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3-star hotels in Rutland
A shortlist of 3-star hotels in Rutland, Vermont, and the surrounding mountain villages, drawn from 15 properties with guest ratings and facilities on file. It suits skiers, couples and families who want a base in the Green Mountains without paying for four stars.
Staying in Rutland
Rutland sits in the Green Mountains, and the shortlist spreads from the town itself out to Mendon, Plymouth and the Killington slopes. In town, the Amtrak Ethan Allen Express calls at the downtown depot with a daily service south to Albany and New York and north to Burlington, one of the few Vermont towns where arriving without a car is realistic. US-4 runs about fifteen miles east to the mountain resorts, twenty to twenty-five minutes in good weather and considerably longer in a storm, climbing steadily to Sherburne Pass. Several listings, such as the Sunrise and Cedarbrook condos, sit right on or beside the ski runs, while the Rutland addresses keep you near the downtown depot and the farmers market. Couples have jacuzzis, saunas and fireplaces at the Sunrise properties and the Mountain Meadows Lodge; families have kitchen condos and playgrounds at The Vermont Inn and Spruce Glen. Business travellers get meeting rooms and business centers at The Vermont Inn, while short breaks are easy from the Rutland town addresses with free parking throughout.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
The Vermont Inn
78 Cream Hill Road, Rutland, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereWith a 4.7 rating from 270 reviews, The Vermont Inn on Cream Hill Road is a full-service base with an outdoor pool and pool bar for warm afternoons, plus a sauna and lounge for the evening. Skiing and golf course access keep active guests busy, while the garden, playground and picnic area suit families. Wedding services, a library and wheelchair accessibility round out a stay that works for couples and groups alike.
See The Vermont InnSunburst
439 Lombard Hill Road, United States
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereSunburst on Lombard Hill Road holds a 5.0 rating from 9 reviews. This is a self-contained stay: a kitchen with oven, microwave, refrigerator and dishwasher lets guests cook their own meals, and the terrace adds outdoor space. Pets are allowed, and free parking plus free wifi remove the practical worries. Best for travellers who want privacy and the run of a whole house rather than hotel service.
See SunburstSunrise: West Glade J2
180 W Glade Rd., Mendon, United States
Best for: Pool and spa · Travelling with pets
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Fitness Center
Why stay hereSunrise: West Glade J2 in Mendon pairs a fireplace and balcony with both indoor and outdoor pools, plus a sauna and jacuzzi for downtime. Skiing and a golf course are within reach, and the kitchen with oven, microwave and dishwasher makes longer stays easy. Pets are allowed, and non smoking rooms, laundry service and a fitness centre cover the essentials. Suits ski parties and families who want space.
See Sunrise: West Glade J2Spruce Glen
3387 East Mountain Road Killington Vermont 05751, United States
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereSpruce Glen on East Mountain Road in Killington offers apartment-style comfort with a kitchen, dishwasher, oven and washing machine, plus a fireplace and patio. The outdoor pool and sauna handle recovery after a day on the slopes, and skiing is the obvious draw. Family rooms and pet-friendly policies make it practical for groups, with free parking and free wifi included.
See Spruce GlenSunrise Mountain Village
214 Falls Brook Road, Rutland, United States
Best for: Pool and spa
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Fitness Center
Why stay hereSunrise Mountain Village on Falls Brook Road is built for ski trips: indoor and outdoor pools, a sauna, jacuzzi and spa, and a fireplace and balcony in the unit. Fitness centre and restaurant on site mean little reason to leave. The kitchen with oven and dishwasher, laundry service and pet-friendly policy suit longer family stays in Rutland.
See Sunrise Mountain VillageMountain Meadows Lodge
285 Thundering Brook Road, Rutland, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Pool bar
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereMountain Meadows Lodge on Thundering Brook Road sits by a lake, with canoe and water sports on hand alongside fishing. Breakfast is served, and the games room, darts and lounge give evenings a social feel. A jacuzzi and sauna add comfort, while the fireplace and balcony lend the rooms character. Wheelchair accessibility and family-friendly facilities widen its appeal.
See Mountain Meadows LodgeSunrise Cambridge 101
281 Sunrise Road, Mendon, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Indoor pool
- Free car parking
- Internet access
Why stay hereSunrise Cambridge 101 on Sunrise Road keeps things simple: indoor and outdoor pools, free parking and internet access. It suits guests who want a straightforward 3-star base close to the slopes without extra facilities to pay attention to.
See Sunrise Cambridge 101Great Escape Ski Lodge 3 Bedroom Home by RedAwning Killington
183 Big Rock Road, Rutland, United States
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Fitness Center
- Kitchen
Why stay hereThis 3-bedroom home on Big Rock Road gives groups a kitchen with oven, dishwasher and microwave, plus a fireplace and laundry service. Skiing, fishing, horse back riding and a golf course are all listed, with a fitness centre on site. Free parking and wifi, non smoking rooms and a 24 hour front desk make a self-catering stay easy for families or friends.
See Great Escape Ski Lodge 3 Bedroom Home by RedAwning KillingtonCedarbrook Queen Studio 110
8463 Us Route 4, United States
Best for: Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereCedarbrook Queen Studio 110 on Us Route 4 is a compact studio with a kitchenette, microwave and refrigerator, plus air conditioning and a patio. The outdoor pool is a plus in warmer months and skiing is the winter draw. Non smoking rooms, free wifi and a washing machine cover the basics for a couple or small family.
See Cedarbrook Queen Studio 110Sunrise Timberline: 3br 2ba Ski In ski Out Condo 3 Bedroom Condo Killington
105 Timberline Road South, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Swimming pool
- Free car parking
Why stay hereA swimming pool, basketball court and ice skating add options off the mountain. Free parking is included, pets are not allowed, and skiing is the main reason to book.
See Sunrise Timberline: 3br 2ba Ski In ski Out Condo 3 Bedroom Condo KillingtonForest Mountain Escape: Beautiful Mountaintop Escape In Mendon Vt. 20 Min To Killington 14 To Pico. 4 Bedroom Home
377 Rose Hill, Rutland, United States
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereForest Mountain Escape on Rose Hill is a 4-bedroom mountaintop home in Mendon, with a fireplace, jacuzzi and garden. The kitchen with oven, dishwasher and microwave plus laundry service suits a large group settling in. Skiing and a golf course are nearby, and free parking and wifi keep the logistics simple for a family or friends' trip.
See Forest Mountain Escape: Beautiful Mountaintop Escape In Mendon Vt. 20 Min To Killington 14 To Pico. 4 Bedroom HomeMake this beautiful property your family vacation home while in Killington B301
283 Sunrise Road, United States
Best for: Pool and spa
- Indoor pool
- Fitness Center
- Kitchen
Why stay hereThis property on Sunrise Road is made for families, with indoor and outdoor pools, a tennis court and a fitness centre. Inside, a fireplace, jacuzzi and full kitchen with oven, dishwasher and microwave handle longer stays, and a balcony and washing machine add convenience. Skiing is on the doorstep, with free wifi and parking included.
See Make this beautiful property your family vacation home while in Killington B301Woodward Grove
288 Pcn Road, Plymouth, United States
Best for: Travelling with pets
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereWoodward Grove on Pcn Road in Plymouth is a quiet, self-catering option with a kitchen, fireplace and laundry service. Skiing and fishing are the outdoor draws, and pets are allowed. Non smoking rooms keep the environment consistent, and the washing machine and video player make it comfortable for a longer stay.
See Woodward GroveUpdated Home in Heart of Rutland Near Slopes
31 East St, Rutland, United States
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereUpdated Home in Heart of Rutland Near Slopes on East St puts guests in town rather than on the mountain, with an outdoor pool and garden, and both breakfast and housekeeping provided. A jacuzzi and fireplace add comfort, and the kitchen with oven, dishwasher and microwave suits families. Skiing is within reach, pets are allowed, and free parking and wifi are included.
See Updated Home in Heart of Rutland Near SlopesGondola Lodge
22 Wardwell Road, United States
- Kitchen
Why stay hereGondola Lodge on Wardwell Road combines a fireplace and jacuzzi with a kitchen, dishwasher, oven and washing machine, so groups can settle in properly. Fishing and a golf course are listed, along with a restaurant on site. Non smoking rooms, laundry service and a video player round out a practical 3-star choice for skiers and families.
See Gondola Lodge
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Vermont Inn | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | – |
| Sunburst | ★★★ | Yes | – | – | Yes |
| Sunrise: West Glade J2 | ★★★ | – | – | Yes | Yes |
| Spruce Glen | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | Yes |
| Sunrise Mountain Village | ★★★ | – | – | Yes | – |
| Mountain Meadows Lodge | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | – |
| Sunrise Cambridge 101 | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | – |
| Great Escape Ski Lodge 3 Bedroom Home by RedAwning Killington | ★★★ | Yes | – | – | – |
| Cedarbrook Queen Studio 110 | ★★★ | – | – | Yes | – |
| Sunrise Timberline: 3br 2ba Ski In ski Out Condo 3 Bedroom Condo Killington | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | – |
| Forest Mountain Escape: Beautiful Mountaintop Escape In Mendon Vt. 20 Min To Killington 14 To Pico. 4 Bedroom Home | ★★★ | Yes | – | – | – |
| Make this beautiful property your family vacation home while in Killington B301 | ★★★ | – | – | Yes | – |
| Woodward Grove | ★★★ | – | – | – | Yes |
| Updated Home in Heart of Rutland Near Slopes | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Gondola Lodge | ★★★ | – | – | – | – |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
The Vermont Inn has a playground, arcade, outdoor pool and picnic area, with 270 reviews averaging 4.7. Spruce Glen and the Updated Home in Heart of Rutland Near Slopes both offer family rooms, kitchens and pools, and the Sunrise Timberline condo adds a basketball court and ice skating beside the slopes.
