Kimpton Taconic Hotel in Manchester welcomes you and your furry friends to a luxurious stay. The hotel boasts a seasonal outdoor pool with stunning mountain views, perfect for relaxation. Each room features a flat-screen TV, cozy earth-tone decor, and local artwork.
Exceptional Services and Amenities
Enjoy the convenience of private parking and a 24-hour front desk ready to assist you. Unwind at the evening social hour with complimentary wine and local brews, fostering a sense of community among guests.
Ideal Location for Year-Round Activities
Located in historic Manchester Village, Kimpton Taconic provides access to a variety of seasonal activities from leaf-peeping to skiing. Immerse yourself in the beauty of Vermont's landscapes and explore outdoor adventures all year long.
Book now for an unforgettable stay at Kimpton Taconic Hotel in Manchester!
✦HAPPI HIGHLIGHTS
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Exceptional service
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Clean and lovely rooms
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Great food options
At the hotel
Popular amenities
94 listed
24-hour front desk
24-hour security
Accessible parking
Air conditioning
Allergy-free room
ATM/cash machine on site
Babysitting/child services
Bar
Bike tours
Bingo
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Pools & wellness
Fence around pool
Heated pool
Outdoor pool
Outdoor pool - seasonal
Plunge pool
Swimming pool
Dining & drinks
Breakfast in the room
Food delivered to guest room
Fruits
Kid meals
Restaurant
Sanitized tableware & silverware
Special diet menus - on request
Wine/champagne
Fitness & outdoors
Broadcast Live sport events
Cycling
Fitness center
Fitness facilities
Golf course
Hiking
Kids' outdoor play equipment
Outdoor fireplace
Outdoor furniture
Tennis court
Terrace
Rooms & comfort
CCTV in common areas
CCTV outside property
Heating
Lower bathroom sink
Non-smoking rooms
Shared lounge/TV area
Soundproof rooms
Safety & cleanliness
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Dry cleaning
Fire extinguishers
First aid kit available
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
Safety deposit box
Smoke alarms
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Getting around & access
Facilities for disabled guests
Free Parking
Lift / Elevator
Parking
Private parking
Shuttle service
Shuttle service (additional charge)
Shuttle service (free)
Valet parking
Wheelchair accessible
Guest services
Concierge service
Express check-in/check-out
Fax/photocopying
Ironing service
Laundry
Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
Luggage storage
Meeting/banquet facilities
Pet basket
Pet bowls
Pets allowed
Services & essentials
Board games/puzzles
Bowling
Canoeing
Cashless payment available
Daily housekeeping
Electric vehicle charging station
Fishing
Free WiFi
Higher level toilet
Horse riding
Key access
Key card access
Movie nights
Non-smoking throughout
Packed lunches
Picnic area
Shallow end
Ski storage
Skiing
Temporary art galleries
Toilet with grab rails
WiFi available
Review in focus
342 reviews
2/ 10
i came at my check in time, 4 pm, and the room wasn’t ready until 5 pm. ridiculous. they told us there was nothing they could do and offered zero help. the check out time is 11 am so they had well over 5 hours to clean the room knowing guests were checking in at 5. they also gifted the couple in front of us a gift bag, and didn’t offer one to us, honestly felt like they were doing it on purpose since we mentioned the room not being ready. guest service wasn’t helpful, they told us they had 82 other rooms to clean when we mentioned that ours wasn’t clean yet, the manager didn’t help either. honestly i wouldn’t recommend room isn’t that clean, especially after they had 6 hours to clean it. Joe was spectacular though, i’ve never met someone as kind as him.
505averyk · Couples · 2026-08-27
The guest experience
9.0out of 10 342 verified reviews
Loved most
Exceptional service
Clean and lovely rooms
Great food options
Worth knowing — Inconsistent service · High prices for average value · Limited amenities
How guests scored the stay
Food and Beverage10.0
Breakfast at the Copper Grouse is praised for being tasty with a good selection of local delicacies.
Room Quality9.9
Rooms described as fabulous, clean, and with personalized touches.
Service9.4
Generally good service, but inconsistent during peak hours; staff is friendly and attentive.
Overall Experience9.4
A mix of high points and frustrations, but generally a satisfying experience.
