Fireside Inn & Suites At Lake Winnipesaukee
17 Harris Shore Rd Rt. 11 & 11B, Gilford, NH 03249-6645
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Welcome to Fireside Inn & Suites at Lake Winnipesaukee, your Gilford “home away from home.” Fireside Inn & Suites at Lake Winnipesaukee aims to make your visit as relaxing and enjoyable as possible, which is why so many guests continue to come back year after year.
Free wifi is offered to guests, and rooms at Fireside Inn & Suites At Lake Winnipesaukee Hotel offer a flat screen TV, a refrigerator, and air conditioning.
During your stay, take advantage of some of the amenities offered, including 24 hour front desk, newspaper, and a coffee shop. Guests of Fireside Inn & Suites At Lake Winnipesaukee Hotel are also welcome to enjoy a pool and free breakfast, located on site. For travellers arriving by car, free parking is available.
While visiting Gilford, you may want to try some filet mignon at one of the nearby restaurants, such as Ellacoya Barn & Grille.
If you’re looking for something to do, Beans & Greens Farm (0.8 km) is a nice way to spend some time, and it is within walking distance of Fireside Inn & Suites at Lake Winnipesaukee.
Fireside Inn & Suites at Lake Winnipesaukee puts the best of Gilford at your fingertips, making your stay both relaxing and enjoyable.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
Free breakfast
Boating
Hiking
Kids stay free
Parking
Wifi
Hot bath
Pool / beach towels
Indoor pool
Outdoor pool
Heated pool
Shallow end in pool
Fence around pool
Coffee shop
Breakfast available
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Complimentary tea
Outdoor dining area
Snack bar
Vending machine
Skiing
Water sport equipment rentals
Canoeing offsite
Fishing
Tennis court offsite
Board games / puzzles
Books, DVDs, music for children
Children's television networks
Highchairs available
Airport transportation
Car hire
Taxi service
Business Centre with Internet Access
Conference facilities
Banquet room
Meeting rooms
Photo copier / fax In business centre
24-hour security
BBQ facilities
Baggage storage
Concierge
Newspaper
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor furniture
Sun deck
Sun umbrellas
First aid kit
24-hour front desk
Express check-in / check-out
Clothes dryer
Laundry service
Self-serve laundry
Washing machine
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Air conditioning
Desk
Dining area
Fireplace
Coffee / tea maker
Cable / satellite TV
Extra long beds
Bath / shower
Housekeeping
Interconnected rooms available
Private balcony
Safe
Seating area
Separate dining area
Separate living room
Sofa
Telephone
Iron
Laptop safe
Private bathrooms
Tile / marble floor
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Kitchenette
Dishwasher
Microwave
Minibar
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Kitchenware
Flatscreen TV
Radio
Sofa bed
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
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Pool view
Non-smoking rooms
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Grade: 40 out of 100
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17 Harris Shore Rd Rt. 11 & 11B, Gilford, NH 03249-6645
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There isn’t anything wrong with this place per se. The suite was big (too big), bed was comfy and my teen said he slept well on the fold out sofa bed and he liked the fitness room (although the barbell weight clips were hidden away). We were disappointed the hot tub was broken due to a storm surge earlier in the week (that was the reason we chose to stay here over other options in the area). But the surge also affected the heat, which we learned by the room being 80 degrees with the thermostat off. Mainly what we didn’t like were the paternalistic rules. Lots of them. We felt anxious and uncomfortable, as though we were somehow at risk of breaking a rule. This was most apparent in the “grab and go” breakfast area, where an employee hovered over us continually telling us what to do and not do, and insisted on filling my travel mug for me lest I pushed the lever on the coffee dispenser incorrectly. This woman stood too close and made us both anxious - I wouldn’t stay here again just to avoid interacting with her. On day one I brought a small bag to carry my items back since we were staying in the opposite end of the hotel. The next day there was a “No bags” sign (with a pictograph of a grocery bag with a line through it) and we were told not to “go shopping” although we were allowed to carry the same exact items to our room (or could place them on a tray). Because we were on the “Suites” side, there were other, different rules from the hotel side - you must strip the sheets (which they said was due to Covid - which makes no sense - do the sheets on the Suites side transmit Covid while the sheets on the hotel side are sterile?) take out your garbage and recycling at the end of your stay (the dumpsters are at the other end of the parking lot from the suites) and you have to check out an hour earlier (10 vs 11) even though you have to get up earlier to do your own housekeeping. On top of that, there are multiple signs in the room asking you to leave tips for the housekeepers, and an envelope with a suggestion of $4-6 per day per person. Really? Because I should pay extra when I take 4 days of my own garbage out instead of 2 days’ worth? I’m fine tipping when someone makes my bed and cleans the bathroom, but this was just annoying.…
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Date of stay: December 2022Trip type: Travelled with family
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Just returned from a week away in the lovely Lake Winnipesaukee area (first time there), Our stay at the Fireside Inn was perfect. The rooms were spacious, very clean, and nicely appointed. Our king size bed was very comfortable. Each morning's "grab and go" breakfast was a very nice addition to our stay (especially on a snowy day). In particular, the staff was wonderful--very personable and accommodating. Thank you to Kristal and Debbie at the front desk, Barbara in the cafe, and Zeke in housekeeping. Thank you!
