Lake George Accommodations Archives

Sep 29 2023

Say “I Do” at Our Lake George Wedding Venues

Did you know that Surfside on the Lake has won the Couple’s Choice Award on WeddingWire two years in a row? We are proud to be one of the top Lake George wedding venues and the perfect backdrop for your special day. We invite you to tie the knot at our lakefront resort, complimented by romantic views of Lake George and the Adirondack Mountains. We have everything you need to make planning your wedding a breeze with indoor and outdoor ceremony spaces, several reception options, catering services, decorations, and overnight lodging.

Let us help you customize your big day every step of the way and help you create your dream wedding in Lake George!

Lake George Wedding Venues

Our Lake George wedding venues can accommodate weddings of all sizes, from intimate events of 20 guests to elaborate weddings with 150 guests. Our new Lakefront Terrace offers the perfect backdrop for your ceremony overlooking Lake George. But, if it’s rainy, we can bring everything inside to our Blue Mountain Room. Other venues to choose from include:

Club Hamilton is an indoor venue that accommodates up to 150 guests and offers views of Lake George.
The Blue Mountain Room accommodates up to 150 guests—no views of Lake George.
Rooftop Cabana is an outdoor venue that accommodates up to 130 guests and offers panoramic views of Lake George.

Surfside Wedding Package Inclusions

We offer several wedding packages for you and your special someone to choose from; no matter your budget, all of our packages include:

Hour-long cocktail reception
Hospitality Suite
Wedding Day Coordination
Basic Centerpiece, Place Card, and Favor Setup
House Chairs, Tables, and Linens
House China, Flatware, and Glassware
House Chair Covers
Cake Cutting Service
Coffee and Tea Service

Reserve a Wedding Package

Dome Island Package: Includes a one-hour open bar, cash bar, three hors d’oeuvres, and a premium buffet dinner.
Dollar Island Package: Includes a two-hour open bar, cash bar, four hors d’oeuvres, premium plated dinner, and wedding cake.
Gem Island Package: Includes a two-hour open bar, cash bar, four hors d’oeuvres, champagne toast, premium buffet dinner, and wedding cake.
Diamond Island Package: Includes a four-hour open bar, cash bar, five hors d’oeuvres, champagne toast, premium plated dinner, and wedding cake.

We also offer Custom Packages so you can craft your special day to your exact needs! Read through our wedding packages packet for more details.

Tie the Knot in Lake George at Surfside on the Lake

Surfside on the Lake offers the perfect Lake George wedding venues for your special day! Make reservations for our Lake George hotel rooms and enjoy lodging just steps from your wedding venues. We offer 154 rooms and suites to fit all budgets and needs of your wedding guests. Please contact us to learn more about planning your Lake George wedding with us! Read more about our policies and contact us at 518-668-2442 with any questions.

Jan 20 2023

Annual Lake George Events to Plan Your Vacation Around

There is always something fun and exciting happening in the Lake George area! Make your next vacation to the Adirondacks extra memorable by planning your getaway around one of our annual Lake George events. Whether you want to chill out at ice bars in the winter, kick off summer during the food and wine festival, or watch hot air balloons travel across the fall sky, there is something for everyone! No matter what piques your interest, Surfside on the Lake puts you at the center of the action.

Lake George Winter Carnival: February

Each February, the Lake George Winter Carnival returns for a month-long celebration of winter! Join us for four weekends of family-friendly fun with cooking contests, races, polar plunges, and fireworks.

Thurman Maple Days: March

Join us for one of the largest maple festivals in Upstate NY, offering three consecutive weekends of maple tastings and farm tours.

Americade: May-June

Lake George hosts the world’s largest multi-brand motorcycle touring rally, welcoming over 50,000 riders every spring. Travel to our mountain town during Americade to attend parades, and enjoy special events like scavenger hunts and poker runs.

Adirondack Wine & Food Festival: June

Kick off summer during the Adirondack Wine & Food Festival, and celebrate New York’s best wineries, distilleries, breweries, food vendors, and food trucks. This Lake George event is not to be missed!

