Plain Kate's Inc

Motel in Franconia with free parking

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November 2025

December 2025

Combined shower/bathtub, rainfall showerhead, towels, soap

Classic Double or Twin Room, Mountain View | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Plain Kate's Inc, in White Mountain National Forest, offers a genuine escape from daily routines. The surrounding woodland is perfect for unwinding, with hiking trails and natural scenery that let visitors experience the restorative power of spending time outdoors.

Wonderful

Popular amenities

Parking included
Free WiFi

฿4,233 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

Room options

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Tonight

Oct 23 - Oct 24

Tomorrow

Oct 24 - Oct 25

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

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Classic Double or Twin Room, Mountain View

Excellent

Highlights

Garden

Deck/patio

Smart TV

Rainfall showerhead

Shower/bath combination

Private bathroom

Digital channels

Wardrobe

Mountain view
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Basic Room, Mountain View

Exceptional

Highlights

Garden

Deck/patio

Smart TV

Rainfall showerhead

Shower/bath combination

Private bathroom

Digital channels

Wardrobe

Mountain view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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About the area

Franconia is home to Plain Kate's Inc. The area's natural beauty can be seen at White Mountain National Forest and Franconia Notch State Park. New England Ski Museum and Chutters are also worth visiting. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like hiking/biking trails, ziplining and horse riding.

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729 Main Street, Franconia, NH, 03580

What's nearby

Gale River - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Franconia Notch State Park - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
Echo Lake Beach - 6 min drive - 8.7 km
Cannon Mountain Ski Area - 6 min drive - 6.1 km
Cannon Mountain Aerial Tramway - 7 min drive - 9.7 km

Getting around

Whitefield, NH (HIE-Mount Washington Regional) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

‪Cannon Mountain Ski Area - ‬7 min drive
‪Littleton Freehouse Taproom & Eatery - ‬9 min drive
‪Schilling Beer Co. - ‬9 min drive
‪White Mountain Frosty Bar - ‬10 min drive
‪Circle K - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Plain Kate's Inc

Motel near White Mountain National Forest

Located close to Franconia Notch State Park, Plain Kate's Inc has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Additional perks include:

Free self-parking

Room features

All guest rooms at Plain Kate's Inc offer amenities, such as free WiFi.

Extra conveniences in all rooms include:

Rainfall showers, shower/bath combinations and shampoo
32-inch Smart TVs with digital channels
Private gardens, wardrobes/cupboards and housekeeping

Similar properties

Pool
Breakfast included
Parking included
Free WiFi

฿3,412 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps

Parking and transport

Free self parking on site

Conveniences

Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

No lift
Smooth flooring in room

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

Rainfall showerhead
Shampoo
Shower/bathtub combination
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Entertainment

32-inch smart TV with digital channels

More

Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM

Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 1:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts cash

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Plain Kate's Inc Motel

Plain Kate's Inc Franconia

Plain Kate's Inc Motel Franconia

Frequently asked questions

Is Plain Kate's Inc pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Plain Kate's Inc?

As of 23 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Plain Kate's Inc on 24 Oct 2025 start from ฿3,901.18, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Plain Kate's Inc?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Plain Kate's Inc?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Plain Kate's Inc?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Plain Kate's Inc located?

Situated in Franconia, this motel is steps from Gale River and 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from White Mountain National Forest. Frost Place is 2 mi (3.2 km) away.

