Title: The Balsam Inn Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=76025192&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Balsam Inn Travelers find natural beauty and outdoor adventure at this riverside inn, where hiking trails lead to mountain views and evenings end around a warm firepit ## Photo gallery for The Balsam Inn ![Living area - The Balsam Inn (Caroga Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76030000/76025200/76025192/59d0f33d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Hallway - The Balsam Inn (Caroga Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76030000/76025200/76025192/efefbf89.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area - The Balsam Inn (Caroga Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76030000/76025200/76025192/623c1af1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Basic Room 9 | Premium bedding, down duvets, individually decorated - The Balsam Inn (Caroga Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76030000/76025200/76025192/ceb1695f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The Balsam Inn (Caroga Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76030000/76025200/76025192/49a9f816.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Balsam Inn, along the West Branch of the Sacandaga River, offers a peaceful escape with continental breakfast and an art gallery. Guests enjoy free WiFi and gather around the firepit after exploring Kane Mountain Fire Tower or spending time at Canada Lake. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi £93 includes taxes & fees 3 Mar - 4 Mar ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=76025192&PinnedHotelID=76025192&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=76025192&PinnedHotelID=76025192&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09&selected=76025192&PinnedHotelID=76025192&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09&selected=76025192&PinnedHotelID=76025192&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=76025192&PinnedHotelID=76025192&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=76025192&PinnedHotelID=76025192&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=76025192&PinnedHotelID=76025192&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=76025192&PinnedHotelID=76025192&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 9 of 9 rooms ### View all photos for Basic Double or Twin Room 1 ![Basic Double or Twin Room 1 | Premium bedding, down duvets, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76030000/76025200/76025192/87d92672.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Double or Twin Room 1 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews ### Highlights Garden Individually furnished Individually decorated Renovated in 2022 Premium bedding Down duvet Blackout curtains Memory foam bed - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for Basic Room 2 ![Basic Room 2 | Premium bedding, down duvets, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76030000/76025200/76025192/7fcd798c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Room 2 ### Highlights Garden Individually furnished Individually decorated Renovated in 2022 Premium bedding Down duvet Blackout curtains Shower/bath combination - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Basic Room 3 ![Basic Room 3 | Premium bedding, down duvets, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76030000/76025200/76025192/f654f4ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Room 3 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews ### Highlights Garden Individually furnished Individually decorated Renovated in 2022 Premium bedding Down duvet Blackout curtains Pillow-top bed - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Basic Room 4 ![Basic Room 4 | Premium bedding, down duvets, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76030000/76025200/76025192/bbbce99c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Room 4 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews ### Highlights Garden Individually furnished Individually decorated Renovated in 2022 Premium bedding Down duvet Blackout curtains Shower/bath combination - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Basic Room 5 ![Basic Room 5 | Premium bedding, down duvets, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76030000/76025200/76025192/f1d0d8a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Room 5 ### Highlights Garden Individually furnished Individually decorated Renovated in 2022 Memory foam bed Portable fan Blackout curtains Down duvet - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Basic Room 6 ![Basic Room 6 | Premium bedding, down duvets, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76030000/76025200/76025192/17501fd0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Room 6 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Garden Individually furnished Individually decorated Renovated in 2022 Premium bedding Down duvet Blackout curtains Portable fan - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Basic Room 7 ![Basic Room 7 | Premium bedding, down duvets, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76030000/76025200/76025192/7b431cb6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Room 7 ### Highlights Garden Individually furnished Individually decorated Renovated in 2022 Premium bedding Down duvet Blackout curtains Memory foam bed - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Basic Room 8 ![Basic Room 8 | Premium bedding, down duvets, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76030000/76025200/76025192/6715fd7b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Room 8 ### Highlights Garden Individually furnished Individually decorated Renovated in 2022 Premium bedding Down duvet Blackout curtains Memory foam bed - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Basic Room 9 ![Basic Room 9 | Premium bedding, down duvets, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76030000/76025200/76025192/740c3fe0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Room 9 ### Highlights Garden Individually furnished Individually decorated Renovated in 2022 Premium bedding Down duvet Blackout curtains Pillow-top bed - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FCaroga-Lake-Hotels-The-Balsam-Inn.h76025192.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FCaroga-Lake-Hotels-The-Balsam-Inn.h76025192.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Caroga Lake, The Balsam Inn is in the mountains and in a state park. Royal Mountain and Oak Mountain Ski Center are worth visiting if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore West Branch of the Sacandaga River and Canada Lake. Kane Mountain Fire Tower and Wheelerville Bike Trails Access are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with water tubing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and mountain climbing. [Visit our Arietta travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Arietta.dx3000350659) [View more Lodges in Arietta](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Arietta-Lodges.d3000350659-aaLodges.