The Palmer House Resort, an Ascend Collection Hotel

3.0 star property
Golfers can perfect their swing on a 9-hole course, while others relax poolside at this Vermont retreat where fresh air meets genuine hospitality

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The Palmer House Resort, Ascend Hotel Collection offers easy access to Gander Gallery and Lye Brook Falls. Guests can golf, relax in the spa tub, or gather around the firepit. Clove + Maple serves breakfast, and the resort provides free WiFi and bike rentals.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AED 434
AED 538 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(16 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(53 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

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

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

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

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • Resort view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Manchester Center, The Palmer House Resort, an Ascend Collection Hotel is in the city center and on a lake. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by American Museum of Fly Fishing, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lye Brook Falls and Dana L. Thompson Memorial Park. Don't miss out on a visit to Southern Vermont Arts Center. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and downhill skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as snowshoeing and sledding. Visit our Manchester Center travel guide
Map
5383 Main St, Manchester Center, VT, 05255

What's nearby

  • A white covered bridge with a sign indicating a 10-foot clearance and a weight limit of 3 tons.
    Battenkill River
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Lye Brook Falls
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Manchester Designer Outlets
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Dana L. Thompson Memorial Park
    19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • American Museum of Fly Fishing
    4 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • Albany Intl. Airport (ALB)
    81 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    14 min walk
  • Dunkin'
    16 min walk
  • Ye Olde Tavern
    4 min walk
  • Willoughby’s Depot Eatery
    12 min walk
  • Stewart's Shops
    19 min walk

About this property

The Palmer House Resort, an Ascend Collection Hotel

  • Hotel near Manchester Designer Outlets
  • Located close to Lye Brook Falls and Dana L. Thompson Memorial Park, The Palmer House Resort, an Ascend Collection Hotel provides free continental breakfast, a golf course, and a firepit. Active travelers can enjoy fishing at this hotel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, Clove + Maple, offers breakfast and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and a bar.
  • You'll also find perks like:
    • A seasonal outdoor pool and an indoor pool, along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
    • Free self parking
    • 2 outdoor tennis courts, express check-out, and luggage storage
    • Outdoor furniture, barbecue grills, and free newspapers
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 50 individually decorated rooms boast perks such as pillow menus and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and separate sitting areas. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Heating and ceiling fans
    • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and tubs or showers
    • 36-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
    • Wardrobes/closets, patios, and separate sitting areas

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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
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • 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 washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

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 available
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 October 6 to May 27:
  • One of the swimming pools
  • Hot tub

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 16.49 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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

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 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from May to September
Pool access available from 9 AM to 9 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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
Alcohol is not served at this property

Frequently asked questions

Does The Palmer House Resort, an Ascend Collection Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9 AM–9 PM. One of the pools is closed seasonally each year from October 6 to May 27.

How much does it cost to stay at The Palmer House Resort, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

As of 23 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Palmer House Resort, an Ascend Collection Hotel on 18 August 2026 start from AED 434, excluding 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 The Palmer House Resort, an Ascend Collection Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Palmer House Resort, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Palmer House Resort, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Palmer House Resort, an Ascend Collection Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Manchester Center, this golf hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Lye Brook Falls and Manchester Designer Outlets. Dana L. Thompson Memorial Park and American Museum of Fly Fishing are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Palmer House Resort, an Ascend Collection Hotel Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 453 out of 974 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 290 out of 974 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 128 out of 974 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 974 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 48 out of 974 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa Or Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this little motel style resort. Our king room was HUGE. The water in the shower was HOT. AC wasn’t the best but kept us cool enough plus a fan above the bed. Stunning area and the small town near by is soo cute
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Poolopen 9 to 9
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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6/10 Okay

David

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed in suite room July 2026. On plus side, room was spacious and mostly clean and it was a short walk to downtown Manchester. But roof shingles were disintegrating and chips of it littered the deck. Shower had some black mildew. Sofa and chairs had the hardest cushion of any upholstered furniture I've sat in. Coffee maker unusable due to water left in it that promoted some kind of mold in tank. My request for new coffee maker and another set of towels was ignored. Indoor pool has lots of peeling paint and outdoor pool needed skimming - saw a plastic cup floating in it. Complimentary breakfast was not as good as typical chain. Disappointing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Joey

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place totally sucked. I would never stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They noticed i had a 13 year old daughter and 9 year old son in toe. The upgrade to a suíte was complimentary and close to the pool. Definitely suggest this place. Breakfast was good and everything is close. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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6/10 Okay

Ann-Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at the Palmer House years ago and this visit was not as good. The hotel appears run down, the English muffins for breakfast were stale and there was a man hanging outside of his room two doors down from us shirtless and smoking. The staff was lovely and very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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4/10 Poor