Location9.0
Not within walking distance to the main town; location could be improved.
Cleanliness8.5
The carpet was soaking wet during check-in, which affected the overall impression of cleanliness.
Amenities8.4
Limited amenities including a lack of a gym and a resort fee for basic services.
Value for Money7.4
Perception of extortionate rates for average hotel quality; felt overcharged.
Live guest feedback
Guest reviews
Mixed experiences
69% of 13 recent stays rated 8+
9.0342 reviews
HORRIBLE guest service
2/10
505averyk · Couples · 2026-08-27
“i came at my check in time, 4 pm, and the room wasn’t ready until 5 pm. ridiculous. they told us there was nothing they could do and offered zero help. the check out time is 11 am so they had well over 5 hours to clean the room knowing guests were checking in at 5. they also gifted the couple in front of us a gift bag, and didn’t offer one to us, honestly felt like they were doing it on purpose since we mentioned the room not being ready. guest service wasn’t helpful, they told us they had 82 other rooms to clean when we mentioned that ours wasn’t clean yet, the manager didn’t help either. honestly i wouldn’t recommend room isn’t that clean, especially after they had 6 hours to clean it. Joe was spectacular though, i’ve never met someone as kind as him.”
Guest review
8/10
Eliot · couple · 2026-08-03
“Very good breakfast, but overly expensive, compared to local restaurants; room was quiet, but unfortunately with no view”
Quaint hotel in a super dog friendly town
10/10
ABG678 · Family · 2026-06-29
“First let's talk about the hotel... lovely, quaint hotel with lots of seating areas downstairs and outside. Free parking...closest parking for handicap, electric charging vehicles and diamond elite patrons. There is a valet there when you pull up to the hotel but we did not utilize his service. There were also bicycles stored there that can be rented from the hotel. At check in we were given one free drink coupon per person per night for their nightly happy hour (5-6pm). Happy hour provides a selection of wine and one type of beer (pretty sure it was an IPA)...and i did see apple juice boxes as well. The 'light refreshments' is freshly popped popcorn. Happy hour is well attended so come early if you'd like to get a nice spot to sit. We were told coffee and tea were available all day in the lobby but we only saw it available during the restaurant's breakfast hours. They had some great cold brew and i was able to add a few pumps of hazelnut/caramel/vanilla flavors. The limited availability may have been related to the restaurant's limited hours on the days we were there. Newspaper is provided each morning. They get a few copies of the Wall St Journal in the lobby and it's first come first serve. First morning we were too late...second morning we were better prepared and got to the lobby earlier!
Rooms - small but nice. I was on the second floor and overlooked the wedding lawn. My room had 2 queen beds, a chair, a tiny round table next to the chair, a set of drawers, TV, a nightstand, an armoir for hanging clothes, and a small fridge with a very small freezer. Room provided a robe, a yoga mat, an iron, a flashlight, and a luggage rack. I had thought the hotel provided a dog bed and dog bowls but that was not the case.
Dogs - no fee for the dog to stay at the hotel; there were probably 5 other dogs at the hotel the same time as us;. I had to sign a waiver that the dog would behave, not sit on the furniture and if the dog disturbed guests during quiet hours and I couldn't be reached...there would be a $250 fee. The dog was allowed everywhere in the hotel except inside the restaurant (fine for him to be in the outside part of the restaurant) and the pool area. I did not venture to the gym. Waste bags were available around the property. In the lobby was a water bowl, a 'stick' library, and one dog bed. The town was the most dog friendly town I've ever seen. My dog went into every store with me (outlets, Vermont Teddy Bear Co/Flannel Co). Every restaurant we chose had outdoor seating and the dog was allowed to join us outside. After check out, we drove over to Stratton Mountain Resort (1/2 hr) and rode the gondola up the mountain ($29/person)...and the dog went with us up the mountain!
The Edit by Chase - I utilized my Chase Sapphire Reserve card, Edit credit and platinum elite status. We received $60 off at breakfast for two mornings. There were three of us, but the front desk simply gets the final bill and removes $60 each day. We utilized our $100 property credit for dinner at the restaurant. We did not enjoy our meal here at all but at least it was almost free. Lastly i want to comment on the 'guaranteed 4pm checkout (if available).' I asked upon arrival for late checkout and they told me to check back on checkout day. 7am on checkout day, i texted the front desk about late checkout but did not receive a response. I went down to the desk and was offered 1pm checkout (which is short of what should be offered for platinum elite status (2pm) or Edit (4pm). The 1pm checkout actually worked out fine for us so I didn't argue but just want to point out this data point to others expecting Edit perks.
