The Whiteface Lodge Lake Placid

Completed in June 2005, Whiteface Lodge is the vision of a former Olympian and developer who used decades of building experience to create one of the grandest properties in the entire Adirondack Park.

Much of the timber for this Lake Placid resort was hand-milled on-site, and accents such as handcrafted Adirondack furnishings adorn the interior spaces, creating a wonderfully authentic ambiance.

Considered by many one of the best hotels of its kind in the country, Whiteface Lodge is nestled in Adirondack Park. This six-million-acre recreation area in upstate New York has drawn nature lovers for decades (visitors have included Ralph Waldo Emerson, the Vanderbilt’s and Marjorie Merriweather Post).

In the heart of the park on Lake Placid, the lodge evokes the region’s 19th-century heyday with a wood-beamed exterior, cozy carpet-strewn sitting rooms and cast-iron fireplaces. Amenities and services are decidedly 21st-century, as is the focus on family travel and mountain escapes.

The resort offers every imaginable activity for families and adult travelers; including a movie theater, bowling, canoeing and ice skating in the winter. Kanu restaurant and Peak 47 feature classic culinary creations and a resort spa has hot tubs, steam rooms, saunas, wellness classes, fitness center and a full service spa and salon menu.

Whiteface Lodge offers you an impressive number of ways to escape the everyday world and immerse yourself in vacation splendor. From extraordinary onsite amenities to easy access to local recreational facilities, your friends and your family can forge lasting memories at our Lake Placid sanctuary.

LUXURY SUITES
Handcrafted Adirondack furnishings blend seamlessly with every modern comfort in our spacious one, two and three bedroom suites, each with a fully equipped kitchen.

Take advantage of our in-suite cast-iron fireplaces, which create a cozy retreat on winter days and cool summer nights. Step out on your private cedar and mahogany balcony to take in the fresh mountain air and woodland views—a world away from everyday cares.

PRESIDENTIAL SUITE
Presidential Suite at Whiteface Lodge just got better! It remains the largest accommodation at up to 3,100 square feet and it is located in the Lodge’s Clubhouse.

Accessed by a private elevator, this luxuriously rustic, bi-level suite features a two, three, or four bedroom configuration and sleeps 6 to 12 guests comfortably. There are multiple gas fireplaces throughout the unit.

The upper level features a screened-in porch where guests may take in the beautiful courtyard and mountain views. Two of the three master bedrooms offer in-suite bathrooms with separate luxury tubs and showers plus both have beautiful private views overlooking our trout pond.

The main living room has a large custom built gas fireplace, artisan made chandeliers, rustic farm dining table and state-of-the-art Viking range and appliances. Guests who chose the Presidential Suite are in for a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

DINING
The colorful and textured flavors come to life in the dining destinations at Whiteface Lodge Resort. Kanu, our flagship restaurant, presents sophisticated Adirondack-inspired cuisine, and Peak47 features handcrafted cocktails, live music and sumptuous light fare.

KANU UPSCALE DINING
Sophisticated Adirondack-inspired cuisine is elevated by magnificent mountain views at Kanu. Hand-hewn log beams and granite stone fireplaces add rustic warmth to an unforgettable dining experience.

Guests enjoy a view into the bustling kitchen as our culinary team prepares a la carte and multi- course wine pairing menus that showcase the rich local bounty of the Adirondacks.

PEAK 47 CASUAL DINING
After a day of outdoor adventure, Peak 47 is the perfect place to unwind with an excellent casual meal, signature drink, and live music.

Enjoy a local or regional beer or choose a vintage from our extensive wine list- a perennial winner of Wine Spectator’s Award of Excellence. Take a seat at the copper-topped bar or settle by the cozy glow of wood- burning stone fireplace on a snowy winter day.

CANOE CLUB GRILL
Canoe Club is an exclusive Lake Placid beachfront facility, located just down the road and accessible by our complimentary shuttle. Canoe Club features light fare and which is ideal for lunch or to recharge after a swim.

With sweeping views of Whiteface Mountain and the option of enjoying our delectable creations from the comfort of your chaise lounge, Canoe Club makes it easy to soak up the sun and relax with the lake’s refreshing breeze.

THE SPA
Ranked among the Top 100 Spas in North America by Condé Nast Traveler, our intimate 5,700-square-foot spa blends the rustic beauty of its setting with a relaxing and serene ambiance. The Spa at Whiteface Lodge takes its inspiration from the complex mosaic of Adirondack Mountain life and delivers luxurious treatments.