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C43.24827%2C-74.51790&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=nlPrHMvMomh2geWuRZiWDvhSzMk=) 140 NY-10, Caroga Lake, NY, 12032 ### What's nearby - West Branch of the Sacandaga River 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Canada Lake 7 min drive \- 7.3 miles - Piseco Lake 14 min drive \- 16.2 miles - Oak Mountain Ski Center 30 min drive \- 31.4 miles - Herkimer Diamond Mines 33 min drive \- 36.2 miles ### Restaurants - The Forever Wild Tavern - Pine Lake Lodge 5 min drive - Balsams Inn & Cafe 1 min walk - The Lake Effect Cafe 8 min drive - Lake Front Pizza 6 min drive ## About this property ### The Balsam Inn Lodge remodelled in 2022 and located near West Branch of the Sacandaga River Located close to Kane Mountain Fire Tower and Canada Lake, The Balsam Inn provides an art gallery on-site and a firepit. 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Guidebooks - Shared microwave - Shared refrigerator ### Guest services - Housekeeping on request - Proposal/romance packages ### Outdoors - Firepit - In a state park - In the mountains - Picnic area ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Handrails in stairways - No lift - Visual alarms in hallways ### More - 2 floors - Built in 1895 - Communal living room - Designated smoking areas (fines apply) - Renovated entire property - February 2022 - Traditional architecture ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Blackout drapes - Down comforter - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Detached private bathroom - Hydromassage showerhead - Shower/bathtub combination - Towels provided ### More - Heating (climate-controlled) - Individual decor - Individual furnishings - Mobile key entry ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; your host will greet you This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation Guests can choose to either self-clean the property prior to checkout, or pay an additional cleaning fee of USD 15 at checkout Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Host will greet you, lockbox ### Pets Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 1000, per pet (varies based on length of stay), plus a one-off cleaning fee of USD 100 and a deposit of USD 1000 per day Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only Up to 2 kg per pet Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - A damage deposit of USD 50 will be collected before check-in. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Pet deposit: USD 1000 per day - Pet fee: USD 1000 per pet (varies based on length of stay) plus a one-off USD100 cleaning fee - Service animals are exempt from fees - Firewood fee: USD 15 per day The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property only accepts cash If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as The Balsam Inn Lodge The Balsam Inn Caroga Lake The Balsam Inn Lodge Caroga Lake ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Balsam Inn pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at The Balsam Inn? ### How much is parking at The Balsam Inn? ### What time is check-in at The Balsam Inn? ### What time is check-out at The Balsam Inn? ### Where is The Balsam Inn located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## The Balsam Inn Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Amenities ### 10 Staff & service ### 9.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 48 8 - Good 7 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### William 14 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A smiley day! We found our stay to be warm and friendly, it was like staying with your family. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/484e216d-9916-44c2-822b-64ed06d70f79-1757849098952.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/ea8be877-d359-448b-a6c0-ccbd344fc78f-1757849099472.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/ebd91825-a1e2-4412-b1fb-74a29c19c32d-1757849100844.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/6375d15e-e163-49c2-8c48-3ce52d67a343-1757849100875.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### William Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rachael 28 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Immaculately clean property with very comfortable bed. Owner was helpful and easy to communicate with! ##### Rachael Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Keith 20 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Home away from home! Great discovery.. extremely friendly and hospitable. Felt like home away from home! Hope to come back during snowmobile season! ##### Keith Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alison 5 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Amazing location to see the Fall foliage and do many outdoors activities! Cozy, clean and comfy room, with streaming TV for downtime. I even had the adjustable memory foam bed in my cabin like little room. Jennifer was a wonderful host and called me on my drive in to check in with me. Thank you! ##### Alison Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ron 9 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The owner provided outstanding hospitality, liked the atmosphere of the inn, location was great, rooms were clean and very comfortable ##### Ron Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Reed 29 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Authentic, warm, and friendly. What a great stay. My travel was disrupted, and Jenny was kind, understanding, and communicative. The Inn is cute and authentic. The location is stunning. I only regret being able to stay just one night (cancelled flight), it was a warm and I felt welcomed. ##### Reed Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Dennis 25 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness Jenny is very friendly person ##### Dennis Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul 28 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities The hospitality of the staff especially Ginny the owner of this fine establishment was very helpful and were great to chat with regarding the region of the Adirondacks. Let me not forget to mention the rooms are cozy, impeccable and lovely decorated by Ginny who is true artist. I do plan on visiting this area of the Adirondacks again and the Balsams will be base camp when exploring this beautiful area. ##### Paul Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jean 25 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Very friendly and accommodating proprietor ##### Jean Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Joan 30 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very friendly owner. ##### Joan Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gregory 28 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Property owner was very hospitable. Clean property. Nice friendly staff. Good food. ##### Gregory Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### jjohn 4 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Balssan inn is TOPS All aspects of my stay was excellent. accomodations were excellent and the host Jenny was superb.She was alocal who has built her busirss reputationon hard work and her guests enjoying a good tay. She is a PRO!!!!! ##### jjohn Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Glen 22 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Hidden Gem Incredible place to stay. It is an older building, that is what makes it so unique. Each and every room is a little different. We were welcomed and made to feel truly at home. Great food and ambiance. I will definitely recommend to our friends and family if the are traveling ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3A5DEC6A3A55C0319D7E9A67E1F01BC1D66B14011724184679644.