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Manchester · Vermont

The Equinox Golf Resort & Spa

3567 Main Street Route 7A, Manchester, Vermont, 05254

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Nov 24, 2026
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Nov 26, 2026
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HAPPI EXPERIENCE

The stay, in detail

  • Luxurious Accommodations

    Indulge in rooms adorned with rich colors, plush bedding, and modern amenities like flat-screen TVs and en suite bathrooms. Select rooms even offer breathtaking mountain or garden views.

  • Top-Notch Facilities

    Relax and rejuvenate at the full-service spa, take a dip in the indoor pool, or work up a sweat at the fitness center and sauna. For the adventurous souls, activities like horse riding and off-road driving await.

  • Culinary Delights

    Savor delectable dishes at The Chop House or opt for a more casual dining experience at Dormy Grill. Unwind with a cocktail at the Falcon Bar and enjoy the diverse culinary offerings right at your doorstep.

Experience luxury amidst the Green Mountains at Equinox Resort. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

HAPPI HIGHLIGHTS

  • Charming location

  • Outstanding amenities

  • Welcoming staff

At the hotel

Popular amenities

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  • 24-hour front desk
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Accessible parking
  • Air conditioning
  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • Auditory guidance
  • Bar
  • Beauty Services
  • Bike tours
  • Board games/puzzles
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Pools & wellness

  • Fitness/spa locker rooms
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Indoor pool
  • Manicure
  • Massage services
  • Pedicure
  • Sauna
  • Spa/wellness center
  • Spa/wellness center services
  • Steam room
  • Swimming pool

Dining & drinks

  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Kid meals
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Restaurant
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Special diet menus - on request
  • Vending machine - snacks
  • Wine/champagne

Fitness & outdoors

  • Cycling
  • Fitness center
  • Fitness classes
  • Fitness facilities
  • Golf course
  • Hiking
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis court
  • Tennis equipment
  • Water sport facilities on site
  • Yoga classes

Rooms & comfort

  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Heating
  • Hot spring bath
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Non-smoking rooms

Safety & cleanliness

  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Safety deposit box
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols

Getting around & access

  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free Parking
  • Lift / Elevator
  • Parking
  • Shuttle service
  • Shuttle service (free)
  • Wheelchair accessible

Guest services

  • Concierge service
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Pet basket
  • Pet bowls
  • Pets allowed
  • Walking tours

Services & essentials

  • Business center
  • Cashless payment available
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Evening entertainment
  • Fishing
  • Free WiFi
  • Happy hour
  • Higher level toilet
  • Horse riding
  • Key card access
  • Live music/performance
  • Minimarket on site
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Picnic area
  • Ski storage
  • Skiing
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Vending machine - drinks
  • Visual aids: Braille
  • WiFi available

Review in focus

677 reviews
5/ 10
Location and spa
Ava · family with children · 2026-10-17

The guest experience

7.0out of 10
677 verified reviews

Loved most

  • Charming location
  • Outstanding amenities
  • Welcoming staff

Worth knowing — Cleanliness issues · Inconsistent service quality

How guests scored the stay

  • Location8.3

    The location is mentioned positively, being charming and in walking distance.

  • Amenities8.3

    Amenities praised with special treats and enjoyment of the pool and spa.

  • Service7.8

    Overall positive but noted understaffing and some rude interactions.

  • Food and Beverage7.3

    Overall, food was praised but inconsistency noted in dining communication.

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Guest reviews

Mixed experiences

63% of 19 recent stays rated 8+

7.0677 reviews
  • Definitely not worth the expense.

    5/10

    Ava · family with children · 2026-10-17

    “Location and spa”

  • Horrible experience!

    1/10

    Burns · family with children · 2026-10-13

    “The location was good...but thats where it ends”

  • The room was comfortable and clean. I had a nice view of Equinox Mountain. Very comfortable bed.

    9/10

    ROSEMARY · extended group · 2026-10-10

    “Breakfast menu offered lots of choices. Coffee was excellent. The service was prompt and the servers were friendly.”

