Cranmore Mountain Lodge Blog

When most people go on vacation, the hotel is just a means to an end: a bland room where you can sleep and figure out what you’re going to do in your destination. But what if the hotel could be a feature of your trip? A boutique hotel in North Conway offers benefits you won’t find at chains or even 4-star resorts, letting you squeeze everything out of every moment of your vacation.

Why does getting married have to be SO complicated?

You would think that finding someone you’re willing to spend the rest of your life with would be the hard part, but that was before you started putting together your wedding. It’s just an endless to-do list of decisions and logistics. Where will it be? Who will do the food? How many people should we invite? What are our colors? Who should speak?  

It’s no surprise that microweddings have seen a surge in popularity lately, allowing couples to enjoy their nuptials without all the stress (and expense). The Cranmore Mountain Lodge has long been the microwedding capital of New Hampshire and New England at large. Keep reading to see why so many couples decide to start their life journeys together here.

Bed and breakfasts are often depicted as rustic escapes from everyday life. While that might have been true in decades past, they’ve evolved, becoming one of the lushest and most underrated travel experiences available today. If you’re wanting to go and stay somewhere nice that has the amenities, service, and prime location of a Four Seasons without having to pay downtown prices, then booking a stay at a bed and breakfast in North Conway is exactly what you’re looking for.

For many, the holidays begin as soon as Halloween is over. But there is a better way to kick off the season other than putting up your spooky decorations: Settlers Greens “Bring A Friend” event. It’s a popular shopping event in North Conway, NH that runs from November 6th-11th, 2026. It all peaks on November 7^th, Flagship Day, which features a full day of entertainment, festivities, a parade you can join, and of course, extended store hours.

It’s the perfect way to kickstart the most festive time of the year, spend quality time with some of your favorite people, AND knock out your holiday shopping so you have one less thing to think about!

Why run or jog for a great cause when you can hike instead?

Seek the Peak is the keystone fundraising event for the historic Mount Washington Observatory (MWOBS), a lynchpin in the United States’s ability to study, understand, and predict weather patterns in the region and throughout the country.

On Saturday, July 18^th, 2026, outdoor enthusiasts from all around will gather in the White Mountain region to support MWOBS, experience the world-class trails, and celebrate with the help of the area’s award-winning hospitality.

“Work away” is the newest trend across many industries, allowing employees to travel and enjoy vacation-like trips without having to use precious PTO. In a world where remote work is becoming increasingly easier and more accessible, North Conway has quickly become the place to work away in the U.S. It offers the perfect balance of serenity, quiet, and attractions that let people focus, relax, and have novel experiences in the same place.

Every fall, millions of tourists flock to the White Mountains to enjoy the cool weather and vibrant changing of the leaves.

But more veteran travelers wait. Why?

While the autumn foliage is a sight to behold, spring is often an overlooked and woefully underrated time to visit. Smaller crowds, more space on hiking trails, and welcome warmth breaking the winter cold. After the whirlwind of the holiday season, many people end up wearing themselves out as the new year begins and their work/school schedules pick up. Having a little break on the horizon not only gives you something to look forward to but also offers a recharge that most people need but simply skip.

If you’re stressed, burnt out, and overwhelmed by everything, you don’t need a vacation, you need a retreat. While a vacation is all about new experiences and getting out of your comfort zone, a retreat is focused on helping you recharge your batteries. Recently named “The Most Peaceful Place in New Hampshire” by The Travel, North Conway offers a cozy way to let you hit the reset button while enjoying incredible views and hospitality.

For the past 30+ years, the Mt. Washington Valley Chocolate Festival has wrapped North Conway in warmth as snow settles outside each winter. Local chocolatiers, bakers, and artisans gather to share handcrafted truffles, rich cocoa, and imaginative desserts that feel indulgent and welcoming. On February 20^th-22^nd, 2025, the festival invites visitors to wander, sample, and linger, turning simple moments into small celebrations.

We invite you to come experience it for yourself…here’s how.

If you want to experience the best skiing in the country, you have to go to Colorado, right? Many veteran skiers will tell you this because they want to keep the idyllic slopes of the White Mountains of New Hampshire to themselves! Featuring award-winning trails alongside cozy accommodation, here are just a few of the premier ski areas in the region that will have you traveling north rather than west this season.