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Places to stay in New Hampshire

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  • Lincoln, NH

    Mountain Club on Loon

    On-site spa and wellness center ensure your resort visit is relaxing, rejuvenating

    At the Mountain Club on Loon, they want you to do more than have a good time: They also want you to relax, refresh and rejuvenate. And that’s where the Mountain Club Spa & Wellness Center comes in. Check into the spa for an aromatherapy, hot stone or deep tissue massage. Choose from a variety of facials to make your skin firmer, brighter, calmer – or age-defying. The spa also offers reflexology, waxing services, manicures and pedicures and a variety of soothing body treatments for men and women. The resort’s wellness center features an indoor lap and leisure pool, seasonal outdoor pool, workout and cardio equipment, and classes including yoga, water aerobics, spin, meditation and pilates. Personal training and nutrition consulting are also offered.

    90 Loon Mountain Road 800-229-7829
  • Albany, NH

    Huttopia - White Mountains

    Woodland cabins offer the best of both winter worlds: proximity to outdoor fun – and indoor heating

    Our wood Cabins blend authenticity and modern comfort in the heart of the White Mountains. Untreated hardwood construction, environmentally respectful and perfectly integrated into the forest landscape. Two floors with separate bedrooms, equipped kitchen, and cozy living room around the wood or gas stove. The new wooden Frontier Wagons offer a unique experience with two bedrooms, kitchenette, and private outdoor space with BBQ. Each accommodation features a terrace to admire the surrounding nature and relax after the day’s adventures.

    57 Pine Knoll Road 603-447-3131
  • Tilton, NH

    Lakes Region Tourism Association

    If you’re seeking that home-away-from-home accommodation, this region has plenty to choose from

    Whether you’re on a mega-vacation or a getaway weekend, you want a home base that feels, well, like home. In New Hampshire’s Lakes Region, there’s plenty of that with a wide selection of cozy cabins and cottages. And you have lots to choose from: classic cottages nestled in a shady pine grove, cabins with knotty-pine interiors close to fun attractions, lakeside cottages with patios and screened-in porches. You can opt for a serviceable kitchenette or a fully equipped kitchen; a fireplace or wood stove; access to a sandy beach or a sparkling pool. Some cottage communities even have heated whirlpools and hot tubs. Many have picnic areas or private grills. And some have docks for your boat in addition to areas for swimming and fishing.

    61 Laconia Road 603-286-8008

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  • Laconia, NH

    Naswa Resort

    Brilliantly crafted cuisine, creative cocktails will draw you to this restaurant with lake views

    Enjoy exceptional Lake Winnipesaukee dining at The NASWA Resort, where fresh seafood, lake views, and family friendly menus come together. The Blue Bistro is our signature waterfront restaurant, serving breakfast and dinner with options ranging from perfectly cooked Angus steaks and seafood specialties to creative vegetarian dishes and a full kids’ menu. Start your morning with guest favorites like the Big Wake, Egg McMakris, or Caribbean French Toast. For casual lakeside lunch or dinner, visit the NazBar & Grill—our beachfront bar known for tropical cocktails, lobster rolls, burgers, and unbeatable sunset views. Finish your day with classic New England entrées and homemade desserts. Whether you’re looking for romantic waterfront dining or a relaxed beach bar, The NASWA offers one of the best dining experiences on Lake Winnipesaukee.

    1086 Weirs Boulevard 603-366-4341
  • Sanbornton, NH

    Steele Hill Resorts

    Discover mouthwatering meals paired with the Lakes Region’s most spectacular panoramas

    Perched atop Steele Hill in New Hampshire’s Lakes Region, Steele Hill Resorts overlooks Lake Winnipesaukee and Lake Winnisquam with the White Mountains rising beyond. Accommodations range from well-appointed hotel rooms to spacious suites, all with easy access to the resort’s extensive amenities, including indoor and outdoor pools, hot tubs, fitness facilities, and miles of walking trails. Dining is a highlight at the resort’s Hilltop Restaurant, where large windows frame sweeping lake views. Guests enjoy all-American comfort food, from hearty breakfasts to thoughtfully prepared dinners. Pair your meal with a local craft brew or signature cocktail, then unwind next door at Tova’s Tavern—featuring a cozy fireplace and full bar service. Don’t miss their popular weekend breakfast buffet.

    516 Steele Hill Road 603-524-0500
  • Moultonborough, NH

    Castle in The Clouds

    Panoramic views makes dining in the Carriage House Restaurant at Castle in the Clouds truly unforgettable

    The only thing better than a great meal is a dining experience with magnificent scenery, and visitors have been admiring the view from the Carriage House Restaurant terrace at Castle in the Clouds for years. The seasonal restaurant looks out over Lake Winnipesaukee, with mountain peaks in the distance. The menu features a combination of classic favorites and original recipes. The Music Night Series takes place in summer, with genres from folk musicians to tribute bands. Watching the sun set over Lake Winnipesaukee while dining and listening to live music makes for the perfect evening. Visitors also enjoy the ice cream offered over at Café in the Clouds near The Meadows at Shannon Pond.

