Waitsfield, VT

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Where to stay in Waitsfield

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Waitsfield Village Historic District

If you're spending some time in Waitsfield Village Historic District, Waitsfield Main Street and Mad River are top sights worth seeing.

Waitsfield Village Historic District
View from Mount Ellen at Sugarbush Ski Area in Summer

Mount Ellen Base Area

While visiting Mount Ellen Base Area, you might make a stop by sights like Green Mountain Express Ski Lift and Sunshine Double Ski Lift.

Mount Ellen Base Area
White Horse Lodge
White Horse Lodge
3 out of 5
999 German Flats Rd, Waitsfield, VT
The price is SAR 522 per night from May 13 to May 14
SAR 522
SAR 585 total
includes taxes & fees
13 May - 14 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Waitsfield. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and hiking/biking on site. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (775 reviews)
Highly recommend!
"Great spot! So clean, updated and full of amenities! Friendly crew too!"

Reviewed on 7 April 2025

White Horse Lodge
Mad River Lodge
Mad River Lodge
3 out of 5
2354 Mill Brook Road, Waitsfield, VT
The price is SAR 549 per night from May 18 to May 19
SAR 549
SAR 614 total
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Waitsfield. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (310 reviews)
"Good Location. Room was clean and comfortable. All you need for one night. Could hear guests upstairs and no coffee in the room. Great for one night. Check in was super easy and super friendly"

Reviewed on 3 May 2025

Mad River Lodge
Madbush Falls
Madbush Falls
2 out of 5
7575 Main St, Waitsfield, VT
The price is SAR 509 per night from May 13 to May 14
SAR 509
SAR 554 total
includes taxes & fees
13 May - 14 May
Stay at this lodge in Waitsfield. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and hiking/biking on site. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (60 reviews)
"Nice hotel near skiing area. Easy check-in process. Staff were very friendly. Will stay again if revisiting the area."

Reviewed on 5 April 2025

Madbush Falls
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Picturesque mountain view condo with fireplace, balcony, deck, pool, & kitchen
Picturesque mountain view condo with fireplace, balcony, deck, pool, & kitchen
Waitsfield
Stay at this condo in Waitsfield. Enjoy tennis courts, patios, and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Sugarbush Ski Resort and Sunshine Double Ski Lift ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews)
Spring break
"Amazing time! This is the 2nd year we rented this condo. Had a great day Spring Skiing and then we hiked the Battell trail!! Awesome downtown restaurants. Will be back"

Reviewed on 20 April 2025

Picturesque mountain view condo with fireplace, balcony, deck, pool, & kitchen
4 Mi to Sugarbush Resort: Waitsfield Retreat
4 Mi to Sugarbush Resort: Waitsfield Retreat
Waitsfield
Stay at this vacation home in Waitsfield. Enjoy a garden, patios, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Sugarbush Ski Resort and Sunshine Double ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (32 reviews)
Great House for Family Ski Trip
"The location of the house was good for Bolton Valley, and Stowe and great for Sugarbush. The house has all you need for entertainment, comfort and amenities. We especially liked the fast drip, commercial coffee maker! The hot tub was also a hit after skiing each day. Good communication, well maintained ..."

Reviewed on 31 December 2024

4 Mi to Sugarbush Resort: Waitsfield Retreat
Sugarbush Tiny House/Cabin on 3.2 Acres at the base of Sugarbush-Mount Ellen
Sugarbush Tiny House/Cabin on 3.2 Acres at the base of Sugarbush-Mount Ellen
Waitsfield
Book a stay at this ski cabin in Waitsfield. Enjoy free WiFi, ski-in/ski-out access, and patios. Popular attractions Sugarbush Ski Resort and Sunshine Double ...
10/10 Exceptional! (48 reviews)
Mt Ellen visit
"Cute house, neat and tidy both inside and out. All the conveniences of home tucked away inside. The sofa bed was comfortable, and the shower area was spacious. The host responded quickly to any questions. Great location within a couple miles of the town itself. We had a great stay!"

Reviewed on 31 August 2024

Sugarbush Tiny House/Cabin on 3.2 Acres at the base of Sugarbush-Mount Ellen
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Waitsfield

4.5
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
27
5 - Excellent 54%
4 - Good
21
4 - Good 42%
3 - Okay
2
3 - Okay 4%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 0%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 0%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Absolutely lovely. Welcoming, comfortable. Great restaurants and breweries. Our son LOVED the outdoor ice/hockey rink, too!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

WINTER...SPRING...SUMMER...OR FALL...GREAT PLACE!!!!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

We had great burgers at Worthy Burger 2. The breakfast at Big Picture Theater and Cafe was also delicious. Lots of good food options.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Limited dining options hard to navigate small signage hard to read while driving

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Skiied at Sugarbush. Great conditions. Good snow.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Very nice area.