I just got back from a long road trip and this was the highlight of our trip. I'll try and be quick…read moreand to the point but there's a lot to say about the Kimpton Taconic. I'm gonna share these thoughts in no particular order. The hotel is incredibly dog friendly. That really stuck out.They're human friendly as well, but they are especially dog friendly. My impression of the hotel is that the Kimpton brand is so incredibly good at bringing outdated into today and still keeping the classic or historic elements in place. You can see that here through some of the photos I shared. Feel free to grab a bike or a scooter from the front and take a ride around town or around the property. If you brought your dog, grab a stick from the dog stick library and if you need to sit down and have a drink, every evening at five there's a Social hour where you can meet your neighbors and play some checkers over a glass of complementary wine or beer. There's usually some sort of snack involved and plenty of activities inside or out. The entire staff is friendly and genuinely helpful. It might be an act, but it looks like they enjoyed being there. I would highly recommend staying here if you're in the area. Here's a couple more notes. They have activities from bocce ball to a swimming pool, and the library is full of activities for people of all ages. Don't forget to grab a complementary cup of coffee in the morning on your way out for the day. The property and the rooms were always clean and the AC works like a charm.

We loved staying at the Kimpton Taconic Hotel for our fall trip to Vermont. The rooms were well…read moreappointed and comfortable! It is a very dog friendly property, so if you aren't thrilled to see a dog in your hotel I'd stay somewhere else. We also booked as part of a sale on Travel Zoo and got the rooms for a great price. Manchester is well located to restaurants and outlet shopping. We also drove to see some cute towns and sites nearby. I would totally stay here again.

This is not your average Hampton Inn, being as it sits in the heart of bucolic and beautiful…read moreManchester, Vermont. First impressions mean a lot, and ours were favorable: Handsome and well-tended grounds and a warm welcome at the reception desk. Our king studio suite was ample and spacious, though the layout is a little awkward. The bathroom seemed newly refreshed, with barn sliding doors and a large walk-in shower. The buffet breakfast had all the greatest hits one would expect (waffle bar, oatmeal, eggs/sausage/hash browns, fresh fruit, yogurt, toast/bagels/pastries) and plenty of hot beverages and juice. Though Manchester has an abundance of inns and B&Bs, if those are either fully booked or out of your price-range, you won't go wrong by booking a room at this Hampton outpost.

Great location, very clean rooms, quiet, friendly staff, breakfast opens nice and early (6am)…read more Solid thumbs up.

We stayed here in June 2026 for two nights. In arrival, the innkeeper greeted us and gave a…read morefriendly tour as well as several recommendations for dinner. Our room was great, comfortable, spotless and at the perfect temperature. Breakfast foods and service were very nice with little extras like Vermont's cheddar cheese on the eggs and local sourdough bread. The Inn is amazing for its views of the mountains and the quaintness of the town of Manchester.

Absolutely fantastic experience. My wife and I love this place and look forward to coming back!…read moreThank you so much for a wonderful getaway.

I just wish we could give the Barnstead Inn 6 stars!!!…read more My husband and I stayed for a weekend while we were in town for a wedding. The Inn consists of a historical home built in 1830 and 2 outbuildings- one with guest rooms the other serving as the office, serving/common area and lounge, they also have a little gift area and local recommendations for restaurants and activities posted. We were greeted warmly and all the amenities of the inn were clearly explained. The room was great - renovated and decorated beautifully. The rustic charm and thoughtful designer touches created a really relaxing and cozy space. The room was spotless with comfortable bedding, large oversized shower, and good lighting that helped to make the space perfect. The grounds have a pool (closed due to the season), several gas fire-pit conversation areas, a brick oven pizza restaurant and a pond. They serve breakfast daily and had snacks/coffee/tea/etc available all day. The lounge is well stocked with some great whiskey and they had seasonal drink specials. Our absolutely favorite part of the stay however was meeting and getting to know the inn keepers, Andrea and Pete and family. What started as a quick stop for a drink before turning in, became an evening of stories, laughs and new friends. We simply can not recommend Barnstead Inn enough.....if you choose not to stay here next time you're in Manchester it is your loss!

We had a wonderful stay in the Hildene suite for our 32nd wedding anniversary. We stayed three…read morenights and so enjoyed our time. There was a fire each night in the fire pit; we were greeted by both Lucky and King during our stay; the breakfast was wonderful; and you are within blocks (walking distance) of the quaint little Manchester Village Center with cute shops. We were also only 30 minutes from both Vermont Country Stores. We would not hesitate to stay again. What an incredible place and staff!

We had a great quick one night escape. When it says "View" it means it. Spectacular views in…read moreevery direction. Staff were welcoming and helpful, breakfast was perfect mix of thoughtful choices. We were blown away by the renovations, modern and thoughtful, but maintains a VT sense of warmth.

Our stay here was good. It's a nicely renovated motel close to town with friendly staff. For a…read morelower price than a standard hotel room at the Hampton Inn, we had a spacious two room suite with two bathrooms! Continental breakfast is included. You fill out a slip with your selections the night before and drop it in the box by the breakfast room, then go there to pick it up the next morning. The motel is high on a hill with lovely views of the turning foliage. Be warned, if you are approaching the motel from the East, there is no sign facing that direction. It was hard to find in the dark.

They upgraded us for free to a better suite right on check in! Our room was spotless, and had a…read moregreat view of the mountains. Would definitely stay here again and recommend to everyone. The hot tub was hot, and relaxing. It's in a different building than we were staying in but we didn't mind that. Amenities also included a pool, fitness room, and there's free breakfast!!

