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    So glad to of found The Blind Tiger to stay! Every room you stay in here has a different vibe and name - which we found to be very charming. The whole place is perfectly decorated with a fun, vibrant aesthetic. The served breakfast in the morning is very vast, with plenty of options. Would defiantly come back and stay!

    One of the bedrooms in Room 8
    Melissa K.

    Blind Tiger Burlington was absolutely exquisite. The common areas were beautifully decorated, with ample seating making it easy to find a quiet corner amongst the other guests. The staff was perfectly friendly and the property is well taken care of. Room 8 had two bedrooms and 1.5 baths and was extremely comfortable with plenty of space for the four people in our party. The products in the bathroom were very luxurious and every space felt very clean. Blind Tiger's modern, artistic transformation of this beautiful mansion is simply stunning and this is easily the most interesting hotel I've ever stayed at.

    My only wish is that I could have stayed longer. Most days were cloudy and a little wet so didn't get to enjoy the beautiful garden like I wanted to but got to sit for coffee outside the first morning, which was nice. Wanted to sit in every part of the lounge area even though I had my own sitting area in my room. They have huge rooms that are bigger than most NYC studio apts. I had champagne and a goody bad of chocolate and VT maple syrup. There was even a huge umbrella in my room for use while I stayed that I don't even get in most 4-5 star hotels during my travels. Love the coffee/tea bar that is available for guests all day which includes treats like chips and cookies. Breakfast is set up so cute and I loved their mango habanero jam. I had that for 2 mornings and bought a few at the VT country store before my drive back home to NJ. Staff was so pleasant and welcoming. They were available for anything you need. Even text you before they leave for the night to make sure you have everything you need before they head out until they arrive again early morning. Great location and convenient to everything. I would stay here every time I visit, which is often. Highly recommended.

    Breakfast
    Michelle O.

    Stayed here with another couple while on an anniversary, fall leaves trip. Great location and unique and pleasant place to stay. Had everything we could possibly want and need except maybe a tv to watch college football...but plenty of spots for that in town. Very quiet and peaceful place and employees were Knowledgeable about the area and very helpful but left you alone. Decor is very eclectic and at first I thought it was strange, but it grew in me. Grounds are spacious and beautiful. Breakfast bar was the best and had a ton of yummy choices. Coffee was excellent...and they have snacks and treats available all of the time. Not sure if it because I had just been in Salem or because it was Halloween season, but felt kind of spooky being there in such a quiet, old place. Plenty of open spots to sit and relax or visit with other guests. Close to beach and downtown. We would definitely visit again.

    Anniversary weekend in Vermont and our first time staying at a bed and breakfast. It was everything we imagined! Our room included a gas fireplace which we enjoyed each night. The breakfast spread was delicious each morning and included tastes of Vermont. This historic building is beautifully well kept and the staff was more than helpful. I really loved the fresh baked cookies and the afternoon team and coffee in the dining room. They also had a small fridge for the guest to use and a wine fridge to store your bottles! We'll definitely be back.

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    Ash M.

    We have been going to the Willard St. Inn for years. We were so impressed with how they adapted to make guests feel safe during COVID-19. They took extra care to have individual breakfast baskets, a texting service, masks worn in the premises and sanitizers while still providing the same great service s and the best breakfasts in Vermont (which now you can carry out and enjoy in their beautiful garden).

    Fresh baked chocolate chip cookies delivered daily.
    Krysten Z.

    Fantastic. Adorable. Cozy. Historic. Beautiful. Grand. Personalized. These are just some of the words I would use to describe the Inn and our stay there. Literally from the moment we walked into the entrance we were treated warmly and as if we were old friends of the family. I had told them it was our anniversary and we were greeted in our room by a hand written note and some complimentary chocolates. The room was cleaned daily. The breakfast was not my preference but was perfectly prepared and a nice portion as well as balanced. The inn keeper gave suggestions on where to eat lunch and was open to answering all the questions I had. They had no shortage of area information from restaurants to attractions to religious establishments and even suggested road trip routes in all directions. It was an amazing experience and anyone should have a lovely time staying here.

    scrumptious waffles with backyard blackberries
    Eugene K.

