First time staying at a Home2 suites and overall I had a good experience. Located behind the…read moreHealthy Living grocery store, it has sufficient parking and it is not too tall, but very long. The front desk staff is friendly and helpful. Room itself is spacious and comfortably holds five people. One feature I like is that there is ample counter space and built in drawers to store your stuff. They are known for their breakfast sandwiches (you make your own) and their local yogurt. I appreciate that there is watermelon water as an option to drink.

We had a nice stay at this hotel. Our room was comfortable except for the noisy air conditioning…read moreunit and slow drain in the bathroom sink. The water pressure in the shower was a little low as well. The bed was also comfortable but the bedding seemed like odds and ends that were thrown together. The soft towels were nice and we enjoyed the breakfast choices. They have 2 Peloton bikes but they were offline.

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.

Clean, comfy room, friendly staff and convenient location. No complaints about this place, except…read morethe breakfast was actually a bagel bar. I would have preferred a protein breakfast over carbs

Great stay! First, guess at this new hotel would recommend highly! Front desk check in super…read morefriendly. Great for business travelers

We showed up with 2 children and were received pleasantly. Room was clean and breakfast was…read moreawesome. Great place friendly staff

Good rates I planned to stay here upon arrival and right…read morebefore leaving Burlington. The first night was good. The gym was a decent size. When I arrived for my 2nd night, I was told that my reservation was being transferred to another hotel in the area. The front desk told me they emailed me. I'm not sure why they would email vs. call me. After driving for several hours, I found this to be a little frustrating. Lighting in parking lot could be improved. It's very easy to miss the turn into the lot.

Visiting Grand Isle and flying out of BTV, I used 41,000 Marriott points to cover lodging…read more(including taxes) for one weekend night in late May 2025, staying at the Courtyard by Marriott at Burlington Williston 177 Hurricane Lane Williston, Vermont 05495 USA. The reservation could have been canceled at no charge two days before my arrival. I was greeted as a Silver Elite, and understood that with that status I was entitled to free wi-fi. A feature I am increasingly pleased with is the ability to access my Netflix account - easily accomplished here. The room may or may not have been an upgrade - I found it to be well-suited for business travel. It had ample desk space and lighting, had multiple USB ports and electric outlets, and the bed was firm and comfortable. The entire room was spotless, and to its credit (apart from two complimentary bottles of water) there was no sign of single-use plastics. The bathroom was well laid out, such that I could operate the shower controls without getting wet. There were hand washcloths and a well-positioned grab bar in the shower/tub combination. The room was on the first floor and offered a nice two-chair patio outside nestled among the tall shrubbery, allowing a private area right at the room. It took me about 10 minutes to travel from the hotel to the airport, and - as was driving a rental - I was able to fill up the gas tank within a block or so of the hotel. Check-out was seamless, and throughout the stay there were no unpleasant surprises. No disturbing noises, and if I wanted breakfast I could have paid $15 for a hot and cold buffet - not something I was interested in, but it's nice to know it was available. (BTV has an all-day breakfast counter under the name of Skinny Pancake, one located before and one after TSA's checkpoint, which offered an excellent menu of locally sourced meals.) The airport's restaurant offered a well-stocked bar and service staff that were engaging and efficient. I shopped around for the best offers in the Burlington area, making my choice about six weeks ahead of time. I've been a regular visitor to the area over the past thirty years, and it's true the rooms are more expensive than I would have expected. That said, I am fully satisfied that I got my money's worth (or my points' full value) for this brief stay.

The staff was super friendly and accommodating. The room was clean and perfect! We definitely will…read morereturn!

The minute I walked in I felt very comfortable and welcomed by the friendly and upbeat desk clerk …read more The lobby was clean and organized , the check in process was simple and easy. The room was clean and had all the amenities for a quiet night and rise to a new day. Breakfast was complimentary with a plentiful selection of nutritious foods .

This hotel was a pleasant surprise. New, clean, modern rooms. Very nice staff. Free parking. Free…read morecoffee/tea all day, free breakfast 7-10. Gym. Laundry room (fee). Books/board games. Rooms have Dove products, google chromecast, kitchen with dishwasher & full fridge (no stove), comfy bedding & a convenient layout. The shower is nice, but the water pressure is pretty low if you need to wash/condition your hair. No bugs, unlike the Airbnb I came from! Green Mountain Transit bus stop is also right across hotel and goes both to the airport and waterfront downtown if you don't have a car. Otherwise it's a 15 min drive.

There is a rest area southbound (where I stayed) and another northbound that looks like the same…read morething. This rest area is open from 7am to 7pm and when it's closed, the restrooms are also closed. Which is a bummer. But they allow overnight parking and I found a spot on the "truck" side against the building where I could use their wifi for a bit before turning in and having a very quiet night's rest. As long as you're not camping (tents, slideouts, campfires), the local authorities won't mind. [Review 18503 overall - 102 in Vermont - 2025 of 2022.]