Lake George Music Festival: August

August is the perfect time for classical music lovers to plan their Lake George getaway. Attend the Lake George Music Festival and enjoy eight incredible chamber music concerts.

Adirondack Nationals Car Show: September

Do you have a classic car to show off, or love all things vintage? Then visit us for the Adirondacks National Car Show, for three days of car shows, live music, and special events.

Adirondack Balloon Festival: September

The Adirondack Balloon Festival is a one-of-a-kind event celebrating 50 years in 2023! Witness dozens of hot air balloons take flight over the Adirondacks, along with food vendors, craft fairs, exhibitors, and kids’ activities.

World’s Largest Garage Sale: September

Shop for antiques and collectibles from over 500 vendors at the World’s Largest Garage Sale in nearby Warrensburg.

Adirondack Film Festival: October

Visit us during the Adirondack Film Festival and watch films, documentaries, shorts, and music videos inspired by the Adirondack region.

Stay at Our Lake George Hotel

Discover the complete list of annual Lake George events and festivals here for more information on local happenings. No matter when you plan your Adirondack getaway, Surfside on the Lake is the perfect place to set up basecamp. We offer a wide variety of rooms and suites to fit all budgets and needs. Plan your Lake George escape with us today!

Dec 15 2022

Visit the Lake George, NY, Ice Castles

The Lake George Ice Castles are back for another year, and Surfside on the Lake invites you to witness this magical winter attraction! Head to Charles R. Wood Park and discover a frozen wonderland full of ice slides, tunnels, igloos, ice bars, and much more! Read on to learn more about this unique winter experience, and reserve your tickets today!

About the Ice Castles in Lake George

Ice Castles are an internationally renowned tourist attraction in Minnesota, New Hampshire, Utah, Wisconsin, and New York. It opened in Lake George, New York, on January 23, 2022, and is a winter attraction for tourists and residents alike. The attraction site features icicles with LED lights embedded inside the ice to give an illuminating attraction at night.

Tickets are on sale for 2023 and are available to buy from January 27 to February 20, 2023.

Things to Expect in the Ice Castles in Lake George

Enjoy a swell time in Lake George’s ice castles this winter by engaging in these activities:

Ice Slides: Regardless of age, get ready for a swell time sliding down on any ice slides here.
Crawl Tunnels: Here, you have tiny passageways big enough for children and adults who love adventures.
Caverns and Archways: This is an absolute delight as you wander through a frozen maze, wondering what awaits you at every turn.
Polar Pub: Lovers of drinks and alcoholic beverages have something for their taste buds while chilling in the most fantastic place in town. Order a winter-themed alcoholic beverage with a friend from the frost ice bar here on the grounds.
Snow Igloo Village: Lovers of igloos will love this feature. Take a walk through the village of snow igloos and discover hidden snow features.
Mystic Light Walk: Take a stroll with your special someone along a path brightly illuminated with the magical glow of winter and lights.
Arctic Alcove: This unique private ice room within the ice castle is available for six guests. Book a VIP experience in the arctic alcove for your special occasion or even a wedding proposal. The ticket costs $450 for one hour and includes six general admission tickets to the ice castles, 20% off ice castles merchandise, and two souvenir photos.

Vacation Rentals Near Lake George Ice Castles

Plan to have a fantastic time with your partner at the Lake George ice castles in 2023. Afterward, return to your Surfside on the Lake room and enjoy the lovely view from your lodge. Take advantage of our package deals and book your winter getaway in Lake George today!

Nov 15 2022

Your Guide to Breweries near Lake George

After a day of winter exploration in Lake George, warm up with a delicious craft beer at the breweries near Lake George. Stay with Surfside on the Lake, and you will be less than a mile from both breweries in the Village. Start your craft beer tour at the Adirondack Pub & Brewery before making your way to the breweries in the neighboring towns of Glen Falls, Queensbury, and Bolton Landing. Whether you are craving crisp lagers, full-flavored ales, or rich stouts, there is something for everyone’s taste buds at these breweries:

Adirondack Pub & Brewery

The Adirondack Pub is less than a mile from Surfside, offering easy access from your hotel room. This microbrewery uses fresh local ingredients and spring-fed water from the region. One of the most popular brews is Lake George’s IPA, which changes with the seasons of the Adirondacks. Other annual beers include amber ales, crisp Pilsners, porters, and sours.

