Twin Farms — Barnard

Twin Farms opened in 2023 and is still the hottest spot in the entire state. Set on 300 acres of pristine Vermont countryside, each of the individually designed cottages blends New England style with custom furnishings and eclectic art. During the day, guests can hike, ski, or kayak, depending on the season. For the indoorsman, lying in bed, food-comatose, with the covers up to your eyes is also a worthwhile pursuit.

Edson Hill — Stowe

Edson Hill is a rustic boutique hotel on 38 acres of rolling hills and forest. Rooms are designed with a cozy, vintage-inspired aesthetic. We’re talking fireplaces, wood-beamed ceilings, and plush bedding. There’s a private tavern, hiking trails, and, of course, skiing. This is Stowe, after all.

Pitcher Inn — Warren

The Lodge at Spruce Peak — Stowe

Ski-in, ski-out hotels are the ne plus ultra for accros de gnar , and the Lodge at Spruce Peak is the best at Stowe. It has a grand, timbered look that is complemented by fireside lounges, a world-class spa, and expansive mountain views.

The Inn at Shelburne Farms — Shelburne

This one is set in a Gilded Age mansion on a 1,400-acre historic estate. Rooms are decorated with antique furniture and traditional decor and have views of Lake Champlain, while the inn’s farm-to-table restaurant serves fare made from ingredients grown on the property.

Rabbit Hill Inn — Lower Waterford

An adults-only inn sounds like a den of iniquity, but it’s really just a place for people to not be around children for a bit. This inn specializes in making grown-ups happy and is situated near hiking and biking trails, with skiing as an option in winter.

Kimpton Taconic Hotel — Manchester

Bright interiors, classic New England architecture, and lush outdoor spaces make Kimpton Taconic a crucial Manchester destination hotel. If you’re happy to risk a coronary, try the duck confit potato hash at The Copper Grouse restaurant.

The Woodstock Inn & Resort — Woodstock

This stately inn radiates classic New England style with all chic fabrics and finishes. The crowd is equal parts grand-millennials and grandmas. The spa is world-class, and the farm-to-table dining hits the spot, but the historic architecture and impeccable service are the main draws.

The Reluctant Panther Inn — Manchester

The Reluctant Panther is, without a doubt, the best name for a hotel in Vermont—and the world. With English manor-inspired rooms, it oozes old-world charm. At the hotel’s restaurant, run by Israeli chef Sigal Rocklin, go for the vegan roasted cauliflower with Beluga lentils, sage pesto, and delicata squash.

Hotel Vermont — Burlington

This spot in the ski haven of Burlington shies away from the rustic Vermont aesthetic in favor of Scandinavian minimalist interiors. It has a focus on sustainability and local artistry and is an obvious choice for the less-is-more design crowd.