TRADITIONAL THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE
Massage Therapy is an ancient and honored practice of bringing the essential element of human touch to help heal, soothe and calm the body, mind and spirit. Scientific studies now help prove massage reduces pain, lowers blood pressure, boosts the immune system and has comprehensive health benefits.

Optimum health is a synergistic union of all parts working in harmony and ease. These traditional therapies help create integrated relaxation for healthy radiant wellness.

GREAT SALT LAKE BATH
Enjoy a 50 minute Traditional Therapeutic Massage service with a loved one or a friend. Increase your relaxation and therapeutic experience by submerging in a warm 25 minute hydrotherapy bath of sea salts, magnesium and arnica.

This mixture of minerals will help rejuvenate and extend the benefits of your massage while soaking in an oversized hydrotherapy tub designed for two.

NATUROPATHICA FACIALS
Facial treatments provided with expert care and technical expertise help reduce the signs of aging and stress. Professional skin care services help increase circulations, tone and tighten delicate skin, improve oxygenation while adding a youthful glow to skin.

Botanically derived products rich in healing ingredients nourish delicate facial tissue. Cosmeceuticals of Plant Stem Cells, Retinols and Peptides provide long lasting benefits and a radiant glow.

ZENTS
This showcases the most luxurious and hydrating Zents treatments tailored to your individual needs in order to bring healing and hydration to every aspect of your being.

A rich shea butter exfoliation begins your journey followed by a soothing mineral based body wrap to envelope you and melt away stress. The warm oil scalp ritual infused with your custom scent helps head and neck tension float away.

Finally, a full body Esalen massage connects both sides of the body while using all natural jojoba oil mixed with hand harvested shea butter which completes this ultimate relaxation ritual.

HEALTH & WELLNESS
The state of health, happiness and prosperity of our guests and members is truly valued. Feel inspired with the harmony of our indoor and outdoor workout space, and see how the breathtaking views of the High Peaks are unparalleled.

Driven to give you the workout you are searching for, exercise classes include aqua aerobics, yoga, yogilates, stretch and mobility, and more. Our certified professional instructors are highly knowledgeable, experienced and ready to assist you.

The Spa fitness center is comfortable, safe and open for members and hotel guests 24 hours a day. Life Fitness Treadmills and upright bike, Precor Ellipticals, True Recumbent Bike along with Nautilus strength and conditioning equipment is the perfect combination for the mind, body and soul.

EVENTS
From a state-of-the-art surround-sound theater to an expansive, enclosed terrace with a dramatic fireplace and spectacular mountain views, our meeting and event spaces accommodate year-round conferences, business retreats and social gatherings for up to 200 guests. Groups benefit from the services of a dedicated event coordinator and expert catering team to ensure a seamless experience.

MEETINGS
More than a century ago, many of America’s greatest industrialists would pack up their families, their companies, and their house staffs and move north to their Adirondack Great Camps for the summer.

Amid the jagged peaks, on the shores of pristine lakes, titans of industry such as the Rockefellers, Vanderbilt’s, and Carnegies would relax, recreate and prepare for another year of growth and success. Today, along that same line, Whiteface Lodge provides an unparalleled basecamp for strategic planning, team building, and meetings.

The vision of a former Olympian and developer, Whiteface Lodge is considered by many to be one of the best hotels of its kind in the country, the successful marriage of authentic rustic furnishings with decidedly twenty-first-century amenities and services.

GROUP ACTIVITIES
Whiteface Lodge offers a wide array of individual or group activities available to those attending events or business meetings. These activities can also be booked as team-building exercises for corporate retreats. They include:

• Full-service Ice Cream Parlor for socializing and group entertainment options
• Game room with a full complement of classic games including billiards, shuffleboard, air hockey, and foosball
• On site Team Building with Grand Dynamics
• Full-size, two-lane, 10-pin bowling alley
• 54-seat, surround-sound movie theater with three showings daily
• Award-winning spa
• Fitness center and on-site fitness programs
• Three-season ice rink (skates provided)
• Orienteering and skill-building clinics
• Access to Canoe Club at Lake Placid including water sports
• Snowshoe and cross-country ski trails

WEDDINGS IN LAKE PLACID 
Bathed in sun, bedecked in autumn splendor, or blanketed in snow, the Adirondacks are a stunning setting for vows in any season. Couples can choose from a wide selection of indoor and outdoor spaces to create the ceremony and reception of their dreams, as our wedding coordinator expertly attends to ever details, from rehearsal dinners in Kanu’s private dining area to pre-wedding spa services.

