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Mad River Lodge

3.0 star property

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

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2354 Mill Brook Road, Waitsfield, VT, 05673
  • Place, Mad River Glen Cooperative
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Practice Slope Chair Lift
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Mad River
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Burlington, VT (BTV-Burlington Intl.)
    ‪51 min drive‬

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Simple (1 Queen) | Travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets

Simple (1 Queen)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard (1 Queen, 1 Futon) | Travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard (1 Queen, 1 Futon)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Plus Room22 | Living area | 50-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV

Standard Plus Room22

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room 21(1 Queen,1 Futon) | Travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room 21(1 Queen,1 Futon)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room 20(1 Queen,1 Futon ) | Travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room 20(1 Queen,1 Futon )

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon
  • Free WiFi

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Simple-ADA (214835696) | Travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets

Simple-ADA (214835696)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room 17(1 Queen,1 Futon) | Travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room 17(1 Queen,1 Futon)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Plus Room 7 - 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Futon and 1 Double Sofa Bed | Travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Plus Room 7 - 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Futon and 1 Double Sofa Bed

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family (2 Queen,1 Sofa bed) | Travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family (2 Queen,1 Sofa bed)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Waitsfield

Located 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Mad River Glen Cooperative, Mad River Lodge is within a 15-minute drive of other popular attractions like Sugarbush Ski Resort. This 22-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and express check-in.

What's nearby

  • Mad River Glen Cooperative - 3 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Practice Slope Chair Lift - 3 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Single Chair Lift - 3 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Mad River - 5 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • The Big Picture Theater & Cafe - 5 min drive - 3.9 miles

Getting around

  • Waterbury Station - 25 min drive
  • Montpelier, VT (MPV-Edward F. Knapp State) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Castlerock Pub - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Allyn's Lodge - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Wünderbar - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Lawson's Finest Liquids - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Green Mountain Lounge - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Mad River Lodge

Guests of Mad River Lodge enjoy free WiFi in public areas, express check-in, and express check-out. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests. This hotel also has laundry facilities.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 50-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Hair dryers are also included.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Travel crib

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (60 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

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  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an access code
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • 3 percent destination fee will be charged

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

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; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Mad River Lodge Hotel
Mad River Lodge Waitsfield
Mad River Lodge Hotel Waitsfield

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Mad River Lodge?

Mad River Lodge provides free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Mad River Lodge?

As of Jun 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mad River Lodge on Jul 3, 2026 start from $139, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What can I see around Mad River Lodge?

This hotel is located in Waitsfield, just steps from Mad River Valley. You'll also find Green Mountain National Forest and Mad River Glen Cooperative within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Mad River Lodge?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Mad River Lodge include a casino?

No, Mad River Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Mad River Lodge?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Does Mad River Lodge have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Mad River Lodge have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Mad River Lodge doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Mad River Lodge allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Mad River Lodge.

Does Mad River Lodge have connecting rooms available?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Mad River Lodge?

The closest major airport to Mad River Lodge is Montpelier, VT (MPV-Edward F. Knapp State), which is 27.6 mi away (39 minutes by car). Another top airport is Burlington Intl. Airport (BTV), which is around 23.4 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Mad River Lodge?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Mad River Lodge.

Mad River Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 231 out of 358 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 81 out of 358 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 358 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 358 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 358 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Gerard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, clean, and friendly staff!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the innkeeper! Super clean and very convenient to the mountains and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Audrey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room and met our needs. Staff was very nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff, easy checkin, great family room
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nandini

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless, staff was amazing, and our stay was perfection. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Orit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Wonderful stay. Spacious, clean and close to everywhere. Thank you so much for hosting our family!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great stay

Room was clean and the staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kailyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful place, our room was super cozy and the main common space for all visitors was amazing, lots of board games avalible too. Definitely would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

MEAGAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great Lodge. Provided everything we needed. Quiet, family friendly. Good game selection. Ton of snacks and coffee. Super close to Mt. Ellen. Definitely would come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darren

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

Amazing Lodge

Great place to stay when in the Stowe, VT area. Super cozy red lodge inn. Very clean and quiet. Would absolutely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We Loved our stay here, the staff was so friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent place to stay for Mad River Valley!

Excellent property, great location, reasonable rate. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

VIRGINIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cute accommodations,very clean felt like I was in my room at home. Easy check in/out process would definitely stay again. Beautiful property.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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6/10 Okay

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was good. Bath towels are very small.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and clean accommodations
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Nice to go to a room at the end of a long drive and have the room be clean. It was great for what we were looking for - just a place to rest our heads while we went visiting family in Vermont.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very prompt with door lock issue and great communication from reservation to check out. The app was great!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great room and location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Reed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great spot well run , clean and great location near ski mountains
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

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

New England fall tour

Awesome facility! 2 BR, 1 bath with a common area worked well. Will definitely stay here when we return to this area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

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