The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant

Property class: 4
Luxury inn in Manchester with restaurant and bar/lounge

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The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant offers a fantastic location, putting you just steps from Green Mountain National Forest. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out The Reluctant Panther, which serves American cuisine. Other highlights at this luxurious inn include a bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by guests
Top-rated by travelers

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Air conditioning
$229 nightly
The total price is $252
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

View all photos for Superior Room

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a bedside table, a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with blinds.

Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room

A four-poster bed, a red sofa, a wooden dresser, and a lamp in a hotel room.

Deluxe Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(30 reviews)
  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
17-39 West Rd, Manchester, VT, 05254

What's nearby

  • Green Mountain National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Golf Club at Equinox - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • American Museum of Fly Fishing - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Southern Vermont Arts Center - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Equinox Preservation Trust - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Rutland, VT (RUT-Rutland Southern Vermont Regional) - 46 min drive
  • Springfield, VT (VSF-Hartness State) - 66 min drive
  • Glens Falls, NY (GFL-Floyd Bennett Memorial) - 71 min drive
  • Albany Intl. Airport (ALB) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Stewart's Shops - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Ye Olde Tavern - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant

  • The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant offers a fantastic location, putting you just steps from Green Mountain National Forest. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out The Reluctant Panther, which serves American cuisine. Other highlights at this luxurious inn include a bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

CHECK-IN
3:00pm
CHECK-OUT
11:00am

Hotel size

    • 20 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is 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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

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Reviews

The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was a highlight with good healthy choices, gluten-free options, and delicious meals delivered to the room. (39 reviews)
  • The on-site restaurant served excellent meals with a sophisticated menu and delicious food. (34 reviews)
  • The in-room Jacuzzi tub was a bonus and a highlight of the stay. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

beautiful boutique hotel in an excellent walkable location with a gourmet restaurant on site. Amazing breakfast was provided as well for in your room or you could choose to eat at the restaurant as well
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10/10 Exceptional

The perfect bed and breakfast! The room was lovely and the breakfast was delicious. The staff were warm and inviting and helpful! I’d definitely stay here again!
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely, clean room. Our delicious breakfast was delivered to our room. We had a wonderful stay.
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely rooms and fabulous restaurant.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location! The staff was polite and kind and the best part of the trip was the restaurant at the Reluctant Panther. Food was mouthwatering
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff was very friendly and personable. We really enjoyed our rooom, it was large, well appointed, and very comfortable. Breakfast was nicely prepared, and very satisfying. We plan to stay again.
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property with spacious and very clean room, better than average bed, fireplace (!), and delicious breakfast…plus a very welcoming host. We hope to return!!
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10/10 Exceptional

Exactly the kind of Inn you want in VT. The room was amazing, staff could not be more accommodating, and the food was excellent!
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10/10 Exceptional

Helpful staff amazing grounds/property lovely rooms and great breakfasts delivered in baskets
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10/10 Exceptional

My wife and I enjoyed our stay at The Reluctant Panther. The property was beautiful and conveniently located just a short drive from the town center. There are also restaurants and other hotels within walking distance. The room was spacious, clean, and comfortable. We enjoyed the complimentary breakfast that was delivered to our door each morning. Shout out to Richard for an easy check in/out. We hope to come back for another stay.
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10/10 Exceptional

Welcoming and lovely
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10/10 Exceptional

Location is terrific, the hotel is charming and clean, and the staff was extremely warm and welcoming. Will definitely go back.
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent place to stay! Breakfast was amazing
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10/10 Exceptional

amazing service, loved the room and the staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

They just do everything well. The hotel is clean and quiet. The service is suberb - friendly and attentive. Our favorite place to stay in Southern Vermont.
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10/10 Exceptional

The Reluctant Panther was a cut above the other inns that I have stayed at. On check in, we were walked to our room and shown where everything was. The room was very large and comfortable. There was a nice seating area in front of a fireplace. We chose to eat dinner at the restaurant in the hotel and had a truly excellent meal and excellent service. Breakfast is served in a basket that can be picked up in the dining room or delivered to your room. All in all, our stay was exceptional.
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful stay! The room was spacious and the bed was heaven. The breakfast was amazing and they were even able to offer gluten free options!
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10/10 Exceptional

Breakfast was sufficient, good options. Room was clean and comfortable.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great Inn in a great location, warm staff, excellent restaurant (if a bit pricey), wonderfully appointed.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great Stay

Located in a quiet street not too far from the town amenities this is an excellent place to stay and eat.
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10/10 Exceptional

Quiet/relaxing Valentines Weekend. Room was awesome, friendly staff. Excellent light breakfast. That's why we keep coming back!
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10/10 Exceptional

It feels like home when we stay here. The staff is friendly and welcoming. Our room was upgraded and we loved the fireplace and jacuzzi tub! Breakfast is delivered right to your room in a lovely picnic basket. This was our second stay. We will definitely be back.
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10/10 Exceptional

Our absolute favorite place to stay in Manchester. The Inn is very nice and the staff is excellent.
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic stay. Suites were extremely large, the staff are super friendly and the location is right in town.
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was well appointed and spacious, clean and comfortable