    455 Old Mountain Road 603-476-5900

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About New Hampshire

Welcome to Visit New Hampshire

Great Vacations on the Ocean, the Lakes, and the White Mountains

New Hampshire offers great vacations. People travel from everywhere to enjoy the state's vacation attractions and activities. From the Great North Woods to the Lakes Region to the ocean beaches, New Hampshire is a vacation destination beloved by adults and families for its outdoor activities, mountains, beaches, and fun family attractions. Generations of families travel to vacation spots like North Conway, Lake Winnipesaukee and Hampton Beach, NH. In the Seacoast and White Mountains, outdoor activities go on winter and summer. It's a vacation land for all tastes.

New Hampshire Regions and Highlights

Dartmouth NH & Lake Sunapee Area

This serene region is a place of outdoor activities in all seasons. There's numerous lakes in the region, but the largest is Lake Sunapee, which stretches north from Newbury, NH to New London, NH and provides a excellent backdrop for water sports and back-to-nature vacations. Winter sports enthusiasts travel to Mt. Kearsarge and Mt. Sunapee for skiing and snowmobiling. Covered bridge fans find the Cornish-Windsor, NH Bridge a charming attraction. Dartmouth College is a center of top-caliber arts & entertainment, for locals, students, and vacationers.

The Great North Woods

This region is comprised of the northernmost reaches of New Hampshire, beyond the White Mountain National Forest to the Connecticut Lakes, and finally the Canadian border. It's a vacation dream for people who love lakes, rivers, wildlife and towering forests. Outdoor enthusiasts travel from far and wide to enjoy rugged vacation activities like hunting, fishing, camping, hiking, boating, ATV riding, snowmobiling, cross country skiing, and moose watching. Festivals and other activities and attractions are plentiful in the towns of Colebrook, Columbia, and Pittsburg.

The Lakes Region

The greatest namesake of a Lakes Region, NH vacation is beautiful Lake Winnipesaukee, a large body of water including islands, bays and sandy beaches that is a year-round attraction. Activities in the area naturally include water sports and fishing, with entertainment and dining at local resorts, while the nearby forests and hills host plenty of land-based outdoor fun. Other grand lakes in the area include Big Squam and Little Squam Lakes near Holderness, NH, and Lake Winnisquam near Laconia, NH. The town of Wolfeboro, NH on the southern side of Winnipesaukee is rustic and homey, and popular for families with children who travel there yearly. Other lakeside towns include Moultonborough, NH and Meredith, NH, where vacationers can rest, walk, dine, shop and enjoy the local attractions.

Merrimack Valley NH & The State Capitol Area

Manchester, NH, a thriving mill town a century ago, is enjoying a revival as a vacation destination, fueled by attractions like performing arts and museums. Entertainment activities are always happening at the Verizon Arena. The Palace Theater presents Broadway shows and live concerts. The state capitol, Concord, NH, is home to the Christa McAuliffe Planetarium, where children can learn about exploring the universe. Canterbury Shaker Village in Canterbury, NH is a living history museum with costumed interpreters.

The Monadnock Region

This region, located in the southeast corner of New Hampshire, takes its name from Mount Monadnock near Jaffrey, NH. Sometimes called the most-climbed mountain in the world, it's explored by over 100,000 hikers and campers each year. The mountain has 40 miles of trails, and on a clear day the summit provides a view of every New England state! For children and families, Friendly Farm in Dublin, NH and Stonewall Farm in Keene, NH are great attractions that offer fun activities for kids, like visiting farm animals and taking hay rides.

Seacoast Region

New Hampshire's slice of Atlantic Ocean waterfront is packed with fun, beauty, and history for travelers and vacationers. Hampton Beach, NH is a family beach with activities and attractions for everyone. Portsmouth, NH is a mellow city of cobblestoned streets, historic buildings with dining and shopping, and Prescott Park with great views of the waterfront. One major attraction, Strawbery Banke Museum, is an immersion into history as well as nature and local events.

The White Mountains

The majestic White Mountains of New Hampshire features plenty of great family attractions, outdoor sports & recreation, grand historic hotels and rustic lodges, and during the winter becomes a hub for snowy fun! Enjoy a drive along the spectacular Kancamagus Highway between Lincoln and Conway, NH. Stop off in North Conway, NH for some excellent outlet shopping and dining.

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