Centennial Adirondack refuge
Fresh-baked cookies and glowing hearths greet guests returning from the lake, settling into overstuffed armchairs among mahogany-paneled living rooms.
“This lakeside getaway, with its cozy fireplaces and overstuffed sofas, is the plushest crashpad in town.”
What it’s good at
Remarkable
Centennial lodge that pioneered Adirondack winter sports and hosted Olympic teams across Lake Placid's games eras.
Remarkable
Seven acres offering a private beach, complimentary watercraft, seasonal lake ice skating, and Olympian-guided ski trips.
Remarkable
Centennial Adirondack lakeside institution where generations return for fireside afternoon tea and unbroken mountain hospitality.
What they say
One Michelin Key
Michelin
Also in Condé Nast Traveler and AFAR.
its atmosphere remains delightfully timeless, its comforts have been subtly upgraded — gas fireplaces replace wood, for example, and the spa includes a salt-therapy room and a 60-foot indoor pool.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
The shoreline path loops around Mirror Lake, placing the bakeries, gear outfitters, and local cafes of Main Street a short stroll away.
The rooms
Every room frames vistas of Mirror Lake and the High Peaks, finished with handmade mahogany paneling, regional artifacts, and private balconies.
The pools
Bring a swimsuit.
A 60-foot indoor lap pool sits beneath tree-trunk pillars, and an outdoor heated pool overlooks the lake.
The spa
Fireside lounges, eucalyptus steam rooms, and a Himalayan salt room accompany bodywork and skin treatments.
The gym
Cardio machines and weights look straight out through large windows toward the lake.
Dogs stay too.
The Cottage Restaurant & Café
Set directly on the water, this casual pub serves local craft beers beside wood stoves and deck tables.
Rooms have mahogany walls, vaulted ceilings, polished walnut floors, and private balconies with "beautiful water vistas."
At the table
The View prepares farm-to-table regional fare across formal, mahogany-paneled rooms and glass-enclosed dining porches.
How it began
First opened in 1926 as the Mir-a-Lac Inn, the property winterized to host the entire Norwegian ski team during the 1932 Olympics.
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.