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Date of stay: March 2022
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Room Tip: Liked being on the first floor with easy access to the parking lot
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Response from Francis Tuscano, General Manager at Fireside Inn & Suites At Lake Winnipesaukee
Responded Dec. 1, 2022
Thank you for taking the time to post these thoughtful comments about your stay with us. I have shared your comments with all our associates. It is critical to receive this kind of feedback from our guests so that we continually can evaluate our service. . Our associates enjoy taking care of our guests, and hearing compliments like this make it all worthwhile! It is critical to receive this kind of feedback from our guest so that we continually can evaluate our service. We have Keurig makers, refrigerators, microwave ovens and a 55” flat screens in every room. Some rooms now also feature fireplaces! It would be our pleasure to welcome you back the next time you are in the Lakes Region. Sincerely, Francis Tuscano General Manager Fireside Inn & Suites at Lake Winnipesaukee Experience the warmth of our hospitality!
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Fireside Inn & Suites was a marvelous place to stay. Their staff is friendly, professional and always helpful. Their daily breakfast (to go) was fantastic and a great idea for serving food while keeping everyone safe during the pandemic. We loved the pool and hot-tub and I even worked out once in their exercise room during my stay. Overall, I was very pleased and would return again.
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Date of stay: November 2021
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Response from Francis Tuscano, General Manager at Fireside Inn & Suites At Lake Winnipesaukee
Responded Dec. 1, 2022
Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review for us on Tripadvisor.com. I will be sure to share this with all our associates. Our associates enjoy taking care of our guests, and hearing compliments like this make it all worthwhile! It is critical to receive this kind of feedback from our guest so that we continually can evaluate our service. Our mission statement is Friendly Service, Clean Rooms and Everything Works with a Family-Friendly Atmosphere and a little Fun! Sincerely, Francis Tuscano General Manager Fireside Inn & Suites at Lake Winnipesaukee Experience the warmth of our hospitality!
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The room was fine. We stayed in a suite. Everything is really dated, but it was clean and serviceable. I am giving one star for two reasons: 1. When we checked in at the front desk, we were told there is an unadvertised additional $15 service/resort fee that we were charged on top of the rate that we'd already paid. This appears nowhere on the website. A bait and switch like this is against the law (or should be). 2. The hotel requires that guests strip their own linens (sheets/pillowcases/blankets) and towels, and take out their garbage at the conclusion of the stay. We were told about this directly after the extra fee, which I had to at least smile at. I've never had to do this at any AirBNB I've stayed at, much less a reputable hotel. Yes, it's extra labor for the hotel to do that themselves, but pushing this onto guests is a horrible experience. Why am I paying $600 + tax for two nights in a hotel when I'm getting nickel-and-dimed while being treated like an employee?…
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Date of stay: October 2021Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Don't stay here
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Response from Francis Tuscano, General Manager at Fireside Inn & Suites At Lake Winnipesaukee
Responded Dec. 1, 2022
Thank you very much for your review of the property. We are always striving for the best service that we can offer here at our hotel, and it seems as though we may have fallen short during your stay. I can assure you that your comments will be followed up with all the appropriate team members. I hope that should your travels bring you back to the area, that you will give us another opportunity. Sincerely, Francis Tuscano General Manager Fireside Inn & Suites at Lake Winnipesaukee Experience the warmth of our hospitality!
