Starlight Inn

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, steps from Sunset Drive-In Theater

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Exterior
VIP Hollywood Suite with 2 Seat Hot Tub | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
Front of property
Choose from the Bonnie & Clyde, Marilyn Monroe, the Bogey and Bacall, or the Newman & Redford room | Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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179 Porters Point Rd, Colchester, VT, 05446
  • Place, Church Street Marketplace
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Waterfront Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Vermont
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Burlington, VT (BTV-Burlington Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

Choose from the Julia Roberts, Audrey Hepburn, John Wayne or the Tom Cruise room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(46 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Choose from the Bonnie & Clyde, Marilyn Monroe, the Bogey and Bacall, or the Newman & Redford room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(38 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

The Elvis Presley Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

VIP Hollywood Suite with 2 Seat Hot Tub

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Colchester

Located in Malletts Bay, Starlight Inn is adjacent to Sunset Drive-In Theater and within a 10-minute drive of other popular attractions like North Beach. This 11-room motel welcomes guests with in-room amenities like refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.

What's nearby

  • North Beach - 7 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Church Street Marketplace - 9 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Waterfront Park - 9 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Lake Champlain Ferry - 10 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • University of Vermont - 11 min drive - 6.5 miles

Getting around

  • Burlington Union Station - 9 min drive
  • Burlington Intl. Airport (BTV) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Rozzi's Lakeshore Tavern - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Beach House - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Butter - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Starlight Inn

Motel with free parking, steps from Sunset Drive-In Theater
At Starlight Inn, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, express check-in, and express check-out. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. Front-desk staff can help with tours or tickets, and provide local restaurant recommendations.
Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • Built in 2014
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Check-in: 4 PM—-9:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Starlight Colchester
Starlight Inn Colchester
Starlight Inn Motel
Starlight Inn Colchester
Starlight Inn Motel Colchester

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Starlight Inn?

Starlight Inn provides free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do near Starlight Inn?

This motel is situated in Malletts Bay, just steps from Sunset Drive-In Theater. You'll also find Gordon H. Paquette Arena at Leddy Park and North Beach within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Starlight Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Starlight Inn include a casino?

No, Starlight Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Starlight Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Starlight Inn?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this motel, including jetted bathtubs, pillowtop mattresses, and kitchenettes in some guestrooms.

Does Starlight Inn have a hot tub?

Yes, some guestrooms at this motel feature private spa tubs.

Does Starlight Inn feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Starlight Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Starlight Inn allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Starlight Inn.

Are there connecting rooms at Starlight Inn?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

What is the closest airport to Starlight Inn?

The closest major airport to Starlight Inn is Burlington Intl. Airport (BTV), which is 9 mi away (18 minutes by car). Another top airport is Plattsburgh, NY (PBG-Plattsburgh Intl.), which is around 13.8 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Starlight Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Starlight Inn.

Starlight Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 813 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 154 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 1000 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
=)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Character!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place, great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly, Oklahoma City

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was super cute. The remodel was so well done and the rooms actually felt like a luxury hotel. It was also so cool to be able to go to a drive-in movie again. Great location, really fun place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Adam

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the drive-in movie next door
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

shelley

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Free drive in theatre ticket with room. Fun! The movie star themed room was interesting.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great clean fun place to stay conveniently located close to Burlington.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay at the Starlight! We loved having a movie night and the location was convenient for the price. Clean and comfortable room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cute, clean, comfy… plus free admission to the drive in!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jenna

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Traveled with group
Liked: Amenities
Great spot Can't recommend it highly enough
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Awesome location and price!

Prices in Burlington proper were VERY high. The Starlight Inn is just a few miles north and one can easilyy get into the city. We also found it well placed for excursions in ANY direction. It was SO quaint and unique. It was well priced and allowed us to spend money elsewhere...breweries, vineyards etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
They were very helpful in getting our room ready early, so we could check in early before the wedding we were attending. We took advantage of the complimentary Drive oinking which was nice little perk. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the old time quality. And all the thoughtful amenities. The experience is one I wish we could find in all motels. Highly recommend this motel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great little motel, bed didn’t work for me.

Great comfortable spacious room. Everything you would expect from a two star hotel. Good Wi-Fi, good temperature control. My only problem was the thick memory foam topper to the mattress, which made it impossible for me to sleep, like sleeping in Big canyons, and hills. Didn’t expect that—I didn’t realize just how horrible it was. So if you love that, then this is the motel for you!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leanora

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was immaculate. Although no one was on the property, it was easy to reach them by phone. The bed was comfortable (not so much for me because I don't like memory foam). Room well laid out, not quite so easy bath and toilet for handicapped. Would recommend highly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Perfect check in, clean room and right next door to a drive in movie theater. Perfection
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dustin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comes with free drive in tickets!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean and very quiet
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris Tina, East Haven

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is adorable! Very clean, spacious and comfortable. The drive-in theater tickets are a bonus. We arrived too tired to attend this time but plan to stay here again when we're back in the area. Also, even though the theater is right next door, we heard nothing in our room.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This property was amazing! Incredibly clean and the room themes were a fun touch. Beds were comfortable the bathroom was huge with accommodations for handicapped access. Love that you could have access to the Drive-In with your room key. Just a spectacular experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025