    Burlington, VT....why do you have to have so many wonderful things, yet be 500 miles away? One of them being this amazing inn...it's a retreat within a retreat (the second being the city of Burlington itself...and don't worry, there aren't any additional Inception-like levels to worry about...just the two)... First of all, this place is gorgeous inside and out...a Victorian mansion with pretty rooms and cozy and charming sitting areas- both inside and outside on the deck. I stayed here for one night right before the 4th of July weekend while waiting for a friend to pick me up and it was definitely a highlight of my time in Vermont. I wish I could have stayed longer! When I first got to the inn, I was too early for check-in, so left my bags with the staff while I checked out some local sites.... when I got back...Mandy had graciously put them in my room...where a snack plate with a chocolate chip cookie, dried cranberries, and local chocolate was waiting- a really nice touch! My bedroom (Periwinkle) was comfortable and cute, had a spotless bathroom, and free wifi. What's more...it's a green certified B&B! (You get all the pleasure of being pampered, with half the guilt!) In the afternoon, there were tangerines and fresh baked cookies (which were good) available, and coffee/tea were available at all hours. The breakfasts deserve their own paragraph...those were some of the best waffles I've ever had!....with a side of ham, whipped butter and fruit...even blackberries from the inn's backyard garden! (see photo) You got to pick from 3 daily selections- all of them gourmet...and to enjoy them in their solarium...(*sigh* ....of nostalgia but also of that full and contented feeling right after breakfast)...I wanted to stick around and read after breakfast, either in the peaceful solarium or on their also peaceful deck...but the rest of Burlington was calling... Just before checking out, I checked out the beautiful backyard (note: a prime journaling and reading spot)...and after I stopped kicking myself for not having checked it out sooner...met the owners Katie and Larry Davis who were working in the garden and backyard with their son Jordan...their daughter Carrie, it turns out, manages the inn- a great family! Very warm and friendly...and the garden is great too...the inn's kitchen regularly uses the bounty of the garden (which Jordan designed and built)...be sure to check it out! And speaking of things to check out: the inn is really close to downtown Burlington, with its many shops and restaurants...try American Flatbread and the Onion River Co-op market...and check with the staff about other things to do...they have really helpful maps and lists...even of other cities to try for day trips.... Ahh...such a relaxing and wonderful stay.....like going to a spa minus having to get wet...definitely my go-to place for a Burlington retreat....

    Breakfast here is the best!
    Shannon S.

    Perfect, Perfect, Perfect. It's been a long, long time since I've had a stay as pleasurable as the one night stay I had at the Willard Street Inn. The hotel is in an excellent location in Burlington, VT only a short walk away from Church Street and and minute drive. There is plenty of parking in the hotel parking lot and the only minus was that check in wasn't until 3pm--so we had to kill time until then. Fortunately, there is plenty to do on Church Street during the day and Lake Champlain is streets away. When we checked in the girl working gave us a mini tour and explained to us all of the amenities--there were restaurant books with menus inside, plenty of maps and pamplets for sightseeing around the area, plenty of rooms to sit and relax in---beautiful amenities like a working kitchen, mini fridge for patrons, bottle openers and chillers to bring to your room as well as an ice machine. She also showed us the fresh baked cookies, coffee and tea and I was really, really impressed by the warm welcome. She helped carry our things upstairs to the 3rd floor (where our room was) and we made ourself at home. We had a private bathroom, self-controlled air conditioning unit a small tv as well as fresh baked cookies in room, Lake Champlain Chocolates and a free B&B Guidebook. We relaxed, the bed was SO comfortable and the inn was quiet. We had visited the Magic Hat factory that day so we took advantage of the ice and the chiller as well as the bottle opener! That night we planned on drinking on Church Street so we walked there. CUTE neighborhood--5-7 minute walk mostly downhill--and we arrived back around 12am to a quiet house and those fantastic cookies! (The walk back was easy and safe too, though mostly UPHILL when you get close to the Inn, but it made for an excitingly funny drunken adventure!) The next morning we woke up after a PERFECT nights sleep in our super comfy bed. We had signed up for the 9:00am breakfast so we went downstairs and had the best service while overlooking the backyard. The food was fantastic--great waffles with carmelized banannas on top and fresh, hot coffee. I'm only sad we stayed for 1 day only because it was completely romantic, calm and a great Burlington Experience! You MUST stay here.