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
AC did not work. Temp in room was over 85. Front desk told us it was a whole resort problem which was not true after speaking to other guests. They could not fix the problem or give us another room. Toilet did not flush. My husband had to fix chain. Sink did not drain. We did not stay and got a refund.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I would definitely stay here again, but the property itself is a little run down. I'm sure that at one time the place was beautiful, but it appears that years of deferred maintenance could be taking its toll. The once beautiful marble walkways all around the place seem to be falling into disrepair, and the maroon canopies that cover several road-facing windows are now sun faded and sagging. While the walls, ceilings,and floors of our room seem to have been recently renovated , it looks like they just moved the same old nicked, scratched, and stained furniture back into the room. But the thing that was of most concern to me was that the Cable remote wasn't paired to the TV, making watching a World cup game very difficult that evening. The one saving grace was that, on a 90+ degree day, the pool was cool, clean, and used surprisingly little by the other guests. Also, the staff at the front desk were very polite and professional, both upon check-in and check-out .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Robert

Every was nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location but the room (and bath) was very tired. Staff was super friendly. The weather wasn't great so we didn't use the pool or other amenities. Affordable and quiet though.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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6/10 Okay

Mary

Disliked: Amenities
Room itself was fine. Bathroom really outdated. Couldn’t get WiFi in the room. Front desk couldn’t assist
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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6/10 Okay

Arlene

Liked: Staff & service
I do not normally give a mediocre review but I had to in this case. The view was great and the room had been redecorated not that long ago I feel but the bed had to be decades old. We got very poor sleep as the bed was sunken in in the middle into a big valley it wasn’t anything the front desk could have solved. So on our second night we put one of the pillows between us so we didn’t roll to the middle ( we are not heavy people either ) and we slept a little better. It also was very hard. The curtains were hanging off one corner and wouldn’t stay closed in the middle. There was a stick on the bathroom floor and the shower curtain also needed replacing as it was once white but very stained. The couch was a nice feature but cushion was also misshapen. The flooring walls and other amenities were ok. Could use some options for charging. TV only worked after I plugged in the HDMI cord that was hanging down the back. Don’t think I would return unfortunately.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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6/10 Okay

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I did not like the fact to have to drive to the pool because it was raining. The gym very outdated. No water in the outside hot tub. Breakfast did not look good so we skipped it. The pond dock was falling apart, the boat was half sunk with cans littered in it. The pond itself needs upkeep. Ice machine was broke and the bar wasn't open. No microwave in the room. The rooms are nice just to many cons.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was easy. Room was clean. Bed was comfortable. You can sit on the porch just beside your unit. You can sit on the patio sets with the propane fire pit. I needed to do some computer work and had to go out to the patio since there was not a table in the room. The wind made it difficult. The microwave had a special way to open it after cooking. A suggestion would be to place a note next to the microwave with instructions to hit stop button first, then push the open button in order to retrieve cooked item. It was pleasant to visit with others at the patio fire pit. Otherwise it was nice and relaxing. Breakfast was simple and nourishing, especially nice when someone else cooks. Insert smile here. We visited the little trails nearby and found a pond. There are games and sports equipment you can use, in the lobby. Overall it was a reasonable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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4/10 Poor

Bernard

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The floor between the bathroom and the bedroom had huge holes in it, which was dangerous; the bathtub still had soap residue, making it slippery; and the king-sized bed was so worn out that my entire side sagged toward the floor. Let’s just say that for $260 USD, I was really unimpressed—not to mention the stains on the wall and curtains, the details of which I’ll spare you. Room 15
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Nazokat

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
We stayed with my kids for one night, Property it’s very nice, a lot of activities. Breakfast is good. They give us house with 2 bedrooms it’s very old, need upgrades. Bed sheets are clean. But I don’t like the bathroom, shower is not clean, holes in the wall.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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6/10 Okay

Matthew

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Gentleman that checked us in was very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was typical continental breakfast and was good. Had two rooms, first room was fine. Clean but air conditioning did not work. Second room, heat did not work and our first night was cool out. They did move the second room. Heat worked well in the new room, however had dead flies throughout. Pool and hot tub in need of a cleaning. Forget the gym equipment. It’s all rusted and in disrepair. Would I stay here again, no. But it is what it is, and it is cheaper than anything else immediately around. Overall property is in need of a major overhaul/update.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Always enjoy our stay there
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

Linda

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Comfy room and bed. Very clean. Pillows were too fat. There were roof shingles on the deck and the deck wood needs some sanding. The buildings where the suites are located needs serious roof work. Grounds are beautiful and well maintained. Staff was awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very satisfied with our stay! Nice hot tub as well as pool
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Michael

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly , hotel is Nasty , run away !!! Vermont ???? Can do better, worst than a Atlanta motel sad ,, Got fooled by the pictures, this place is bad
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Yingyi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it's all good
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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4/10 Poor

Todd

Room was dusty ans did not appear to have been cleaned properly, had an allergy flair up. Found hairs in the bathroom. No other rooms available had to leave. Had to leave to another place. However staff was understanding, polite and tried to accommodate. It just didn’t work for us.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jarmila

Clean and large room, nice staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Johanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property close to Stratton!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026