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What to do
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Saranac Lake travel guide

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You're Going to Love Saranac Lake

With a population of 5,406, Saranac Lake is a must-see destination in New York State, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Saranac Lake deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Saranac Lake

Saranac Lake in April
Estimated hotel price
$154
1 night at 3-star hotel
Saranac Lake in April
Estimated hotel price
$154
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Saranac Lake

Plane

When flying to Saranac Lake, you’ll arrive at Saranac Lake Adirondack (SLK), which is located 8 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Saranac Lake departs from Boston and takes around 1h 45m.

Car

Another option to get to Saranac Lake is to pick up a car rental from Portland, which is about 319 km from Saranac Lake. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Movly, among others, in Portland.

Plane

When flying to Saranac Lake, you’ll arrive at Saranac Lake Adirondack (SLK), which is located 8 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Saranac Lake departs from Boston and takes around 1h 45m.

Car

Another option to get to Saranac Lake is to pick up a car rental from Portland, which is about 319 km from Saranac Lake. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Movly, among others, in Portland.

Airports near Saranac Lake

PBGPlattsburgh Intl
BTVBurlington
OGSOgdensburg

Airlines serving Saranac Lake

KLM
Good (1,596 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,283 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,701 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,650 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,711 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,687 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,463 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,025 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,860 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (13,140 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,218 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,971 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,424 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,552 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (697 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (12,228 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (682 reviews)
Breeze Airways
Excellent (324 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,441 reviews)
Allegiant Air
Good (679 reviews)
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Where to stay in Saranac Lake

Average rates range from around $243 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $168 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Saranac Lake

Most booked hotels in Saranac Lake

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voco Saranac Lake NY - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 578 reviews)
$152+
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Saranac Lake/Prescott House Adk
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 102 reviews)
$100+
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Hotel Saranac, Curio Collection by Hilton
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 260 reviews)
$143+
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Sara Placid Inn & Suites
2 stars
Good (7.9, 248 reviews)
$87+
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Lake Clear Lodge & Retreat
0 stars
Excellent (8.3, 4 reviews)
$68+
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Gauthier's Saranac Lake Inn
3 stars
Good (6.5, 654 reviews)
$130+
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Renting a car in Saranac Lake

Expect to pay $4.62 per gallon in Saranac Lake (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $55.42 and $73.89.

Expect to pay $4.62 per gallon in Saranac Lake (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $55.42 and $73.89.

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