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    Fa R.

    What a lovely b&b. Beautiful house, nice staff, causy rooms. A little pricey for canadians when the exchange is not good but worth it. We paid 283$ CA (209$ US) for one night, breakfast included of course. The breakfast is good and you have three options. It was on december 27th so of course prices are higher at that period. I saw on the website that you get 25$ off if you book 2 nights and more. Nice place!

    The Conservatory - comfy king bed with high ceilings that made this room feel so spacious!
    Ashley M.

    We spent 4 nights in this beautiful mansion that felt like our home away from home! We have stayed in many B&B's and were truly impressed with our stay at the Willard Street Inn. We stayed in The Conservatory, which is right on the main floor of the inn. I was worried it wouldn't feel private, but it was perfectly quiet and comfortable (we especially liked how close we were to the dining room to grab fresh baked cookies each night!) The breakfast room is beautiful, full of windows, and overlooks the spacious backyard. We loved that there was a sweet and savory breakfast choice each morning (although sometimes it was so hard to choose!) 5 stars for a truly beautiful bed and breakfast with friendly and helpful employees! This was the perfect place to stay on our awesome vacation in Burlington!

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    Although we travel to Vermont every few years, this was our first stay here at the Willard Street Inn.

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    Howard Street Guest House - Living area of the upstairs suite.

    Howard Street Guest House

    (3 reviews)

    My husband and I had a wonderful 3 day stay here while visiting Burlington over the Thanksgiving…read moreweekend. Andrea, the proprietor, keeps the carriage house and the grounds to the property very tastefully appointed. While the carriage house is located right in the heart of this small, college-friendly city, Howard St. is a very quiet residental venue and is situated in a very nice part of town. The location was actually very convenient. Just about a mile from the heart of the little bustling down-town area, the mile long walk each waty was a great way to get exercise and to experience the sights on foot. The carriage/guest house itself is very clean, neat, orderly and comfortably decorated. To our delight, we even found fresh milk and OJ in the mini-fridge, which was very thoughtful. A cupboard also offers complimentary fresh cereals, teas, hot chocolate and coffee for use by any guest. There were PLENTY of freshly laundered linens available, also. The ONLY amenity which could use a little upgrading (but its not a big deal) is the television (old tube style) and the VCR would be better replaced by a modern DVD player. (VHS- what's that?) Free Wi-Fi is supplied by the proprietor, which is a very convenient amenity by today's standards. We will definitely be back for a second visit!

    I'm a fan because its convenient to Burlington, very clean and spacious, and has great warm colors…read morethroughout the studio. They do not serve breakfast as it is a 2 floor guesthouse, a studio on each floor, but it is a very nice place. They do have coffee, tea, cereal, milk, and orange juice kept in the kitchenette area with wine glasses, flatware, etc. It was $366 total for two nights, a bit expensive, but I guess you get a better comfortable deal all in one, so why not! The upstairs studio, where we stayed, can accomodate up to four people (2 on bed, one on additional bed, and one on the couch). It is definitely a good share, or for a couple away from home. *Btw, beware of the toilet bowl... it did clog up.

