Bethel Travel Guide

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Experience year-round outdoor recreation, and relaxation, in this town nestled between forest reserves and some of the state’s tallest mountains.

Bethel is a small town surrounded by the natural splendour of soaring mountains and dense woods. Whether its summer adventures on the town’s nearby hiking trails and wild rivers or skiing down alpine slopes in winter, Bethel is ideal for enjoying nature to its fullest. The magnificent natural surroundings make for the perfect backdrop for rest and relaxation, so stop by one of Bethel’s secluded retreats, golf courses or spa centres.

With the White Mountain National Forest, Grafton Notch State Park and the Appalachian Trail in easy reach, Bethel is in the heart of a hiker’s wonderland. Pick from a wide range of hiking and biking trails and get to know the region’s superb flora and fauna. Go on a scenic drive or an ATV adventure and spot moose, deer, ducks and foxes. Umbagog National Wildlife Refuge gives you a good chance of spying some of Maine’s more reclusive creatures. Ride on horseback through wooded trails or go rockhounding in the mineral-rich mountains. Feel the wind in your hair on a thrilling zip-line adventure.

If it’s adventures on the water you seek, you’ll find boating, canoeing and kayaking hotspots abound in Bethel. See nature at its most wild when you discover waterfalls and white-water rapids. Check out the hunting and fishing action with a local guide. Bethel’s nearby golf courses are renowned for their picturesque tree-studded greens.

In winter, Bethel is minutes from some of Maine’s best skiing and snowboarding destinations. Discover family-friendly ski slopes at Mt. Abram or experience the grandeur of western Maine’s Mahoosuc Mountains when you visit Sunday River Resort. Groomed slopes and cross-country trails make this resort an exciting winter destination.

Take a break from adventure and spend some time in town, where you will find galleries, museums and theatres. Taste fresh local produce at the cafés and restaurants or have a cook-up over the campfire in your secluded camping site.

Bethel is situated on the Androscoggin River in central western Maine. The town has its own regional airport and is also easily accessible on a major interstate highway. Stay in Bethel’s historic inns, retreats, lakeside rentals or cosy hotels at any time of the year.

The Inn at the Rostay

The Inn at the Rostay

2 out of 5
186 Mayville Road, Route 2, Bethel, ME
Stay at this motel in Bethel. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a picnic area. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (398 reviews)
"Nice property with communal fire pit / bbq area and hot tub. Call ahead to make sure hot tub is serviced!"

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025

The Inn at the Rostay
The Bethel Resort & Suites

The Bethel Resort & Suites

3 out of 5
21 Broad Street, Bethel, ME
The price is ฿4,540 per night from 14 Aug to 15 Aug
฿4,540
฿5,830 total
14 Aug - 15 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star ski resort in Bethel. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a golf course. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ...
7.6/10 Good! (330 reviews)
"Beautiful! The rooms were comfortable, they had a great gym, clean pool with a great view and sauna. Really enjoyed our time."

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

The Bethel Resort & Suites
West Bethel Motel

West Bethel Motel

2.5 out of 5
764 W Bethel Rd, Bethel, ME
The price is ฿3,788 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
฿3,788
฿4,834 total
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Bethel. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (347 reviews)
"I never saw a person while there. Check in was via messenger, as was check out. My room was plenty big, though the bath tub was not large enough for an adult to relax in... Not that I was looking for a bath. The shower did the trick.... I will certainly stay there again if I need to be in ..."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

West Bethel Motel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Nordic Village Resort

Nordic Village Resort

3 out of 5
Route 16, Glen, NH
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly aparthotel in Glen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,731 reviews)
"The property is absolutely stunning and well kept. The view from Hallstad mountain virw was phenomenal. The jacuzzi tub in the room was unusable due to either inproper cleaning or maintenance but other than that it was a great experience and we will be back again."

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025

Nordic Village Resort
White Mountain Cottages

White Mountain Cottages

3 out of 5
2406 White Mountain Hwy, North Conway, NH
Stay at this 3-star cabin in North Conway. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Conway Scenic Railway and Cranmore Mountain ...
7.8/10 Good! (55 reviews)
Small, quaint, served our needs.
"We stayed in the Basic Cabin with 1 queen, 2 twin beds. It was quaint, small, clean, old rustic and appeared to have had some renovations. The queen bed was soft and comfy. The twin bed mattresses were thin and harder. Couldn’t get the ceiling fan to work, and the gas wood stove wasn’t needed on ..."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

White Mountain Cottages
Attitash Mountain Village

Attitash Mountain Village

3 out of 5
1 River Run Drive, Bartlett, NH
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly aparthotel in Bartlett. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (501 reviews)
"Felt like a campground with all the amenities bit with townhome style apartment rooms. There was fullsize kitchen appliances with a dishwasher & washer/ dryer."

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

Attitash Mountain Village
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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