The difference between staying at a hostel vs a hotel is that you meet other people with similar interests. We've stayed here a number of times when hiking the high peaks. At T-Max-n-Topo's the owners are also present to give you guidance. The rooms are clean, the beds are comfortable, they have a great kitchen and they keep making improvements.... More

I come here with my friends every December to stay while we hike and climb - it is a pleasant and very convenient place to stay. it is a hostel, so there are no luxuries. but they have a big a kitchen and the bedroom and bathrooms are always clean. they have a big living room and pretty much let... More

A friend and I stayed here for a night this week while attending a USA Bobsled recruiting camp. I was pleasantly surprised by both the cleanliness and coziness of this hostel. The kitchen is huge and features a commercial gas range as well as everything you could possibly need to cook your own meals. The host was extremely personable and... More

We recently enjoyed a much needed vacation in Lake Placid. We are not what most would consider real outdoorsy types and TMax-n-Topo's went above and beyond to make us comfortable and to guide us in making our trip a wonderful experience. We stayed in one of the private rooms and it was clean, quiet and comfortable. The kitchen is amazing... More

Arrived Saturday about 5PM with my friend Bob to attend an event in Lake Placid, this place is great. I found the living room and kitchen area to be quite comfortable and very well equipped. The sleeping areas are located on the lower floor. There is a nice sitting area and storage for additional blankets if you need them. The... More

I stayed at TMax-n-Topo's Hostel this past weekend while attending an ice climbing course with EMS in Lake Placid. First and foremost, I've traveled to over 70 countries on five continents and stayed at hundreds of hostels. This hostel is well managed and goes the extra mile to make you comfortable (they even provide free ear plugs for sleeping if... More

Just came back from spending 3 nights alone from this place. It was without a doubt the best hostel around Lake Placid considering the location,service and rate wise. The new owners David and Terri are very friendy hosts and they will go all the way to help you out with any questions about the area or just about anything. They... More

As the instructor of a college course I want to give my students a great experience. A stay at a hostel is a new experience for many. When looking at older reviews you will see quite a change over the past 2 years!! The new owners of this hostel have made it their primary home and also the temporary home... More

My friend and I enjoyed three nights at this very homey hostel. Centrally located outside of Lake Placid proper, it is clean, quiet and has extremely knowledgeable and approachable owners. I look forward to staying again.