163 Tap Room

This Lake George craft beer bar offers 16 tap lines and a large selection of bottled and canned beer. They also provide a menu of appetizers, soups, and salads to pair with your drink.

Common Roots Brewing Company

During the summer months, our Surfside on the Lake Rooftop Cabana Bar regularly features brews from Common Roots! When our bar isn’t open, head to South Glen Falls to sample their brews.

Northway Brewing Co.

Head to Northway Brewing Co. in Queensbury and sample their collection of beers that celebrate the people and landscapes of the Adirondacks. Originally known as the Lake George Brew House, the Northway team has transformed the menu with new and exciting brews like mango milkshake IPAs and Streaking Embers made with smoked Pilsner malt.

Bolton Landing Brewing Company

Make the 15-minute drive to Bolton Landing and stop at this family-owned microbrewery on the shores of Lake George. All beer is brewed on-site, from IPAs to lagers and fruited kettle sours. Pair your drink with tasty bites like buffalo chicken dip or parmesan truffle fries.

Davidson Brothers Brewpub

Davidson Brothers Brewpub is run by two brothers who have been serving up local brews for over 25 years! Brews like their traditional IPAs have remained on tap since the brewery opened, encapsulating a hoppy medium-bodied beer. Stop in on the weekends for live music by talented local musicians!

Mean Max Brew Works

This Glen Falls brewery is dedicated to crafting the finest ales and lagers. Sample their harvest brown ale made with local hops or try cookies and cream pastry stout. Mean Max offers the perfect place to hang out, sample a variety of brews, and listen to live music!

Stay at Our Lake George Resort

Join us at Surfside on the Lake and experience a taste of the Adirondacks at the breweries near Lake George. We are located directly in the Village, so you can easily access dining, shopping, and indoor activities nearby. Browse our rooms and suites and find the perfect lodging for your winter getaway today!

Oct 14 2022

A Vacation for Lake George History Buffs

You may already know that Lake George is home to America’s Original Vacation, but did you know that our region is also entrenched in fascinating history? The Lake George Area was fundamental in the formation of our country, from the French and Indian War to the American Revolution. Today our local museums, military forts, and historic sites continue to tell the tales of our storied past. Stay with us at Surfside on the Lake and step into the past in Lake George at these fascinating historic sites:

Fort William Henry Museum

Fort William played a vital role in Lake George’s efforts in the French and Indian Wars. Today, they offer a range of tours, events, and education programs that highlight the sights and stories of the fort. Join their guided military demonstrations, tour the museum exhibits, and witness live cannon firings. If you visit us during the fall, you will have a unique opportunity to meet the ghosts of the fort with a haunted history tour.

Fort Ticonderoga

Approximately one hour from Lake George, you can visit another historic Adirondack fort. Fort Ticonderoga offers endless adventures for history buffs, including daily tours, historical demonstrations, and museum exhibitions. The fort is hailed as the premier living history program in the country, with weapons demonstrations, shoemaking, tailoring, carpentry, and more.

There is so much to do at Fort Ticonderoga, from strolling through a historic garden to marveling at historical artifacts in the museum!

Grant Cottage State Historic Site

Visit the cottage where President Ulysses S. Grant lived out the last of his days during your Lake George history getaway. Take a guided cottage tour and witness unique artifacts that belonged to the Grant family. You can also join a hidden history hiking tour to learn about what has drawn visitors to the Adirondacks for hundreds of years.

Self-Guided Walking Tour

Embark on the Colonial Wars in Lake George Walking Tour and discover 20 historical and natural sites along the three-mile route. The first stop on the route is the Old Courthouse, which houses the Lake George Historical Association museum. Other significant sites along the tour include:

Lake George Hotel Lodging

Escape to the Adirondacks and discover fascinating Lake George history during your getaway. Stay with us at Surfside on the Lake and start your self-guided walking tour right from the hotel. We are conveniently located on the lake and in the village, so you can easily access everything Lake George offers! Browse our rooms and suites and plan your historic Adirondack vacation today!