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The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant

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A restaurant with tables set for dining, chairs, and a fireplace in the background.
A room with a brown leather sofa, a wooden chest labeled "The Honorable Lieutenant Captain Greenwood's Bay," and two windows with floral curtains.
A two-story building with a porch, American flag, and two white rocking chairs.
A bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a small bench, and a sofa in the corner.
An outdoor dining area with a table set for six, surrounded by wicker chairs, in a garden setting with hanging planters and a lamp post.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$445
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct

Explore the area

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17-39 West Rd, Manchester, VT, 05254
  • Place, Green Mountain National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Golf Club at Equinox
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, American Museum of Fly Fishing
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Rutland, VT (RUT-Rutland Southern Vermont Regional)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Room

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a bedside table, a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with blinds.

Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room

A four-poster bed, a red sofa, a wooden dresser, and a lamp in a hotel room.

Deluxe Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(30 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Manchester

A luxury stay in Manchester awaits you at The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant. Within steps you'll find Green Mountain National Forest and Golf Club at Equinox within a short 5-minute stroll. Highlights at this inn include free breakfast (local cuisine), a restaurant and free self-parking. .The restaurant, The Reluctant Panther, serves American cuisine. The inn's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, laundry facilities and ski passes. Each morning free breakfast is served. .With a stay at this 4-property class Manchester Village Historic District inn, you'll be 31.3 km (19.4 mi) from Stratton Mountain Resort.
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What's nearby

  • Green Mountain National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Golf Club at Equinox - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • American Museum of Fly Fishing - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Southern Vermont Arts Center - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Battenkill River - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Albany, NY (ALB-Albany Intl.) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Ye Olde Tavern - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Stewart's Shops - ‬15 min walk

About this property

The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant

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 terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the luxury The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Manchester inn.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Local cuisine
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Ski lift tickets
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant offers 20 accommodations with fireplaces and complimentary bottles of water. Beds feature Frette Italian sheets and premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, bathrobes, designer 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). Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World.

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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
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Reluctant Panther

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Ski passes

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Fireplace
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 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

  • Weight limit: 15 lb per pet
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 50.00 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 50.00 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

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Reluctant Panther Inn
Reluctant Panther Inn Manchester
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The Reluctant Panther Inn & Restaurant Hotel Manchester
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant?

The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant?

As of 26 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant on 20 Oct 2026 start from NZ$445, 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.

Is parking available at The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant?

Yep, The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant has a free self car park.

What makes The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus Frette Italian sheets in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant.

Does The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant serve breakfast?

Yeah, free local cuisine breakfast is on offer daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant?

No, The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves American cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant?

There is a golf course next to The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant.

The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 340 out of 384 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 384 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 384 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 384 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 384 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, the lodge room was spacious and spotless with a huge bathroom and fireplace. Food in the restaurant was excellent. Would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, nice staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Spacious room with sitting area and fireplace.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charm, staff, location
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
We have stayed multiple times at the Reluctant Panther and will continue to do so.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful property with spacious and very clean room, better than average bed, fireplace (!), and delicious breakfast…plus a very welcoming host. We hope to return!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exactly the kind of Inn you want in VT. The room was amazing, staff could not be more accommodating, and the food was excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My wife and I enjoyed our stay at The Reluctant Panther. The property was beautiful and conveniently located just a short drive from the town center. There are also restaurants and other hotels within walking distance. The room was spacious, clean, and comfortable. We enjoyed the complimentary breakfast that was delivered to our door each morning. Shout out to Richard for an easy check in/out. We hope to come back for another stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Reluctant Panther was a cut above the other inns that I have stayed at. On check in, we were walked to our room and shown where everything was. The room was very large and comfortable. There was a nice seating area in front of a fireplace. We chose to eat dinner at the restaurant in the hotel and had a truly excellent meal and excellent service. Breakfast is served in a basket that can be picked up in the dining room or delivered to your room. All in all, our stay was exceptional.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Welcoming and lovely
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff amazing grounds/property lovely rooms and great breakfasts delivered in baskets
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location is terrific, the hotel is charming and clean, and the staff was extremely warm and welcoming. Will definitely go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They just do everything well. The hotel is clean and quiet. The service is suberb - friendly and attentive. Our favorite place to stay in Southern Vermont.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was dirty and run down. There were ants in the window seal in the dining area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Beautiful room and wonderful dining
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning room with fireplace and view over pond to mountains beyond. Staff very welcoming and escorted us to room. Chef was a true gift to the Inn, his highest goal is to make the customer happy. Beautiful facility, perfect location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It feels like home when we stay here. The staff is friendly and welcoming. Our room was upgraded and we loved the fireplace and jacuzzi tub! Breakfast is delivered right to your room in a lovely picnic basket. This was our second stay. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
amazing service, loved the room and the staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay! The room was spacious and the bed was heaven. The breakfast was amazing and they were even able to offer gluten free options!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast was sufficient, good options. Room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet/relaxing Valentines Weekend. Room was awesome, friendly staff. Excellent light breakfast. That's why we keep coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay! Breakfast was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities
Perfect vacation spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Inn in a great location, warm staff, excellent restaurant (if a bit pricey), wonderfully appointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was fantastic. Beautiful rooms. Great service.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025