  • A fantastic long weekend and a comfortable stay at tuw Equinox.

    10/10

    Kurt · couple · 2026-09-11

    “Convenient to everything and steeped in rich history. Our go to hotel in Manchester.”

  • A historic luxury hotel with great staff

    10/10

    Curtis · family with children · 2026-09-11

    “The facilities were very nice including use of the spa. The grounds were beautiful. Coffee was available in the lobby as well as afternoon snacks. The tavern and bar were very welcoming. Best of all was the staff: Gigi at the front desk was very helpful and Yuta, the bellhop, was helpful and charming.”

  • Wonderful

    10/10

    alyssapA6874VH · Friends getaway · 2026-08-27

    “My friends and our kids stayed the night last night. The kids swam in the pool all day & then we went to eat at the restaurant and had a wonderful dinner. our server Maxine was amazing she was very patient and kind. Everything was wonderful our room was very clean & perfect fit for the 7 of us.”

  • Fun golf get away experience

    10/10

    L7171LVlouisc · Friends getaway · 2026-08-26

    “The staff, facilities and accommodations at the Equinox are all first class. The staff is friendly and welcoming. The golf course is challenging but playable for all levels of golfer and the setting is spectacular. I highly recommend the Equinox for your next golf get away.”

  • Not worth the money.... and what is the resort fee for?

    6/10

    Bhalpern1 · Family · 2026-08-24

    “The Equinox is a historic hotel in a wonderful location. I booked directly for almost $500 a night plus $50 night resort fees and taxes. I am clueless as to what the resort fees were for. Three days prior to our stay, I was looking for at travel sights and saw the same room that I had booked on discount for $296 a night plus the $50 night resort fees and taxes, so I cancelled my original room and rebooked through a 3rd party web site. I had no issues cancelling my original reservation. Even At $296 a night, plus resort fees, it was not worth the money. We had trouble with the HVAC in the room. When we arrived and entered our room it was 64 degrees at night. I turned on the heat and set it for 75 degrees. I woke up in the middle of the night to find it unbelievably hot in the room and the thermostat said it was 88 degrees. I tried to turn the system off and next I know it was 91 degrees in the room. I finally got the system to shut off and opened up all the windows to cool us off. I saw lots of people in robes downstairs in the resort, I have no clue how they got them. There were non in our room. Our bed had wooden shims under it to level it out. Having stated the negatives, the Pros were: The staff was very friendly, I played golf one day and the course is magnificent, we didn't eat at the hotel, but did have their apple cider donuts (a must have treat). We had some drinks at the bar and that was nice. The hotel has a wonderful location and property grounds. A positive is we didn't pay full rate per night.”

  • Great course, great people!

    10/10

    GaryF142 · Friends getaway · 2026-08-23

    “Just spent a couple days this past week playing Equinox. The staff was fantastic, from the pro, Joanie to the pro shop, starter, cart girl, and others! Everyone was so friendly and helpful. The course was in great shape, and you cannot beat that mountainous VT scenery. We ate a couple times on the porch at their restaurant, Dormy. The food and service were great. If you have the opportunity to play and/or stay at Equoinox, you will not be disappointed!”

  • Guest review

    10/10

    Christine · family with children · 2026-08-22

    “Location, beautiful grounds and views and lovely memories of our wedding day 22 years ago.”

