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Gale River Motel

2.0 star property
Escape to this tranquil motel where helpful staff are waiting to greet you. Take time to unwind by the outdoor pool or explore nearby natural beauty.

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Exterior
Basic Room
Executive Cabin | Private kitchen
Exterior
Gale River Motel, near the picturesque Sugar Hill Sampler, offers a relaxing retreat with a playground for kids and rejuvenating spa tub. Unwind in the lobby with coffee or tea and enjoy extended parking on-site.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is €166
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb

Room options

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Basic Room

Basic Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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Executive Cabin | Living area

Executive Cabin

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Large Single Sofa Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Futon

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Family Cabin

Family Cabin

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
  • 139 sq m
  • Sleeps 11
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Double Beds, 1 Large Single Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Executive Room

Executive Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 28 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Map
1 Main St, Franconia, NH, 03580

What's nearby

  • Sugar Hill Sampler - 5 min drive
  • Franconia Notch State Park - 8 min drive
  • Cannon Mountain Ski Area - 10 min drive
  • Old Man of the Mountain Historic Site - 10 min drive
  • Cannon Mountain - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Whitefield, NH (HIE-Mount Washington Regional) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Taste The Thai - Littl - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Applebee's Grill + Bar - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Gale River Motel

Motel near Gale River
Located close to Sugar Hill Sampler, Gale River Motel provides a playground and a hot tub. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Coffee/tea in reception, smoke-free property and barbecues
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Gale River Motel feature comforts, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and desk chairs.
Other amenities include:
  • Shower/bath combinations, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Spa tub

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Playground
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Sunday - Friday (11:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Access code, staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 15.0 per day

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 25 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 15.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The seasonal pool will be open from 01 June to 01 October

Property is also known as

Gale River Motel Motel
Gale River Motel Franconia
Gale River Motel Motel Franconia

Frequently asked questions

Does Gale River Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Gale River Motel?

As of 8 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gale River Motel on 9 Feb 2025 start from €166.41, 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.

Is Gale River Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, this motel allows dogs (limit 1 total). There's a fee of USD 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Gale River Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Gale River Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Gale River Motel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Gale River Motel located?

Situated in the mountains, this motel is steps from Gale River and 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Sugar Hill Sampler. Franconia Notch State Park and White Mountain National Forest are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Gale River Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 127 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 127 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 127 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 127 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 127 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sharon R

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Old bathroom with a blue tub & sink & pink tiling but clean enough.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ramesh

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fantastic stay and would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone visiting White mountain area. Quiet place with easy access to food places. Room was very clean and comfortable. The Manager Mr. Raynor was incredibly helpful, special thanks to him!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mariana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the proximity to Franconia Park and White Mountain.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Gary

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Disappointed
The property listing was very misleading. Property looked very run down. No one in the office. Finally walked around and bumped into the owner. After a short conversation , we decided to leave and find new accommodations.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property manager is kind accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Kathy

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Matthew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Gordon

Travelled with pets
Clean, but tired. No ice.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and simple accommodations.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Locks

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quaint and very nice. Pool and hot tub were great and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

John

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A cozy place to rest
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leonard

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Wonderful views of mountains and nature
It was a very comfortable stay. Quiet clean typical old 70’s motel. I enjoyed it. Very close to family and all activities. My granddaughter loved swimming and walking around the grounds.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Susan

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Diana

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
WiFi is not working, coffee machine is broken
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Chenoa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owner is very responsive and caring. The pool and hot tub are very nice. Beds comfy. Good stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Solid motor lodge. Pros: very clean; AC worked great and the filter was clean; the bedding was high quality; the pool and hot tub were nice and well-maintained Cons: despite being the only guests in the hotel, our rooms weren't ready at the stated check-in time; the door knob on the inside of the bathroom door was missing; there was no shampoo in the shampoo dispenser
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rusty

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay. Beautiful view.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodi, St James City

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Blast from the past 1960’s vibe with blue toilet, bath and sink! Comfortable beds. Quaint little town. Has breakfast at Polly’s Pancake House just up the road.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a nice night away from home. The manager called us ahead of time to make sure we knew what room we were in. He was very friendly. The room was clean and comfortable. It was great being only a half hour away from Santas village so we didn't have to travel far in the morning. Also the price was better than other places! Win! Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024