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3-star hotels in Dover

This shortlist covers the 3-star hotels in Dover, Vermont, for couples, families and groups who want comfortable rooms without paying for luxury, whether they are visiting Mount Snow or exploring the Deerfield Valley.

15 hotels5 rated 4.5+1,880 guest reviews

Staying in Dover

Dover is a small town in southern Vermont's Deerfield Valley, best known as the base for Mount Snow and for outdoor recreation across the seasons: skiing and riding in winter, and hiking, golf, fishing and canoeing in warmer months. The town is rural and spread out along Route 100, so a car is useful for getting between lodges, restaurants and trailheads.

The listed hotels reflect that layout. Most sit along Route 100 or Vermont Route 100 in West Dover: The Inn at Mount Snow (401 Route 100), Deerfield Valley Inn (120 Vermont Rte 100), West Dover Inn (108 Rte 100), Gray Ghost Inn (290 Vt 100 West Dover), Layla's Riverside Lodge (145 Vt 100 West Dover), Big Bears Lodge (344 Route 100) and Doveberry Inn (284 Vermont 100). Others are on side roads or at the mountain: Deerhill Inn (14 Valley View Rd), Farm Road Estate (7 Cross Town Rd), Mount Snow Lodging by Vail Resorts and Mount Snow Condominiums (both 89 Grand Summit Way), Snow Lake Lodge (7 Snow Lake Rd West Dover), The Seasons H23 (4 Trailside Village Way #G) and Primely Located Dover Escape 1 Mi to Mt Snow (38D N Access Rd). The mix suits couples on a short break, families who want pools, kitchens or family rooms, and groups who want to be close to the slopes.

The shortlist

Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.

  1. Deerhill Inn

    ★★★4.999 reviews

    14 Valley View Rd, Dover, United States

    Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa

    • Outdoor pool
    • Spa
    • Free car parking

    Why stay hereDeerhill Inn earns a 4.9 guest rating from 99 reviews, the strongest feedback of the 3-star options here. Guests have free car parking and free wifi, a garden, and a lounge, and can book a massage or use the bike rental service. Couples and anyone planning golf, fishing or horse back riding nearby will find plenty to fill the day before returning to the fireplace and the 24 hour front desk.

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  2. The Inn at Mount Snow

    ★★★4.7120 reviews

    401 Route 100, Dover, United States

    Best for: Drivers · Breakfast

    • Car parking
    • Breakfast
    • Wheelchair accessible

    Why stay hereThe Inn at Mount Snow sits at 401 Route 100 and keeps things simple for skiers: skiing, ice skating and a shuttle service are all on hand, with free car parking and free wifi included. Breakfast is available, and the garden gives a quiet spot after a day on the slopes. A 4.7 rating from 120 reviews makes it a solid pick for winter travellers.

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  3. Mount Snow Lodging by Vail Resorts

    ★★★4.51,363 reviews

    89 Grand Summit Way, Dover, United States

    Best for: Drivers

    • Free car parking
    • Wifi

    Why stay hereMount Snow Lodging by Vail Resorts draws the largest review base of the Dover 3-star hotels, 1363 reviews and a 4.5 rating. Rooms are non smoking and come with wifi, TV and toiletries, and there is free car parking on site. It suits guests who want straightforward lodging in a well-reviewed property at 89 Grand Summit Way.

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  4. Deerfield Valley Inn

    ★★★4.847 reviews

    120 Vermont Rte 100, Dover, United States

    Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets

    • Free car parking
    • Lounge
    • Pets allowed

    Why stay hereDeerfield Valley Inn welcomes guests with pets allowed and a picnic area, alongside free car parking and free wifi on Vermont Rte 100. Canoe and fishing facilities, a garden and a golf course cover the outdoor side, while the lounge, concierge and express check in handle the rest. A 4.8 rating from 47 reviews reflects how guests rate their stay.

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  5. West Dover Inn

    ★★★4.596 reviews

    108 Rte 100, Dover, United States

    Best for: Business trips

    Why stay hereWest Dover Inn combines a restaurant, a bar and a conference room at 108 Rte 100, with a library and free internet access in the lounge for quieter hours. Non smoking rooms and a shuttle service round out the offer. It suits guests who want dining and meeting space in the same building as their room.

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  6. Farm Road Estate

    ★★★4.4155 reviews

    7 Cross Town Rd, Dover, United States

    Best for: Families · Drivers

    • Outdoor pool
    • Spa
    • Free car parking

    Why stay hereFarm Road Estate suits families and longer stays: family rooms, a kitchen and kitchenette with microwave and refrigerator, plus an outdoor pool and a spa. Guests also have free car parking and free wifi, a games room and a garden. At 4.4 from 155 reviews, it is a well-used base for lake, golf and skiing days around Dover.

