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The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant

4.0 star property
A peaceful retreat with garden surroundings where travelers can enjoy regional dishes in the restaurant while having easy access to local adventures

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The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant, beside a scenic golf course, offers a quiet escape with garden grounds and beautiful views. Guests enjoy a complimentary breakfast, explore nearby attractions, and savor local specialties and drinks at the on-site restaurant and bar.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
The current price is AED 658
AED 724 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan

Room options

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Superior Room | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board

Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Frette Italian linens
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Frette Italian linens
Premium bedding
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Manchester Village Historic District, a neighborhood in Manchester, The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant is in a rural area and next to a golf course. Equinox Preservation Trust and Emerald Lake State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Sugar Shack and Vermont Summer Festival. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and downhill skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledding. Visit our Manchester travel guide
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17-39 West Rd, Manchester, VT, 05254

What's nearby

  • 2017
    Battenkill River
    18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Golf Club at Equinox
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • American Museum of Fly Fishing
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Equinox Preservation Trust
    20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Manchester Designer Outlets
    3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Albany Intl. Airport (ALB)
    82 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    3 min drive
  • Stewart's Shops
    15 min walk
  • Dunkin'
    18 min walk
  • Zoey's Double Hex
    6 min drive
  • The Works Bakery Cafe
    3 min drive

About this property

The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant

Luxury upscale inn located in Manchester Village Historic District
Free breakfast (local cuisine), an adjacent golf course, and a terrace are just a few of the amenities provided at The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant. The on-site restaurant, The Reluctant Panther, features American cuisine. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Tour/ticket assistance, 1 meeting room, and concierge services
  • Outdoor furniture, luggage storage, and wedding services
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant offer comforts such as fireplaces and premium bedding, in addition to perks like air conditioning and bathrobes.
Other amenities include:
  • Frette Italian sheets and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and shower/tub combinations
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, heating, and limited housekeeping

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 transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

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

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • 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 available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Up to 15 lbs per pet

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 50.00 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

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

Is The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

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

As of 24 January 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant on 25 January 2026 start from $197.01, 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.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant located?

Located in Manchester Village Historic District, this luxury inn is within a 5-minute walk of Green Mountain National Forest and Golf Club at Equinox. American Museum of Fly Fishing and Southern Vermont Arts Center are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 306 out of 344 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 344 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 344 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 344 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 344 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and clean room! Amazing hospitality and delicious food from the restaurant. I’ve stayed here several times. Each time I fall more in love with the Reluctant Panther!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

ANTHONY

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was well appointed and spacious, clean and comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abbie

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

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We really enjoyed our guest suite. Plenty of room, spotless, pet friendly and walking didtance to everything!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Very nice and clean. I would stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good healthy choices for breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

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

Excellent inn

Room was very pleasant and roomy. The checkin was friendly. The restaurant was superb.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The included breakfast with your room that can be delivered to your room. We had ours delivered to the room and it was very nice to have it in our in our suite. All of the staff that we worked with were great.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

dmytro

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

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our absolute favorite place to stay in Manchester. The Inn is very nice and the staff is excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcieanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an unforgettable, amazing experience. The welcome from the front host was so inviting. She walked us to our room and shared all the amenities available to us. She gave us a fantastic dinner recommendation. We stayed in the “Library Room” which was charming. The big King bed was beyond comfortable which is why it was wonderful to be able to have the option to have breakfast in bed. Manchester is a bit posh but welcoming, and the foliage in October is beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

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

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a wonderful time, it was like staying with family, not just a hotel. The staff were lovely and helpful and the food was amazing. You will not be disappointed!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely weekend at The Relucatant Panther. The room was perfect. The area was quiet. It was convenient to everywhere we wanted to go. The dinner was scrumptious, and we loved the little basket with breakfast - just enough! The staff at both the desk and the dining room was amazing! We can't wait to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay. Suites were extremely large, the staff are super friendly and the location is right in town.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

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

Great Stay

Located in a quiet street not too far from the town amenities this is an excellent place to stay and eat.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
large room, delicious complementary breakfast, very attentive staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mackenzie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed and ate at the Inn the weekend of Valentine’s Day and we had a wonderful experience. The room was beautiful, cozy and clean. The staff were friendly and accommodating. The food was delicious and the town is very cute. I would love to come back and stay again—we still talk about it!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Great getaway

Very well located and the staff is really friendly. Our room was spacious and comfortable. It was peaceful, with a nice outdoor area including a pond and seating. Breakfast was fantastic and packed in a picnic basket so we could easily eat by the pond. Good value. Also, not included, but dinner there was fantastic!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wish we could have stayed longer but the staff were super attentive, dinner & breakfast was yummy and the rooms were gorgeous, spacious, comfortable and the fire was lit!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Second time we stayed here. Great service and great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meg/Bry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was extremely attentive! Breakfast delivered to our room and it was wonderful! The room and bathroom were very large and comfy!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. The staff was very nice. Our room was very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024