Planned this last minute getaway...Wed - Fri at the end of June. Learned we were in a bit of a shoulder season and it seemed as if things were going to pick up in town the following week. Due to the shoulder season, we found that some places had varying hours.
Hotel provided us with 2 free tickets to Hildene upon request. There were 3 people in our room and we were able to get 3 free tickets. It was a nice place to visit...but dogs are not allowed. There were free golf carts w drivers provided throughout the property to take you from one site to the next (main house, train car, farm, etc). We were there for nearly 4 hours.
Within walking distance was a pub restaurant (mulligans), a fancy restaurant (silver fork), the fly fishing museum, and orvis / orvis fly fishing school (free!).”
Beware the hidden resort fee
4/10
travelb00k · Couples · 2026-06-27
“It's a modern building done up to look like a traditional inn, with wraparound porch and library--sitting area. Good for a getaway if you don't demand much, as some corner-cutting is evident. Standard amenities such as a coffee maker are missing, and shops and the restaurant may be shuttered. Beware the resort fee. It's hidden in menus when you book online and doesn't show until you've given your credit card and clicked to book. When I complained, I was informed that it covered use of the pool (closed during our late-June visit) use of photocopy machine, and shopping coupons, as well as a few items that might actually be desirable, such as use of bikes.”
Underwhelming experience
4/10
Venture38493781210 · Couples · 2026-06-17
“Pre booked as a part of a New England road trip. No restaurant on either of the days here. Don’t open midweek - not busy enough to bother! No bar either. Ist night bought our own wine to drink around the fire pit. 2nd night no fire pit. Enquired why and was told only the chef has access to the propane! But he wasn’t here so…??
Hotel very nice but facilities zero stars and disappointing given the cost of staying here plus the $40 amenity charge!!!
Research other options before you stay here.”
Great hotel in Manchester
10/10
VermontMama3 · Couples · 2026-06-15
“Great hotel in Manchester! A little outside of town but in walking distance to town center and lots of restaurants. Modern, clean. Tons of comfortable seating areas, both indoors and outdoors. Big wraparound porch with couches and chairs. Outstanding coffee bar with iced and regular coffee, plant-based milks, flavored syrups. Nice staff. EV charging. Pool. Great value - we paid $150 on Priceline.”
Best front desk staff!!!!!
10/10
838alexas · Couples · 2026-06-06
“Celeste made our trip 100 times better, we couldn’t have asked for a friendlier, more kind and informative person to answer all our questions and help guide us on what activities we should do in Manchester for the day. We love her and we love the Taconic!!!!”
Stay here. It’s great!
8/10
Claire · couple · 2026-05-30
“It has a great vibe. Very relaxed and sociable in a stylish setting. Nice!”
Chase Travel Edit benefits not honored + double charged
2/10
jayo463 · Solo travel · 2026-05-08
“I booked the Kimpton Taconic Hotel through the Chase Travel Edit Hotel Program, which requires prepaying the stay in exchange for guaranteed benefits, including a guaranteed 4:00 pm late checkout.
The hotel refused to honor the guaranteed late checkout. At check‑in, I was handed a paper outlining my benefits that stated checkout was “upon availability,” which directly contradicts what is published on Chase Travel. Chase Travel clearly states “Guaranteed 4 pm late checkout” and does not mention availability at booking, at check‑in, or anywhere on the Chase Travel site. I had to call Chase Travel, and Chase then had to call the hotel directly to correct what felt like a bait‑and‑switch situation.
It got worse after checkout.
Despite having already prepaid through Chase, I was later hit with two additional charges for room and tax directly from the hotel. When I contacted the hotel, they claimed they had “not received any payment.” After calling Chase again, I was told the hotel failed to charge Chase’s virtual credit card within the required time window, and instead charged me again.
