The Adirondacks’ Only All-Suite Resort: Whiteface Lodge

For families seeking a luxurious mountain getaway that is completely family-friendly, the all-suite Whiteface Lodge is a fabulous choice in the stunning Adirondacks of Upstate New York.

Review of Whiteface Lodge

As the region’s only all-suite resort, Whiteface Lodge presents spacious accommodations, providing plenty of room to unwind. It features an impressive variety of family-friendly amenities, including a year-round heated indoor-outdoor pool, a trio of hot tubs, a games room, a bowling alley, a movie theater, an old-fashioned ice cream parlor, tennis courts, nature trails, a playground, and catch-and-release fishing in the pond. The kids’ club, Kamp Kanu, operates daily throughout the summer, while families can enjoy making s’mores around the outdoor firepit or have children participate in the kids-night-out-style Sunset Club during the evenings. Adults can indulge at the splendid spa or relax at a cigar-and-cognac outdoor lean-to.

The location itself is nothing short of breathtaking, surrounded by panoramic Adirondack vistas and conveniently close to all that Lake Placid has to offer. In winter, guests can enjoy skating at the lodge’s rink, with Whiteface Mountain, the Olympic Center, and a range of charming eateries and shops in Lake Placid just a short drive away. Summer at Whiteface Lodge offers free shuttles to its private beach on Lake Placid, where guests can swim and utilize canoes, kayaks, pedal boats, and stand-up paddleboards without charge. Guided lake tours and motorized water sports are available for an additional fee. With basketball, tetherball, a firepit, and food and beverage service, the atmosphere resembles a relaxed beach party on any beautiful summer day.

Families accustomed to being charged extra at other luxury resorts will appreciate the genuine value at Whiteface Lodge. There are no hidden resort fees, and guests enjoy perks such as complimentary valet parking and Wi-Fi access. Remarkably, nearly all on-site activities—including fishing, skating, s’more-making, bowling, and movies—are included in the room rate.

Best Rooms

The suites at Whiteface Lodge vary in size from studios to expansive apartment-style accommodations featuring three bedrooms, making them ideal for larger families and multi-generational gatherings. All suites are elegantly appointed with Adirondack-style furnishings, cozy gas fireplaces, and flat-screen TVs. Many units also boast three-season rooms, screened porches, or balconies. The modern bathrooms are equipped with Jacuzzi tubs, and each suite includes a separate dining area along with a fully equipped kitchen featuring granite countertops and stainless steel appliances.

Best Season to Go

Lake Placid offers countless activities for families throughout the year. As the host of the Winter Olympics in 1932 and 1980, it continues to provide numerous family-friendly winter activities. Summer, on the other hand, brings abundant opportunities for outdoor adventures such as hiking, biking, climbing, and water sports, along with year-round offerings at the Olympic facilities.

Although winter and summer are peak seasons, midweek rates are often significantly lower, and special offers are available throughout the year, including two- and three-night Stay & Play packages that can include up to $100 per day in resort credit. Late spring and the sweet spot between Memorial Day and late June typically provide lower prices while still offering plenty of activities.

Visited: July 2014

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