Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Business center
Heating
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Beautiful location
Comfortable atmosphere
Cons:
Dirty room
Room too small
Noisy heater

Categories

Cleanliness
6.54
The room was extremely dirty with blood on the sheets and cobwebs in the corners.
Service
9.51
Most staff were friendly and helpful, standard quality for this hotel tier.
Location
9.55
Beautiful location right on the water with great lake views.
Room Quality
7.5
Room was small and had issues with excessive heat, but generally comfortable.
Amenities
9.03
Good amenities including a restaurant with nice take-away breakfast options.
Value for Money
9.09
Overall a good value considering location and offered amenities.
Food and Beverage
9.04
Breakfast offerings were better than typical hotel chain options.
Overall Experience
9.31
Had a generally enjoyable stay despite some minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 04:54

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Great Pines, a 4-star hotel in Old Forge, offers a serene escape with a private beach area and comfortable rooms equipped with modern amenities like free WiFi and flat-screen TVs.

Scenic Surroundings and Outdoor Activities
Situated near the Adirondack Museum and Enchanted Forest Water Safari, guests can enjoy stunning mountain views and partake in outdoor activities such as hiking, skiing, and fishing. The sun terrace provides a perfect spot to unwind after a day of adventure.

Exceptional Dining and Relaxation
Indulge in delicious meals at the on-site restaurant, unwind with a drink at the bar, and take advantage of the shared lounge area. With free private parking and a non-smoking environment, Great Pines ensures a hassle-free and enjoyable stay.

Experience the beauty of Old Forge at Great Pines - book your stay now for a memorable getaway!

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: SYR

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 471 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.54
Service: 9.51
Location: 9.55
Room Quality: 7.5
Amenities: 9.03
Value for Money: 9.09
Food and Beverage: 9.04
Overall Experience: 9.31
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Michael • family_with_children • us
9
Had a great stay here...5 mins to town
Pros:

Main lobby had all you needed
Liked the outdoor sauna
Dog friendly
Good food and drinks
Bartender was awesome

Cons:

Toilet was old
tv hard to use

2026-11-07 • via Nuitee
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Shmuel • solo_traveller • il
10
מלון נהדר
Pros:

המיקום מצויין והנוף מהמלון נפלא.

Cons:

ניתן לייעל מעט את הליך הצ׳ק אין האוטומטי

2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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cindy • family_with_children • us
10
Enjoyed a nice relaxing stay with family
Pros:

Beautiful location, clean beautiful rooms, beautiful views

Cons:

Only thing we had trouble with was finding the entrance after dark. I think lights may need to be replaced by entrance, We’ve stayed here many times before & never had a problem

2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Frank • couple • us
10
2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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krista • couple • us
10
2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Kesar • solo_traveller • us
10
Great views, great food, great location.
Pros:

Loved the location about halfway between Inlet & Old Forge. Very close to several hiking trails. I loveeeeed my room and its proximity to the lake. Lots of chairs to sit at outside to enjoy the view. Learn To restaurant was delicious… wish they were open for light lunches, I was told everything is made from scratch. Destination charging for EV’s a plus.

Cons:

Although 3/4 of their EV chargers didn’t work, since I was the only EV I was able to charge, but it was working intermittently. Property maintenance was very motivated to fix them however. Also staff and non-EV people parking by the chargers got frustrating. Fortunately the cables are stop. Just something to note if you are relying on charging for your trip.

Hot water wasn’t very hot in the evenings, hard to heat up for a shower after a long hike. Very hot in the mornings however. So shower early!

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Brian • couple • xa
2
Loved the view, really disappointed with everything else.
Pros:

The view. The property is situated on a beautiful lake with a small mountain on the opposite side. The morning and evening views are amazing.

Cons:

We booked a "superior king" room in the main lodge. This was a second floor room with a access to a large porch facing the water. The carpet was soiled, the heat for the entire floor was controlled by a thermostat in the hallway, the hot water ran at a trickle, the pillows were massive blocks of stiff foam so good luck if you're a face down sleeper. There is self-check in, so good luck finding hotel staff if you have a need. The place has some great history and Adirondacks charm, but is in need of some serious updating and a major deep cleaning.

2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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margaret • couple • us
9
Beautiful!
Pros:

Lake front

Cons:

No staff overseeing the facility, however There is a number to call.

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Judy • couple • us
9
Great location, lovely atmosphere, nice people.
Pros:

The location was perfect - on the lake, with a path for anyone staying to walk along and a bar/restaurant for drinks and light dinner meals. When we arrived without having received instructions for our room entrance, the people working at the restaurant helped immediately without hesitation. Lovely weather and autumn colors only improved the experience!

Cons:

One reason I reserved a room at Great Pines was for a breakfast that we could pick up on our way out. However, we had to leave by 7:30, and that was too early for coffee to be ready.

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Barbara • couple • de
10
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Paul • solo_traveller • us
9
Pros:

Beautiful spot.

Cons:

High room rate.

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Brauch • solo_traveller • us
4
Pros:

Service and food in the Lean To were excellent!

Cons:

Very tight quarters. Lighting in the room was not good. Also, the bathroom should have more shelving: one under the mirror and one under the towel shelving! There was not much room in the shower stall to put anything.

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Richard • couple • um
8
Rustic and quiet lakeside inn
Pros:

Beautiful lake view charming feel

Cons:

Check in process was confusing
There was a basket of dirty linen on our deck which was being painted during our stay so we couldn’t use the outside stairs
Restaurant was extremely understaffed and out of basic menu items such as French fries and burgers

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Kathryn • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • couple • us
10
Great stay!
Pros:

Buildings and decor; location, staff, food availability

Cons:

Shower too small

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Kristina • family_with_children • us
6
2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Aidan • family_with_children • us
8
Nice and cozy place but I just wish there were more employees on the property to help if the guests need any assistance.
Pros:

It had great scenery and I liked how the property felt excluded from everything. I also liked how kayaks were included to use.

Cons:

There was very little customer service, so when I had a question about my stay or the property there was no way of getting an answer. Although there was a number to call if I needed assistance with anything no one answered and the voicemail inbox was full so I couldn’t leave a voicemail.

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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ALEXANDER • solo_traveller • us
10
Very nice Adirondack lodging near Adirondack Woodcraft Camps
Pros:

The bed was very comfortable.

Cons:

There was no body wash in the shower dispenser. There was no coffee k cups at 6:30 AM downstairs.

2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Nigel • couple • us
9
Love it here! We’ll stay again.
Pros:

Excellent location, low pressure/easy check in. The Lodge has excellent food too.

Cons:

Breakfast was not restocked frequently and usually out of coffee pods.

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Terry • couple • us
10
This was an unexpected absolute gem!
Pros:

It had a very welcoming vibe! It was very cozy and more than we expected. The porch had a spectacular view of the lake. The staff were very warm and accommodating. We had a very nice continental breakfast and even had a Kerri in our room. Loved it so much we rebooked for the fall.

Cons:

Can’t think of anything!

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee