Overnight Stay Booking Required
External Viewing Only
View the Brightside Hotel exterior from a distance. The abandoned building is not safe for public access.
- Duration:
- 20 min
Photo coming soon
Age
All ages
Cost
Free
Abandoned property; no public access
Access
Limited Access
Abandoned building with structural hazards
Equipment
No Photos
The Brightside Hotel operated as a vacation resort in Raquette Lake during the early 1900s. The hotel was well-known in the region and attracted guests seeking Adirondack recreation. The property was eventually closed and abandoned approximately two decades ago. The building remains structurally intact but has not been actively maintained or updated since closure.
ApparitionsObject movementSensed presence
Paranormal accounts describe an elderly woman's spirit inhabiting her former room in the abandoned Brightside Hotel. The apparition is characterized as benevolent and domestically focused, concerned with maintaining her room in its original condition. Objects in her room are repeatedly moved by visitors, but allegedly return to their original positions—suggesting the woman's spirit actively maintains her living space. The manifestation is consistent with a residual haunting focused on home and domestic routine.
Notable Entities
The Old Woman
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Brightside Hotel family-friendly?
The Brightside Hotel is an abandoned, unsafe structure. No public access available. Overall family fit: Not Recommended.
How much does it cost to visit Brightside Hotel?
Abandoned property; no public access This location is free to visit.
Do I need to book in advance?
No advance booking is required, but checking availability is recommended.
Is Brightside Hotel wheelchair accessible?
Brightside Hotel has limited wheelchair accessibility. Terrain: Abandoned building with structural hazards.