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The front desk could not give directions from 2miles away...there is no signage on the main road,and we drove by it twice because they didn't say it was across the road from Patrick's Pub, a well lit restaurant...Then the TV didn't work and they refused to change the room when the hotel has about 20% capicity. The room is dated, and right near an airport,if you like the sound of planes...to top it off,they had the nerve to add a $10 fee, after the room had been paid for,and couldn't explain what it was for. AVOID THIS PLACE!!!! George Barrett
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Date of stay: September 2021
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Response from Francis Tuscano, General Manager at Fireside Inn & Suites At Lake Winnipesaukee
Responded Dec. 1, 2022
Thank you very much for your review of the property. We are always striving for the best service that we can offer here at our hotel, and it seems as though we may have fallen short during your stay. Thank you for your compliments of our hotel, as well as what wasn't quite right, as we can't fix it if we aren't aware of the problem. I apologize for any inconvenience with your direction and your TV issue. If there is anything further we can do for you, I encourage you to contact me. And we hope that should your travels bring you back to the area, that you will give us another opportunity. Sincerely, Francis Tuscano General Manager Fireside Inn & Suites at Lake Winnipesaukee
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This hotel is our favorite place to stay when attending a concert. It's in the perfect location, it's super clean, and we love the amenities. We love the beach access too, when the weather cooperates!
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Date of stay: August 2021
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Response from Francis Tuscano, General Manager at Fireside Inn & Suites At Lake Winnipesaukee
Responded Dec. 1, 2022
We thank you for such a positive review. We are always striving to offer our guests the best service in the Lakes Region. We’re delighted that you enjoyed the hotel and our service. We hope that each and every guest, every day has this experience. It is very convenient for our guests that we are just a short walk to Meadowbrook! It would be are pleasure to welcome you back the next time you are in the Lakes Region. Sincerely, Francis Tuscano General Manager Fireside Inn & Suites at Lake Winnipesaukee Experience the warmth of our hospitality!
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I have to agree that staff was friendly, but establishment was old, dated, and the mold smell was overwhelming. The bathroom was an adventure with an angled toilet that rocked to and fro into the wall while in use. The residue on the floor was hazardously slippery - just hope it was soap!
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Date of stay: June 2021Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Francis Tuscano, General Manager at Fireside Inn & Suites At Lake Winnipesaukee
Responded Dec. 1, 2022
Thank you very much for your review of the property. We are always striving for the best service that we can offer here at our hotel, and it seems as though we may have fallen a bit short during your stay. Thank you for your compliments of our hotel, as well as what wasn't quite right, we cannot fix problem if we are not aware of it. We hope that should your travels bring you back to the area, that you will give us another opportunity to show you that we truly do provide great Service. Sincerely, Francis Tuscano General Manager Fireside Inn & Suites at Lake Winnipesaukee
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We 'walked in' without reservations during Laconia Motorcycle Rally Week, looking to stay either one, two or three nights. Staff worked OT with us juggling options and rates with what they had available during this peek week. We stayed two nights. The room was SUPER clean and friendly staff, from the front desk, housekeeping, breakfast area, and owner / manager Frank and Facilities manager, Ray ! Great location . . . Highly recommend this Fireside Inn !
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Date of stay: June 2021Trip type: Travelled on business
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Response from Francis Tuscano, General Manager at Fireside Inn & Suites At Lake Winnipesaukee
Responded Jul. 9, 2021
Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review for us on Tripadvisor.com, regarding your stay here. I will be sure to share this with all of our associates here at the Fireside Inn. Our associates enjoy taking care of our guests and hearing compliments like this make it all worth while! It would be are pleasure to welcome you back the next time you are in the Lakes Region. I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what You did, but people will never forget how you made them feel. Sincerely, Francis Tuscano General Manager Fireside Inn & Suites at Lake Winnipesaukee Experience the warmth of our hospitality!
