Biking
Road, mountain, and fat biking on Valley trails.
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Mt. Washington Valley
Centrally located in the heart of the Valley
Briarcliff Motel is centrally located in the heart of the Mt. Washington Valley — attractions, restaurants, shops, and four-season recreation are all within a short drive.
Dining & shopping
Easy to fill a trip without overplanning
Main Street restaurants walkable from town, plus outlet shopping and locally owned shops a few minutes out.
- Main Street dining in North Conway
- Premium outlets and local shops
- Pairs naturally with attraction and ski days
Winter focus
Ski country within reach
A strong base camp for winter trips — Cranmore, Attitash, and the wider White Mountains lineup.
- Attitash Mountain Resort
- Cranmore Mountain Resort
- Eight alpine mountains within a half-hour drive
- Four cross-country areas with grooming and rentals
Nearby attractions
Places worth a visit
The anchor stops that shape a White Mountains trip.
Summer recreation
Warm-weather days in the Valley
A broad mix, not a single trip style.
Canoeing & kayaking
Rentals, guides, and countless waterways to paddle.
Fishing
Fly-fishing on mountain brooks and rivers (NH permit required).
Golf
Five scenic PGA courses within a short drive.
Hiking
White Mountain National Forest trails for every level — guided trips available.
Horseback riding
Rides at Farm by the River, Attitash, and Bretton Woods.
Rock climbing
Indoor gyms and classic crags across the White Mountains.
Train rides
Scenic summer outings on the Conway Scenic and Cog railways.
Winter recreation
Beyond the ski lift
Skiing is central — but the Valley does more than that.
Skiing & snowboarding
Eight alpine mountains and four cross-country areas within a half-hour.
Snowmobiling
Rentals and groomed trail networks maintained by local clubs.
Snowshoeing
Trails throughout the White Mountain National Forest.
Sleigh rides
Horse-drawn sleighs at local ski areas and Nestlenook Farm.
Ice skating
Ham Arena and Nestlenook Farm — two classic local rinks.
Snow tubing
Tubing hills and rentals at several nearby ski areas.
Dog sledding
Runs with Muddy Paws Sled Dog Rescue — a local favorite.
Reserve your stay
Book direct with Briarcliff
Book online in a minute — or call the front desk during office hours.