Title: Gale River Motel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Gale River Motel Riverfront hotel with a water park and a sauna ## Photo gallery for Gale River Motel ![Exterior detail - Gale River Motel (Franconia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88920000/88913300/88913243/274db345.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Gale River Motel (Franconia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88920000/88913300/88913243/cf3eecb6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Gale River Motel (Franconia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88920000/88913300/88913243/e58c52b4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Gale River Motel (Franconia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88920000/88913300/88913243/9c9c5c27.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Gale River Motel (Franconia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88920000/88913300/88913243/dd8c5cbd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Gale River Motel offers spectacular views of Mt. Lafayette and Cannon Mountain. Families love the water park and playground, while adults can unwind in the sauna after hiking. 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For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Additional perks include: - Swimming pool - Games and smoke-free premises Room features All guestrooms at Gale River Motel feature perks such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Gale River Motel have a pool? ### Is Gale River Motel pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Gale River Motel? ### What time is check-out at Gale River Motel? ### Where is Gale River Motel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Gale River Motel Reviews ## Reviews 7.0 ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 1 ### 7.8/10 Cleanliness ### 4.0/10 Amenities ### 7.6/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 8.0/10 Eco-friendliness ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### James H. Aug 9, 2025 Liked: Location, listing accuracy Quiet and comfortable. Nice pool. ##### James H. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Leinny F. Sep 14, 2025 Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Communication It was as advertised. The only complaint I would have is that the room smelled like dirty feet. ##### Leinny F. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joann Aug 21, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication A quiet, clean, and comfortable place with lovely views. ##### Joann Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Robert Oct 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Close to Franconia Notch St. Park. ##### Robert Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 4/10 Poor #### Oren Jul 8, 2025 Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities I do not recommend this motel, for the following reasons: the room was not cleaned during the three nights I stayed there. Also, the room wasn't particularly clean when I checked-in (for example: there was an empty soda can underneath the bed). ##### Oren Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Michael Feb 12, 2024 Maybe we were not the type of people this motel was meant to serve. We just wanted a nice, comfortable, clean place to sleep. This place was not that for us. It seemed to me to be a place where a bunch of young people rent a room together, ski all day, then just crash. The building was in desperate need of repair and upgrade. It had NO HOT WATER, so we could not shower. And it had ants. It’s a one and done for this place for us! ##### Michael Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024 ### 2/10 Terrible #### donna b. Dec 28, 2022 Liked: Communication, location Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy #### Needs work and someone living on the property This property needs someone in sight at all times to greet guests and manage . The room we were in had a leaking toilet which also was not firmly attached. The room next to us had a sink that made a ton of noise every time they turned it on. Under the beds needed to be vacuumed, dusting and cob webs removed. It also needs new linens. The box spring cover and bed spread were stained. The mattress had no zip up cover on it to protect it. The property manager was very kind and in contact with us. She did meet us to give us our key. I will say she is trying her hardest to keep things up. ##### donna b. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### James Oct 15, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication ##### James Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christian Jul 17, 2023 ##### Christian Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Shooting Star Casino & Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Thief-River-Falls-Hotels-Shooting-Star-Casino-Hotel.h28874246.Hotel-Information) > > [Canad Inns Destination Center Grand Forks](https://www.expedia.ca/Grand-Forks-Hotels-Canad-Inns-Destination-Center-Grand-Forks.h1713856.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Seabrook by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Portsmouth-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Hotel-Suites-Seabrook.h1695935.Hotel-Information) > > [Six Flags Great Escape Lodge & Indoor Waterpark](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-George-Hotels-Six-Flags-Lodge-Indoor-Waterpark.h1385446.Hotel-Information) > > [Omni Mount Washington Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Bretton-Woods-Hotels-Omni-Mount-Washington-Resort.h2504470.Hotel-Information) > > [SpringHill Suites by Marriott Hampton Portsmouth](https://www.expedia.ca/Portsmouth-Hotels-SpringHill-Suites-By-Marriott-Hampton-Portsmouth.h32489324.Hotel-Information) > > [The Brook at Turning Stone Resort Casino](https://www.expedia.ca/Utica-Hotels-Turning-Stone-Resort-And-Casino.h1684407.Hotel-Information) > > [Silver Reef Casino Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Bellingham-Hotels-Silver-Reef-Casino-Resort.h16231932.Hotel-Information) > > [The Governor's Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Portsmouth-Hotels-The-Governors-Inn.h15261108.Hotel-Information) > > [Isla Bella Beach Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Marathon-Hotels-Isla-Bella-Beach-Resort-Spa.h24101706.Hotel-Information) > > [C'mon Inn Hotel & Suites](https://www.expedia.ca/Grand-Forks-Hotels-Cmon-Inn-Hotel-Suites.h1510580.Hotel-Information) > > [Angel Of The Winds Casino Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Everett-Hotels-Angel-Of-The-Winds-Casino-Resort.h9689970.Hotel-Information) > > [Darien Lake Lodge on the Lake ](https://www.expedia.ca/Corfu-Hotels-Darien-Lake-Lodge-On-The-Lake.h13279584.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Hampshire Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Portsmouth-Hotels-Best-Western-Hampshire-Inn.h2475562.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express & Suites Merrimack – Nashua by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Manchester-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Suites-Merrimack.h19929.Hotel-Information) > > [Bavarian Inn of Frankenmuth](https://www.expedia.ca/Saginaw-Hotels-Bavarian-Inn-Of-Frankenmuth.h9809515.Hotel-Information) > > [Red Jacket Mountain View](https://www.expedia.ca/North-Conway-Hotels-Red-Jacket-Mountain-View-And-Indoor-Water-Park.h15880.Hotel-Information) > > [Thayers Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Littleton-Hotels-Thayers-Inn.h3373382.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Plus The Inn at Hampton](https://www.expedia.ca/Portsmouth-Hotels-Best-Western-Plus-The-Inn-At-Hampton.h49862.Hotel-Information) > > [School House Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/North-Conway-Hotels-School-House-Inn.h9512702.Hotel-Information) > > [Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Resort and Players Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Hogansburg-Hotels-Akwesasne-Mohawk-Casino-Resort.h6009138.Hotel-Information) > > [Comfort Inn & Suites North Conway](https://www.expedia.ca/North-Conway-Hotels-Comfort-Inn-Suites.h518228.Hotel-Information) > > [Fairmont Orchid](https://www.expedia.ca/Kamuela-Hotels-Fairmont-Orchid.h25190.Hotel-Information) > > [Tulalip Resort Casino](https://www.expedia.ca/Everett-Hotels-Tulalip-Resort-Casino.h2161524.Hotel-Information) > > [JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-JW-Marriott-Desert-Springs-Resort-Spa.h17123.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Waikoloa Village](https://www.expedia.ca/Waikoloa-Hotels-Hilton-Waikoloa-Village.h19640.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Summit Hotel at Attitash](https://www.expedia.ca/Bartlett-Hotels-Grand-Summit-Hotel-At-Attitash.h1677204.Hotel-Information) > > [Mountain View Grand Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Whitefield-Hotels-Mountain-View-Grand-Resort-Spa.h1068947.Hotel-Information) > > [RiverWood Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Jackson-Hotels-RiverWood-Inn.h14822816.Hotel-Information)