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The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant

4.0 star property
4-star luxury inn with free WiFi

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Deluxe Room
Garden
Superior Room
Deluxe Room
Property entrance

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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

Room options

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room

Superior Room

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Manchester

In Manchester .Within a 5-minute walk of this Manchester inn, you'll find Green Mountain National Forest and Golf Club at Equinox. Also, American Museum of Fly Fishing is within half a mile (1 km) and Southern Vermont Arts Center is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Golf Club at Equinox - 4 min walk
  • American Museum of Fly Fishing - 8 min walk
  • Equinox Preservation Trust - 19 min walk
  • Manchester Designer Outlets - 2 min drive
  • Hildene - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Albany Intl. Airport (ALB) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Zoey's Double Hex - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Works Bakery Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Charlies Coffee H - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant

4-star luxury inn with free WiFi
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 (free)
  • 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 bottled water. Beds feature Frette Italian sheets and premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, designer toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones 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.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)

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–10:00 AM
  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar
  • Room service available

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Fireplace
  • Free local calls
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local maps
  • Phone
  • Restaurant dining guide

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • Weight limit: 15 lbs 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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

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
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 each 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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The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 240 out of 273 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 273 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 273 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 273 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 273 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

WADE, CAMBRIDGE

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful and relaxing stay at the Reluctant Panther - also enjoyed Manchester, VT - it all surprised us delightfully.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne Marie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We returned after a 43 hiatus! Did not disappoint! Wonderful stay and elegant, delicious dinner in their restaurant. The town has changed a bit but enjoyable. Toured the Hildene Lincoln Todd estate which we highly recommend. Thank you, Richard and Bonnie of the Reluctant Panther for the recommendation.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Having dined here in the past we decided to make a stay at the inn as well as enjoy a nice dinner. Room was clean, comfortable, spacious and well appointed. Dinner was excellent. Breakfast basket was appreciated but could be improved somewhat. Will definitely come back
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the overall ambience and the friendliness of all staff. Our stay was relaxing, worry-free and we really appreciated the uniqueness of the room. Found it to be very comfortable and clean. We will fondly remember our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay, and especially our cute breakfast basket delivered to our door. Very much appreciated! Would love to stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful rooms. Breakfast was delivered each morning to our room, and it was excellent. Friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We would stay here again. The staff was friendly and very accommodating. Our room was spacious and comfortable even if slightly dated, and an excellent breakfast from scratch was included each morning. All in all, the inn provides great value for money compared to the other options nearby.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie-Pierre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quaint, very New England, amazing, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

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

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Mary at check in was a delight.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice room
Easy check-in - lovely room. Found the beds a bit too hard for our liking. Nice way to do the breakfast by ordering the night before and they were able to accommodate the allergy. It was a shame that the restaurant was closed the night we were there.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John, wyckoff

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

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

Candace

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful weekend away in Manchester at this charming inn. Attentive, warm staff all around. Great dinner at the restaurant - trout and pork chop were both excellent, along with the signature lobster fondue. Will definitely return!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property! Excellent service! Great location! Plenty of parking…
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kurt

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

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Special treat
Loved the spacious room, huge bathroom and view out our window of Mt Equinox. And the breakfast basket in the morning was a perfect start to the morning. Thank you for all the hospitality. Wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Molly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful Inn with large rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda and William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was spacious and lovely. The breakfast was delicious and ample.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024