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  7. Snow Lake Lodge

    ★★★

    7 Snow Lake Rd West Dover Vt 05356 Usa, Dover, United States

    Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa

    • Outdoor pool
    • Sauna
    • Free car parking

    Why stay hereSnow Lake Lodge offers an outdoor pool, a sauna and a spa, with a bar and lounge and an arcade for the evening. Rooms are non smoking with wifi, TV, refrigerator and microwave, and free car parking is provided. It is a practical choice for guests who want pool and sauna time alongside their room.

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  8. Gray Ghost Inn

    ★★★

    290 Vt 100 West Dover Vt 05356 Usa, Dover, United States

    Best for: Families · Drivers

    • Outdoor pool
    • Free car parking
    • Lounge

    Why stay hereGray Ghost Inn allows pets and provides an outdoor pool, a jacuzzi and a games room with table tennis. Skiing and a shuttle service suit winter visitors, while the garden, picnic area and lounge give space to unwind. Free car parking and free wifi are included, and family rooms are available for those travelling with children.

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  9. Layla's Riverside Lodge

    ★★★

    145 Vt 100 West Dover Vt 05356 Usa, Dover, United States

    Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa

    • Outdoor pool
    • Free car parking
    • Breakfast

    Why stay hereLayla's Riverside Lodge keeps its list short and useful: breakfast, a restaurant and an outdoor pool at 145 Vt 100, with free wifi and free car parking. Pets are allowed, and dry cleaning service and showers are on hand. It fits guests who want meals and a swim without leaving the property.

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  10. Big Bears Lodge

    ★★★

    344 Route 100, Dover, United States

    Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa

    • Outdoor pool
    • Free car parking
    • Air conditioning

    Why stay hereBig Bears Lodge works well for families, with a playground, babysitting service, games room and both an outdoor pool and a jacuzzi. Skiing is available, and free car parking and free wifi come as standard. Rooms are non smoking and come with hairdryer, toiletries and towels. Children and skiers are the obvious fit here.

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  11. Mount Snow Condominiums

    ★★★

    89 Grand Summit Way, Dover, United States

    Best for: Drivers · Step-free access

    • Free car parking
    • Wheelchair accessible

    Why stay hereMount Snow Condominiums on Grand Summit Way provides a 24 hour front desk, free car parking, luggage storage and wheelchair accessible facilities. The apartment-style setup suits guests who prefer more independence than a staffed hotel, with a reception on hand at any hour for arrivals and questions.

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  12. The Seasons H23

    ★★★

    4 Trailside Village Way #G, Dover, United States

    Best for: Pool and spa

    • Indoor pool
    • Sauna
    • Fitness Center

    Why stay hereThe Seasons H23 is set up for self-catering: a kitchen with oven, dishwasher, microwave and refrigerator, plus a washing machine and iron and board. Guests have an indoor pool, sauna, jacuzzi and fitness centre, and can ski, fish or use the games room and table tennis. It suits longer stays and families who want to cook.

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  13. Doveberry Inn

    ★★★

    284 Vermont 100, Dover, United States

    Best for: Families · Drivers

    • Free car parking
    • Lounge
    • Family rooms

    Why stay hereDoveberry Inn offers family rooms, a jacuzzi and a fireplace, with free wifi and free car parking at 284 Vermont 100. Air conditioning, a balcony and a lounge add comfort, and guests can arrange laundry service during their stay. It suits couples and small families wanting quiet rooms off the main road.

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  14. Primely Located Dover Escape 1 Mi to Mt Snow

    ★★★

    38D N Access Rd, Dover, United States

    Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa

    • Sauna
    • Parking
    • Kitchen

    Why stay herePrimely Located Dover Escape 1 Mi to Mt Snow pairs a full kitchen, with oven, dishwasher, microwave and refrigerator, with a sauna, jacuzzi and fireplace. Free wifi and parking are included, and the location at 38D N Access Rd puts guests close to skiing and fishing. It suits independent travellers and families who want their own space.

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  15. Grand Summit Hotel

    ★★★

    United States, Dover, United States

    Best for: Families · Pool and spa

    • Outdoor pool
    • Sauna
    • Fitness Center

    Why stay hereGrand Summit Hotel brings a fitness centre, games room, outdoor pool, sauna, steam room, jacuzzi and spa together in one property, with skiing on site. Family rooms, a banquet space and a 24 hour front desk are also available, and rooms are non smoking. It suits guests who want the fullest set of leisure facilities among these hotels.

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The shortlist side by side

HotelClassParkingBreakfastPool or spaPets
Deerhill Inn★★★YesYesYes–
The Inn at Mount Snow★★★YesYes––
Mount Snow Lodging by Vail Resorts★★★Yes–––
Deerfield Valley Inn★★★Yes––Yes
West Dover Inn★★★––––
Farm Road Estate★★★Yes–Yes–
Snow Lake Lodge★★★Yes–Yes–
Gray Ghost Inn★★★Yes–YesYes
Layla's Riverside Lodge★★★YesYesYesYes
Big Bears Lodge★★★Yes–Yes–
Mount Snow Condominiums★★★Yes–––
The Seasons H23★★★––Yes–
Doveberry Inn★★★Yes–––
Primely Located Dover Escape 1 Mi to Mt Snow★★★Yes–Yes–
Grand Summit Hotel★★★––Yes–

From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.