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/BA0D612040D433D915A3AE77253AD1F5F99E34791724184660462.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/6C669C2C325E78D95C7A7B2623DAA7B320E612D21724184660986.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/B7FDCDF5145C0CAE5F2B97F0AB8D3478D2652DEB1724184654409.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Glen Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Glen 20 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Hidden Gem Incredible place to stay. It is an older building, that is what makes it so unique. Each and every room is a little different. We were welcomed and made to feel truly at home. Great food and ambiance. I will definitely recommend to our friends and family if the are traveling ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3A5DEC6A3A55C0319D7E9A67E1F01BC1D66B14011724184679644.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/BA0D612040D433D915A3AE77253AD1F5F99E34791724184660462.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/6C669C2C325E78D95C7A7B2623DAA7B320E612D21724184660986.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/B7FDCDF5145C0CAE5F2B97F0AB8D3478D2652DEB1724184654409.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Glen Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Danielle 6 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Will definitely start again. Everyone was very friendly, welcome and accommodating. Parking is easy, the rooms and bathrooms are clean and cozy, we had excellent drinks and pie downstairs in the bar/restaurant, and free breakfast (milk juice, coffee, muffins, breakfast bars, fruit and cereal) in the morning. ##### Danielle Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cortney 1 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The Country charm of the Balsam Inn is invigorating. The grounds around the inn are delectable. Jenn is a top notch host and all around wonderful person. Prepare to relax, enjoy nature at its fullest, and be transported to absolute paradise. Squishy beds too. ##### Cortney Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sandra 23 Oct 2024 Liked: Amenities Rustic meets adorable! So warm and comfortable. The beds (we had twins) were to die for. Great.having the bar below. Nice selection of beverages, great continental breakfast. Jenny and staff were extremely friendly and helpful. Shared bath not a problem. Wonderful place! ##### Sandra Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### karen 19 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Loved the property! So unique and beautiful. Be prepared for one bathroom- but it is clean and nicely done- lots of character and charm ##### karen Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Douglas 28 Aug 2025 Liked: Staff & service It was definitely different. You have to share a bathroom with other inn guests. We were the only ones who were at the Inn for our 1 night. So it wasn't an issue but guess I got to read the fine print better. And there was no A/C. You could open the window, but there was no screen to let the cool air in. So we just opened the window & gambled that we wouldn't let in the bugs along with the cooler air. It wasn't that hot of a day, but I can only imagine that place on a typical warm summer day/evening. On the positive, the host was nice, the wifi worked and, outside of the A/C, the room was nice. Given the stellar reviews and the price we paid (it was over $150 for a Monday night), I guess I was expecting something a bit nicer. ##### Douglas Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tim 9 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### nice bargain I didn't know what to expect, and upon arrival it looked just like an old bar. But inside it had the warm feel of an old-country tavern and inn—which it was. The proprietor is personable, attentive, and concerned about your needs. For being a tavern, it is surprisingly quiet. The bed was very comfortable, and they serve hearty food. A very relaxed, informal feel with good wifi (which is important as your cell signal may not reach this remote spot). If you're looking for a bargain, this is with the (gorgeous) drive up NY Hwy 10\. ##### Tim Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jason 21 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We love this place and the owner Jenn! We are coming back, hopefully soon! We had fun in the tavern down stairs and slept like babies all weekend in our room. This place is one of a kind! We’ve stayed at dozens of places throughout the Adirondacks and this one is by far, our favorite! ##### Jason Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lawrence 13 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The Balsam Inn is a gem perfectly situated in the Adirondack Park. Super clean and quiet, with a great bar and good food! ##### Lawrence Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ben 23 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Warm and excellent stay The hosts were both pleasant and welcoming. We were met with an explanation and a quick tour of the Inn. Jenny provided recommendations for a local restaurant nearby, and it was great. ##### Ben Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan 7 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities We had a great stay at the Balsam Inn! Everyone put their hearts into giving folks a great experience. My husband says the dinner was the finest he ever had, and I appreciated all the little things that made our travel easier (ice for coolers, a shared frig, absolutely lovely and plentiful bedding). We would definitely stay there again! ##### Susan Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Guillermo 18 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The owner is simply amazing such a sweetheart her energy and charisma are the greatest treat to stay in the hotel she did everything possible to keep me comfortable and she was available for anything that I could need I was there to be part of a race in the area she made sure to help me with anything that I needed .. the place is neat and clean and well taken care of. The restaurant in the first floor is very cute and the food is really good too I ended up having a salad she made herself and it was delicious ##### Guillermo Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ---