HI - Greenwood Lodge Hostel in Bennington … The Greenwood Lodge is a unique and spectacular hostel. The owners, Ann and Ed, and their son, Chris, have created a fun and welcoming atmosphere. They are genuinely friendly people and have great suggestions on places to visit in the area. The hostel has a cozy, ski lodge feel, and it's the perfect place for travelers to relax and meet new people.
The property is beautiful as well. I went when the color of the fall foliage was at its peak, and I suggest you do the same! There are hiking trails right on the property, and other places to hike nearby.
In Bennington I highly recommend stopping at the Blue Ben Diner. There are plenty of touristy Vermont shops (fudge, cider, cheese, etc.) if you're looking for that. If you're just looking for basic items, there's True's General Store right across the street from the hostel.
Okay, you get the idea: I highly recommend going!
HI - White River Junction, The Hotel Coolidge Hostel in White River Junction … I was enchanted with this place. I had my own bedroom, a shower in the hall with no traffic, courteous, friendly staff, a charming locale, convenient to Dartmouth, and a wonderful chart on the wall outside my room giving the world's entire history. Windows had not yet been opened for the season but it was not too stuffy.
HI - Greenwood Lodge Hostel in Bennington … Quiet, waterfront, courteous hosts, nice extras.
Turn of River Lodge in Killington … Best deal in Vermont. Even the $25/night bunk-bed option was very accommodating. The place is clean, cozy, and relatively quiet, even when sharing accommodations. The private rooms are just as good a bargain. Nothing beats sitting by their huge fireplace and drinking some red wine after a cold day on the slopes. They have wifi, too! I don't know how they keep this place so reasonable, but I hope they never change a thing.
Turn of River Lodge in Killington … One of the friendliest places to stay by any Vermont ski area. Cozy — tastefully furnished, with a common area with a huge fireplace, WiFi and video. Helpful and caring (ex-ski racer) owner, breakfast on weekends. Excellent — inexpensive restaurant across street. A magical place in a snow storm. Shuttle buses (Killington Base area and Skyeship Gondola) out front. There's a bus shuttle from the Rutland Amtrak station (one transfer of shuttle bus required). Don't miss this gem, summer or winter !
Trojan Horse Lodge in Ludlow … We just stayed there this past weekend (Jab 2004) and it was like home, and cheap, with a nice, warm bed. Just perfect for the Okemo crowd who don't want to overpay on lodging.
Turn of River Lodge in Killington … Great value, friendly owner. It's a cozy, fun, affordable place.
Turn of River Lodge in Killington … A real friendly place to stay. Walk in and meet people from all over and talk about skiing and whatever else is on your mind. Simple accommodations make it exactly what is only needed and not what you don't need for a relaxing stay. Great prices and well worth the stay.
Trojan Horse Lodge in Ludlow … I stayed here for three nights (16th-18th) in Janurary 2004. It is extremely close to Okemo, cheap to stay and very clean. The television was perfect for watching the Eagles game.
Trojan Horse Lodge in Ludlow … This isn't really your average hostel, but more of a hole-in-the-wall kinda place. When you enter the hostel (which is adjacent to the owner's home), you'll be in the living room filled with old ski memorabilia and a leatherly scent. The steps to the rooms are rather tall so I'd advise against bringing big heavy bags. Beds are comfortable and the owner is extremely accommodating. We'll return next time we ski on Okemo!
Hostel Tevere in Warren … I stayed in this hostel for just one night. The hostel was brand new and beautiful, good bunk beds, fluffy duvets, and very well decorated to give you the home away from home feeling. Actually the place was really really great and the reason I did not give it five stars is that there is no kitchen to use. They operate a restaurant as well so you can eat there if you want and have breakfast there, but if you do that for more days it is going to be much more expensive than you cook yourself and when I was there the restaurant was even closed. It would already be better if there were some plates and coffee/tea facilities so you can at least make your own breakfast. The second star is lost by the price. $30 for a bed in a dorm for a hostel somewhere on the country side is really too much and in the ski season they even charge $35. But if you don't mind being without kitchen and to pay a bit more than this place is really nice to stay in.
HI - White River Junction, The Hotel Coolidge Hostel in White River Junction … This hostel is ok but those who choose to stay at this hostel are made to feel like steerage in an old sailing ship! The first two floors of the hotel are nice but the third floor (hostel) is another story. Old, worn-out, and general not so nice. I felt bad for the locals who had to live there.
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