The Lodge at West River

Hotels
Independent
9.7 (75 reviews)
1086 VT Route 30 , Newfane , US

Facilities

Free breakfast
Firewood (free)
Express check-out
Firepit
Electric car charging station
Books
Free WiFi
Garden
Express check-in/check-out
Continental breakfast
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean rooms
Great location
Friendly staff
Lovely breakfast spread
Cons:
Mixed value for money feedback
Limited breakfast variety

Categories

Cleanliness
8.2
Guests consistently praised the cleanliness of the property.
Service
7.8
Service was generally appreciated, with some guests commenting on staff friendliness and attentiveness.
Location
8.4
The hotel's location was highlighted as convenient and ideal, especially for skiing trips.
Room Quality
8
Rooms were described as clean, comfortable, and well-maintained, with some guests noting minor issues.
Amenities
7.2
Amenities were satisfactory, with some guests appreciating the breakfast offerings and snack availability.
Value for Money
6.9
Mixed feedback regarding value for money, with some guests feeling the prices were high for the services provided.
Food and Beverage
7.6
Breakfast offerings received positive feedback, with some guests mentioning a lack of variety.
Overall Experience
8.1
Most guests had a positive overall experience and expressed willingness to return to the hotel.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-08-05 02:20

Property Description

Scenic Garden Views and Modern Amenities
Escape to our tranquil garden setting and enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi and a TV in the common area. Additional perks include tour assistance, a picnic area, and a banquet hall.

Delicious Dining and Continental Breakfast
Satisfy your cravings at our snack bar/deli and start your day right with a free continental breakfast served daily.

Convenience and Comfort
Feel at home in our well-equipped guestrooms with free Wi-Fi, refrigerators, and microwaves. Take advantage of our business center, express check-in/out, and free parking.

Book your stay at The Lodge at West River in Newfane now to experience the perfect blend of relaxation and convenience.

Important information:

* Alcohol is not served at this property.
* Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
* Contactless check-out is available.
* This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:30 AM
Airport code: BDL

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • Food & Beverage

    No alcohol served onsite

  • General

    Cashless transactions are available

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Location

Guest Reviews

9.7
Based on 75 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.2
Service: 7.8
Location: 8.4
Room Quality: 8
Amenities: 7.2
Value for Money: 6.9
Food and Beverage: 7.6
Overall Experience: 8.1
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Rachel family_with_children
10
Pros:

Great stay, pleasant staff, and appreciated the breakfast offerings. We visit the area often and the maple sugaring house across the street was a new find for us and we loved the tour.

2025-03-28 via Nuitee
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Dananthi family
10
Pros:

Exceeded expectations. Clean and well maintained property with a warm welcoming feel to it. Coffee/drinks snacks readily available and the breakfast was perfect. Great Banana bread😁.

2025-03-17 via Nuitee
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Bronislawa
8
Pros:

If you come for breakfast after 9 am no fraish coffee made , not much left for breakfast, staff was nice but most of food was gone

2025-03-10 via Nuitee
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Dianne
8
Pros:

It's an outdated roadside motel but it was a great location for a ski day @ Stratton (30 min drive). There aren't many places that have an honor system snack station. Really cute, esp after coming in for a long drive. Sweet breakfast w/ fresh bread/muffins and granola bars to grab/go. My only complaint is that the coffee pot was empty on Sunday AM. Only keurig which is a weak substitute for fresh coffee IMO, but everything else was fine. No complaints

2025-03-10 via Nuitee
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Dori
10
Pros:

Great spot to stay for skiing in the area. Right off the road with easy parking and check in. Good coffee.

2025-03-01 via Nuitee
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Verified traveler
10
Perfect stay for a ski trip
Pros:

Clean room, attentive staff, and lovely breakfast spread consisting of fresh baked goods, baked eggs, fruits, bread, all kinds of beverages. I've stayed here 2 years in a row now and will be happy to be back.

2025-02-23 via Nuitee
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Jai
10
Pros:

Excellent place to stay. A short and beautiful drive to Mount snow. The folks running the place really go the extra mile. I was most amazed at not only the timely clearing of the parking lots well before 7 am from 6 inches of snow, but also at then clearing the snow of all the vehicles parked there!
Will certainly be back to stay here again

2025-02-14 via Nuitee
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Michele
10
Great hotel
Pros:

The hotel was very inviting and cozy. There’s a microwave & mini fridge in the room which came in handy for leftovers. The breakfast was a great grab and go or sit in and eat in the common area. No problem parking and getting around. It’s close to ski resorts, a market/gas station and restaurant. And the staff is super friendly and helpful.

2025-02-03 via Nuitee
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Michele
10
Great hotel!
Pros:

Wonderful stay. Clean rooms, friendly staff, good breakfast. Close to the ski resorts. We will definitely stay again!

2025-01-26 via Nuitee
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Collin family
10
Pros:

Great spot. Classic motel experience with a nice complimentary breakfast. We stayed the night before skiing Stratton. Perfect location.

2025-01-26 via Nuitee
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Alex
10
Pros:

Nice room

2025-01-06 via Nuitee
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tatiana
10
Pros:

Staying at the lodge felt like a warm hug! The atmosphere was incredibly cozy, with a very homey vibe. From the soft lighting to the charming touches like handwritten bakery ingredients, it was clear the hotel prioritizes guest comfort.

2025-01-01 via Nuitee
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Xuanxuan
10
Pros:

We stayed in the lodge for three nights, very warm and comfortable. It’s home like loge, not like commercial hotels. We enjoyed the simple but delicious homemade cakes in the morning as breakfast. They have hot water for hot chocolate and tea the whole day, very convenient. It’s close to mount Snow and Stratton. We will be back in summer.

2024-12-31 via Nuitee
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Brian friends
10
Pros:

Good stay

2024-12-15 via Nuitee
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Wayne
10
Best place to stay
Pros:

Great place to stay and the owners are the best. We had 4” of new snow overnight and when I went out side in the morning to ski Stratton I discovered they had cleaned the snow off my car!

2024-12-10 via Nuitee
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Arvind
10
Pros:

Amazing place and amazing host!!🙌

2024-10-04 via Nuitee
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Melissa
10
Pros:

It was located in a beautiful area. The hosts provided gluten-free options as part of the continental breakfast. That was a plus. In a safe environment - slept with the windows open.

2024-10-01 via Nuitee
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Anindita partner
10
Pros:

This place is amazing and so are David and Oliver. Highly recommend this place.

2024-09-23 via Nuitee
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Donna
8
Pros:

Overall, the Lodge at West River is a decent, clean, secure, comfortable place to spend one night. The property-- which is actually a motel, not a lodge -- sits next to a surprisingly busy secondary road. For the price, I would have expected more ambience, softer sheets, and on-site dining. I will say the home-baked breakfast treats look amazing (alas, no carbs for me!) All that said, the staff and owners are welcoming, helpful and responsive. And that can be rare these days.

2024-08-24 via Nuitee
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Verified traveler
10
Excellent!
Pros:

Beautiful location - older inn but well maintained. Some traffic noise but thanks for the complimentary earplugs. Best stop on our whole vacation. Breakfast was amazing -local and fresh. Handy small grocery nearby. Outdoor seating and fire pits. So nice. Loved it.

2024-08-14 via Nuitee