    The Essex Resort & Spa

    The Essex Resort & Spa

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    I recently stayed here for a wedding, and while the event itself was wonderful, the property really…read morefell short of expectations. This place has great potential, but right now it feels like it's trying to be something it's not. It markets itself as a spa and a "culinary experience" (given its history as a former culinary school), but neither really delivers. The hotel itself feels dated and a bit cheap. The carpet tiles throughout give it a very worn, patchwork feel, and the rooms just aren't comfortable. My bed was honestly one of the most uncomfortable I've experienced in a hotel, and the pillows weren't much better. The rooms were also noisy, which didn't help the overall stay. (I will say--the sheets were surprisingly soft, one of the few highlights.) As for the "culinary experience"--the food was fine, better than average, but nowhere near what you'd expect from a place branding itself that way. Hanging photos of vegetables everywhere doesn't make it a culinary destination. That said, with the right investment, this could be a beautiful property again. The setting and bones are there--it just needs serious attention and upgrades. I wouldn't choose to stay here again unless I had to, but the wedding itself was fantastic.

    We stayed at the Essex in February and unfortunately had a very poor experience. We were placed at…read morethe end of a hallway where outside doors slammed all night, the room was dirty, small to the point where you almost tripped over the bed to enter the room and the heating system was noisy. We asked to change rooms, but the hotel was sold out. After we returned home, the manager kindly reached out and offered two complimentary nights, which we appreciated. I've stayed at the Essex for years and have always loved the rooms, spa, and restaurants--especially the comfortable beds (which are no longer there)--so we returned this past weekend hoping for a better stay. Unfortunately, from the moment check-in began, things went downhill. We were unable to check in online despite multiple attempts during our four-hour drive. We were assigned room 303, which was quieter and more spacious, but it came with many issues. Both outlets by the bed were broken, our shower never got hot despite running it for an extended time, and we found trash left in the room along with several ladybugs and spiders. Maintenance came and said the shower eventually reached temperature, but it never felt warm enough for a comfortable shower. They also said the outlets wouldn't be fixed until after we checked out. My husband spoke with the front desk the next morning, but nothing was addressed when we returned that evening, and there was no offer to move our room. We were told that because our stay was complimentary, nothing could be done--though the only reason it was free was because of our previous bad experience. We weren't looking for compensation, just a comfortable stay: working outlets, a hot shower, and a chance to relax. Even a simple room change would have made a big difference. We also chose not to dine at the restaurants this time, as our last visit showed a decline in food quality and fewer vegan/vegetarian options than before. This was once my favorite place to stay in Vermont, and I recommended it often. Sadly, after two disappointing visits, it's clear the Essex needs significant improvements to return to what it once was.

    Best Western Plus Windjammer Inn & Conference Center

    Best Western Plus Windjammer Inn & Conference Center

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    My first stay at a Best Western--and definitely my last. From the moment I walked in, the hotel…read moresmelled of mold, and it only got worse inside the room, mainly coming from the AC. The AC was unbearably loud at night, like a tractor, so I decided to check the filters myself--and I was horrified. Both filters were caked in thick dust, clearly not cleaned for years! It was disgusting. I washed them in the bathtub, which clogged from the enormous amount of dust, yet the foul smell didn't improve at all. I ended up opening the window, only to be woken multiple times by the noise from the parking lot, the street, and the humid air outside. Sleeping there was a nightmare. I strongly warn anyone considering this hotel--avoid it at all costs.

    We booked a ADA room and the room was adequate. The beds were lower and there was no carpeting on…read morethe floor. Perfect for wheelchair or someone with balance issues. As I'm waiting on a knee replacement and using a cane this type of room for me is the best The bathroom was set up perfectly with a large seat in the shower, higher toilets and grab bars in the shower and toilet. The room itself was not large therefore turning a wheelchair around could be difficult. There was a small table with 2 chairs. Both chairs had arms which would not work for someone wanting to slide from their wheelchair into a chair. My other issue was when we checked in they should have told us that there was another entrance closer to our room. We ended up walking the entire length of the hotel to find our room. Which was next to an entrance. Also the breakfast room was downstairs. There is an elevator which takes you to the lower floor. The breakfast room is a the opposite end. Overall the hotel staff was courteous and the room was clean.

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