The 200-room upper-middle-range Killington Grand Resort offers modern rooms right at the foot of Killington Ski Resort. Many rooms have fireplaces and multi-room apartments with full kitchens make this a great choice for families. The hotel has an almost limitless list of outdoor activities on offer year-round, as well as a heated indoor-outdoor pool, hot tub, and on-site spa. Walls are thin, making noise from neighboring rooms an issue. Guests looking for a more intimate property in Killington should try Greenbrier Inn, a quaint hotel that serves a great free breakfast at a slightly lower price point.

The Trailside Inn is a bit of a contradiction, in a good way. It looks (and smells) brand spanking new, with gorgeous pine wood floors throughout and new furniture. Yet there's still a rustic, lodge-like vibe here -- there are no TVs in the rooms, and the surroundings are, in a word, tranquil. It lacks the quirkiness of a B&B (which some will appreciate), and instead favors a cleaner, less cluttered look. It's a good choice for couples looking for some alone time in a secluded setting.