My husband, son and I recently spent three days at the Balsams. From the moment we arrived, we were treated as if we were the only guests at the facility. The owners went out of their way to make us feel welcomed. Every day we were asked if we needed anything. Can yoiu imagine that? I do not recall ever... more

The other reviews are sort of correct: the property is clean (a bit dusty, the blind were filthy) and convenient but I have a problem with how they conduct business. After calling 2 times and leaving a message during the winter to leave a deposit, the third call I spoke with someone who said "well we got your messages and... more

We stay at the Balsam nearly every year for the Americade Rally. George & Suzanne are great hosts who go out of their way to help ensure you have a nice experience. I had the unfortunate luck of a bike/deer accident. They let it be known that they would help in any way possible. George took me up to the... more

This is a nice clean place that is perfectly located. It is walking distance to the Village and has a wonderful--most delicious Italian restaurant (Marios) right across the street! The owners are very accomodating and will always look to make your stay comfortable. We rented a cottage for 3 nights, with our pet. It had a deck and was really... more

We have been vacationing at Lake George since 2002. The first three years, we stayed at three different places. For a number of different reasons, we were not happy with them and would not return to any of the three. In 2004, as we were leaving the Lake George area, I spotted a place called the Balsam Motel & Cottages.... more

My most recent stay at the Balsam Motel and Cottages, In Lake George, NY was last September, 2007 and I am booking again for weeks in July and August of this year! I was fortunate to find this great motel in one of my favorite spots, Lake George, NY. The motel is exceptionally clean and conveniently located to the beautiful... more

We've been vacationing here for the last 6 yrs. The rooms & cottages are clean & quiet. The customer service is excellent. The pool is clean and heated. The cottages are perfect for families. By far the best bargain. We can't wait to return this year! more

If you're interested in simplicity in a quiet, family, environment, the Balsam Motel is the place for you. My two kids, my husband and I had a great time. The owners were very interested in making our stay enjoyable by recommending restaurants and sites in the area. We were even invited to sit by the campfire with the owners and... more

I stayed at the balsam for 3 nights and it was a very enjoyable stay. The rooms are very clean and the owners treat you just like they want to be treated when they go away on vacation. Thank you George and Suzanne. David, New Jersey more