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Plain Kate's Inc Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

7.6

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Abirami

11 Oct 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Clean room, bed and bath. Great location. Served the purpose to have good sleep and stay the night before we continue or sight seeing journey.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

29 Aug 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The place is very quiet, the staff is amazing and the rooms are clean.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Misty

25 Sep 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Check in was easy, easy to find location. Most of all we loved how quiet it was. Great value.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

David

12 Oct 2025

This is an older ground level, attached buildings no frills hotel. If you’re looking for a reasonably priced clean room with no bells and whistles with good space for 1 night or more this is perfect. The inn keeper Janice is very pleasant and always willing to help.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Victoria

14 Oct 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

the property was cute. the owner was amazing and sweet. there wasn’t any electrical outlets in the bathroom and no mirror anywhere else- made it impossible to fix your hair unless you had your own. the location was perfect to a local coffee cafe and near the trails. great location

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

15 Sep 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Staff super friendly and accommodating. Room very comfortable and clean. Location right off the highway, easy access to many things. Very quiet with nice view. Definitely recommend and will be going back.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teri

23 Sep 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Step back in time to this roadside motel! Decor Needs updates but for location it is great, close to Littleton and the Cannon Tram. Good hiking nearby. There isn’t much to see in Franconia but Littleton is adorable with shops and restaurants. Janice, The manager, Was very accommodating and personable.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

srinivas

25 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

the hotel and staff very good and friendly

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Larry

1 Oct 2025

Clean

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

9 Aug 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Charming and affordable!!!

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andria

15 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great location for hiking, affordable, and clean!

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

10 Sep 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Our room was clean and tidy... parking was right outside the room...staff was friendly and helpful .. sleigh bed was very comfortable. Well maintained older motel without any frills.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jill

8 Oct 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Disliked: Amenities

Room was a basic motel room that was exceptionally clean and the beds were comfortable. I think the owner is working hard to improve the property. The office was a bit hard to locate and the property’s street sign showed a different name and then “at Plain Kate’s” which was a bit confusing. It’s located on the main street in town with easy access to I-93.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslee

15 Jun 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Friendly staff, great area, quaint, with great food nearby

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

9 Aug 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

Very clean place. Nice river close by to go to walk. Quiet nice place.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

18 Aug 2025

Liked: Amenities

Great low cost option

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renata

30 Aug 2025

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities

Cute and clean

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sivaram

29 Jun 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Friendly staff, quiet, clean and convenient.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randee

30 Jun 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Super clean and comfortable. Would definitely stay there again.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

7 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

This cute little hotel served us well! It's not fancy but the bed and the room were comfortable, and we really enjoyed talking with the manager.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vivian L

21 Sep 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

I wish the room had a microwave, mini fridge and coffe maker just so i don't have to carry so many stuff from home lol but besides that i love this place , second year visiting and will continue to visit. Owner is very nice and makes you feel welcomed and checks on you to make sure you have everything you need. If you just want an affordable and safe place to sleep this is the place for you!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Joe

1 Oct 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Disliked: Amenities

Franconia is a tiny town. Both restaurants were closed on the Monday I stayed there. I chose this motel based on the price and being close to the Cannon Mountain Tramway and Mt. Washington Cog Railroad. The motel is old, and the room is basic. It is large and clean, with a comfortable king size bed, but lacks amenities. A refrigerator, but nothing else. As for the lack of AC, I opened the windows and doors, and the room cooled by 10:00 p.m., making for a good night’s sleep.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don

20 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Great place, I would stay here again. Older motel, but everything was clean and everything worked. The rooms are larger than newer hotels. Hotel staff was nice when I called and during check-in. You won't beat the price!

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

nathan

13 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Nothing glitchy, but the room was nice and clean, in a great location, and the host was very kind

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

11 Aug 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Room was clean and spacious. AC kept the room cold during a very hot and humid day. Great value for the money. If you are used to a 5 Star Hotel with a ton of amenities, then this isn't you're type of place. Close to Franconia Notch Park and the downtown area.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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Room amenities

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Bathroom

Entertainment

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Policies

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Access methods

Pets

Children and extra beds

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Plain Kate's Inc Reviews

Wonderful

9.6

7.6

9.4

8.6

8.8

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Abirami

Abirami

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Jennifer

10/10 Excellent

Misty

Misty

8/10 Good

David

David

8/10 Good

Victoria

Victoria

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Carmen

10/10 Excellent

Teri

Teri

10/10 Excellent

srinivas

srinivas

8/10 Good