The 125-room Hotel Vermont is an upper-middle-range property with a boutique, rustic ski lodge feel located within a brief walk to Lake Champlain and downtown Burlington attractions along Church Street. This hotel offers a distinctive, contemporary style with lots of natural wood and stone in both rooms and public spaces. The stylish rooms have a contemporary, minimal aesthetic with platform beds, carpets in modern patterns, and upscale bathrooms with sleek walk-in showers. Attractive on-site features include a nice fitness center with a yoga studio and massage treatment room, and chic restaurant and bar, plus local art throughout. Rates are on the high side though, and some guests find the minimalist room decor a bit disappointing. For a traditional chain hotel with attractive amenities and often better rates, consider the adjacent Courtyard by Marriott Burlington Harbor.
The 125-room Hotel Vermont is an upper-middle-range property with a boutique, rustic ski lodge feel located within a brief walk to Lake Champlain and downtown Burlington attractions along Church Street. This hotel offers a distinctive, contemporary style with lots of natural wood and stone in both rooms and public spaces. The stylish rooms have a contemporary, minimal aesthetic with platform beds, carpets in modern patterns, and upscale bathrooms with sleek walk-in showers. Attractive on-site features include a nice fitness center with a yoga studio and massage treatment room, and chic restaurant and bar, plus local art throughout. Rates are on the high side though, and some guests find the minimalist room decor a bit disappointing. For a traditional chain hotel with attractive amenities and often better rates, consider the adjacent Courtyard by Marriott Burlington Harbor.
The 258-room upper-middle-range Hilton Burlington-Lake Champlain is a family- and business-friendly hotel with an enviable location right across the street from Lake Champlain. The shops and restaurants of Church Street Marketplace are also just two blocks away. Guest rooms are clean and spacious, with predictably homey decor and small bathrooms. Flat-screen TVs and coffeemakers come standard. The indoor pool and pet-friendly amenities are an added bonus. The hotel offers standard Hilton amenities with no surprises -- including a lodge-style restaurant that serves a breakfast that's not included with room rates -- but the stunning lake and mountain views give it an edge over the nearby Hilton Garden Inn, though rates there will be cheaper.
The 258-room upper-middle-range Hilton Burlington-Lake Champlain is a family- and business-friendly hotel with an enviable location right across the street from Lake Champlain. The shops and restaurants of Church Street Marketplace are also just two blocks away. Guest rooms are clean and spacious, with predictably homey decor and small bathrooms. Flat-screen TVs and coffeemakers come standard. The indoor pool and pet-friendly amenities are an added bonus. The hotel offers standard Hilton amenities with no surprises -- including a lodge-style restaurant that serves a breakfast that's not included with room rates -- but the stunning lake and mountain views give it an edge over the nearby Hilton Garden Inn, though rates there will be cheaper.
The 309-room upper-middle-range Sheraton Burlington Hotel is the largest conference facility in the area, and attracts large groups, business travelers, families, and visitors to the University of Vermont, which is a 10-minute walk away. There's a lot to like about this property, and the lovely interiors -- a twist on mountain lodges -- put it a step above many Sheraton outposts. Add to that the large, light-flooded indoor pool and free shuttle to popular area destinations, and this hotel is far above other chain options in the area. Guest rooms are spacious, clean, and elegant, with super-comfortable beds and large, modern bathrooms. Those wanting to be closer to Lake Champlain and downtown should consider the Hilton Burlington -- it's cheaper, but far less charming.
The 309-room upper-middle-range Sheraton Burlington Hotel is the largest conference facility in the area, and attracts large groups, business travelers, families, and visitors to the University of Vermont, which is a 10-minute walk away. There's a lot to like about this property, and the lovely interiors -- a twist on mountain lodges -- put it a step above many Sheraton outposts. Add to that the large, light-flooded indoor pool and free shuttle to popular area destinations, and this hotel is far above other chain options in the area. Guest rooms are spacious, clean, and elegant, with super-comfortable beds and large, modern bathrooms. Those wanting to be closer to Lake Champlain and downtown should consider the Hilton Burlington -- it's cheaper, but far less charming.
The BEST WESTERN PLUS Windjammer Inn & Conference Center is an older hotel that distinguishes itself with a popular local restaurant and bar, along with indoor and outdoor pools. The 158 guest rooms have conveniences like microwaves and mini-fridges, and they have managed to keep pace with its three-pearl rating, but soundproofing issues and a slightly dated look are notable downsides. Rates are usually comparable across the road at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Burlington, which has more modern rooms, but also smaller flat-screen TVs.
The BEST WESTERN PLUS Windjammer Inn & Conference Center is an older hotel that distinguishes itself with a popular local restaurant and bar, along with indoor and outdoor pools. The 158 guest rooms have conveniences like microwaves and mini-fridges, and they have managed to keep pace with its three-pearl rating, but soundproofing issues and a slightly dated look are notable downsides. Rates are usually comparable across the road at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Burlington, which has more modern rooms, but also smaller flat-screen TVs.
Nestled among the Green Mountains in the Northeast Kingdom, the mid-range Jay Peak Resort is a self-contained, all-seasons complex with a wide array of family-friendly features. Accommodation options range from hotel rooms to multi-room suites and spacious ski-in/ski-out condos with full kitchens, all featuring flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, and air-conditioning. The indoor water park is a definite highlight -- complete with waterslides, wave pools, and indoor and outdoor whirlpools -- as are the ice skating rink and the arcade. Though it is probably better suited to families, the resort also draws couples and business travelers with a large conference center, spa, gym, and fun year-round events, such as music shows and brew festivals. Travelers wanting to be closer to Stowe should consider Stoweflake Mountain Resort & Spa.
Nestled among the Green Mountains in the Northeast Kingdom, the mid-range Jay Peak Resort is a self-contained, all-seasons complex with a wide array of family-friendly features. Accommodation options range from hotel rooms to multi-room suites and spacious ski-in/ski-out condos with full kitchens, all featuring flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, and air-conditioning. The indoor water park is a definite highlight -- complete with waterslides, wave pools, and indoor and outdoor whirlpools -- as are the ice skating rink and the arcade. Though it is probably better suited to families, the resort also draws couples and business travelers with a large conference center, spa, gym, and fun year-round events, such as music shows and brew festivals. Travelers wanting to be closer to Stowe should consider Stoweflake Mountain Resort & Spa.