ACTIVITIES
A true four- season destination, the Adirondacks abound in attractions for all interests, from natural wonders like Whiteface Mountain, High Falls Gorge, and Ausable Chasm to the shops, cafes, and Olympic Sports Complex of Lake Placid. Year-round fun at the Lodge includes, our game room, heated indoor/outdoor swimming pool, movie theater, and bowling alley.

WHITEFACE LODGE ACTIVITIES
In Warm months, the great outdoors beckons with mountain trails for hiking and biking, golf on five nearby courses, rock climbing, whitewater rafting and fishing. Our Canoe Club is stocked with complimentary kayaks, pedal boats, canoes, and more, ready to launch from Paradox Bay.

Guests can also cruise in a classic Hackercraft, pontoon boat, or Ski Natique for a fee. Back on land, tennis, pickleball and basketball courts invite friendly competition. Lake Placid is a winter wonderland for outdoor enthusiasts. Downhill skiers and snowboarders can tackle the East Coast’s highest vertical drop at Whiteface Mountain.

Explore our acres of snow-covered grounds by cross- country ski or snowshoe, or take a spin on our ice-skating rink, complete with complimentary ice skates. Later on, our rustic lean tos offer a cozy spot to gather for a cognac and star-gazing by the warmth of a fire pit.

SWIMMING
Year round indoor and outdoor pool and hot tubs are available daily from 8:00AM until 10:00PM. Our state-of-the-art swimming pool is heated to approximately 85 degrees year round, and offers the opportunity to swim indoors, outdoors, or both!

Two hot tubs are located outdoors and one is located indoors. Towels are provided. No life guards on duty. Must be 18+ years old or supervised by an adult.

SPORT COURTS
Tennis anyone? Enjoy a match on our full size court, or a game of platform tennis or pickleball. If basketball is your game, our court is available for shooting a few hoops! Ladderball and cornhole are also available. Courts are available from 8:00AM until dusk. (Seasonal Activities)

FISHING
Our catch and release fishing pond is a seasonal activity typically available mid-May through early October. The pond is stocked with rainbow trout and is open daily from 8:00AM until 6:00PM. This self-guided activity includes fishing rods, bait, and tackle. You are welcome to use your own fishing gear. All fish caught must be released.

CAMPFIRES & S’MORES
6:00PM until 9:30PM. A bonfire is lit in the courtyard or in the clubhouse each evening and s’mores materials are provided. Because we have multiple campfire locations, rain, cold, or snow won’t stop this nightly Whiteface tradition.

ICE SKATING
Weather permitting, our outdoor seasonal ice skating rink is open daily from 8:00AM – 10:00PM beginning early November to late March. Enjoy the convenience of a full-size ice rink just steps away from your suite and skate with peace of mind knowing our ice rink isn’t a frozen pond or lake.

Bring your own skates or take advantage of our free rental skates. Designated times for open skating, broomball, hockey, and skating demonstrations will vary. Skating lessons may be arranged in advance by contacting our resort concierge.

MOVIE THEATER
Showing three films throughout the day, our 56 seat surround-sound, 3D movie theater is available to Whiteface Lodge guests only. Show times are typically 3:30PM, 6:30PM, and 9:00PM. Complimentary freshly made popcorn is available outside of the theater for each showing.

ICE CREAM PARLOR
Open Friday and Saturday evenings throughout the year from 5:00PM until 10:00PM. During our summer season and peak holiday periods, the Ice Cream Parlor is open daily from 5:00PM until 10:00PM.

FITNESS CLASSES 
Whiteface Lodge offers a variety of complimentary fitness classes for our guests. Ranging from pilates and yoga to aqua aerobics, these complimentary classes allows guests to stay active on their time away from home.

FITNESS CENTER
Open 24 hours a day, key card access required. Experience a variety of cardio equipment, free weights, cables, and machines. Must be 16+ years old.

FAMILY GAME ROOM
Open daily from 8:00AM until 10:00PM, our game room features air hockey, billiards, foosball, shuffleboard, ping pong and more. Must be 16+ years old or supervised by an adult.

