Winter Getaway Lodging in New Hampshire

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Winter in the White Mountains and among the lakes of New Hampshire is idea for snow sports from skiing to snowmobiling to dog sledding, and more. You don’t need to bring your own snowmobile or string of Huskies – the New Hampshire winter tourism industry is reading to provide all the equipment, lessons and guidance you may need. You indoor people, don’t fret. Hotels and inns know exactly how to make you comfortable; luxury spas are easy to find; and shopping is plentiful and tax-free!

Kids on the Slopes - Mt. Washington Valley Chamber - North Conway, NH

Mt. Washington Valley Chamber of Commerce

Santa’s Village, ski resorts, great restaurants: What more could you want for a winter escape?

How could a region with an attraction called Santa’s Village not be perfect for your winter getaway? And that’s in addition to Mt. Washington Valley’s seven alpine ski resorts and six cross-country centers. When you’re done hitting the slopes and trails, there are back-country ski tours, groomed snowshoeing and snowmobile trails, ponds for skating, terrain parks for snowboarding and hills for tubing and sledding. Shopping and dining are plentiful and fun in North Conway and other villages and towns, and lodging options, from elegant country inns with fireplaced rooms to resorts with indoor pools and hot tubs, are plentiful. Visit a winery or brewery or dine by candle light, and don’t forget to check the website for annual holiday, food, art and other festivals. Click above to visit our website or call our friendly concierge at 800-337-3563 for more info on first class lodging and exciting events to plan your next adventure!

Conway Scenic Railroad

38 Norcross Circle North Conway, NH, 03860 Phone: 603-356-5251 Toll-Free: 800-232-5251

Scenic railroad’s Snow Train to Attitash Mountain Village a popular winter escape

Experience the natural beauty of the White Mountains region and the excitement of riding in a vintage train car when you book a trip on the Conway Scenic Railroad’s Snow Train. Board the train at the Victorian station in historic downtown North Conway, which, with its adjacent freight house and roundhouse, is one of the most authentic 19th-century railroad environments in New England and is on the National Register of Historic Places. Before you know it, you’re at Attitash Station in Attitash Mountain Village. Explore the area or go skating or skiing. Then board the train to head back home. Snacks and beverages are available at the station to bring on board. Well-behaved, leashed dogs under 20 pounds are welcome.

The Wolfeboro Inn

90 North Main Street Wolfeboro, NH, 03894 Phone: 603-569-3016 Toll-Free: 800-451-2389

Winter is the ideal time to enjoy outdoor activities, or just relax, at this Lakes Region inn

All the beauty of winter in the Lakes Region is yours when you arrange to stay at the historic Wolfeboro Inn, a classic New England resort retreat. The shore of Lake Winnipesaukee glistens, the mountains show off their snowy caps, and the lights of the region’s small towns and villages sparkle in the evening. Book an in-room massage or use the inn’s access to the nearby gym and fitness center. Hike the area’s scenic trails or break out your cross-country skis or snowshoes. Skating, ice-fishing, horseback riding and, of course, tax-free shopping in boutiques, outlet stores and galleries make for an active vacation. Or, just sit back and enjoy dinner and a signature cocktail at the inn’s historic Wolfe’s Tavern.

Mountain View Grand Resort & Spa

Mountain View Road Whitefield, NH, 03598 Phone: 888-260-4929

Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow: At this mountain resort, winter just means more fun

A vacation in the snow-capped White Mountains in a resort with a spa, indoor pool and rooms perfect for relaxing with a cup of cocoa: Now that’s the winter retreat you’ve been looking for. Find it at the Mountain View Grand Resort & Spa, where your luxurious room or suite looks out over mountain and valley vistas. Dine on classic farm-to-table fare at the Harvest Tavern or enjoy wine and food pairings in the 1865 Wine Cellar. And, after a day spent skiing, skating, snow-tubing, snowshoeing, snowboarding, dog-sledding or snowmobiling, relax in the heated indoor pool and sauna, or in the Health and Wellness Center’s four-person hot tub. For the kids, there’s a game room – and just a 20-minute drive to Santa’s Village.

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Summit Resort

177 Mentor Avenue Laconia, NH, 03246 Phone: 603-556-7028 Toll-Free: 855-474-4360

Winter is a blast in the Lakes Region, whether you want to ski – or just swim in the resort pool

At the scenic Summit Resort, close to Weirs Beach on magnificent Lake Winnipesaukee, the tradition of providing both relaxation and adventures continues in the winter. Two-bedroom suites have electric fireplaces and jetted tubs as well as private balconies or patios. A trail system next door at Prescott Farm is great for winter hiking and snowshoeing, and you’re only 10 minutes from Gunstock Ski Mountain (and under an hour from two other ski resorts). The resort’s huge Amenity Center has an indoor heated pool and water slide (and poolside bar) as well as a racquetball court, sauna and a fitness center. If you’re not up for outside adventures, drive the Winnipesaukee Lake Loop, stopping at country stores, shops and eateries. Ask about winter packages for families, skiers, shoppers and movie-lovers.