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The front desk staff were very friendly and helpful. The room was clean and the beds were very comfortable. The hotel had an indoor pool and spa. A continental breakfast was provided with individually wrapped pastries and pancakes, along with yoghurt, cereal and oatmeal. The hotel was within walking distance to the lake and there was at least one restaurant across the street. The downsides are the fact that the hotel seems dated. The hall carpets were a bit worn. Also, the hotel was in a large parking lot area off the main road - so not any great views.
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Date of stay: May 2021
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Response from Francis Tuscano, General Manager at Fireside Inn & Suites At Lake Winnipesaukee
Responded Jun. 27, 2021
Thank you for taking the time to post these thoughtful comments about your stay with us. I have shared your comments with all of our associates. It is critical to receive this kind of feedback from our guests so that we continually have the opportunity to evaluate our service. Our associates enjoy taking care of our guests, and hearing compliments like this make it all worthwhile! It is critical to receive this kind of feedback from our guest so that we continually have the opportunity to evaluate our service. We have Keurig makers, refrigerators, microwave ovens and a 55” flat screens in all our of our guest rooms. Some rooms also feature fireplaces! It would be our pleasure to welcome you back the next time you are in the Lakes Region.
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This was our second visit to the Fireside Inn and Suites. We enjoyed this resort very much. All the people that work here are extremely friendly, ready to do whatever is necessary to help make your stay that much better. In past times they have a full breakfast room to enjoy a wonderful breakfast every morning, but because of Covid, they just had a sort of grab-and-go breakfast set up, but it was fine, with an assortment of muffins pastries, coffee, yogurts, and other things. Everything was wrapped for safety. We had a one-bedroom unit. It was very spacious, well decorated and everything eas up to par. Huge TV in the living room with an abundance of channels, modern full kitchen, and very comfortable bed. The l; location, for us, was great and there are several stores nearby. We would definitely recommend this resort to anyone.…
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Date of stay: March 2021
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Response from Francis Tuscano, General Manager at Fireside Inn & Suites At Lake Winnipesaukee
Responded Mar. 18, 2021
Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review for us on Tripadvisor.com, regarding your stay here. I will be sure to share this with all of our associates here at the Fireside Inn. Our associates enjoy taking care of our guests and hearing compliments like this make it all worth while! It would be are pleasure to welcome you back the next time you are in the Lakes Region. I have to say we have the nicest suites in the area. I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what You did, but people will never forget how you made them feel. Sincerely, Francis Tuscano General Manager Fireside Inn & Suites at Lake Winnipesaukee Experience the warmth of our hospitality!
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PRICE RANGE
US$138 - US$261 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
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FORMERLY KNOWN AS
B. Mae's Resort Inn & Suites
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United StatesNew HampshireGilford
NUMBER OF ROOMS
83
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Frequently Asked Questions about Fireside Inn & Suites At Lake Winnipesaukee
Which popular attractions are close to Fireside Inn & Suites At Lake Winnipesaukee?
Nearby attractions include Art Escape (6.4 km), Funspot (7.3 km), and Gunstock Mountain Resort (4.9 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Fireside Inn & Suites At Lake Winnipesaukee?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include an indoor pool, free wifi, and free breakfast.
Which room amenities are available at Fireside Inn & Suites At Lake Winnipesaukee?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, a minibar, and air conditioning.
What food & drink options are available at Fireside Inn & Suites At Lake Winnipesaukee?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, barbeque facilities, and complimentary tea during their stay.
Is parking available at Fireside Inn & Suites At Lake Winnipesaukee?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Fireside Inn & Suites At Lake Winnipesaukee?
Conveniently located restaurants include Tavern 27, Jon's Roast Beef & Deli, and Kellerhaus.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Fireside Inn & Suites At Lake Winnipesaukee?
Yes, guests have access to an indoor pool and a fitness centre during their stay.
Does Fireside Inn & Suites At Lake Winnipesaukee have airport transportation?
Yes, Fireside Inn & Suites At Lake Winnipesaukee offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Are any cleaning services offered at Fireside Inn & Suites At Lake Winnipesaukee?
Yes, laundry service and self serve laundry are offered to guests.
Does Fireside Inn & Suites At Lake Winnipesaukee offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers a business centre, meeting rooms, and a banquet room.
Are there any historical sites close to Fireside Inn & Suites At Lake Winnipesaukee?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Meredith Historical Society (11.8 km).