  • A Vintage Venue With Class & Comfort

    8/10

    Durge · NONE · 2026-08-21

    “This is a vintage establishment that exudes New England country elegance and offers solid quality in service and accommodations. With age there certainly are various signs of wear and tear but for the most part everything you need is well taken care of. Parking is plentiful, there are numerous venues within the great expanse of the hotel. The main hotel has a variety of room types to choose from and should be explored before you choose your accommodations. There are also a few different area such as a lodge with balcony, the main hotel that is more the vintage decor, and other detached buildings of various character and appeal. The spa along with a large pool and exercise room is a fine addition for guests but the spa may be a bit pricey to some. The staff was generally very friendly and helpful. Life in Manchester is early to bed so be warned that bar service at the hotel ends between 9 and 10 and its lights out. But there is a very nice deck area behind the main building that’s a very comfortable hang out for the warmer weather months. There’s a nice library there as well for quiet study or reading. The courtyard behind the main building is also a pleasant setting for enjoying the Vermont weather where appropriate. Look for special deals as packages seem to vary wildly on price. Groups should enjoy some discounts. If you look for imperfections, you’ll probably find a few with a vintage establishment like this, but we experienced no issues and truly enjoyed our stay. Numerous staff there stood out during our five days and out of 18 people in our group the only complaint I heard of was the price of the cocktails and the closing time for the bar service. Also, their exclusive golf course is literally across the street, well maintained, quite playable for all skill levels and quite beautiful.”

  • Amazing.

    10/10

    Hendry56s · Friends getaway · 2026-08-21

    “Spent two wonderful days at The Equinox and loved every minute. From the warm welcome at check-in to the amazing staff at the golf course to the restaurant staff everyone was amazing. The room was beautiful and the scenery is breathtaking”

  • It’s an historic property that needs a lot of TLC and a lot more give-a-damn.

    5/10

    Jamie · couple · 2026-08-21

    “Great location”

  • Seems to be living off it's history

    4/10

    Frankieb31 · NONE · 2026-08-17

    “The staff was friendly and did their best to be helpful despite a lack of thorough training. The bartender and Emma, a waitress, were skillful and very helpful even though the dining room staff lacked proper updates (Emma was not told the menu was new which meant that the staff was not introduced or had a tasting of the new menu). The public spaces have been nicely updated and renovated, but that's where it stops. Although our room (229) was clean and the beds very comfortable, that's where it ended. The room was void of a refrigerator or safe and was very tired (broken window pane was taped together, rods were missing sheer drapery and the furniture was broken). The single public elevator doubled as the freight elevator so was beat up, dirty and the carpet was very worn. In lieu of using it, we tried the stairwell which was equally beat up and looked as though it hadn't been cleaned it years (filthy handrails and years of dirty finger prints on the door). After checking out at 8:30am, the desk clerk told me he couldn't make change (for tips) since he doesn't have access to cash and there wasn't a bellman to help us with our luggage.”

  • 10 out of 5 stars

    10/10

    U7712ZGmarcush · Solo travel · 2026-08-14

    “Great and fast service! Staff was very friendly and Jaeden went out of his way to ensure I was taken care of which added to the experience. I will be coming back!”

  • A huge property, nice grounds, superb pool, room facilities inadequate

    7/10

    Alan · extended group · 2026-08-13

    “The swimming pool is excellent”

  • Guest review

    10/10

    Karen · couple · 2026-08-12

    “Beautiful location”

  • Iconic Hotel

    8/10

    Wayne1112 · NONE · 2026-08-11

    “Having always wanted to stay at this iconic hotel I was pleased that it holds up fairly well to my expectations. The facility is getting a bit worn in places but considering the winter ski season and family orientation I can understand. It would be nice to go back and judge for myself again. Overall good expierience.”

  • Terrible Stay

    2/10

    KristinaFitz1 · NONE · 2026-08-10

    “We had a terrible stay here. We had to move rooms twice. The first room we had didn't have AC. We moved to another room that had a leak in the ceiling in the bathroom that caused water to pool on the floor and if you sat on the toilet, you would get dripped on and the toilet paper roll was soaking wet. The front desk was not helpful unless you pushed for resolution and they acted like you were being difficult or unreasonable. I asked to speak to the manager and she would not speak with me directly. She answered my questions thorugh the front desk person, who was somewhat clueless on protocol on how to handle the kinds of issues we experienced. I understand this is an old and historic hotel, so some quirkes are expected, but this was significant maintenance issues. On top of that, the waitstaff did not seem to take my son's nut allergy seriously, and it made what was supposed to be birthday celebration event and dinner very stressful. The entire weekened was overshadowed by stress and constantly moving rooms. The Hotel was not luxury and outdated, old and smelled like mold.”

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