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
$117 nightly
The price is $128 total per night from Dec 14 to Dec 15
$128 total
Dec 14 - Dec 15
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! (861 reviews)
Spectacular....1st class organization

Reviewed on Nov 30, 2025

White Horse Lodge
Mad River Lodge

Mad River Lodge

3 out of 5
2354 Mill Brook Road Waitsfield VT
$146 nightly
The price is $159 total per night from Dec 10 to Dec 11
$159 total
Dec 10 - Dec 11
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! (341 reviews)
We spent two weeks traveling New England. Focusing on VT, Maine & RI. 5 days were spent at the Mad River Lodge. Although all the places we stayed were all very nice - none of them left us with the feeling of home away from home like MRL did. The main lobby and opportunity to meet other travellers ...

Reviewed on Nov 7, 2025

Mad River Lodge
Madbush Falls

Madbush Falls

2 out of 5
7575 Main St Waitsfield VT
$120 nightly
The price is $131 total per night from Dec 22 to Dec 23
$131 total
Dec 22 - Dec 23
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! (69 reviews)
Madbush Falls is absolutely worth the stop, a beautiful cascade with surprisingly easy access right off the road, earning a solid four stars for natural beauty and tranquility. It would be a perfect five if the restaurant staff weren't overloaded and there was additional surface area for items.

Reviewed on Oct 17, 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.
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! (272 reviews)
This adorable cabin is cozy and perfect for a get-away to enjoy a beautiful and peaceful VT setting. The cabin has everything you could need - well-stocked and comfortable despite its small size. The host was very welcoming and helpful. We would definitely stay again!

Reviewed on Nov 30, 2025

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! (180 reviews)
Jill is an excellent host, great communication and the cottage was perfectly stocked with everything you would need and more. Being just up the hill from Stowe Village is perfect.

Reviewed on Nov 26, 2025

Romantic Cabin: Pets OK, Close to Town, Wood stove, 1 Bdrm + Loft, 8 mi. to ski
Stowe Cabins in the Woods

Stowe Cabins in the Woods

2.5 out of 5
513 Cabin Lane Waterbury Center VT
Stay at this cabin in Waterbury Center. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a picnic area. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (299 reviews)
We love this place. Nothing fancy but nice and clean and cozy

Reviewed on Nov 18, 2025

Stowe Cabins in the Woods
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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