The Vermont Inn · Spruce Glen · Updated Home in Heart of Rutland Near Slopes · Make this beautiful property your family vacation home while in Killington B301
For skiers
Sunrise Timberline is a ski-in ski-out condo with a pool and skiing listed. Sunrise: West Glade J2 pairs indoor and outdoor pools with a sauna and spa, Sunrise Mountain Village adds a fitness center and jacuzzi, and the Great Escape Ski Lodge has a fireplace, kitchen and ski access for a three-bedroom group.
Sunrise Timberline: 3br 2ba Ski In ski Out Condo 3 Bedroom Condo Killington · Sunrise: West Glade J2 · Sunrise Mountain Village · Great Escape Ski Lodge 3 Bedroom Home by RedAwning Killington
For couples
Mountain Meadows Lodge has a lake, canoe, jacuzzi and pool bar, and The Vermont Inn's 4.7 rating from 270 reviews comes with a sauna and fireplace. Gondola Lodge and Sunburst both list fireplaces and jacuzzis, and Sunburst holds a perfect 5.0 rating from 9 reviews.
Mountain Meadows Lodge · Sunrise: West Glade J2 · Gondola Lodge · Sunburst
For groups and longer stays
Spruce Glen and Woodward Grove have kitchens, laundry service and washing machines, and pets are allowed at both.
Spruce Glen · Forest Mountain Escape: Beautiful Mountaintop Escape In Mendon Vt. 20 Min To Killington 14 To Pico. 4 Bedroom Home · Woodward Grove · Cedarbrook Queen Studio 110
Where to stay in Rutland
Mendon
A mountain village on the US-4 corridor climbing to Sherburne Pass, so winter tyres or all-wheel drive are a sensible precaution. The Sunrise condos here cluster on Sunrise Road and West Glade Road, giving quick access to the slopes plus indoor and outdoor pools, saunas and, at West Glade J2, a spa.
Our picks here: Sunrise: West Glade J2 · Sunrise Cambridge 101
Killington
The resort side of the shortlist, where Killington runs its gondola and bike park through the warm months. Spruce Glen on East Mountain Road and the Sunrise Timberline ski-in ski-out condo sit closest to the lifts, with pools, saunas and ski access listed at both.
Our picks here: Spruce Glen
Plan your stay
When to go
Skiing dominates the winter months, when the Killington gondola runs and US-4 over Sherburne Pass can be slow in a storm, so allow extra time. The warm months bring the bike park at Killington, Green Mountain National Forest trailheads within twenty minutes of town, and Lake Bomoseen about twenty minutes west for swimming and boating. The farmers market and Pine Hill Park make the town end of the shortlist workable in spring and autumn too.
Things to do near Rutland
Questions, answered
Which of these hotels are closest to the centre of Rutland?
The Updated Home in Heart of Rutland Near Slopes on East St is the most central, and the Vermont Inn on Cream Hill Road, Sunrise Mountain Village on Falls Brook Road, Mountain Meadows Lodge on Thundering Brook Road and the Great Escape Ski Lodge on Big Rock Road all carry Rutland addresses.
Do any of these hotels allow pets?
Yes. Sunburst, Sunrise: West Glade J2, Spruce Glen, Woodward Grove and the Updated Home in Heart of Rutland Near Slopes all list pets allowed. Sunrise Timberline states pets not allowed, so check before booking there with a dog.
Which hotels have a pool?
The Vermont Inn has an outdoor pool and pool bar. Sunrise: West Glade J2, Sunrise Mountain Village and the Sunrise Cambridge 101 condo have both indoor and outdoor pools, while Spruce Glen, Cedarbrook Queen Studio 110, the Updated Home in Heart of Rutland Near Slopes and Sunrise Timberline list a swimming pool.
Which is the top-rated hotel on this shortlist?
Sunburst holds a perfect 5.0 rating, though from only 9 reviews. The Vermont Inn is rated 4.7 from 270 reviews, the largest and most consistent guest record here. Ratings for the other properties are not given in the data.
Do any hotels have a spa or sauna?
Sunrise: West Glade J2 and Sunrise Mountain Village both list a spa and sauna. The Vermont Inn, Spruce Glen, Mountain Meadows Lodge and Sunrise Timberline also list saunas, and Mountain Meadows Lodge adds a jacuzzi, lake and canoe.
Is parking available at these hotels?
Free car parking is listed at The Vermont Inn, Sunburst, Spruce Glen, Mountain Meadows Lodge, the Great Escape Ski Lodge, Sunrise Timberline, the Forest Mountain Escape home and the Updated Home in Heart of Rutland Near Slopes. Sunburst, Spruce Glen and Mountain Meadows Lodge list parking as well.
Which hotels suit business travellers?
The Vermont Inn has a business center, meeting room and 24-hour facilities, and Sunrise: West Glade J2 also lists a business center. Both have free wifi and parking, and Mountain Meadows Lodge adds express check-in, a lounge and copy services.
Which hotels are best for a family with children?
The Vermont Inn has a playground, arcade, outdoor pool and picnic area. Spruce Glen and the Updated Home in Heart of Rutland Near Slopes list family rooms, kitchens and pools, and the Sunrise Timberline condo adds a basketball court, ice skating and a swimming pool.