South Down Shores
Laconia
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Popular places to visit
Winnipesaukee Pier
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Winnipesaukee Pier during your visit to Laconia. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Paugus Bay
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Paugus Bay during your travels in Laconia. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the live music in this family-friendly area.
Ahern State Park
You can take time to visit Ahern State Park during your travels to Laconia. Wander the lakeside and beautiful beaches in the area.
Weirs Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Weirs Beach during your trip to Laconia? Wander the lakeside and beaches in this family-friendly area.
Funspot Family Fun Center
Enjoy an outing to Funspot Family Fun Center during your stay in Laconia. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Opechee Park Cove Beach and Opechee Point Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Opechee Park Cove Beach and Opechee Point Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Laconia. Discover the area's great live music and shops.
Top hotels in South Down Shores
Mill Falls Resort Collection at the Lake
The room was clean and the staff courteous. The property itself was beautiful and the hotel gym and pool were next level. Two things of note. I was disappointed I paid for one of the upgrade services just wine and chocolate being Valentine’s Day and it was never delivered to our room and the bathroom ...
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Steele Hill Resorts
A lot of stuff missing in the kitchen. I ask for a cutting board which it never made it. Room was a bit dirty. Tv not working.
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Winnisquam Lake Inn
It was an okay place to stay for one night. The only thing is when we got there no one was at the desk and the same thing when we tried to check out, so we just left the key cards on the desk. Room was a good size with a really good view of the lake. It is near a busy road so it is kind of hard to ...
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Best Western Plus Landmark Inn
We stay overnight there because the said swimming pool is available for swim but it wasn’t 😔
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Fireside Inn & Suites Gilford
Fireside was perfect for what we were looking for. An overnight hotel with a pool for the kids. A nice vibe throughout the hotel. We went to Patrick’s across the street; great food and drinks. The on the go breakfast was great. Was expecting cereal/muffin etc. but they had a much bigger variety, ...
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
The Common Man Inn & Spa
I have mixed feelings about my stay here. The staff were great! The service was good. I stayed in one of the off-site cabins for 2 nights/3 days. The positives: The cabin is very cute! It was very clean and had all the amenities you could possibly need. Including the cutest little microwave! Parking ...
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Down Shores
Plummer Point
While Plummer Point isn't home to many top sights, Weirs Beach and Paugus Bay are some notable places to visit nearby.
Bayside
While there might not be top attractions in Bayside, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Paugus Bay and Tranquility Springs Wellness Spa.
Lakeport
While visiting Lakeport, you might make a stop by sights like Tranquility Springs Wellness Spa and Paugus Bay.
Weirs Beach
Lake views, live music and beaches highlight some of the noteworthy features of Weirs Beach. Make a stop by Winnipesaukee Pier or Weirs Beach while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Downtown Laconia
If you're spending some time in Downtown Laconia, Lake Winnisquam and Sun Day's Salon & Spa, Inc. are top sights worth seeing.
