The Margate Resort is a hotel situated on the shores of Lake Winnipesaukee in Laconia, New Hampshire. The property spans three buildings and offers direct access to a private beach. Guests can enjoy on-site amenities including two swimming pools, a fitness center, and two restaurants. The resort is also equipped with water sports facilities and canoe rentals. For relaxation, a spa and a hot tub are available.
Should you book The Margate Resort?
A waterfront resort with multiple accommodation options, pools, dining, and beach access on Lake Winnipesaukee.
Best for
- Lakefront relaxation
- Family vacations
- Water activities
Maybe not ideal for
- Inn Building rooms require stair access
- Gazebo Beach Bar is seasonal
Lakefront setting
The resort sits on the shores of Lake Winnipesaukee, offering waterfront views. A 400-foot private sandy beach provides direct access to the water, complemented by docks.
Dining options
Blackstone's Restaurant serves breakfast daily. Courtyard Bistro offers complimentary coffee and fruit. The Gazebo Beach Bar is open seasonally for lunch and dinner with cocktails.
Pools and spa
Two swimming pools are available, one indoor and one outdoor. Guests can also enjoy a hot tub and utilize the full-service salon, Behold The Beauty, for spa treatments.
Room variety
Lodging is spread across three buildings: the Lakefront Building with views, the West Building near the beach, and the Inn Building next to the outdoor pool. Some rooms require stair access.
Rooms & rates
What you'll enjoy
Gallery
Amenities & facilities
Most popular facilities
- Spa and wellness center
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- Beachfront
- 24-hour front desk
- Fitness center
- 2 swimming pools
- 2 restaurants
- Free Wifi
Great for your stay
- Parking
- 2 restaurants
- Private bathroom
- Spa and wellness center
- Air conditioning
- Bath
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
Private bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Bath or shower
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Bath
Bedroom
- Alarm clock
Outdoors
- Outdoor fireplace
- Outdoor furniture
- Beachfront
- Private beach area
Kitchen
- Refrigerator
Location
76 Lake St., Laconia, NH 03246, United States, Laconia, New Hampshire
The Margate Resort is located in Laconia, New Hampshire.
5 sights nearby, the closest being Quinby Point at 1.3 mi; the nearest train station, Lakeport, is 1.3 mi away.
Things to do nearby
- Quinby Pointbeach1.3 mi
- Leavitt Parkpark1.3 mi
- United Baptist Church of Lakeportplace of worship1.3 mi
- Sanborn Parkpark1.4 mi
- The Evangelical Baptist Churchplace of worship1.4 mi
Straight-line distances from the property · data © OpenStreetMap contributors
What guests say
8.2 / 10 · Very good on Booking.com, from 272 guest reviews
The Margate Resort earns consistent praise for its beautiful lakefront setting, friendly staff, and well-regarded breakfast, making it a genuinely pleasant base for a leisure stay. However, recurring issues — notably noisy air-conditioning, slow food service, weak WiFi, and the inconvenience of crossing a busy road to reach the beach for some room categories — prevent it from feeling fully polished. Guests leave largely satisfied but with clear expectations that operational details still need attention.
Reviews scoring 9–10: 11 · average 9
They wrote about: breakfast, location, room
Reviews scoring 7–9: 19 · average 7.6
They wrote about: breakfast, location, staff
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Good to know
House rules
- Check-in
From 4:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
- Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
- Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
- Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
- Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Frequently asked questions
What are the dining options at The Margate Resort?
The resort has Blackstone's Restaurant, which serves breakfast daily. Courtyard Bistro provides complimentary coffee and fruit for guests. The Gazebo Beach Bar offers lunch and dinner seasonally.
Does the resort offer parking?
Yes, The Margate Resort provides free parking for guests.
Are there pools at the hotel?
The resort features two swimming pools, one indoor and one outdoor, for guest use.
Is there a spa or fitness center?
Yes, The Margate Resort has a spa and wellness center called Behold The Beauty – Salon, along with a fitness center for guests.
Can I swim in the lake?
The resort has a 400-foot private sandy beach and docks, allowing guests to access Lake Winnipesaukee.
What room amenities are available?
Rooms are equipped with cable TV, coffee-making facilities, a seating area, refrigerator, hairdryer, and air conditioning.
Are there specific buildings for lodging?
Yes, there are three buildings: the Lakefront Building with views, the West Building near the beach, and the Inn Building next to the outdoor pool.
Is breakfast included?
Breakfast is served daily at Blackstone's. A hot breakfast buffet is available for surcharge during summer months and select high occupancy periods.