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Friends Lake Inn

4.0 star property
Mountain escape where travelers find tranquility through exceptional meals, cozy fireside moments, and outdoor adventures in the wilderness

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Friends Lake Inn offers a peaceful mountain getaway with thoughtful amenities. Browse the library, stroll the garden, or explore nearby snowshoeing trails. After outdoor activities, relax by the lobby fireplace before enjoying American specialties at the Main Dining Room.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is NZ$420
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar

Room options

View all photos for Basic Room

1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Basic Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Premier Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Romantic Room, 1 King Bed

1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Romantic Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Located in Chestertown, Friends Lake Inn is near a train station and in the mountains. Tannery Pond Community Center and North Creek Depot Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Revolution Rail Co. and The Sembrich. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and ski runs, or try out other outdoor activities such as snow tubing and snowmobiling. Visit our Chestertown travel guide
Map
963 Friends Lake Rd, Chestertown, NY, 12817

What's nearby

  • Nothing Like a day on the slopes #OrbitzTravel
    Gore Mountain Ski Resort
    22 min drive - 31.2 km
  • August 20 2024, Sunny afternoon summer aerial image of the area surrounding Lake George, NY, USA
    Lake George
    25 min drive - 35.5 km
  • LakeGeorge_MillionDollarBeach_6247910_03
    Million Dollar Beach
    25 min drive - 35.6 km
  • Friends Lake
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Six Flags Great Escape
    30 min drive - 46.0 km

Getting around

  • Albany, NY (ALB-Albany Intl.)
    79 min drive

Restaurants

  • Stewart's Shops
    8 min drive
  • Main Street Ice Cream Parlor
    6 min drive
  • Black Bear Restaurant
    12 min drive
  • Friends Lake Inn
    1 min walk
  • O.P. Fredricks
    6 min drive

About this property

Friends Lake Inn

Upscale hotel in the mountains
Take advantage of a terrace, a garden and a library at Friends Lake Inn. Adventurous travellers may like the snowshoeing and hiking/biking trails at this hotel. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a fireplace in reception and a bar.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Concierge services, a 24-hour front desk and tour/ticket information
  • Free newspapers, wedding services and a banquet hall
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and bathrobes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • Bistro

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library
  • Ski equipment rentals
  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage
  • Snowshoeing

Family friendly

  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift
  • Visual alarms in hallways

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1860
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Friends Lake Inn Chestertown
Friends Lake Inn
Friends Lake Chestertown
The Friends Lake Hotel Chestertown
Friends Lake Inn Hotel
Friends Lake Inn Chestertown
Friends Lake Inn Hotel Chestertown

Frequently asked questions

Is Friends Lake Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Friends Lake Inn?

As of 7 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Friends Lake Inn on 8 Mar 2026 start from NZ$420, 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.

How much is parking at Friends Lake Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Friends Lake Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Friends Lake Inn?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Friends Lake Inn located?

Situated in the mountains, this hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Friends Lake and 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Loon Lake Beach. Loon Lake and Tripp Pond are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

Friends Lake Inn Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.4

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 102 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 102 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 102 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 102 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 102 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great. The inn is unique. Perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet lodging and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great room, very nice staff. Nice weekend getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, comfortable bed, very clean. Decorated nicely, very cozy feeling. Nice continental breakfast in bright cheery sunroom. Great hiking nearby. Staff responsive to questions and had good recommendations for dining and hiking. Very responsive via text prior to stay even had hiking trail directions printed out for us prior to our arrival. Overall very enjoyable stay. Everything was perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jude

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We visited the Inn hotel to celebrate my husband’s birthday and take a much-needed break from my role as a caregiver for my mother. The weekend turned out to be exactly what we needed—it gave us the chance to unplug, recharge, and truly rest. The staff were friendly, accommodating, and just lovely throughout our stay. The level of service we received far exceeded what you’d typically expect from a chain hotel. We were very pleased with every aspect of our experience and are so grateful for the care and attention that made our time there feel so special.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

J Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is in the middle of nowhere. Not convenient to anything close like restaurants or shopping. They were very short staffed. Little things, like the tv not working, breakfast starting 20 minutes late, restaurant out of chicken dishes, food (except the brownie sundae) was ok at best. Would not stay there again. Very expensive for a marginal experience. And don’t let Friends Lake Inn make you think it is on the water. You can just barely see a lake from second story.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Keri A.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This hotel is beautiful, old style Adirondacks with cute rooms and great dining. While it is charming, the bed at least in the room I had was a springboard type of mattress you’d find at a koa camp. For the price to stay there I was shocked with it being one of the most uncomfortable sleeps I’ve gotten at any hotel and I travel a lot. Beds are an important piece to me. Aside from the super uncomfortable bed, the place was really nice. They didn’t skip on any Adirondack decor, the food for dinner and breakfast were superb and the people working there from the front desk, wait staff, and bar tender were top notch excellent. The bathroom and items they supplied were phenomenal as well. But truthfully as ideal of a cozy all Adirondack charming place as this is, I won’t return unless they upgrade their mattresses. If they do then I’d be back in a heartbeat!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff, room was clean, well maintained. Ate at the restaurant, food was great.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice location. Would have enjoyed more activity like hiking or a pool or something on site. But it met our requirements for a beautiful place to stay with good food
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting. Very clean. Charming building. Friendly staff. Breakfast included.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

MATTHEW

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very peaceful, clean, and friendly place. Great food also.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Ajmal

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was slim pickings. Stale bagels and English muffins. Staff friendly. Clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful and friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jordana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great time at Friends Lake Inn. We'll definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

marion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The inn’s waitstaff, Allison and Kim, were amazing! They were so welcoming and treated us more like a treasured friend than a customer.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The food was made to order and very good prices were fair. The cost to stay there is overpriced.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stay was off season, mid week. Quiet, Dove room was nice and cozy. Bed comfortable and warm. Breakfast offered in the am, staff friendly and helpful. Yeah nice…
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Joelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was very nice. Bed was comfortable. room was clean. 3 floors, no elevator with steep steps between 2nd and 3rd floors. Not good for heavy luggage. No extra toilet paper (just the roll on the holder) or soap 1 bar for 2 pedestal sinks. Rather drab and dated.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

leonard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great time at Friends Lake Inn!!

The Friends Lake Inn is an extraordinary destination. The grounds are gorgeous, the buildings are kept in perfect shape, and the rooms are excellent. The food is off the chart !! But the most outstanding part of our stay was the staff at the Inn. They are all dedicated professionals that strive to make your stay a memorable one. I would highly recommend Friends Lake Inn to anyone seeking exceptional service and quality
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017

4/10 Poor

JOYCE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only pro-room was clean and bed was comfortable. Place is like a ghost town, front desk always vacant with lights off.very dark, poor lighting on stairs. There is no customer service, no information about what place has to offer. Restaurant-No chicken entree available at restaurant, no tap beer, only decaf tea at breakfast, toaster over was very dirty. No fruit, yogurt, only plain bagel and english muffin, no variety. Minimal staff, ice not readily available.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Vera

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at Friends Lake Inn hoping for a relaxing getaway, but this visit was very disappointing. Upon arrival, the hotel was completely empty — no staff at the front desk, no note or key left for us, and no response to calls or texts. After waiting, we had no choice but to find and check ourselves into an unoccupied room. Additionally, none of the usual amenities were available: the restaurant and bar were not operating. The next morning, a staff member admitted they had “forgotten” to leave a note, but no compensation or effort to make things right was offered. For a hotel charging this rate, this level of service is unacceptable. What was supposed to be a relaxing getaway turned into a stressful experience.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness
Breakfast was supposed to be included. They changed without telling us in advance that it was Continental this week.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Sung-Hee

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I only saw staff on the day I arrived and the day I left. There was no staff around while I was there. They didn’t tell me that there wasn’t any staff available or that there would only be “continental breakfast”. I was depending on the restaurant being open during my stay but I learned that the restaurant was closed when I went down to try and get some dinner. I had wanted to cut my stay there short but no one was there. When I told the front desk of my disappointment, all she said was “I’m sorry” and didn’t really try to make amends. This place had wonderful memories for me. I returned to this inn after a very long
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025