The Inn at Montpelier | Montpelier, VT, Hotels & Inns
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It may be the smallest capital city in the United States (population 7,535), but Montpelier, VT, shines as brightly as the gold dome of the State House against its backdrop of wooded hills. In Montpelier’s downtown — the heart of the largest urban historic district in Vermont — you’ll find a well-preserved collection of buildings from mid-1800s to the mid-1900s, many of which are now home to thriving local retail shops and eateries. Institutions such as the Vermont College of Fine Arts and the Vermont History Museum add their own flavor to the city mix, while a trio of green spaces (Hubbard Park, North Branch River Park, and Mill Pond Park) offer the chance to connect with nature. Ready to start exploring the Capital City? Our guide to Montpelier, VT, hotels and inns will get you started.
WHERE TO STAY IN MONTPELIER, VT | HOTELS & INNS
The Inn at Montpelier | Montpelier, VT, Hotels & Inns Photo Credit : Courtesy of the Inn at Montpelier
Opened in 1988, the Inn at Montpelier spans two Main Street buildings with almost 400 years of history between them and which retain the stately air of a bygone era. Outside, there’s a graceful verandah; inside, hardwood floors and plenty of ye olde architectural details. The 19 guest rooms range from cozy standard rooms (queen beds) to deluxe rooms (queen or king), the biggest of which comes with a large private deck overlooking the grounds. A continental breakfast is included — as are tasty snacking options like fresh-baked cookies. Named a 2016 Yankee Editors’ Pick for “Best Capital Lodging.”
Capitol Plaza Hotel & Conference Center | Montpelier, VT, Hotels & Inns Photo Credit : Courtesy of Capitol Plaza Hotel & Conference Center
Offering the convenience of a chain hotel with the more personal feel of a family-owned business, the Capitol Plaza is situated in a 1930s building right across from the Capitol Theatre and a stone’s throw from the State House. While most of its 65 guest rooms are simply but comfortably furnished, if you book a luxury suite you might also enjoy such amenities as a granite-topped wet bar, a crystal chandelier, and a Jacuzzi tub.
High Hill Inn | Montpelier, VT, Hotels & Inns Photo Credit : Courtesy of High Hill Inn
Just three miles from downtown Montpelier is this serene getaway, perched amid almost 50 acres of meadows and forest. From the inn’s high vantage point, the uninterrupted views extend in every direction; in the immediate landscape, the property’s horses, chickens, and goats add a lively note. Breakfast here is not to be missed: It’s fresh-cooked, organic, and as locally sourced as possible. Plus, the innkeepers are happy to cater to vegan, gluten-free, and other dietary needs.
The Old Stagecoach Inn (Waterbury) | Montpelier, VT, Hotels & Inns Photo Credit : Courtesy of the Old Stagecoach Inn
About 20 minutes up the road, in Waterbury, is where you’ll find a true Vermont classic. The Old Stagecoach Inn may be the former residence of a 19th-century manufacturing tycoon, but there’s no residual snootiness to be found in its cheerily decorated guest rooms or its welcoming parlor. Choose from accommodations in the main house, the carriage house, or — for the ultimate in peace and quiet — a unique off-site cabin, which is tucked away in the woods about 15 minutes from the inn, and which comes with terrific views, a massive fieldstone fireplace, and easy access to the Camel’s Hump trailhead. Named at 2014 Yankee Editors’ Pick for “Best Historic Hostelry.”
Lareau Farm Inn (Waitsfield) | Montpelier, VT, Hotels & Inns Photo Credit : Courtesy of Lareau Farm Inn
Another great option for Montpelier visitors who don’t mind a little drive is Lareau Farm Inn in Waitsfield, about half a hour away from the Capital City. Among its charms: a lovely rural setting, the rushing Mad River, and an on-site location of the hugely popular American Flatbread bakery and restaurant (the inn’s owner is American Flatbread founder George Schenk, just in case you’re wondering). The rooms are country-cozy and priced well within reach of most budgets. Named a 2010 Yankee Editors’ Pick for “Best Bargain: Low-Cost Comfort.”
Maplecroft Bed & Breakfast (Barre) | Montpelier, VT, Hotels & Inns Photo Credit : Courtesy of Maplecroft Bed & Breakfast
A bit south of Montpelier, in Barre, fans of gingerbread trim, sumptuous wallpaper, soaring ceilings, and other hallmarks of the Victorian aesthetic will be in their element at Maplecroft Bed & Breakfast. (And yes, that’s a “castle” tower rising above the wraparound porch — and yes, you can book a stay in it.) There are three guest rooms and two suites in this 1887 beauty, as well as a spacious parlor with fireplace; a full gourmet breakfast is served in the gracious dining room.
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