The Margate Resort on Lake Winnipesaukee

2.5 star property
Enjoy the spa at this beachfront Laconia hotel

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Dining
Private beach, sun loungers, beach towels, beach bar
Lobby lounge
Lobby
Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool, sun loungers

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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76 Lake Street, Laconia, NH, 03246
  • Place, Paugus Bay
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Scene One Gilford Cinema 8
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Tranquility Springs Wellness Spa
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 2 Double Beds, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 2 Double Beds (Courtyard )

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds (Inn Building )

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(31 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 2 Double Beds (West Inland)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

About the area

Laconia

On the beach.With a stay at this Bayside hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Paugus Bay and 2 miles (3 km) of Scene One Gilford Cinema 8. Tranquility Springs Wellness Spa and Winnipesaukee Playhouse are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Paugus Bay - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Weirs Beach - 6 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Lake Winnisquam - 7 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Gunstock Mountain Resort - 13 min drive - 13.3 km

Getting around

  • Tilton Station - 20 min drive
  • Manchester-Boston Regional Airport (MHT) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Margate Resort on Lake Winnipesaukee

Enjoy the spa at this beachfront Laconia hotel
Step outside to unwind on the sand beach. Pamper yourself with a treatment at the full-service spa and enjoy amenities at The Margate Resort on Lake Winnipesaukee like a seasonal outdoor pool and an indoor pool.

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar and a bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. This beach hotel also offers a hot tub, a sauna, and a fitness center. Self parking is free.

This Laconia hotel is smoke free.

  • 141 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • 10000 sq ft of conference space
  • 929 sq m of conference space
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference center
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Game room or arcade
  • Library
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar on the beach
  • Dining venue
The Margate Resort on Lake Winnipesaukee offers 141 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Behold The Beauty : Salon. Services include facials and manicures and pedicures. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a hot tub.

The spa is open select days. Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Sauna
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

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
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 5 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 15 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 15 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15 per night

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

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in June and close in September.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Margate
Margate Laconia
Margate Resort
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Resort Margate
Margate Hotel Laconia
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Margate Resort Lake Winnipesaukee Laconia
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Margate Lake Winnipesaukee Laconia
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The Margate On Winnipesaukee
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Reviews

The Margate Resort on Lake Winnipesaukee Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 426 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 327 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 156 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 53 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

JOHN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we came for a beautiful wedding! it was great ,the venue and the staff,the details was perfact.the bride and groom was so beautiful and handsome! the view from#31 was fantastic!beautiful sunset over water .we will be back and will tell others what a great place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amenities are Amazing! Restaurant & Tiki bar on the water… beautiful outdoor pool… with indoor pool, hot tub and sauna option! Would definitely come back!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Na
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

brandon

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

Solid stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

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

Weekend at the Margate.

PHaving beach access to the lake as well as a bar and restaurant on the lake was wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

carole

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the beach and the beach bar restaurant! Reasonable prices and good food and drinks. We loved sitting by the lake enjoying it all!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

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

Weekend getaway at the Margate

We enjoyed our stay at the Margate very much! Loved hanging out at tae beach bar and watching all the boats on the lake. Bed was super comfortable and the buffet breakfast was delicious and filling! We will be back soon!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mariah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s a beautiful spot and the private access to the beach was amazing. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monique

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Micheal J

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bar by lake Winnipesaukee
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, friendly staff, clean & comfortable, perfect for going to the concert at Gilford. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

douglas

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonia

Liked: Amenities
Love everything enjoy the stay great customer service front desk and breakfast area as well
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John, Cranston

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
outdoor bar on water
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sandra, Saugus

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Scenery was beautiful but the room smelled. Never got a call that room was ready since we could not check in.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Gary

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy E

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were very happy there. We stayed in the Inn building. Our room was huge. When our a/c malfunctioned they came immediately to replace it. It was 9:00 at night. Next year we hope to book a lakefront room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Arthur, JACKSON

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Cheryl

It was good
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025