This is a first review for me- that's how important I feel it is to say we would never stay there again. The price of the room was very expensive- for a bad matress and bad pillows! The fireplace was electric. The decor was very cheap. I've stayed in better $99/night places. The service was mediocre at best for lunch... more

My partner and I wanted to have a wedding in VT, although we live in FL. All arrangements had to be made long-distance. Our contact at The Essex was professional, helpful, friendly, and made our special day an amazing event. We held the rehearsal here and the following day the wedding and reception. Although we had a small group of... more

My husband and I found this place on a whim when we decided to visit Vermont. We stayed only for one night, but would consider returning to VT just to visit this place again. Our room was not extravagant, but very clean and functional. We had a studio room, which included a kitchenette, and a small gas fireplace. The indoor... more

We chose this property because of it's affiliation with the New England Culinary Institute (NECI). We expected great food and service, but the meals exceeded our expectations at both the Tavern (breakfast, casual lunch/dinner) and at Butler's (formal dining). Be sure to ask for a table served by Tucker. My wife took a cooking class from an NECI instructor which... more

We had a wonderful time during our 3 night stay and really enjoyed the Essex. I wasn't quite sure what to expect after reading some of the reviews here but we thoroughly enjoyed the facilities and the food. Outdoors. The grounds have some beautiful flower gardens, herb gardens and a vegetable garden with a chef scarecrow. The outdoor pool area... more

My travelling companion and I sayed at the Inn for three nights in August 2009. The buildings and grounds were pretty but nothing special. Our room was a good size but the bathroom is old and very small for a so called luxury resort and for the price. Housekeeping seems to be an issue. It was minimal and one day... more

I stayed one week at the Essex with my wife and two young sons, four and eight. We stayed in a one bedroom with kitchenette in the living room, and the boys shared the pull-out sofa bed. The room was nice though a little smaller than similar accomodations at other resorts. The mattress in the bedroom was a little too... more

My wife and I just took advantage of a Hotel/Concert package offered by The Essex. The Hotel was quietly elegant with lots of New England charm and the tickets to the Brad Paisley concert were Excellent. The room was extremely quiet at night making it possible to get a good night's sleep. Dining in one of 2 restaurants on site... more

We stayed at The Essex for three nights. It was a great stay. We didn't like our first room, but the very helpful staff moved us without any problem, that was a great start. The hotel is set outside of town next to the forest, it's very green and lush all around the hotel. Both rooms, the one we saw... more