BOWLING
Open daily from 12:00PM until 8:00PM, our old-fashion two-lane bowling alley is available to all guests. Reservations for bowling can be made upon arrival to the resort. Advance reservations prior to arrival are not accepted. Must be 16+ years old or supervised by an adult.

LAKEFRONT BEACH CANOE CLUB 
The Canoe Club is an exclusive Lake Placid beachfront facility, located just down the road and accessible by our complimentary shuttle.

This exclusive private beach is the perfect place for a summer time family outing and offers beachside dining, along with complimentary canoes, kayaks, pedal boats, paddle boards, swimming, dining, volleyball, badminton, tetherball, bocce ball, horseshoes and life sized Jenga.

PRIVATE BEACH & BOATS
Utilize one of our 20+ non-motorized boats and boards as part of your Whiteface Lodge “Resort Inclusive” concept. The vessels include Canoes, 1&2 person Kayaks, Paddles Boats and Stand Up Paddle Boards all that launch into our perfect location on Lake Placid, Paradox Bay.

Enjoy an unforgettable boating experience with our signature collection of watercraft available to all guests via our concierge service. Whiteface Lodge is proud to offer a deluxe Pontoon boat for the ultimate family and friends cruising event, and a Ski Nautique, which comes complete with all the necessary equipment and basic instruction for tubing, water-skiing or wake-boarding.

For the ultimate lake cruise, captain our classic Hackercraft, featuring an elegant punched-leather martini seating arrangement. Each motor boat is escorted by a certified driver.

HIKING IN LAKE PLACID
Home to the largest trail system in the nation, the Adirondacks offers some of the best hiking in the East with over 2,000 miles of marked hiking trails.

Most notable among these are the region’s trails leading to the 46 High Peaks, most of which are over 4,000 feet. With so many mountains and trails to choose from, it’s no surprise that hiking and climbing are favorites among Lake Placid’s outdoor activities.

DOWNHILL SKIING
Whiteface Mountain – also known as the Olympic Mountain, boasts the greatest vertical drop east of the Rockies and is just a short drive from Whiteface Lodge.

Whiteface Mountain offers challenging terrain across two peaks, as well as ample beginner and intermediate trails to accommodate skiers and riders of all levels. The mountain provides rentals & tuning, children’s programs, private and group lessons, restaurants, cafes, and trails stretching over 22 miles.

XC SKIING / SNOWSHOEING
Throughout the Adirondacks, cross-country ski trails traverse frozen lakes, dash along forested glades and circumnavigate nearly every town in the region.

It is one of the most easily accessible – and easiest to learn – winter sports. Trek along the famous Northville-Placid Trail, or ski from Keene to Saranac Lake exclusively on the Jackrabbit Trail. Grab a headlamp and enjoy skiing under the stars.

Many cross-country ski trails are multi-use, offering Adirondack snowshoeing tracks. Pack binoculars for wildlife viewing and a winter picnic to enjoy on a soft blanket of snow.

SNOWMOBILING
Embrace the cold by riding on groomed trails throughout the Adirondacks. Local vendors such as Farmhouse Snowmobiling and Adirondack Snowmobiles offer guided snowmobile tours on both single and double sleds. Reservations are required.

ICE FISHING
The Adirondacks has an abundance of water bodies and a reputation for long, cold winters which makes it a natural fit for ice fishing. In addition, many of the lakes are not only scenic but they contain large trout and northern pike, along with abundant populations of yellow perch.

Ice fishing generally starts in December after a few inches form on ponds and lakes, but the early season ice can be hard to predict because of thaws and changing weather patterns. Venture out on your own or Contact Whiteface Lodge Resort Concierge for guided trips with a trusted local guide.

SLEIGH RIDES
Enjoy a horse-drawn sleigh ride through the snow to experience the spirit of the season! Wrap yourself up in warm blankets and hot cocoa while enjoy the beautiful landscapes.

Adirondack Sleigh Rides are done at the John Browns Farm where you can enjoy views of the Olympic Ski Jumps, Whiteface Mountain, and the historic John Brown Farm. The Lake Clear Lodge offers lantern-lit sleigh rides and even a winter speakeasy experience. Reservations are required.

DOGSLEDDING
Experience Dog Sledding on the ice of Mirror Lake. Visitors can walk down and pay the driver directly to experience the exciting ride. The rides are typically 10 minutes long and ride consist of a loop around the lake.

Dog sledding is available during the winter season and is dependent on the condition of the ice. Weekends and holiday hours are approximately 10 AM – 4 PM. Reservations are not accepted.

