Gilford travel guide

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You're Going to Love Gilford

With a population of 7,849, Gilford is a must-see destination in New Hampshire, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Gilford to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Gilford

Gilford in November
Estimated hotel price
$153
1 night at 3-star hotel
Gilford in November
Estimated hotel price
$153
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Gilford

Plane

Although Gilford doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Manchester (MHT), which is located 43 miles from Gilford. Boston Logan Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, ITA Airways, JetBlue and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Gilford departs from Philadelphia and takes around 1h 15m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Gilford, followed by Acela. The train journey from Gilford to Providence takes 0h 42m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $22 for a 2h 27m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Gilford is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 84 miles from Gilford. You’ll find branches of Getaround and Dollar, among others, in Boston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Gilford, including OurBus, CoachRun and Peter Pan Bus Lines. From Portland, the bus ride to Gilford takes 115 miles and will cost you around $54. From New York, the ticket costs about $50 for a journey of 228 miles.

Plane

Although Gilford doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Manchester (MHT), which is located 43 miles from Gilford. Boston Logan Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, ITA Airways, JetBlue and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Gilford departs from Philadelphia and takes around 1h 15m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Gilford, followed by Acela. The train journey from Gilford to Providence takes 0h 42m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $22 for a 2h 27m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Gilford is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 84 miles from Gilford. You’ll find branches of Getaround and Dollar, among others, in Boston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Gilford, including OurBus, CoachRun and Peter Pan Bus Lines. From Portland, the bus ride to Gilford takes 115 miles and will cost you around $54. From New York, the ticket costs about $50 for a journey of 228 miles.

Airports near Gilford

Airlines serving Gilford

Lufthansa
Good (7,181 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,352 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,839 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,644 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (8,833 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,873 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,551 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,670 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,531 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (831 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,900 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,235 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (8,095 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,318 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (381 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,419 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,338 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,237 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,202 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,300 reviews)
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Where to stay in Gilford

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include TownePlace Suites by Marriott Gilford and Belknap Point Inn.

Where to stay in popular areas of Gilford

Most booked hotels in Gilford

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Gilford
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 134 reviews)
$154+
Fireside Inn & Suites Gilford
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 525 reviews)
$167+
Half Moon Motel and Cottages
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 262 reviews)
$128+
Belknap Point Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 94 reviews)
$190+
Gunstock Inn & Suites
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 375 reviews)
$135+
The Naswa Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8, 185 reviews)
$227+

Renting a car in Gilford

Expect to pay $3.71 per gallon in Gilford (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $44.52 and $59.36.

Expect to pay $3.71 per gallon in Gilford (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $44.52 and $59.36.