Bottom line:
Guaranteed Chase Travel Edit benefits were not honored
The front desk was unaware of, or unwilling to recognize, a premium program booking
I was double charged due to the hotel’s internal billing failure
I am still having to call to get the double charge resolved
This stay completely undermined the value of booking through Chase Travel Edit. Until Kimpton Taconic can properly handle prepaid third‑party bookings and consistently honor guaranteed benefits, I cannot recommend staying here—especially if you expect a premium, seamless experience.”
A Perfect Vermont Getaway – Dog-Friendly, Luxurious, and an Ideal Location!
10/10
marcusbZ3840JJ · Couples · 2026-05-06
“We absolutely loved every minute of our visit. From the moment we walked in, the front desk staff were incredibly helpful and welcoming, setting the perfect tone for our trip.
The room was fantastic. The bed was incredibly comfortable, but the unexpected star of the room was the shower—it featured independent pressure and temperature controls, which was an amazing, luxurious touch! The hotel is also truly pet-friendly; having a high-quality Orvis dog bed already waiting in the room for our dog was so appreciated.
We dined at the on-site restaurant, The Copper Grouse, and it was exceptional. They were wonderfully accommodating regarding our food allergies, offering many great salad options packed with fresh ingredients, and every single dish was beautifully plated.
I loved the thoughtful integration of local Vermont brands for the products used throughout the hotel. The property itself is gorgeous, from the stunning mountain views to the beautiful lobby areas filled with comfortable seating that invite you to just sit and relax.
Finally, the location is absolutely ideal. It’s tucked away enough to feel relaxing, but it is not far at all from the downtown area, making it perfectly situated to explore local gems like the excellent Northshire Bookstore.
If you are looking for a beautiful, welcoming, and relaxing stay in Manchester, we cannot recommend the Kimpton Taconic enough. It was an amazing experience from start to finish!”
Our Vermont Home Away From Home
10/10
BearyChoco · Couples · 2026-04-21
“The Kimpton Taconic continues to be our favorite New England escape from the city. This recent stay was another perfect example of why we keep coming back, and it really starts at the top. Nick, the GM, sets a tone of excellence that you feel across the entire property.
We were so grateful for a generous room upgrade to one of the recently renovated cottage suites. The refresh was overseen by Mike, the facilities supervisor, and his hardworking team, and they did a great job. The room was pristine and everything sparkled. We appreciate that Mike always remembers our names and greets us warmly every time we return.
The hospitality was seamless from the moment we pulled up. Jaydoura gave us a wonderful welcome and personally made sure all our requests were fulfilled. We also have to give a shout-out to Kristin, our breakfast server, who is always so friendly and attentive. Speaking of breakfast, the Copper Grouse is a can’t-miss. Even if you’re just there for the morning meal, the local, farm-fresh ingredients are incredible.
If you’re looking for a great New England inn escape where you’re treated like family, this is it. We can’t wait to return in May!”
Heaven in New England!
10/10
EdwardW1984 · Couples · 2026-04-18
“My wife Cecilia have been big fans of the Kimpton Taconic since it opened and someone each stay is more memorable than the last. If you are looking for an authentic and elevated New England bed and breakfast experience, the Taconic fits that bill in every regard. Special thank you to (i) hotel General Manager Nicholas, who makes sure that the guest experience is beyond first rate, (ii) front desk manager Jaydoura, who went above and beyond to ensure that each of our requests throughout our stay were taken care of and (iii) facilities supervisor Mike who oversaw a recent refresh of the guest rooms and cottages. We also wanted to recognize housekeeping ace Shannon, who not only greeted us so warmly every morning but also went out of her way to pick up small bottles of mouthwash at local store as the front desk had run out. That is just one example of how attentive the entire staff treats guests at the Taconic. As residents of New York City, we savor each and every stay at the Taconic to get away from it all and enjoy the great state of Vermont.”
Another Lovely Visit
10/10
sullific · Couples · 2026-03-25
“Always a pleasant experience here. Staff is always friendly and helpful, rooms always clean and quiet, dog always welcome, etc. etc. etc. We try to come here at least once a year, usually for our anniversary - they always leave us something for the occasion (though I did notice that it was a bit leaner this year - used to be prosecco and a cheese plate, e.g….this year
Just the prosecco so I had to hit the store in town for the cheese and crackers) - but the hotel is our tradition and will continue to be so…”