How to choose

For families

Farm Road Estate offers family rooms, a kitchen or kitchenette, an outdoor pool and a games room. Gray Ghost Inn has family rooms, an outdoor pool, a games room and table tennis. Big Bears Lodge adds a playground and babysitting service, and Doveberry Inn has family rooms with a Jacuzzi.

Farm Road Estate · Gray Ghost Inn · Big Bears Lodge · Doveberry Inn

Closest to the slopes

Mount Snow Lodging by Vail Resorts and Mount Snow Condominiums, both at 89 Grand Summit Way, put you at the mountain base. The Seasons H23 on Trailside Village Way has an indoor pool, sauna and ski access, and Primely Located Dover Escape 1 Mi to Mt Snow is on N Access Rd near the lifts.

Mount Snow Lodging by Vail Resorts · Mount Snow Condominiums · The Seasons H23 · Primely Located Dover Escape 1 Mi to Mt Snow

Top-rated picks

Deerhill Inn scores 4.9 out of 5 from 99 reviews, with a fireplace, garden, massage and free parking. Deerfield Valley Inn follows at 4.8 from 47 reviews, and The Inn at Mount Snow at 4.7 from 120 reviews, with skiing, ice skating and a shuttle service.

Deerhill Inn · Deerfield Valley Inn · The Inn at Mount Snow

Pets and longer stays

Deerfield Valley Inn, Layla's Riverside Lodge and Gray Ghost Inn all allow pets. The Seasons H23, with a kitchen, dishwasher, washing machine and indoor pool, suits longer self-catering stays. Layla's Riverside Lodge has a restaurant and an outdoor pool.

Deerfield Valley Inn · Layla's Riverside Lodge · Gray Ghost Inn · The Seasons H23

Where to stay in Dover

Grand Summit Way

Grand Summit Way is the Mount Snow base area address shared by Mount Snow Lodging by Vail Resorts and Mount Snow Condominiums (both 89 Grand Summit Way). Staying here means being at the resort itself, with the lifts, spa and fitness facilities of the mountain village on the doorstep rather than a drive away. It suits skiers and riders who want to walk to the slopes.

Our picks here: Mount Snow Lodging by Vail Resorts · Mount Snow Condominiums

Trailside Village Way

Trailside Village Way is a side road off the mountain access, and The Seasons H23 (4 Trailside Village Way #G) is the listed hotel here. It is a self-contained apartment-style base with a kitchen, indoor pool, sauna, Jacuzzi and ski access, useful for couples or families who prefer to cook and stay close to the lifts.

Our picks here: The Seasons H23

Questions, answered

Which of these hotels is closest to Mount Snow?

Mount Snow Lodging by Vail Resorts and Mount Snow Condominiums share the address 89 Grand Summit Way at the mountain base. Primely Located Dover Escape 1 Mi to Mt Snow (38D N Access Rd) is also right by the slopes, and The Seasons H23 on Trailside Village Way has ski access.

Do any of the hotels allow pets?

Yes. Deerfield Valley Inn, Layla's Riverside Lodge and Gray Ghost Inn all list pets allowed among their facilities. If you are travelling with a dog, those three are the ones to check first.

Which hotels have a pool?

Farm Road Estate, Gray Ghost Inn, Layla's Riverside Lodge, Big Bears Lodge and Grand Summit Hotel have outdoor pools. The Seasons H23 has an indoor pool. Snow Lake Lodge also has an outdoor pool and a sauna.

Where can I park?

Free car parking is listed at Deerhill Inn, The Inn at Mount Snow, Mount Snow Lodging by Vail Resorts, Deerfield Valley Inn, Farm Road Estate, Snow Lake Lodge, Gray Ghost Inn, Layla's Riverside Lodge, Big Bears Lodge, Mount Snow Condominiums and Doveberry Inn.

Which hotels are best for families?

Farm Road Estate, Gray Ghost Inn, Big Bears Lodge and Doveberry Inn list family rooms, and Big Bears Lodge also has a playground and babysitting service. For apartment-style space, The Seasons H23 has a kitchen and washing machine.

Are there hotels with a spa or sauna?

Farm Road Estate, Snow Lake Lodge, The Seasons H23, Primely Located Dover Escape 1 Mi to Mt Snow and Grand Summit Hotel list a spa or sauna. Grand Summit Hotel also has a steam room, and several properties have a Jacuzzi.

Which is the highest-rated 3-star hotel in Dover?

Deerhill Inn has the top guest rating at 4.9 out of 5 from 99 reviews. Deerfield Valley Inn is next at 4.8 from 47 reviews, and The Inn at Mount Snow is 4.7 from 120 reviews.

Do any hotels serve breakfast?

Breakfast is listed at Deerhill Inn, The Inn at Mount Snow and Layla's Riverside Lodge. Deerhill Inn also offers breakfast in room, and Farm Road Estate and West Dover Inn list dining or restaurant facilities.

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