Although the busy ski season in New Hampshire is nearing an end, that doesn’t mean the hotels will temporarily shut itself down to tourism. Indeed, spring offers a completely different experience for you, with clearer and warmer weather. To make it a complete New Hampshire experience, shouldn’t you stay at one of the remaining few grand hotels? After all, you deserve to stay in one of the best hotels in the Granite State.
Hanover Inn
2 E. Wheelock St.
Hanover, NH 03755
(603) 643-4300
www.hanoverinn.com
In Hanover, you don’t have too many options for accommodations. Indeed, if you visit TripAdvisor, you’ll see that there are just two listings. One of those two is the historic Hanover Inn. A popular choice for Dartmouth College visitors, it’s the state’s oldest continually operated hotel. What’s more, it offers outstanding furnishings and its Pine Restaurant is exceptionally good. If you visit Hanover, make sure to hike along the famed Appalachian Trail. Of course, the Ivy League Dartmouth College is among the finest in the country.
Omni Mount Washington
310 Mount Washington Hotel Road
Bretton Woods, NH 03575
(603) 278-1000
www.omnihotels.com
Nestled within the breathtaking White Mountains, the Omni Mount Washington is easily among the most distinctive hotels in New England. One of the last remaining grand resort hotels of the Gilded Age. this magnificent structure was completed in 1902 as The Mount Washington. Over its illustrious history, the Mount Washington has hosted several notable people, including three U.S. presidents. Moreover, in 1944, it was the setting for the landmark Bretton Woods Conference, establishing the World Bank and International Monetary Fund.
The Omni Mount Washington Today
Today, the Omni Mount Washington is a member of the Historic Hotels of America and Historic Hotels Worldwide. It further features AAA Four Diamond lodging and dining. Furthermore, it has one the best spas in New England. Of course, the world-class skiing is not far away at Bretton Woods. Omni Mount Washington features 200 luxury guest rooms and suites. Additionally are the 9-hole Mount Pleasant Course and 18-hole Mount Washington Course designed by Donald Ross.
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Mountain View Grand Hotel
101 Mountain View Road
Whitefield, NH 03598
(603) 837-2100
www.mountainviewgrand.com
The Mountain View Grand Hotel is just as breathtaking as the more famous Omni Mount Washington. Also situated in the White Mountains region, lodging on this historic property dates back to 1865. That’s when owners William and Mary Dodge hosted their first overnight guests in their farmhouse.
The Mountain View Grand Hotel Today
Today, the Mountain View Grand Hotel has been a AAA Diamond lodging and dining property since 2008 and the recipient a growing list of travel awards, including TripAdvisor’s Certificate of Excellence Hall of Fame since 2015. In addition to its more than 140 wonderfully appointed rooms and suites, the hotel also offers an award-winning Tower Spa, an indoor and outdoor pool, the Mountain View Golf Course and superb dining options, like Harvest Tavern and signature 1865 Wine Cellar.
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Wentworth By The Sea
588 Wentworth Road
New Castle, NH 03854
(603) 422-7322
www.wentworth.com
Located in New Castle, Wentworth by the Sea is the last of New Hampshire’s Gilded Age grand hotels that resides along the coastline. Completed in 1874 by Massachusetts distiller Daniel Chase, the lavish hotel was the largest wooden structure in the state when it opened. And of course, like other historic luxury hotels, has had a rich history of hosting dignitaries and monumental events. For instance, Zero Mostel, Jason Robards, Ted Kennedy and even Colonel Sanders have been guests.
Wentworth By The Sea Today
Now under the ownership of Marriott Wentworth by the Sea features 161 exceptionally appointed guest rooms and suites with many offering sweeping ocean views. In addition are luxury spa services, fine dining particularly at SALT Kitchen & Bar, 10,000 square feet of meeting space, indoor and outdoor pools and access to the 18-hole championship golf course at the private Wentworth by the Sea Country Club.
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