Sugar Hill Inn
"4.6-rated romantic country inn with whirlpool rooms, fine dining, pool, and mountain views on NH-117."
About The Hotel
Sugar Hill Inn is a 4.6-rated romantic country inn located on NH-117 in Sugar Hill, above Franconia Notch. The property features rooms with whirlpool or soaking tubs, fine dining, a pool, fireplaces, and landscaped grounds with mountain views. Guests praise the charming atmosphere, convenient location near the White Mountains, friendly staff service, spacious rooms, and included breakfast. However, recent reviews indicate maintenance issues and cleanliness concerns in some rooms, with complaints about outdated conditions, broken fixtures, and sticky floors. The property is positioned as a special-occasion getaway rather than a family destination.
What Guests Are Saying
“The inn was a pleasant and restful stay for us. The staff were really hospitable and breakfast was delicious! The place is beautifully decorated with lots of places to relax. Our room was clean and the bed was so comfortable. It was a great place to stop for the night.” — Susan J., 5 stars
“The owner is very nice, the food at the restaurant here is fantastic, but the place itself is in dire need of some attention. We stayed in the garden room (cottage) and it wasn’t what we thought from looking at the pictures. Wires hanging from the tv, the blinds all broken and bent, curtains are hard to open and close without them falling off. The floors were sticky. I hate to give bad reviews, but its just way too expensive for the kind of condition it’s in.” — Shirley M., 3 stars
“The Sugar Hill Inn is NOT what is advertised. We made the mistake of not reading the latest reviews and going by its older reputation. We stayed at the dream cottage which is supposed to be the ultimate “honeymoon suite” - not so. The inn is using pictures from years ago and they haven’t kept the place up. Dirty floors, dust everywhere, no toiletries in room, nonexistent wi-fi, NO in room services or mention of any, an air conditioner promised to be installed day of arrival which sat on the porch for 4 days. Knobs missing on furniture. Linens that the price of the room should be lovely but felt cheap. Much more. The only thing the inn has going for it now is the chef. Breakfast and dinner were lovely. However, the dining room needs an overhaul as well - ceiling peeling in several places, lights on walls broken and bulbs out. Check in had no one at desk and check out the same, had to chase down owner both times. It is painfully clear that the place has little staff to speak of and the owner is doing what he can, which is not nearly enough. After research (which I am ashamed I did not do enough of BEFORE we went) I learned the owners wife passed soon after they bought the place and it felt like he just gave up. I also learned he bought a pizza place in town soon after - a bit over extended, perhaps? I hope Chris reads decides to sell it to someone one who can restore it to its former glory. It’s pretty clear that inkeeping is not his forte.” — GoatgirlCT, 2 stars
Pros & Cons
Pros:
- 4.6 rating across 675 reviews - established romantic country inn
- Fine dining and rooms with whirlpool or soaking tubs
- Fireplaces, pool, and landscaped grounds with mountain views
- Near Franconia Notch and outdoor recreation areas
Cons:
- Recent reviews note maintenance and cleanliness issues - confirm room condition before booking
- Among higher Sugar Hill rates starting at $220/night
- Whirlpool room is a specific type - must request and confirm when booking
The Location
On NH-117 in Sugar Hill above Franconia Notch, near the lupine fields, Polly’s, and Cannon Mountain. You can find more details or book your stay on TripAdvisor.
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Guest reviews
What guests are saying about Sugar Hill Inn.
"My wife and I decided to get away for a night for the first time in over 10 years, and we chose the Sugar Hill Inn because we were craving mountain views, crisp air, and some peace and quiet—a stark contrast to our day-to-day life in Connecticut. From the moment we arrived, the staff was friendly and accommodating. The common areas were exceptionally clean and beautifully decorated for the holidays, with fireplaces lit and Christmas music playing, which immediately set the tone for a relaxing stay. We happened to book our visit shortly after the area received a snowstorm. As a result, the town was working on power lines and we lost power in our room for a few hours. The storm also temporarily affected the water pressure one evening, and the jets in the bathtub were not functioning. Once we brought this to the owner’s attention, he was apologetic and accommodating. As a business owner myself, I understand that if you don’t know something is wrong, you can’t fix it. Things like this happen, and without us asking for a discount or refund, he kindly offered us a gift certificate, which we truly appreciated. Despite the weather-related hiccups, the room itself was very clean, cozy, and warm, with a beautiful rustic feel. Breakfast was phenomenal, and both the tavern and dining area were fantastic. The owner was genuinely friendly and clearly committed to providing a great experience for reasonable guests. My wife and I absolutely plan to return—perhaps staying in one of the cottages or visiting during a different season to experience everything the Inn has to offer. Highly recommended if you’re looking to truly unplug and enjoy a peaceful weekend getaway."
— David Bray
View on Google"We visited the Sugar Hill Inn in late October and our experience was positive in every way. The reservation-making process was easy, so that was a good early sign. When we arrived, we were greeted by one of the friendly owners who showed us around the main building, offered us fresh-baked cookies, walked us over to our room, and demonstrated/showed how everything worked. We stayed in the Forest View Cottage which was a beautiful room - quite spacious and elegant with handsome decor. Breakfast the next morning was delicious. Everything on the menu looked fantastic so we had difficult choices to make. There were several other guests dining at the time in the comfortable and stately dining area. In every way, this is exactly what you would expect from a super-nice B&B! There's more! A couple days later, we discovered that we'd lost a pair of shoes somewhere. We contacted the Sugar Hill Inn to see if we'd left them there. They responded quickly to confirm that they had found the missing shoes, and they initiated the process of shipping them to us, in a very convenient and professional way. This level of courtesy is very impressive!"
— Scott Hendrick
View on Google"We stayed at the inn for two nights in late October. Inn is cozy, very comfortable, and romantic. Especially cozy were the reception sitting area and the bar - both with warming fireplace. Excellent and friendly staff. Great breakfasts and gourmet dinners - with a somewhat limited menu. We stayed in the Bickford room - although roomy and adequately furnished - it could use a major upgrading/improving. The tv is small and far from the bed - making it difficult to see. The wall-mounted lights at bedside do not provide near enough proper lighting for ready. The recessed ceiling light over the bed does not work. And, the large space between the tv/dresser and the bed could use a carpet to add more ambience. Overall, we had a great experience staying at the inn - notwithstanding the minor flaws in our bedroom. We’ll come again - but we chose a different room from the Bickford Room."
— jerry
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