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Gale River Motel

2.0 star property
Mountain motel within easy reach of Gale River

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Family Cabin | Living area | 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV
Exterior
Exterior
Executive Cabin | Private kitchen | Microwave, coffee/tea maker
Basic Room | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (7)

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Spa tub
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Playground

Feel at home (6)

  • Playground on site
  • Microwave
  • Television
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Barbecue grill(s)
The price is $135
$147 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2025

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Basic Room | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Basic Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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Executive Cabin | Living area | 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV

Executive Cabin

Highlights

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

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Family Cabin | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi

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 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Executive Room | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Executive Room

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

Map
1 Main St, Franconia, NH, 03580

What's nearby

  • Sugar Hill Sampler - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Franconia Notch State Park - 8 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Cannon Mountain Ski Area - 10 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Old Man of the Mountain Historic Site - 10 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Cannon Mountain - 11 min drive - 12.3 km

Getting around

  • Whitefield, NH (HIE-Mount Washington Regional) - 30 min drive
  • Lyndonville, VT (LLX-Caledonia County) - 48 min drive
  • Lebanon, NH (LEB-Lebanon Municipal) - 81 min drive
  • Manchester-Boston Regional Airport (MHT) - 99 min drive
  • Burlington Intl. Airport (BTV) - 119 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

Gale River Motel puts you within a 10-minute drive of White Mountain National Forest. Guests can take a dip in the seasonal outdoor pool, and the spa tub makes for a relaxing end to the day. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 12 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
  • Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

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

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 21

Pets

  • Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total)*
  • Service animals welcome
  • Specific rooms only*

Internet

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

Parking

  • Free uncovered onsite self parking

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Barbecue grills

Traveling with children

  • Playground
  • Pool gate

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ski lifts nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Facilities

  • Picnic area
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Spa tub

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch LCD TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Microwave

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 25 per accommodation, per night

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 15.0 per day
  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 25.0 per day

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per pet, per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • The seasonal pool is open from June 01 to October 01

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a security system and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Gale River Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Gale River Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Gale River Motel?
Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Gale River Motel?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total. There's a charge of USD 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Gale River Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Gale River Motel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at Gale River Motel and nearby?
During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like snowboarding and skiing, and return when the snow melts for hiking and mountain climbing. Relax in the spa tub or enjoy the use of other amenities, which include a seasonal outdoor pool and a picnic area.
What's the area around Gale River Motel like?
Gale River Motel is located a short 1-minute walk from Gale River.

Gale River Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

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

10/10 Exceptional

Clare, 3-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

2/10 Poor

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.
Gary, 1-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Elizabeth, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Quaint and very nice. Pool and hot tub were great and clean.
Locks, 3-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Natalie, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

John, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Kerry, 2-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Leonard, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Jill, 4-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

6/10 Good

Susan, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

WiFi is not working, coffee machine is broken
Diana, 1-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Owner is very responsive and caring. The pool and hot tub are very nice. Beds comfy. Good stay
Chenoa, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

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
Douglas, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent place to stay. Beautiful view.
Rusty, 1-night family trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Jodi, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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!
Michelle, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

All the outlets, plug something in, it falls right out!. Rugs needed vacuuming. Screen door need to get replaced could not open, which did get done! No owner on site! Didn't like that.maintenece guy not never very eager to get some things done! My friend and I went out for the day, asked Seth to lock up when he was done, he left our cabin UNLOCKED! cobwebs every where. Dusty, really dirty windows, some did not lock. Baseboards were gross. The outside around the cabin was rotting. I was really disappointed, especially after paying almost $700.00 dollers for 3 nights!!!! I think I should get some money back!!! All the pictures of the motel and cottages very deserving!!!
Deborah, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

EBBY, 1-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

6/10 Good

James, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nice cabin in a convenient location.
Jacalyn, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Cozy and quiet, just don’t go for the hot tub
We were looking for a budget friendly and pet friendly place In the area for a quick stay on a hiking trip. We were greeted by a worker who appeared somewhat frustrated with us that we had dogs, even though we mentioned in our booking that we were traveling with two. We chose this location because of the hot tub, but were disappointed shortly after arriving when we found out there isn’t one. Despite that frustration, the place was quiet, the location is pretty, and the beds were comfortable.
shannon, 1-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

6/10 Good

Overall I was disappointed in my stay here. It started by receiving a phone call from one of the managers who was rude and abrasive without cause. He was very unclear about check-in protocol, and basically said “I think your room is ready before 3pm, but don’t quote me on that I don’t know. You really could have called to figure it out instead of just planning on showing up at 3, you know.” When we got there, the room smelled musty and dank. The carpet obviously hadn’t been changed in 20 years, and there was mold in the shampoo dispensers in the shower. By running the cobweb-covered fan constantly we were able to lose most of the smell in the room which helped us sleep. The pool on the property was closed and in disarray. We faced more rudeness the following morning when we inquired as to where we should leave our room key after checkout. The worker seemed bothered that we asked and was abrasive in his response, saying “Do whatever you want. Give the key to me, leave it in your room, I don’t care.” Overall I would not stay here again and would not recommend this place to anyone else.
Nicole, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will definitely be booking here again when we’re in the area. The tub was a definite plus, as was the bars on the side, I am partially handicapped so it meant a great deal to me to take a bath and feel safe in doing so.
Cassandra, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Unhappy travelers
I booked a double bed room for me, my boyfriend, and his 11 year old son here because the site said pool and hot tub. Both were not open, beds sunken in, ac unit only worked as a fan, had to crawl under the tables and unplug lights to charge our phones, all of which I still wouldn’t write a bad review if it wasn’t for the owner. He said I should know pools don’t open till June in New Hampshire. Even though temperatures were in the high 60s and 70s. He came up to my boyfriend and said he would be giving us a discount without us asking for one but when the bill processed, no discount. I told him just to let him know that the bathroom door doesn’t close and he got short with me. Wouldn’t a business owner want to know things that need to be attended to? Had a nice view but not worth the price for discomfort. Sir, be kinder to people staying at your motel. Some people may not be so nice when treated so poorly. Ps get an electrician to update the outlets. They have no ground. Super dangerous and everything has clearly not been changed since the 80s. My boyfriend said at least there’s coffee! Then puts the creamer in his coffee only for it to curdle. Are those creamers from the 80s too? Disappointing all around.
Katherine, 1-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Clean and the property was beautiful
Patricia, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review