Nestled in the heart of the majestic High Peaks of the Adirondack Mountains, the Hotel Saranac extends a sense of real Adirondack hospitality 79 years in the making. Located in Saranac Lake-ranked Number One Small Town in New York and 11th best small town in the US-Norm Crampton's "100 Best Small Towns in America". The hotel features many of the amenities of a metropolitan hotel in the serenity and seclusion of the mountains. Included in the 88 room full-service hotel are the Gift Shop for shopping at one of the largest gift shops in the Adirondacks, Lydia Martin Smith's Grand Hall & Ballroom for conventions and meetings. Situated in the activity hub of Saranac Lake and only 7 miles from Lake Placid, home of the 1932 and 1980 Olympic Winter Games, with Olympic Training facilities. The Hotel Saranac is convenient to shopping, arts, and many four season sports venues and outdoor activities. Opened in 1927, the Hotel contrasts with the many camps, cabins and small motels found throughout the region. It was built as the "only fire proof hotel in Upstate New York." Recalling a style and glamor of another era, the Hotel's stunning Grand Hall on the second floor epitomizes grace and warmth.