Fireside Inn & Suites Gilford

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Lake Winnipesaukee

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Traditional Room | View from room
Lobby
Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Exterior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Gym
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
17 Harris Shore Road, Gilford, NH, 03249
  • Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Lake Winnipesaukee
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Gunstock Mountain Resort
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal)
    ‪5 min drive‬

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Room options

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 338 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 338 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 820 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Exclusive Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Design Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Business Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Comfort Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Traditional Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Elite Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Gilford

Fireside Inn & Suites Gilford places you within a mile (2 km) of popular attractions like Lake Winnipesaukee and Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook. This 82-room hotel welcomes guests with free breakfast and conveniences like an indoor pool and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Lake Winnipesaukee - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Ellacoya State Park - 4 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Weirs Beach - 8 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Gunstock Mountain Resort - 10 min drive - 6.0 miles

Getting around

  • Tilton Station - 22 min drive
  • Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tower Hill Tavern - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪T-BONES Great American Eatery - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Fireside Inn & Suites Gilford

Hotel with free breakfast, near Lake Winnipesaukee
At Fireside Inn & Suites Gilford, guests enjoy an indoor pool, a gym, and a hot tub. A stay here includes free parking. Front-desk staff can assist with dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include conference space, a business center, and a seasonal outdoor pool.
TVs come with cable channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and designer toiletries. Balconies or patios, microwaves, and coffee makers are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.
An indoor pool, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Basketball
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Books
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • 600 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Sign language-capable staff
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-width doorways
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1998
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests are kindly requested to contact the hotel directly before arrival.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from June to September.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Fireside Gilford
Fireside Inn Gilford
Fireside Inn Suites Gilford
Fireside Inn & Suites Gilford Hotel
Fireside Inn & Suites Gilford Gilford
Fireside Inn & Suites Gilford Hotel Gilford

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of Fireside Inn & Suites Gilford?

Based on positive ratings, guests enjoy the hotel's location in Gilford, and it's within a short 20-minute walk of Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook. You'll also find Lake Winnipesaukee and Gunstock Mountain Resort within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Fireside Inn & Suites Gilford?

As of Jul 12, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fireside Inn & Suites Gilford on Jul 13, 2025 start from $173.59, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there parking available at Fireside Inn & Suites Gilford?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Though parking is limited, accessible parking and free RV/bus/truck parking are also available.

Does Fireside Inn & Suites Gilford have a casino on the premises?

No, Fireside Inn & Suites Gilford doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Fireside Inn & Suites Gilford?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool as well as an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Guests have access between 9:00 AM and 10:00 PM and the seasonal pool is normally open from June until September.

Is Fireside Inn & Suites Gilford a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like an indoor pool and free breakfast plus some guestrooms include kitchens.

Are there hot tubs at Fireside Inn & Suites Gilford?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Fireside Inn & Suites Gilford have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Fireside Inn & Suites Gilford offers free on-the-go breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Fireside Inn & Suites Gilford allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Fireside Inn & Suites Gilford though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Fireside Inn & Suites Gilford?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Where is the closest airport to Fireside Inn & Suites Gilford?

The closest major airport to Fireside Inn & Suites Gilford is Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal), which is 2.4 mi away (5 minutes by car). Another top airport is Concord, NH (CON-Concord Municipal), which is around 26.3 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Fireside Inn & Suites Gilford?

Yes, every guestroom at Fireside Inn & Suites Gilford comes with a balcony.

Fireside Inn & Suites Gilford Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 438 out of 796 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 252 out of 796 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 70 out of 796 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 796 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 796 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and close to many attractions
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a very nice stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Van

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Affordable with a good location, also the Staff was friendly .
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet and clean hotel. Pool and hot tub were wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super nice people. Loved the clean hot tub after skiing. Lots of breakfast selections!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect winter weekend getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our stay was intended for one night, our stay was comfortable and relaxing. Tho pool and Jacuzzi were amazing which made us decide to stay two nights. I recommend Fireside to anyone looking for a great place to stay in the lakes region.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judi

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable rooms. Wonderful staff. Good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

kate

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great stay, staff was wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Overall we had a nice visit. Would have liked to be able to buy water which we really needed. Staff was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Aesthetically very nice. Great layout, with the pool and hot tub. Simple but wonderful breakfast buffet.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the hotel. Hot tub and pool were great! Not too far from Gunstock to hit the slopes. Also Patrick's Pub right across the street cant be beat. I'll come back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location for activities, for any season.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lyndsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Awesome Stay!

We had an excellent stay at Fireside Inn! We stayed for just a night as we were skiing at Gunstock! The bed was super comfy and everything went well! Would definitely come back!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities
Love this place
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scot

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was very polite. Easy checkin and checkout
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beverly

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and easily accessible
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025