The Palmer House Resort, an Ascend Collection Hotel

3.0 star property

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Mountain view
Free daily continental breakfast
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Bathroom | Designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Breakfast and dinner served
Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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5383 Main St, Manchester Center, VT, 05255
  • Place, Lye Brook Falls
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Battenkill River
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Manchester Designer Outlets
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Rutland, VT (RUT-Rutland Southern Vermont Regional)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(15 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(49 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • Resort view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

The Palmer House Resort, an Ascend Collection Hotel

A golf course, an indoor pool and a restaurant are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a bar/lounge, outdoor tennis courts and a hot tub are on-site.
The Palmer House Resort, an Ascend Collection Hotel offers 50 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and designer toiletries. Rooms open to patios. This individually decorated accommodation has separate sitting areas. A pillow menu is available. 36-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Guests can play rounds at the 9-hole golf course and enjoy other recreation facilities including 2 outdoor tennis courts. An indoor pool, a seasonal outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at The Palmer House Resort, an Ascend Collection Hotel. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Lye Brook Falls. Features include free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking.
  • Free continental breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking and Motorhome/coach/lorry parking
  • Enjoy American cuisine while dining at Clove + Maple
  • Take a swim in the indoor and seasonal outdoor pools or soak in the hot tub
  • Amenities include free newspapers in reception, a fireplace at reception and a vending machine
  • On-site recreation includes a golf course and 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Guests have great things to say about the clean guestrooms and the helpful staff
  • Within a 15-minute walk of Lye Brook Falls and Manchester Designer Outlets
The Palmer House Resort, an Ascend Collection Hotel offers its guests a golf course, outdoor tennis courts, and an indoor pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A seasonal outdoor pool, a hot tub, and barbecue grills are also featured at The Palmer House Resort, an Ascend Collection Hotel. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Manchester Center hotel is smoke free.

Guests are served a free continental breakfast on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and at the weekend from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
Clove + Maple – This restaurant specialises in American cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Clove + Maple

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • 9-hole golf course
  • Fishing
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Mini-fridge
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 36-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in is available for a fee

Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staffed during limited hours

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 6 October to 27 May:
  • One of the swimming pools
  • Hot tub

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 16.49 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20 per night

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in September.
  • Pool access available from 9 AM to 9 PM
  • Up to 2 children aged 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Alcohol isn't served at The Palmer House Resort, an Ascend Collection Hotel.

Property is also known as

Palmer House Manchester Center

Palmer House Resort Motel

Palmer House Resort Motel Manchester Center

Palmer House Resort Manchester Center

Palmer House Resort

The Palmer House Resort, Ascend Hotel Collection Hotel

The Palmer House Resort, an Ascend Collection Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 444 out of 939 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 286 out of 939 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 116 out of 939 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 939 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 939 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming little motel. Rooms beautifully appointed.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were spotless and staff was great!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Arsal

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing amenities!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless and the staff were great. Easy in and out and plenty of room!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Nice staff, big room, comfortable bed, walking distance to downtown-overall great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the room for a night. Seemed clean and warm. Water could be hotter in the shower but was overall a good stay!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Emily

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Save your money and stay next door
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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6/10 Okay

Mitchell

The room was clean and good condition.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cody

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was fantastic, had a lovely stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our 2nd time staying here this season. We love it, perfect location to town and ski. Spotless rooms, microwave and fridge a bonus when kids are traveling. Rooms were so warm we turned off heat. Breakfast included. Check in and out very quick and friendly, we will absolutely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice large room and beautiful grounds.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The people were great! The room was quite large and comfortable. It was relatively quiet! Very clean! Nice stay! Again thanks o the staff for making it a nice stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
An older facility but our room was warm and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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6/10 Okay

Gerry

Comfy and clean bed. Bathroom and hot tub could have been cleaner.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Onat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location.! Spacious and clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room, the upgrade would cause me to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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6/10 Okay

Leigh

Usually not a “motel” person, but this was a surprise… very spacious and clean. The decor is dated, but amenities are convenient. Staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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6/10 Okay

Megan

Liked: Staff & service
Good location; charming property
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

vesna

The bed was comfortable with nice bedding. Room was slightly chilly otherwise eveything was fine.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

roxanne

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Eduardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel grounds are beautiful. The indoor pool and hot tub were nice, the room was big and overall it was a good stay. The breakfast could benefit from more fresh fruit to make it healthier but it was OK.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Marie

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

Would stay again and for longer.

We had a private cottage with two bedrooms, very comfortable. Extensive grounds, nature trail, and a restaurant made our short stay enjoyable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property convenient to center of town
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was professional and friendly. Parking was safe and the room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025