TOBOGGAN CHUTE
The Lake Placid Toboggan Chute, located on Parkside Drive, adjacent to the Post Office, has been in operation since the 1960’s. The North Elba Park District currently operates the slide. Recently rebuilt from the ground up, our current structure replaced a 30′ high converted ski jump trestle.

Toboggans are sent down ice covered chutes onto frozen Mirror Lake. Depending on weather conditions toboggans can travel over 1,000 feet once they reach the frozen lake surface. To insure the safety of riders only one sled is sent down at a time. Families have always said that their visit to the Toboggan Chute was a highlight of their winter vacation.

The Olympic Center and Olympic Oval in the village of Lake Placid offer open skating times with skate rentals. Skate outdoors on the oval or indoors on one of the Olympic rinks! The schedule may vary and is dependent on athletes and training times.

For those who want to skate under the open sky, the village prepares a beautiful skating loop on Mirror Lake and several cleared natural rinks for pick up ice hockey. This is free and open to the public.

BIKING
The Olympic Cross Country Ski Center is a cross country mountain bike center in summer and fall. They offer 50km of groomed trails from easy cruisers to more rolling terrain.

Downhill Mountain Bike Center is located at Whiteface Mountain and offers 2,400 vertical feet of descent on a variety of intermediate and advanced terrain that crisscrosses the mountain on wide, hard-packed dirt maintenance roads and single track trails.

FISHING
Lake Placid offers some of the finest fishing opportunities in the Adirondacks! Whether Fly Fishing or Reel Fishing, the surrounding waterways are home to a variety of trout, and a multitude of other species. Our Concierge will be delighted to arrange an outing with an extraordinary guide, upon request!

GOLF
Lake Placid boasts some of the finest golf courses in the Northeast. In close proximity we have three premier courses. For further details you may wish to visit Lake Placid Golf Courses. While we are not affiliated with any one course we are happy to arrange for tee times to suit your schedule.

KAYAKING & CANOEING
Whether you are in search of tranquility or a fun, family outing… Lake Placid lakes, rivers, and ponds await you! Our Canoe Club offers complimentary canoes, kayaks, and paddle boats on a first come, first served basis.

ROCK CLIMBING
The Adirondacks are known as one of the best places for rock climbing in the country. Participants learn how to tie a figure 8 knot, do low level climbing and all equipment is included. A few guides in the area have been here for over 10 years.

In addition, several of the younger guides have climbed all around the world. Contact the concierge to find a Guide Company to customize your experience.

WHITEWATER RAFTING
The Hudson River Gorge is 17 miles of class II to V rapids through beautiful Adirondack wilderness scenery. Trips are offered by the Adirondac Rafting Company on the Hudson River in Indian Lake (90 minutes from the Whiteface Lodge).

The Hudson is a full day of fun, rated as one of the top trips in the United States. The individual rate is $85 per person. Depart the Lodge at approx. 7:30 AM for a 9 AM arrival in Indian Lake and enjoy 4 to 5 hours on 17 miles of white water in the beautiful Adirondack wilderness!

OLYMPIC VENUES
The 8-passenger Cloudsplitter Gondola takes you to the top of Little Whiteface in less than fifteen minutes. The ride takes you over ski trails, woods and scenic overlooks with breathtaking views. At the summit of Little Whiteface (3676′), an observation deck and picnic tables await.

MEMORIAL HIGHWAY
Travel the historical route of Veteran’s Memorial Highway, to the summit of Whiteface Mountain! Opened to the public in 1936, the spectacular views of the Adirondack Park have awed countless visitors, as they ascend to the top of 4,867-foot high Whiteface Mountain!

OLYMPIC JUMPING COMPLEX
Ride the chairlift and glass elevator to the top of the 120m tower for an “athlete’s-eye-view” from the enclosed observation deck.

OLYMPIC CENTER
Olympic Museum is a must-see when you are in Lake Placid. Explore exhibits from both the 1932 and 1980 Winter Olympics, with video highlights, athletes’ memorabilia, and lots of history. It’s open daily from 10 AM till 5 PM with guided tours at 10 AM, 11:30 AM and 1 PM.

BOBSLED EXPERIENCE
Experience the thrills of the 1980 Bobsled track, home to former generations of Olympians! A professional driver and brakeman will navigate along through the twists and turns, beginning at the half mile point!

Rooms: 98

Price: from 351 EUR per night

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