Waitsfield, VT

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Where to stay in Waitsfield

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
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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
White Horse Lodge

White Horse Lodge

3 out of 5
999 German Flats Rd Waitsfield VT
$155 nightly
The price is $169 total per night from Jan 15 to Jan 16
$169 total
Jan 15 - Jan 16
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Waitsfield. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and hiking/biking on site. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (872 reviews)
6 mins driving

Reviewed on Jan 6, 2026

White Horse Lodge
Madbush Falls

Madbush Falls

2 out of 5
7575 Main St Waitsfield VT
$167 nightly
The price is $183 total per night from Feb 2 to Feb 3
$183 total
Feb 2 - Feb 3
Total with taxes and fees
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (75 reviews)
Clean and fresh. Perfect for a ski trip

Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025

Madbush Falls
Mad River Lodge

Mad River Lodge

3 out of 5
2354 Mill Brook Road Waitsfield VT
$163 nightly
The price is $177 total per night from Jan 19 to Jan 20
$177 total
Jan 19 - Jan 20
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 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! (345 reviews)
Room was good and sooo warm when we arrived, on a snowy cold Vermont afternoon. Plenty of space for our family of four. Innkeeper was prompt with coffee in the morning.

Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026

Mad River Lodge
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.
Cozy Loft for two with Hot Tub & Mtn Views

Cozy Loft for two with Hot Tub & Mtn Views

Granville VT
Stay at this cabin in Granville. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Plush Quartz Art Glass - Glassblowing Studio & Gallery ...
10/10 Exceptional! (277 reviews)
Great little cabin. Nice and secluded with everything you need. The hosts were wonderful. Highly recommended. We would definitely stay here again.

Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026

Cozy Loft for two with Hot Tub & Mtn Views
Romantic Cabin: Pets OK, Close to Town, Wood stove, 1 Bdrm + Loft, 8 mi. to ski

Romantic Cabin: Pets OK, Close to Town, Wood stove, 1 Bdrm + Loft, 8 mi. to ski

Stowe Vt VT
Stay at this cabin in Stowe. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Gold Brook Covered Bridge and Helen Day Art Center are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (182 reviews)
We had an amazing stay at the Goldilocks Cabin. It’s beautifully decorated, with so many sweet and thoughtful details that truly make you feel like you’re on a movie set. The cabin is just a couple of minutes from downtown, where all the charming shops and restaurants are located.We felt very comfortable ...

Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026

Romantic Cabin: Pets OK, Close to Town, Wood stove, 1 Bdrm + Loft, 8 mi. to ski
Artist Studio

Artist Studio

Stowe VT
Stay at this condo in Stowe. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Stowe Historical Society Museum and Vermont Ski Museum are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (49 reviews)
Check-in was easy, the place was immaculate, great storage for skis in the basement. Great for a couple, or even a family with one child for a weekend.

Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025

Artist Studio
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
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5 - Excellent 54%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 42%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 4%
2 - Disappointing
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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.

Cities near Waitsfield

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