Laurel Lake Placid
Mountaineer minimalism — alpine chalet aesthetic with Scandinavian and Japanese influence. Wood-burner in the library, bouclé chairs, full-height windows framing forest views. Cozy without being kitschy.
Grab a seat by the wood-burner in Alpine Hall in winter — the views of Mirror Lake through the full-height windows are worth arriving early for
Why It Matters
One of the few genuinely design-forward hotels in the Adirondacks. Listed on Tablet Hotels and Mr & Mrs Smith, and part of the World of Hyatt loyalty ecosystem. Its Scandinavian-meets-Japanese aesthetic is a genuine departure from the region's standard lodge-and-antler formula.
Laurel Lake Placid is a 90-room boutique hotel sitting right in downtown Lake Placid, a short walk from Mirror Lake and the Olympic legacy sites. The design deliberately bucks the rustic-lodge playbook: think clean lines, pine-wood panelling, earthy textures, and a Scandinavian-meets-Japanese minimalist sensibility. It was renamed from Bluebird Lake Placid in December 2025, though the ownership, staff, and feel stayed the same.
Where You'll Stay
10 room types available
Deluxe King
More spacious than the standard King, accommodating 2–4 guests. Ideal for couples or small families wanting a bit more breathing room.
King
Double Queen
Two queen beds, perfect for two couples or a group of friends. Standard Scandinavian-influenced finishes throughout.
Two Queen
Double Queen Suite
Spacious suite with two queen beds and a sofa sleeper, sleeping up to 6 guests. Good pick for larger families who need flexibility without going all-out on the Party Friends Suite.
Two Queen
King
Standard king room for solo travelers or couples. Clean Scandinavian-Japanese styling with premium bedding, air conditioning, mini-fridge, microwave, and TV. Some rooms feature bay windows.
KingKing Accessible
ADA-compliant king room sleeping up to 2 guests, designed with mobility-friendly features. One of five ADA-adapted room types at the hotel.
KingKing Bunk Suite
Large suite for up to 6–8 guests, combining a king bed, bunk beds, and a sofa sleeper. Ideal for families of six, with an additional pull-out option. Interconnecting rooms also available.
King + BunkKing Junior Suite
Junior suite sleeping up to 4 guests, with a seating area and sofa sleeper. Good step-up option for small families or couples wanting a defined sitting space.
KingKing Suite
Spacious suite sleeping up to 4, with a separate living space ideal for small groups or families. Features the hotel's signature earthy, minimal décor with Adirondack-nodding touches like deer-head wall art.
KingParty Friends Suite
The hotel's largest suite, sleeping up to 8 guests with multiple bed configurations. Features a private balcony and dining space — the go-to for post-ski group hangs or summer lake weekends.
MultipleQueen Bunk
Designed for groups of four friends traveling together. Features a queen bed and bunk beds, leaning into the adventure-hotel spirit.
Queen + BunkThe Property
Eat & Drink
1 venue on property
Restaurant
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Direct access to Adirondack trail networks. The Jack Rabbit Trail stretches 50 kilometers from Keene to Paul Smiths for cross-country skiing or summer hiking. Local rental shops in town for bikes and gear.
Rent ice skates and skate at the Herb Brooks Arena, site of the iconic 1980 'Miracle on Ice' US hockey gold medal. Under a mile from the hotel.
A classic Lake Placid winter activity — slide down a wooden chute onto the frozen Mirror Lake. Located 10 minutes' walk from the hotel.
Mirror Lake is a short walk from the hotel. Local rental outfitters offer canoes, kayaks, paddleboards, and boats. The hotel can assist with tour and ticket logistics.
A curated library stocked with Adirondack mountain guides and trail maps — useful for trip planning before heading out.
Complimentary seasonal shuttle departing from outside the hotel directly to Whiteface Mountain for skiing, snowboarding, and snowshoeing. Whiteface is a 10-minute drive from the hotel.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
All communal areas are wheelchair-accessible. Five ADA-adapted king and queen room types available.
On-site meeting and banquet rooms available for corporate events, weddings, and group gatherings.
Free high-speed WiFi throughout the hotel and in all rooms.
Grab-n-go breakfast 7–8am and continental buffet 8–10am daily, included in the rate.
All rooms include a mini-fridge and microwave.
In-room bath amenities by Public Goods.
Pets (dogs) welcome. Some suites can host families plus a dog.
On-site game room available to guests.
Daily housekeeping service included.
Small retail shop on the property.
Complimentary water bottle refill station in the hotel.
Mobile app (OpenKey) enables self check-in for guests arriving outside staffed front desk hours. Guests receive instructions 72 hours before arrival.
Complimentary self-parking on-site.
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