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Lake
Placid, NY – June 2023 / Newsmaker Alert: The
only AAA Four Diamond lodging and dining combination in Lake Placid officially
extended their long-running designations as the Mirror
Lake Inn Resort and Spa received the prestigious honor for the 39th
consecutive year, and its’ accompanying restaurant, The
View, collected the same award for the 16th straight year.
With
the summer season now upon us, the Mirror Lake Inn looks forward to welcoming
guests old and new with its truly hospitable and authentic Adirondack experience.
“An
achievement of this magnitude is significant inasmuch as AAA annually conducts
professional and unannounced, in-person property inspections on behalf
of its member travelers, and has done so for 83 years,” said James
Phelps, President and CEO of AAA
Northway.
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The
announcement highlighted the exclusivity enjoyed by this iconic resort
property:
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Of 23,000
AAA rated properties, only 7% are rated Four Diamond,
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Of 5,400
AAA rated restaurants, only 10% are rated Four Diamond,
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Only
161 properties have maintained the Four Diamond rating for 25 or more
consecutive years, putting the Mirror Lake Inn in exclusive company,
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Only one
other property in New York State has held the Four Diamond rating longer:
The Carlyle in New York City for 47 years. Outside of New York City,
the Mirror Lake Inn stands alone in this category of AAA achievement in
New York State.
The Mirror
Lake Inn’s run of AAA lodging awards dates back to 1984. In that time,
resort owner Ed
Weibrecht has observed not only how this lengthy streak has occurred,
but what is the key to extending it each year, namely the Inn’s dedicated
staff who interact with hotel guests.
“We
are in the luxury end of the market,” said Weibrecht. “Our hallmark is
providing unique and memorable experiences. Certainly, we are blessed with
our location and our physical plant is beautiful, but that’s not enough.
The secret ingredient is the passion of our staff. A house isn’t a home
until somebody lives in it and puts their love in it. Well, this place
doesn’t become special until the staff puts their love into it.”
The
Inn’s owner since 1976 regularly compliments the staff on creating a home
away from home ambiance. As part of this, he always encourages employees
to engage the guests, “making them feel welcomed and showing them how important
they are.”
Added
Phelps, “To uphold the exceptionally high standards required on a daily
basis to maintain a Four Diamond rating is an outstanding achievement and
it is accomplished by the hard work and dedication of the staff who are
committed to provide each and every guest with a high degree of hospitality,
with attentive service, in upscale surroundings. This outstanding achievement
is also a reflection of the passion for excellence exuded each day by Ed
and Lisa Weibrecht, owners of Mirror Lake Inn and The View.”
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Image Courtesy Mirror Lake
Inn Resort and Spa / Joseph Rector
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Recent
comments on Tripadvisor illustrate the Inn’s luxe approach in achieving
the AAA designation:
“One
of the best managed and run hotels in the world... and a complete Lake
Placid gem….some of the most spectacular views in the world can be enjoyed
from the many rooms and suites in this hotel.” – Matthew G, May 2023
“The
staff at the MLI is truly special, always going out of their way to give
us what we need and what we didn’t even know we needed. The service and
cleanliness are always spot on and our rooms in the Colonial House were
spectacular.” – Brian H, April 2023
“Great,
beautiful, old-fashioned, centrally-located hotel that is well-maintained
and has great service. It is close to the heart of Lake Placid and there
are beautiful views everywhere.” - Megreviewer14, April 2023
“Fine
dining to perfection with great service and a magnificent view. We enjoyed
every bite. Highly recommend and can’t wait to come back.” - N2245BIjoannas,
September 2022
“AAA
Northway is proud to have Mirror Lake Inn and The View, two dedicated,
AAA Four Diamond establishments that are committed to exceed guest expectations
and provide a premier travel experience,” concluded Phelps.
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Image Courtesy Mirror Lake
Inn Resort and Spa
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The
Mirror Lake Inn Resort and Spa is now embarking on the summer of 2023,
anticipated to be busy with family travel once schools are dismissed.
Over
200 employees will cover all corners of the operation, which features 125
units across seven acres that include the Mountain View and Terrace buildings,
Colonial House and the Lake Cottage. Each of the living quarters faces
Mirror Lake and the Adirondack High Peaks.
Guests
will find two distinct dining options: the aforementioned The
View Restaurant for fine dining, and the hip lakeside Cottage
Café which is Lake Placid’s lunch, dinner and happy hour spot
that offers indoor and outdoor settings. The Cottage is one of the few
eateries where guests can paddle their boat almost to their table.
Also,
there is the Inn’s highly-acclaimed European spa/salon/fitness center located
in the main house, while water lovers will be buoyed by the resort’s indoor
and outdoor pools and private beach with complimentary boats.
For
more information, please log on to the resort website at www.MirrorLakeInn.com.
Follow on the hotel’s Facebook, Instagram and Twitter platforms using @mirrorlakeinn
and #mirrorlakeinn
About
Mirror Lake Inn
The
AAA Four Diamond Mirror Lake Inn
Resort and Spa is a luxury lakefront resort offering an authentic Adirondack
experience. The Inn, rated Four Diamond for 39 consecutive years, presents
both Four Diamond world-class cuisine and casual dining options, with impeccable
service amid awe-inspiring views. Only one other property in New York State
(located in Manhattan), has maintained the Four Diamond designation longer
than Mirror Lake Inn. It is the only property in Lake Placid that combines
Four Diamond lodging and dining.
The Inn’s renowned Lake
Placid spa pampers the body and refreshes the mind with a comprehensive
menu of services. The Inn is conveniently located one block from the restaurants
and shops on Main Street in Lake Placid.
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Media
Contact:
Sandy
Caligiore
518-302-3086
Mirror
Lake Inn Resort and Spa
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