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Mad River Lodge

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, in the vicinity of Mad River Glen Cooperative

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Lobby sitting area
Lobby sitting area
Classic Double Room
Family
Exterior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$287
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept

Explore the area

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2354 Mill Brook Road, Waitsfield, VT, 05673
  • Mad River Glen Cooperative
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Sugarbush Ski Resort
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Sugarbush Resort Golf Club
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Burlington, VT (BTV-Burlington Intl.)
    ‪63 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Double Room

Classic Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Free extra futon mattress
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

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Comfort Double Room

Comfort Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Free extra futon mattress
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

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Standard Plus Room22 | Living area

Standard Plus Room22

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Satellite channels
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Free extra futon mattress
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

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StandardPlusRoom 7

StandardPlusRoom 7

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Satellite channels
Living room
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Family

Family

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Design Double Room

Design Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Satellite channels
Travel cot
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Simple

Simple

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Satellite channels
Travel cot
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Double Room

Basic Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Free extra futon mattress
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

About the area

Waitsfield

At Mad River Lodge, you'll be 3.6 km (2.2 mi) from Mad River Glen Cooperative and 6.6 km (4.1 mi) from Camel's Hump State Park. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and express check-in. Added amenities include laundry facilities, express check-out and a lift. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this 3-property class Waitsfield hotel include Sugarbush Ski Resort and Blueberry Lake Cross Country and Snowshoeing Center.

What's nearby

  • Mad River Valley - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Mad River Glen Cooperative - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Sugarbush Ski Resort - 12 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Sugarbush Resort Golf Club - 15 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Blueberry Lake Cross Country and Snowshoeing Center - 20 min drive - 18.7 km

Getting around

  • Waterbury Station - 25 min drive
  • Montpelier, VT (MPV-Edward F. Knapp State) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Green Mountain Lounge - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Castlerock Pub - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Allyn's Lodge - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Lawson's Finest Liquids - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wünderbar - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Mad River Lodge

Hotel with free parking, in the vicinity of Mad River Glen Cooperative
Mad River Lodge offers its guests laundry facilities, express check-in, and express check-out. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Waitsfield hotel is smoke free.

  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Mad River Lodge offers 22 accommodations with a hairdryer. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. This Waitsfield hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

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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

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Travel cot

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.
  • Lift (152 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoke-free property

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 and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an access code

Access methods

Access code, staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • 3 per cent destination fee will be charged.

We've listed all 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-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
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 and American Express. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Mad River Lodge?

Mad River Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 18 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mad River Lodge on 21 Sept 2025 start from NZ$279.10, 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 Mad River Lodge?

Yep, Mad River Lodge has a free self car park.

Is Mad River Lodge family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, as well as travel cots in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Mad River Lodge is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Mad River Lodge?

No, Mad River Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Mad River Lodge?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Mad River Lodge?

No, pets are not allowed.

Reviews

Mad River Lodge Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 207 out of 322 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 72 out of 322 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 322 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 322 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 322 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Erin, Duanesburg

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great place! So welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Morgan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great little lodge---convenient location relative to Mad River Glen and Sugarbush. Room was clean and cozy, and the check-in/check-out process worked flawlessly.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good Location. Room was clean and comfortable. All you need for one night. Could hear guests upstairs and no coffee in the room. Great for one night. Check in was super easy and super friendly
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jared

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was a little more basic then i was expecting but other than that it was a nice stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Near everything I need
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan, Suffield

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for skiing the Mad River area!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

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

8/10 Good

Shi Quan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda, Pipersville

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Mad River Lodge was like a home away from home. Clean, welcoming, close to ski resorts and super easy check in and out. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

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

8/10 Good

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Disliked: Room comfort

There are significantly better options

This hotel is possibly the worst hotel in the area. I’ve stayed here twice and both times I’ve regretted it. Paper thin walls, dated ascetic, and zero staff. If you want stay at a boarding house then go for it.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jose

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
They don’t provide any services, no making the room no cleaning the bathroom
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yves

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Farm house style
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

paul

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved convenience to waitsfield and mt ellen. Have stayed in past and will stay again in future. Floor boards above unit 12 could use some nails, kinda noisey. Fully expect it will get fixed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Martin

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

Très bien!

Deuxième fois à Mad River Lodge et toujours satisfait de l’endroit. J’y reviendrai.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colby

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
5 stars... except for maybe the dark showers..
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerin N

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

kimberly

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

charming

Very cute place to stay. Very clean and the innkeeper was very nice. Communication was amazing. Would 100% recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024