Stay at Silver Sands Motel on Lake Winnipesaukee, offering free WiFi, outdoor pool, kitchen rooms, and marina near Kimball Castle and Laconia Airport.
Guests appreciate the motel's prime waterfront location, helpful staff, and clean accommodations, though some note dated rooms without air conditioning.
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Silver Sands Motel offers a straightforward lakeside lodging experience with unfussy cottages, motel rooms, and an apartment. Each accommodation includes a kitchen and free Wi-Fi, catering to guests looking for practical comforts during their stay. While rooms do not have air conditioning, several reviewers note that opening sliding doors and windows can keep the spaces comfortable in the right season.
The property features an outdoor pool and private marina with boat slips, making it an appealing choice for visitors who want easy access to Lake Winnipesaukee. A large private beach equipped with tables, chairs, and lounge seating provides a relaxed atmosphere for unwinding by the water. Free parking and kid-friendly amenities add to the convenience, though there is no on-site restaurant or fitness center.
Located at 103 Weirs Rd in Gilford, New Hampshire, the motel sits about two miles from local attractions like Kimball Castle and Laconia Airport. Nearby recreational opportunities include Gunstock Mountain Resort’s ski terrain, the BankNH Pavilion concert venue, and the historic Castle in the Clouds estate. Guests appreciate the property for its proximity to these activities, especially during concert events and fishing tournaments.
Guest reviews reflect a mix of appreciation for the friendly, helpful staff and the motel’s lakeside setting, alongside candid observations that some facilities feel dated and rooms lack modern amenities like air conditioning. The simple, well-maintained nature of Silver Sands Motel suits travelers who prioritize location and access to the lake over luxury, making it a practical option for families and outdoor enthusiasts.
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Stayed at this Motel due to it being in walking distance to the NH Bank of Pavillion. Room was clean and spacious, front desk ladies were very friendly and helpful. Although the rooms are not air conditioned, having the sliding doors open and front door windows open made the room temperature very comfortable. Would stay there again in the future. To top off our stay at this Motel we met one of the performers that was performing at the Pavillion.
Couldn't recommend this place enough! Perfect vacation spot for any family size.
I mean, it's a motel. It's super conveniently located for a concert venue. On the lake. They have a pool. But the rooms don't have A/C. That being said. We'd probably stay again if going to a concert.
Kay and Jen are the best. Perfect place to see a show or enjoy the big lake.
I was there for a fishing tourney! Didn't stay there but what I saw was excellent. Right on the water with a private beach. Can't beat that!
Silver Sands is nothing fancy as far as the motel goes BUT the location is absolutely perfect! They have a large private beach with tables, chairs, lounge chairs, and a dock. The people who work there are very very nice. It's truly a great place to relax and unwind!
Underrated spot. Very dated but exceptionally maintained. No AC and barely any windows but if you go at the right time of year it's wonderful.
Rooms need to be updated, but are clean and staff is great. Perfect place to bring a boat. Easy access to lake!
Love this place. Can’t get a better vaca setup. Private beach is great, all rooms have a nice view, steps to the water, rooms are clean, excellent Covid practices, boat docks! Best place on the lake to stay at with a boat. Walk right out of your room and onto the boat or beach. Decent food in the area, close drive to boardwalk. The best!
Great place on the shores of Winni,plenty of boat slips if u chiose, swimming pool, but like everywhere some covid related issues, no linens so bring your own or a sleepn bag will do!
This simple motel on Lake Winnipesaukee is 2 miles from both Kimball Castle and Laconia Airport.
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