Escape to Center Harbor Inn, nestled near Lake Winnipesaukee, where water skiing and fishing await. Soak up the sun on the private beach or warm up by the firepit. With a sauna, spa tub, and gym at your fingertips plus high-speed WiFi in-room connectivity for planning your next adventure.
294 Whittier Highway, route 25, Center Harbor, NH, 03226
What's nearby
Lake Winnipesaukee - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Lake Waukewan - 11 min drive - 9.7 km
Winnipesaukee Playhouse - 14 min drive - 11.9 km
Funspot Family Fun Center - 20 min drive - 16.5 km
Weirs Beach - 21 min drive - 18.3 km
Getting around
Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal) - 27 min drive
Manchester-Boston Regional Airport (MHT) - 80 min drive
Tilton Station - 34 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 11 min drive
The Mug Restaurant - 7 min drive
Vida At The Lake - 9 min drive
Hart's Turkey Farm Restaurant - 10 min drive
George's Diner - 7 min drive
About this property
Center Harbor Inn
Center Harbor Inn features a marina and puts you within a 15-minute walk of Lake Winnipesaukee. Guests can enjoy the fitness center, along with onsite water skiing, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling. A hot tub, a sauna, and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
36 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Barbecue grills
What to do
On a private beach
Ski passes
Basketball
Personal watercraft (motorized)
Water skiing
Ice skating
Snowmobiling
Snowshoeing
Fishing
Golf lessons nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Kayaking nearby
Ski lessons nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Facilities
3 buildings/towers
Garden
Picnic area
Porch
Fireplace in lobby
Television in common areas
Fitness center
Marina
Hot tub
Sauna
Dock
Firepit
Outdoor furniture
Walkway to water
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Room amenities
Be entertained
42-inch TV
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
What to enjoy
Balcony
Yard
Individually decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Free long-distance and local calls
Food and drink
Refrigerator
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: USD 200.00 per stay
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Center Harbor Inn
Center Harbor Inn Hotel
Center Harbor Inn Center Harbor
Center Harbor Inn Hotel Center Harbor
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Center Harbor Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Center Harbor Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Center Harbor Inn?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at Center Harbor Inn and nearby?
During the winter, enjoy onsite recreation like snowshoeing and snowmobiling and return when the snow melts for water skiing and fishing. Additional recreation onsite includes basketball. Relax in the hot tub or enjoy the use of other amenities, which include a private beach and a sauna. Center Harbor Inn also has a fitness center and a picnic area, as well as a garden.
Does Center Harbor Inn have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony and a yard.
What's the area around Center Harbor Inn like?
Center Harbor Inn is located a short 11-minute walk from Lake Winnipesaukee.
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Center Harbor Inn Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Room
Service staff
View
Lake
Location
Breakfast
Hot Tub
Beach
Bed
Public sauna
What guests liked
The hot tub was a standout feature, with many guests praising its quality and scenic location. (11 reviews)
Breakfast options were plentiful and satisfying with a variety of choices. (11 reviews)
The property offers a relaxing hot tub, sauna, and other spa amenities. (4 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jul 18, 2025
the room was perfect for our family and location was perfect for all our adventures
Michelle
Michelle, 4-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 22, 2025
Nice place to stay A+++
Carlos
Carlos, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 20, 2025
We love coming here. The lakefront beach is the absolute best part.
Mary
Mary, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 14, 2025
it was our 3rd stay there and the place was awesome.
david
david, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jan 5, 2025
Perfect stay and love the hot tub!
Melissa
Melissa, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Feb 3, 2025
Center Harbor Inn is a great place to stay.The staff is always pleasant and eager to help you with anything you may need.Their breakfast is also very good.It keeps us coming back year after year.
Wendy
Wendy, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jan 27, 2025
Beautiful view
Joseph
Joseph, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Nov 3, 2024
The hottub by the beach is an absolute plus!
Yue
Yue, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jan 16, 2024
Awesome place to stay, definitely coming back!
Jaclyn
Jaclyn, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
May 18, 2025
We couldn't get the hottib jets to work.
Soseh
Soseh, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 10, 2022
Amazing stay, location was beautiful
Tracy
Tracy, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Feb 28, 2025
Loved it!
Absolutely beautiful! We adored our view overlooking the lake, everyone in the office was wicked sweet and helpful. I checked in late and they made the process smooth for me. I also adored the condition of the room.
kimberly
kimberly, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Oct 20, 2024
The place is lovely! Great breakfast. They have an awesome hot tub and a fireplace and you can borrow a kayak to go to the lake!
Saar
Saar, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 14, 2024
Great Clean well taken care of property , our second time staying here and will definitely be back
Paul
Paul, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 14, 2024
We had a wonderful stay here, the staff is awesome, rented kayaks right on the property. Nice fire pit at night, very quiet ,relaxing, would definitely stay here again. Beautiful view of the lake, rooms on the end have best view, will try to book next time!
Barbara
Barbara, 3-night trip
8/10 Good
Nov 3, 2024
Very picturesque property and clean. The two bed rooms were a bit small for an extended stay.
Casandra
Casandra, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 18, 2025
We chose the center harbor in for its location right on the lake and amenities mentioned. Fitness center, free breakfast. Our biggest disappointment was the Canadian Geese that pooped all over the property but especially the beach! It was disgusting. I did see a crew of people on the property raking the beach and grass areas. The beach chairs are functional but not that many. The water was spectacular but wear water shoes or follow the sand in the water. Otherwise the bottom is slimy! The raft was a nice feature. The “fitness center” is a joke. Please be honest and show 2 treadmills, an elliptical and two exercise balls. (We paid to go to a gym). There is a sauna and hot tub which we did not use. Finally the breakfast doesn’t even open until 8 am! Coffee at 7:30 would’ve been lovely. No great shakes for breakfast. The very basics. However the fresh bagels and muffins were delicious. Its proximity to Meredith is a great plus. Very friendly staff.
Mary
Mary, 5-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 19, 2024
great place
The hotel is really nice. Great view of Lake Winnipesaukee. We will stay there again. Staff very pleasant.
lynne
lynne, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 6, 2022
Great small resort on Lake W.
carl
carl, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 31, 2022
This is a lovely Inn right on the lake with fantastic views and not too crowded.
Marieyolaine
Marieyolaine, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 12, 2024
The hotel is awesome from watching the sunrise from your private balcony to the beach, hot tub to the delicious breakfast. Highly recommend
timothy
timothy, 5-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Oct 10, 2022
We had a comfortable stay
Melanie
Melanie, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
Oct 28, 2023
The bathrooms are small, but attractive, other than that a great stay.
Clark
Clark, 4-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Oct 7, 2024
We loved being able to see the water view from our room. The room was nice and clean. I rarely sit in jacuzzies, but this outdoor one was perfect to relax in after two days of hiking. We also sat in the sauna and like the "small town" feel of this hotel.
Ruie
Ruie, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 22, 2023
Beautiful Lake
The lake and beach were beautiful and the room and staff very nice!