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Franconia Inn

1172 Easton Road Franconia, NH, 03580 Phone: 603-823-5542 Toll-Free: 800-473-5299

Relax by the fire, enjoy scenic cross-country skiing, and much more at this cozy inn

Is your ideal winter getaway filled with active days out on the ski slopes or the snow-tubing hill? Or does it look more like a quiet evening with a good book by a crackling fire? The good news is you can have it both ways when you book one of the charming rooms, suites or the cottage at the Franconia Inn. Nestled in the White Mountains on 65 breathtaking acres, this historic Inn offers groomed cross-country ski trails, snowshoeing trails, ice skating, and snowtubing all on site. Dreaming of a horse-drawn sleigh ride? The Franconia Notch Stables will pick you up right across the street to take you on a majestic ride with scenic mountain views. The Inn is also just a short drive to downhill ski resorts and other exciting winter activities. After a fun-filled day, dine by candlelight in its award-winning restaurant, or enjoy a draft beer and casual fare by the fire in the pub.

White Mountain Hotel & Resort

2560 West Side Road North Conway, NH, 03860 Phone: 603-356-7100 Toll-Free: 800-533-6301

If the mountains are calling you in the winter, listen – and book into this breathtaking resort

Do the mountains call your name in the winter? Escape to the White Mountain Hotel & Resort, where you are surrounded by mountain magic. Breathtaking views are seen from many of the resort’s 80 luxurious rooms and suites as well as from the Ledges Restaurant, where you can enjoy a great meal while looking out over the astonishing vistas. The resort has a cozy tavern, a four-season heated outdoor pool and deck, hot tub, Finnish sauna and fitness center as well as a game room with ping-pong table and video games. It’s near several downhill ski resorts, snowboarding parks and skating venues. Kids will love Santa’s Village as well as nearby dogsledding and horseback-riding opportunities. And couples will love horse-drawn sleigh rides.

Winter Aerial View - Woodstock Inn, Station & Brewery - North Woodstock, NH

Woodstock Inn Brewery

135 Main Street North Woodstock, NH, 03262 Phone: 603-745-3951 Toll-Free: 800-321-3985

Winter activities, cozy accommodations, fabulous food make for great getaway

What’s not to like about the White Mountains in the winter? Great alpine and cross-country skiing, snowboarding, skating, tubing, snowmobiling and snowshoeing. Tax-free shopping. Fun, cozy villages. Scenic hikes and vistas. The key thing is to find a great headquarters, and that’s where the Woodstock Inn Brewery, one of the state’s most visited country inns, comes in. Book one of the inn’s uniquely decorated rooms, many with gas fireplaces and whirlpool tubs, some with hot tubs, microwaves, and log furniture, and relax, mountain-style. A full country breakfast is included, along with access to an off-property indoor pool and health club. Plan to spend some time enjoying handcrafted brews and fabulous food in the two bars, British-style pub and lively tap room.

Steele Hill Resorts

516 Steele Hill Road Sanbornton, NH, 03269 Phone: 603-524-0500 Toll-Free: 855-475-4372

Don’t escape winter – embrace it with the on-site activities at this mountain resort

When it’s time to put away the T-shirts and bring out the ski jackets, it’s time to book a vacation at the Steele Hill Resorts, perched on top of Steele Hill in the heart of New Hampshire’s popular Lakes Region. If it’s all about the outdoors for you, there are miles of trails for snowshoeing and hiking, a designated sledding hill, custom skating rink and a pond right on site, as well as two indoor pools, hot tubs and a poolside bar. Gunstock Ski Area is just 20 minutes away, and special events in the area include sled dog races and a pond hockey tournament. Resort suites and townhouses have gas fireplaces, full kitchens and private balconies with breathtaking mountain and lake views.

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Chesterfield Inn

20 Cross Road West Chesterfield, NH, 03466 Phone: 603-256-3211

Snowy vistas, cheery fires, dining by candlelight: a recipe for a great winter escape

A country inn where you can snuggle up to a fire, dine by candlelight and walk through a snow-covered meadow? Yes, please! The Chesterfield Inn is especially romantic in the winter, with cozy rooms and luxurious suites, many with fireplaces, and some with jetted tubs, cathedral ceilings, or four-poster beds. Look out from oversized windows onto picture-postcard vistas. Sit in front of the fire in the inn’s parlor, then dine by the light of candles in its top-rated restaurant, with seasonal chef-curated selections. Start your day with a gourmet homemade breakfast, then take a short drive to go skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, tubing, or ice skating. Meander down Main Street in Brattleboro to shop or dine or visit the nearby Vermont Country Store, Copper Cannon Distillery, Burdick’s Chocolates, or Simon Pearce Glass.

Center Harbor Inn

294 Whittier Highway Center Harbor, NH, 03226 Phone: 603-253-4347 Toll-Free: 877-567-2117

Inn close to everything that makes winter a wonder on Lake Winnipesaukee

Lake Winnipesaukee is not just for summer vacations – just ask guests who book winter getaways at the Center Harbor Inn. They’ll tell you about the exciting skiing and snowboarding and the equally great hiking and snowmobiling trails, all near the charming lakeside inn. The inn’s Winnipesaukee Winter Adventure Package comes with free snowshoe rentals and hot chocolate in your room with lake and mountain views from private decks or patios. After your adventure on the slopes, trails or on the lake (ice fishing and pond hockey!), come back to the inn to relax in the four-season hot tub overlooking the snowy harbor, or in the toasty sauna. Go ice fishing right off the inn’s shoreline, or visit a brew house or winery.

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