Places to stay in Ray Brook, New York

Ray Brook is a hamlet in New York State, USA located on NY 86 between Saranac Lake and Lake Placid in the Town of North Elba in Essex County. It is the site of the Adirondack Park Agency, the District 5 office of the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, the Federal Correctional Institution, Ray Brook and the Adirondack Correctional Facility. Local dining options include Subway, Blue Line Brewery, La Bella Ristorante, and Asian Buffet.

If you are travelling in the area, Ray Brook is located close to Union Cemetery, Reception Hospital (historical), McCormick Hall, Plymouth Rock and Jones Hill.

The center of Ray Brook ( which is at is longitude -74°5'7.476 and latitude 44°17'59.971 ) is located 4 miles away from Saranac Lake and 6 miles away from Lake Placid.

Available Ray Brook lodging

We currently have 10 accommodations in and around Ray Brook.

Ray Brook Hotels, Motels, Resorts, B&Bs and Extended Stay

Hotels

Best Western Mountain Lake Inn

★★★★★★

Approx 3 miles away in Saranac Lake:

Stay at this pet friendly Saranac Lake, New York hotel located minutes away from the Adirondack Scenic Railroad, Mount Pisgah and Whiteface Mountain. Located in upstate New York, the BEST WESTERN Mountain Lake Inn is proud to offer friendly .....

"Simple, clean non-smoking room. The restaurant next door (affiliated) was closed (during the time we were there), but there were a few restaurants nearby on the same road. The pool was cloudy and not ..... "

148 Lake Flower Avenue

Saranac Lake, New York

Bed & Breakfasts

Alpine Air Motel

Approx 5 miles away in Lake Placid:

We are family operated with the owners on the premises to provide our guests with personal attention and quality AAA and Mobil approved accommodations. Located 1 mile from Main St. Lake Placid, in a beautiful, wooded setting with mountain views and a stream flowing through our property..

99 Saranac Avenue

Lake Placid, New York

Motels

Wildwood on the Lake

Approx 5 miles away in Lake Placid:

Picturesque Lake Placid makes "Wildwood on the Lake" the getaway of your choice. Our beautiful grounds feature a natural pool, a heated outdoor pool, rowboats, canoes and paddleboats for your enjoyment..

88 Saranac Avenue

Lake Placid, New York

Ray Brook Camping & RV, Cottages, Rentals and Lodges / Ranches

Listing updated 2026

Cottages

Moreno's Cottages

When you are visiting the Adirondacks, come and make yourself at home in one of our 9 fully furnished cottages with kitchenettes and picnic areas offering reasonable rates. Our goal is to meet your needs whether you are a tourist, a business traveler, or looking for a romantic getaway.

322 Raybrook Road

Ray Brook, New York

Campsite / RV Parks

Meadowbrook State Campground

Meadowbrook is the best bargain in town for those visiting the Lake Placid Olympic Training venues and the Village of Lake Placid. Located only 4 miles from the center of town, campers have no shortage of activities available to them.

1174 NYS Route 86

Ray Brook, New York

Cottages

Adirondack Camp Colby Cabins

Approx 4 miles away in Saranac Lake:

Experience the majestic beauty of the north country with a stay at Camp Colby Cabins. Three elegantly rustic cabins situated on the shore of Lake Colby, a quiet 10 hp. max.

241 Glenwood Drive

Saranac Lake, New York

Campsite / RV Parks

Saranac Lake Islands State Campground

Approx 4 miles away in Saranac Lake:

87 campsites (5 with lean-to's), outhouses, boat launch, 5 day-use sites, firewood sales. 2 campsites with accessible privy, picnic table, tent pad and grill. The accessible features of each site are connected by stone dust paths.

24 Ampersand Bay Road

Saranac Lake, New York

Cottages

Tail O' The Pup Evergreen Cabins

Sitting in Adirondack chairs, around the nightly bonfires under the 100 foot tall white pines, gives Tail O'The Pup Evergreen Cabins the nostalgic feel of yesteryear..

Route 86

Ray Brook, New York

Cottages

Sherwood Forest Motor Inn

13 Knottingham Hill Road

Ray Brook, New York

George A Donaldson & Sons

Campsite / RV Park

Approx 4 miles away in Saranac Lake:

369 Donaldson Campsite

Saranac Lake, New York

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Things to see and do, places to eat in Ray Brook

Boathouse Saranac Lake Pub

Boathouse Saranac Lake Pub ( / Gastropub ). Located at 250 Lake Flower Avenue, Saranac Lake, 3 miles from the center of Ray Brook. Enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner in our casual and welcoming family atmosphere with seasonal outdoor dining by the lakeside. www.saranacwaterfrontlodge.com Link