Stayed here last night while meeting friends in Manchester, we used to live locally…read more Room was just ok, very outdated and had some cleanliness issues, hair in the tub and sink, several bulbs out in room, other items not working. They supplied a coffee maker, but no coffee cups?? Check in was easy and staff friendly. We wouldn't stay here again.

Not crazy about their new keyless entry system. There is usually no one at reception and the…read morebreakfast offered is minimal at best but adequate. The beds are comfortable and there are plenty of towels and soaps. If you need more there is a supply in the reception area for the taking. The room is clean and the rates are fair.

One night stay at the Aspen at Manchester while on a ski trip. The Aspen looks like a typical…read moreVermont motel; a row of single story rooms next to parking areas, but they manage to have upgraded most of the experience. The check-in was easy and friendly. The lobby area is very nice and also has a nice breakfast set up. The room was very roomy, clean, warm and comfortable. There is a sitting area, desk, closet and plenty of storage. The bed was especially nice. I loved the shower with the large rain head, very relaxing. The TV has plenty of channels and is set up for easy watching. I got a great price on the Aspen and was very happy with my stay. It looks like there are plenty of extras during the summer and I would definitely recommend a stay here.

My husband and I have stayed in many beautiful estates. However, the Wilburton Inn we visited last…read moremonth was by far the best. The Inn features amazing mountain views and huge romantic garden grounds to explore. Sunsets on the estate's large wraparound porch were breathtaking. Our room featured a four-poster king bed, lovely period antiques, a fireplace, and a breathtaking view. The gracious, welcoming ambiance made us feel we had traveled back in time. Family members who own the estate are on site to manage visitors' experience from start to finish. Melissa ensured every aspect of our time at the Inn was magical. She shared all the special things to do in Manchester, fine dining, historical areas, shopping, and hiking. By the time we departed, we wished we had booked a longer stay. We will certainly return soon! It was delightful to find a family-run estate that delivered on its promise of excellence and even exceeded our expectations. Carolyn E

Great experience! Very eclectic, unconventional. Breathtaking mountain views…read more My family rented two vacation houses at the Wilburton for our large extended family of 25 -- I knew very little about the property before we arrived, so we were taken aback by the sprawling turn-of-the-century mansion and spectacular mountain views as we drove up the driveway. We absolutely never expected the art installations across the grounds -- including 18 x 26-foot Egyptian statues! The art and decor were eclectic and unexpected, and I found them very intriguing. It's definitely not your traditional resort, but that's what we liked about it. And the statues made for an amazing night with smores by the fire pit! The Reunion House was spacious -- we particularly enjoyed the living room, as it gave us enough room to comfortably host the other half of our family (about 25 of us) for a casual birthday party. There was plenty of seating with cozy leather sectionals and two large dining tables that seated about 8-10 people each. My daughter loved playing the piano in the living room, and the rooms downstairs with the daybeds were a great place for the kids to hang out and watch TV together. (The galley kitchen is a little small, but we were aware of this ahead of time because it was mentioned on their website.) We were there during a massive heat wave and all the air conditioners worked very well and kept us cool. Our kids loved the volley ball/badminton area steps away from our house. The outdoor pool is beautiful and it was so wonderful to be able to gather there easily with our whole family. The innkeepers were friendly and helpful. And we enjoyed looking around the mansion as well. There was so much do to in nearby Manchester -- great restaurants and shops, the bookstore is fantastic. We also enjoyed the ropes course and alpine slide at Bromley Mountain. We can't wait to return next year -- we'll be staying at one of the other properties even closer to my extended family's rental house and I'm so excited for its private balconies, jacuzzi tubs, and even more beautiful mountain views!

Such an adorable inn in the Manchester area. I ended up booking this place bc the hotel my friends…read morewere staying in was like $800 a night versus the $200 something here. Honestly, this place was waaaay nicer too, in my opinion. My room was large, even if somewhat outdated, but God, the view of the forest from the room's large windows was unbelievable. I was mesmerized watching the falling leaves from the trees. There was a lounge area on the first floor with a coffee bar, seating, games, etc. I wish the fireplace was going, but my girlfriends and I split a bottle of wine and hung out for a few hours. Awesome inn that I would definitely stay at again.

Very clean. Nice pool. Owner was accommodating. Would recommend! I think the value is there…read morecompared to similar places in the area.

The old man and I stayed here for 2 weeks scoping out southern VT. We had a cool room that is set…read moreaside for us pups. There was even a water bowl waiting when we got there. They have outside chair by the pond and outdoor seating next to the restaurant so my hooman and I could hang out together This place was super nice and very welcoming to us good doggos and the staff was really great. They got to know me and brought me ice cookies 4 paws up

Charming is the only word to describe The Reluctant Panther Inn. My husband and I met Robert upon…read morecheck in who was kind and resourceful. Having being shown to our room was a lovely touch to the hospitality that radiated throughout the property. We stayed in a little suite equipped with an electric fireplace and sitting room, comfortable bedding and old-world decor. The hand-delivered breakfast was the star of the show. Every day before 7 pm, you fill out a form of what you would like for breakfast the next morning. You select your favorite and a time window for delivery. They put all the items in a legitimate picnic basket, it was a differentiator my husband and I have never seen, and we are relatively well-traveled. I would whole heartedly suggest this hotel for your stay in Manchester. A true New England gem tucked away with privacy and understated elegance. Thank you for the great visit!