We had an incredible stay at Mirror Lake Inn this past summer and during that stay, I tried out their top notch spa in the middle of paddle board and kayak spins on the lake. The resort faces the glorious Mirror Lake which is serene even when it’s windy out, so much so that you’ll find yourself having one meditative moment after another. Combine a warm and classic meets rustic and luxury inn with stunning views of a calming lake and you have a perfect wellness travel escape in the heart of the Adirondack Mountains.
This AAA Four-Diamond property gets many of its kudos no doubt for its stunning views of the lake, but rest assured that their exceptionally friendly service and the fine touches inside the rooms deserve a huge call out as does its spa which is on the ground floor of the inn, below the lobby area where you can get warm homemade cookies and tea anytime of day.
Above photo credit, Mirror Lake Inn.
There are a variety of treatments you can choose, from body wraps and massages to facials and customized deals. All treatments include exclusive use of their separate men’s and women’s sanctuaries, with plush sitting lounges with fireplaces, tumbled Italian marble tile floors, soaking whirlpool that faces a gas fireplace on one side, a eucalyptus steam room and classy mahogany lockers and grooming areas.
Above shot was taken on Mirror Lake while on a leisurely canoe ride in the late afternoon – lily pads and flowers are only one example of what makes this lake so soothing and relaxing, a great combo with a spa treatment.
The lounge chair area near the pool; you’ll notice tons of natural plants and flora surrounding the area, which makes it even more meditative and relaxing — a perfect combo with one of Mirror Lake Inn’s spa treatments.
Below is the outside of the Mirror Lake Inn. Notice that the driveway is surrounded by rows of flowers on both sides as you make your way to the back where the main parking area is located.
Flowers are a precious and integral part of every Adirondack summer and their beauty did wonders to this magnificent inn by the lake which we felt privileged to stumble across. Their marketing head and staff were incredibly helpful — knowledgeable about the area and warm and hospitable when we had questions. The flowers and view beyond them below were taken next to The Cottage Restaurant, which is one of the more casual eateries connected to Mirror Lake Inn – see my foodie write-up on Lake Placid for more on Mirror Lake Inn restaurants and other dining establishments worth noting in the village of Lake Placid.
A luscious view of Mirror Lake from the inn — serenity at its best!
Be sure to read my write-up on our stay at Mirror Lake Inn itself as well as our other Lake Placid and Adirondack articles.
DETAILS:
Mirror Lake Inn Spa
77 Mirror Lake Drive
Lake Placid, NY 12946
(518) 523-2544
www.mirrorlakeinn.com
Note: we were hosted by the inn but all opinions expressed are entirely my own.
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