The Shire Woodstock

3.0 star property
Riverfront hotel in Woodstock with free parking

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Property grounds
Front of property
BBQ/picnic area
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Coffee and/or coffee maker

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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46 Pleasant St., Woodstock, VT, 05091
  • Place, Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Woodstock Town Hall Theatre
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Billings Farm and Museum
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Springfield, VT (VSF-Hartness State)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

Standard River View 2 Queen

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premium King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium River View King

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 11 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard King

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Standard Riverview 2 Double

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Queen

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard River View King

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(31 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Corner River View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Double Queen

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Woodstock

The Shire Woodstock places you within a 5-minute walk of Mt Ascutney Hospital and Health Center Primary Care - Woodstock and Ottauquechee Health Center. This 53-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and coffee/tea in a common area.

What's nearby

  • Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Middle Covered Bridge - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Woodstock Town Hall Theatre - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Billings Farm and Museum - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Woodstock Country Club - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • White River Junction Station - 23 min drive
  • Lebanon, NH (LEB-Lebanon Municipal) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Simon Pearce Restaurant, Retail & Glassblowing - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Skinny Pancake Quechee - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Public House - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Mon Vert Cafe - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Shire Woodstock

Riverfront hotel in Woodstock with free parking
The Shire Woodstock features free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and free use of bicycles. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Front-desk staff can help secure valuables, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Additional amenities include a garden and a picnic area.
Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Ironing boards and free toiletries are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include complimentary bicycles.

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
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 50 per pet, per night, plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 150
  • Dogs only
  • Pet weight must not exceed 40 lbs per pet
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • 7 percent destination fee will be charged

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

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per night plus USD 150 one-time cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. 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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

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

Property is also known as

Shire Woodstock Hotel
Shire Hotel
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Shire Riverview Hotel Woodstock
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The Shire Woodstock Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Shire Woodstock?

The Shire Woodstock offers free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see close to The Shire Woodstock?

This hotel in Woodstock is within a 10-minute walk of Red Wagon Toy Company, Dana House Museum, and Billings Park and Trail. You'll also find Woodstock Town Hall Theatre and Billings Farm and Museum less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at The Shire Woodstock?

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

Does The Shire Woodstock feature a casino on the premises?

No, The Shire Woodstock doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Shire Woodstock?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about The Shire Woodstock?

At this riverfront hotel, couples will appreciate amenities like a garden plus some guestrooms include kitchens and river views.

Does The Shire Woodstock have a hot tub?

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

Does The Shire Woodstock have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, The Shire Woodstock doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will The Shire Woodstock allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at The Shire Woodstock for a fee of USD 50 per pet, per night.

Does The Shire Woodstock have connecting rooms?

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

How far is the airport from The Shire Woodstock?

The closest major airport to The Shire Woodstock is Lebanon, NH (LEB-Lebanon Municipal), which is 15.2 mi away (24 minutes by car). Another top airport is Springfield, VT (VSF-Hartness State), which is located 23.2 mi away (39-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Shire Woodstock?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a balcony where guests can enjoy river or city views.

The Shire Woodstock Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 514 out of 894 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 238 out of 894 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 80 out of 894 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 894 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 894 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Chris

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We recently stayed at the Shire and out of the hotels I’ve ever stayed at this hands down was the worse !! So the view facing the river is great and only positive thing. The room we had was a king bed river view room 119 and inside looked nothing like the pictures . Mold outside and inside the room , worn out furniture, carpet is wore out , has a portable space heater for heat , door is hard to lock , when you walk in the floor is uneven but hard to see why there’s a worn out rug covering the worn out carpet , the fire pits outback now have cheap sterno inserts instead of actual wood logs like pictured , when someone is in the room above you all you here is footsteps when someone walks above you spent one night listening for hours someone’s dogs barking that was left in there room , as soon as you walk in the room you can smell strong musty smell , the lobby is about 8 ft x 10 Ft no formal lobby. If we had know any of these we would have spent the extra to stay at Woodstock resort or drive back to Stowe . Not sure how it’s considered a 3 star hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

KELLEEN, East Peoria

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

jonna

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

4/10 Poor

matthew

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Rebekah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie, Scituate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great little motel. Clean, well appointed, friendly staff and walkable location. We did not have good weather, but great fire pits and chairs near river.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Really beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jin, Bellevue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Shire Woodstock is in a great location… easy walk to quaint downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Devin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

J R

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

10/10 Excellent

Ian

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

Best Hotel on our Vermont Trip

Excellent all around. Loved the room, so comfortable and well furnished and, of course, the balcony looking over the river. Easy check-in and they accommodated my request fro a ground floor room. Parking right outside your room which helps a lot when you have a ton of luggage. We don't travel light!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Donald

Very noisy. Room right next to parking lot and next to stairs. No closet or draws in room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

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Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey R.

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

Wonderful place to stay

We love Woodstock and this was out first time staying here at The Shire. The staff was very friendly, and the room was fun and clean, and oh what a view!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

susan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice try won and bikes (cruisers only so not great for Hills, nice firepit but on a busy street. Back is nice, don’t busy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

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

Fab place to stay

Brilliant room, location and area
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient! Parked the car and didn’t need to get in the car until we left!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great location and the staff were great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately our double room only had one chair and no cocktail table… plenty of room for both. Too much fabreeze spray even for my taste. Otherwise clean and well appointed
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hidden gem!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Minaiel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful and welcoming. The area was very safe but had limited options to do stuff. The room itself was kind of disappointing - the windows didn’t close properly, there was mold in the PTAC unit clearly visible on the vents, and the shower didn’t drain the water efficiently resulting in standing water while showering. The light in the porch didn’t turn off at night and we had really bright light coming into the room at night. The window had a see through blind so it didn’t help keep the light out. The walls were also really thin and we could clearly hear the people next door having a conversation. The property could definitely take some repairs and upgrades.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela, Londonderry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed, linens, fridge. Beautiful views of the river. Wonderful staff. Truly is one of our happy places.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025