5

Grandview Lake Placid

Located in the center of the Village and adjacent to the Olympic Arena, The Grandview Hotel offers sweeping views of Mirror Lake and Whiteface Mountain, with authentic Adirondack charm and modern comfort. This Lake Placid hotel features an on-site restaurant and completely non-smoking guestrooms furnished with microwaves, mini-refrigerators, and Keurig coffee makers. We offer complimentary parking and complimentary high speed internet throughout the property. Wake to the best lake and mountain views in Lake Placid. Wander into town for local shops or unwind fireside in our Great Room, where lodge-style warmth invites conversation and connection. From sunny afternoons on our private beach to snowy evenings spent by the hearth, every season brings its own magic here. Bring the dog—there’s room for everyone. Whether you’re hiking the High Peaks or chasing fall colors, your Lake Placid story starts here—where memories meet mountains. Enjoy access to championship golf, a private beach on Mirror Lake, a heated indoor pool, and a fully equipped fitness centre—thoughtfully curated for comfort, connection, and adventure in every season.

Stay$$4.2/5

Grand Adirondack Hotel, Lake Placid, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Located on Lake Placid’s main street, this hotel is a 5-minute walk from many local attractions, including the Lake Placid Olympic Center. Grand Adirondack Hotel, Lake Placid, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel features two on-site restaurants. Free Wi-Fi access and cable TV are included in every room. They are also stocked with bath amenities. Some rooms have views of Mirror Lake and the Whiteface Mountains. The front desk at Grand Adirondack Hotel, Lake Placid, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel is staffed 24 hours a day and offers fax and copy services. Both the Palace Theatre and the Essex County Visitors Center are a 5-minute walk from the hotel.

Stay$$$4.35/5

High Peaks Resort

Located opposite Mirror Lake, this Lake Placid Resort along Main Street offers guests access to water sports activities like kayaking and paddle boating. Guests can also enjoy the convenience an on-site dining and Wi-Fi (included in the resort fee) is available. There is also an outdoor and an indoor pool. High Peaks features rooms with a flat-screen cable TV and a refrigerator. The en suite bathroom includes amenities like a robe, free toiletries and slippers. The rooms have a balcony or a patio. The on-site Dancing Bears Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests have the option to dine outdoors with views of the lake and Adirondack Mountains. There is also an on-site bar. The hotel provides extra beds service for USD 25 per night per room.

Stay$$$$4.15/5

Lake House at High Peaks Resort

Lake House is located along Mirror Lake in Lake Placid. Free WiFi access is available. Each room here will provide you with a TV, air conditioning and cable channels. There is also a refrigerator. Featuring a bath or shower, private bathroom also comes with free toiletries. Extras include a desk. At Lake House you will find a bar. The property offers free parking. The motel is 5.3 km from Lake Placid and 10 metres from Mirror Lake. Lake Placid Olympic Ski Jumping Complex is 4.3 km from Lake Placid Club Golf Courses.

Stay4.45/5

Mirror Lake Inn

Nestled in the heart of the Adirondacks, Mirror Lake Inn offers stunning lake views, luxurious accommodations, and timeless charm, making it an iconic retreat for relaxation and outdoor adventures in Lake Placid.

Stay4.6/5

Lake Placid Lodge

Waterfront lodge with lakeside cabins and historic interiors. One cabin has a hanging swing bed, with loons calling across the water.

Stay4.6/5

Whiteface Lodge

Nestled in the heart of the Adirondacks, Whiteface Lodge offers luxurious rustic charm, exquisite dining, and a stunning spa, making it the perfect retreat for outdoor enthusiasts and those seeking tranquility amidst breathtaking mountain scenery.

Stay4.6/5

The Haus, Lake Placid

Mirror Lake apartment hotel with full kitchens. Some rooms have private porches overlooking the water.