The Lantern Resort offers free Wi-Fi, outdoor pool, and kitchen-equipped rooms near Jericho Mountain State Park and Santa’s Village in Jefferson, NH.
Visitors consistently highlight the convenient location, friendly staff, and kid-oriented amenities, while noting occasional noise issues and mixed experiences with room upkeep.
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The Lantern Resort is a straightforward motel and campground located on the edge of Jericho Mountain State Park in Jefferson, New Hampshire. It offers a practical blend of lodging options with kitchen facilities in all rooms, free Wi-Fi, and a well-maintained outdoor pool area that includes a separate shallow pool for children. The property also features a BBQ and picnic area, free parking, and is accessible for guests with mobility needs.
Set just a short four-minute walk from Santa’s Village, this resort is well-suited for families looking to combine convenient access to local attractions with a relaxed outdoor setting. Several guests have praised the clean bathhouses, helpful staff, and the variety of activities available on-site during summer, such as crafts and wagon rides, although some have noted occasional noise from nearby traffic and other guests during quiet hours.
With a 4.7 rating based on 249 reviews, the property appeals to visitors seeking a kid-friendly environment without the frills of a full-service hotel. While it does not offer an on-site restaurant or airport shuttle, the presence of a golf course nearby adds to the recreational options available. It is a practical choice for travelers who want a simple and comfortable place to stay while exploring the surrounding natural attractions and nearby towns.
Guests interested in exploring further will find a range of accommodations nearby, including highly rated inns and motels within a few miles. The Lantern Resort's combination of motel rooms and camping sites caters to a diverse group—from families visiting local theme parks to outdoor enthusiasts looking for a base close to nature.
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Great place to stay when visiting Santa Village in winter or summer. During the summer they have lots of activities for the kids.
10/10 for this place! My family stayed in the motel and walked across the street to Santas Village. The pool was so nice and even had a very shallow separate pool for younger kiddos. They had lots of offerings like crafts, wagon rides, and games. The staff was knowledgeable and helpful. Will definitely be returning.
This location worked out very well for us. We went to Santa's Village, walking pathway right across from the motel parking lot. It was also fairly easy to get to Storyland as well. Our daughter and son-in-law stayed in the motel while we were in our camper. This is such a great opportunity for utilizing both types of accommodations. The staff was so very nice, polite and helpful. The grounds are beautiful and very well kept up. The camping site was large; grassy but with enough trees to offer shade. Two pools including a kiddie pool for our grandson, as well as a playground. We would definitely recommend this resort for anyone looking to explore this area of NH. We plan to stay there again next year.
Our 3rd year at this resort. We always come up for the 4th. Very clean, staff very nice. Only complaints are some do not respect quite hours which is from 11pm-7am people still loud well past midnight. Also some do not have proper camping etiquette and walk through other people's sites. I also find sites near the upper pool like where we stayed are much busier and louder.
We used campground. Rates were reasonable, amenities were excellent. Bathhouses were very clean. Staff was helpful and friendly. our only complaint was that the guests were some of the most inconsiderate people ever and quiet hour was not enforced. wont tent their again.
The rooms were okay there were some bugs but everything else in the rooms were fine service was great they provided everything that we needed the location was okay I wasn’t the fan of the noise of the trucks driving by and the pool was cold and dirty and the ice machine wasn’t working I would come back and try again
Our first time here, after staying at another campground in the area for 20 years. What a nice place, the landscaping and upkeep is impressive. Just the right amount of activities. One downside is the road the campground is on is a big hill and the trucks downshifting/engine braking can be loud at night. Does not bother us. Bathrooms are CLEAN-CLEAN!
This place was awesome!! As soon as we got there, we loved every part! They gave us free slushy vouchers, and the room was super clean, and looked great! Free breakfast in the morning too!!
On the edge of Jericho Mountain State Park, this unassuming motel and campground is 6.1 miles from Lancaster and a 4-minute walk from Santa's Village.
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