High Peaks Resort Rating: 4.0 Pearls

Lake Placid, New York, United States

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The location of High Peaks Resort has history -- it was the site of Lake Placid’s first bed and breakfast more than 100 years ago. A clear update from its foundation though, the High Peaks is now a modern resort with a warm, inviting lodge-like interior (think wood-clad walls, rich leather furnishings and stone fireplaces) and prime real estate along the shores of Mirror Lake and abutting popular Main Street. There are four different event rooms that make this resort a popular place for weddings and business meetings -- but families are prevalent here too, perhaps because of the lakefront activities and four pools.

In the winter, enjoy a hot toddy in front of the wood-burning fireplace at PR’s Lobby Bar. During warmer weather, guests make use of the lakefront, with free use of kayaks, as well as two outdoor pools and the outdoor patio at Dancing Bears.

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High Peaks Resort is centrally located on Main Street in downtown Lake Placid. Guest rooms take advantage of peaceful views over Mirror Lake with the Adirondack Mountains in the background, and the center of town is just a few steps away. Coffee shops, restaurants and shops are all within walking distance, as is the path around Mirror Lake, which offers a brisk 2.7-mile walk or jog.

Lake Placid is a small town central to nearby attractions, and most destinations are within short driving distance from each other. Adirondack Park is the largest in the lower 48 states and has 3,000 lakes and 2,000 miles of hiking trails to explore.

• 27-minute drive to Adirondack Regional Airport
• Steps from downtown Lake Placid with plenty of restaurants and bars
• 4 blocks to the Olympic Center
• 15-minute walk to Mirror Lake beach
• 5-minute drive to the Lake Placid Golf Club
• 8-minute drive to the Olympic Sports Complex and the Olympic Ski Jumping Complex
• 10-minute drive to Jon Brown’s Farm
• 14-minute drive to High Falls Gorge
• 16-minute drive to Whiteface Mountain Ski Center
• 25-minute drive to Santa’s Workshop
• 40-minute drive to The Wild Center
• 74-minute drive to the Adirondack Museum

Mirror Lake Collection - Standard King

Though not especially stand-out or stylish, rooms at High Peaks Resort are updated and comfortable, and feature the basic modern amenities you'd expect at a resort of this rating: flat-screen TVs, iPod docks, coffeemakers with free coffee and free Wi-Fi. Rooms are available in two different areas: the main resort building and the Mirror Lake Collection, which is directly on Mirror Lake. Rooms in the main resort have courtyard or mountain views, and the Mirror Lake Collection have rooms and balconies facing Mirror Lake. Most rooms are decorated in autumn colors with wood and granite finishes, though decor varies from room types leaving some feeling a bit dowdy and dated.

Upgrade to a suite for a fireplace, microwave and Jacuzzi tub -- though note that you'll be missing out on the spa-like stone showers (with rain showerheads) that are found in the standard rooms.

• Flat-screen TVs, iPod docks, mini-fridges, duvets and balconies
• Linens and duvets are Pacific Coast Hyperclean down products
• White organic cotton terry cloth robes
• Large work desks and ergonomic chairs
• Cuisinart coffeemakers and Allegro Organic Coffee
• Granite and wood finishes throughout
• Molton Brown of London toiletries

The Waterfront Pool

• Lakefront area with free use of kayaks, and row and paddle boats
• Two outdoor pools and lounge chairs -- one with a direct view of Mirror Lake
• Two indoor pools and a game room
• Aveda Concept Spa and Salon with manicure/pedicure stations, Aveda products and spa treatments
• Sophisticated lobby area with a wood-burning fireplace, leather furniture and free morning newspapers
• A nice selection of modern conference and event facilities
• A modern fitness center overlooking the pool courtyard, with free bottled water and towels
• Free Wi-Fi throughout property
• 24-hour business center with free printer
• Small pets at 50 pounds and under are allowed in rooms for a fee
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Dancing Bears is a fun, casual restaurant that is accessible through the lobby or via a separate outdoor entrance. In the morning, they offer a full breakfast menu, or if in a hurry, fresh pastries and coffee. Lunch and dinner offers a wide range of pub food including nachos, burgers and signature pizzas. Sample regional beers and wines, as well as signature cocktails, and there is a seasonal outdoor patio with a fire pit and stand-up heaters. The lobby bar, PR’s, is open on weekend evenings for drinks by the wood-burning fireplace. In the winter, they have a tapas and fondue menu.