Gilford Hotels - Reviews of Hotels in Gilford NH

Located between the northern slope of the impressive Belknap Mountain range and the southern shore of the beautiful Lake Winnipesaukee, Gilford was established as a town in 1812, although the first settlers came 35 years earlier. It was an agricultural town at first but during summers, the Lake attracted many tourists. The farmers accommodated the tourists and, as time went by, other industries, especially tourism, flourished. Today, Gilford is a diverse community. Many Gilford hotels, inns, and other types of Gilford accommodations were built. Tourists come to Gilford to do cross-country skiing and jumping and this is why Gilford earned the name “snow train” but the official motto for this town is “Recreation Center of New Hampshire.” Aside from skiing, there are many things to do in Gilford, such as biking, kayaking, paddle boating, skating, golfing, and camping. If the Gilford vacation is also a family vacation, the family can go to the Ellacoya State Beach and RV Park. Here, the kids can enjoy swimming and the family can stay in an RV. Gilford is also community that is proud of its history. In New Hampshire, it is the only town that is named after a Revolutionary War battle, the Battle of Guilford House. Thus, another thing to do in Gilford is to visit museum buildings.