The village of Lake George and the Rt. 9 which brings you to Diamond Point, and Bolton Landing are packed with resort motels .
Cottages are especially nice for saving money on restaurants for bigger families.
Since the turn of the 19th century, visitors have made the trip to Lake George when the train was the primary mode of transportation. A little north in the Adirondack mountains, you can find an actual private parlor car at the Adirondack Museum . Most restaurants in the area ARE family friendly with a special menu just for kids. Take a cruise, on the Minne ha-ha or the Shoreline Cruises which have narrated cruises for a little history, moonlight cruises with live entertainment, and dinner cruises.