Hotels near Blue Mountain Lake benefit from the natural beauty of their Lake Placid, New York, environs and golf galore. After relaxing at the resort, head to the nine holes of the High Peaks Golf Club. There you'll find views of the Adirondack High Peaks and 2,575 yards of what's billed as challenging play on beautiful fairways. The course sits aside the Upper Hudson River, which adds to the scenery.
Crowne Plaza Resort & Golf Club
If there is such a thing as a cathedral to vistas, the lobby of the Crowne Plaza Resort & Golf Club is one, with its dramatic overlook views of Mirror Lake and Adirondack peaks beyond this 1,000-acre property. Guests have their choice of chalets, suites and hotel rooms, some of which feature Jacuzzis and fireplaces. Amenities include free Wi-Fi access, an indoor swimming pool, a hot tub and fitness center, as well as a business center and 30,000 square feet of meeting space. Seafood, steak and pasta is available for dinner at the resort's Lake Placid Boat House, on the shores of the lake. Enjoy a total of 45 holes of golf between its Links Course and Mountain Course, which Golf Digest has named one of its "Places to Play."
Crowne Plaza Resort & Golf Club
101 Olympic Drive
Lake Placid, NY 12946
(518) 523-2556
lakeplacidcp.com
High Peaks Resort
The High Peaks Resort is a solid option for business or leisure. Guests will find more Lake Placid and mountain views, along with a full-service spa. This pet-friendly venue offers free high-speed wireless Internet and, for the business-minded, there is 10,000 square feet of meeting space, an executive boardroom and a banquet-catering service. Take cocktails in the lobby at PR's bar, find casual dining at the whimsical Dancing Bears restaurant for breakfast, lunch and dinner or its cozy Reflections restaurant (dinner only). Eighteen holes of miniature golf at Pirate's Cove are approximately a mile away.
High Peaks Resort
2384 Saranac Ave.
Lake Placid, NY 12946
(518) 523-4411
highpeaksresort.com
Mirror Lake Inn Resort and Spa
The Mirror Lake Inn Resort and Spa is a AAA Four-Diamond hotel with features like wireless Internet in rooms and a private sandy beach on Mirror Lake. Guests will enjoy both an indoor and a heated outdoor pool, a fitness center and three dining venues. The View restaurant was an Open Table Diner's Choice in 2009 (for breakfast and dinner). Or opt for the more casual Taste Bistro and Bar for dinner. Light fare and cocktails can be had all day at Cottage, a pub-styled eatery. Business spaces can accommodate small to mid-sized events. For leisure, relax with a signature "water massage" at the resort's spa. This resort is a winner of Travel + Leisure's World's Best award.
Mirror Lake Inn Resort and Spa
77 Mirror Lake Drive
Lake Placid, NY 12946
(518) 523-2544
mirrorlakeinn.com
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