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The Essex Resort & Spa

4.0 star property

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Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Outdoor spa tub
Front of property
Culinary Double Queen Accessible | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
$181
$166 nightly
$181 total
Total with taxes and fees
Mar 15 - Mar 16

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70 Essex Way, Essex Junction, VT, 05452
  • Place, Links at Lang Farm Course
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Essex Outlets
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Essex Family Fun & Entertainment Center
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Burlington, VT (BTV-Burlington Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Studio Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Studio Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Culinary Double Queen Accessible | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Culinary Double Queen Accessible

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Culinary Double Queen with Sleeper Sofa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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Culinary King with Sleeper Sofa | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Culinary King with Sleeper Sofa

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Culinary Queen

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Luxury One Bedroom Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premiere One Bedroom Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Premiere One Bedroom Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe One Bedroom Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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Culinary King | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Culinary King

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(56 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Two Bedroom Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Premier Two Bedroom Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Culinary Double Queen | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Culinary Double Queen

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Culinary Queen Accessible

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Luxury Mini Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Luxury Mini Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Culinary King Spa Suite | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, towels

Culinary King Spa Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Essex Junction

Located in Essex Junction, The Essex Resort & Spa is in the suburbs, within a 10-minute drive of Champlain Valley Exposition and Saint Michael's College. .This family-friendly hotel is 7.7 mi (12.3 km) from University of Vermont and 9.1 mi (14.7 km) from Champlain College.

What's nearby

  • Links at Lang Farm Course - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Essex Outlets - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Essex Family Fun & Entertainment Center - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • University of Vermont - 10 min drive - 8.6 miles
  • Church Street Marketplace - 15 min drive - 10.4 miles

Getting around

  • Essex Junction-Burlington Station - 11 min drive
  • Burlington Intl. Airport (BTV) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Grand Buffet - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Black Flannel - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Uncommon Coffee - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Pick Thai - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Essex Resort & Spa

The Essex Resort & Spa offers 120 accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. In-room massages and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

6 outdoor tennis courts and complimentary bicycles are featured at the hotel. An indoor pool, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.

Children under 15 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility, or hot tub without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The onsite spa has 10 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including hydrotherapy. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Make yourself at home in one of the 120 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring iPod docking stations and flat-screen televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. If you're looking for recreational opportunities, you'll find outdoor tennis courts, an indoor pool, and a hot tub. Additional amenities at this Victorian hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and ski storage. If you'd like to spend the day shopping, you can hop on the complimentary shuttle.
Enjoy American cuisine at The Lazy Goat Tavern, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a business center, and express check-out. Planning an event in Essex Junction? This hotel has 7782 square feet (723 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 6 meeting rooms. A train station pick-up service is provided at no charge.
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 1:00 PM.
The Lazy Goat Tavern - Overlooking the garden, this restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.
Junction - Overlooking the garden, this fine-dining restaurant specializes in Regional cuisine and serves dinner only. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required. Open select days.
The Front Desk Cafe - Onsite café. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 7:30 AM to 10:30 PM on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 25 mi
  • Free train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle from 7:30 AM to 10:30 PM
  • Train station shuttle on request
  • Free shopping center shuttle
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM on weekends; USD 26 to 60 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Junction
  • The Front Desk Cafe
  • The Lazy Goat Tavern

Things to do

  • 6 outdoor tennis courts
  • Basketball
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf driving range
  • Golf lessons
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Ski storage
  • Snowshoeing
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 6 meeting rooms
  • 7,782 square feet of conference space
  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 10 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hydrotherapy
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1989
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 150 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 17 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Destination fee: USD 2.5 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 26 to 60 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 10.00 per person (one-way)
  • Pet fee: USD 150 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from June to October
Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Reservations are required for spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Children under 15 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility, or hot tub without adult supervision
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 16 years old are only allowed with adult supervision

Property is also known as

Essex Resort
Essex Resort Essex Junction
Essex Vermont’s Culinary Resort Essex Junction
Essex Vermont’s Culinary Resort
Essex Vermont’s Culinary Essex Junction
Essex Vermont’s Culinary

The Essex Resort & Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 641 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 205 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 99 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1000 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dade

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Thomas, South Burlington

It’s complicated. Food & Beverage is 5 star! Chef Chris at the Junction creates culinary magic and his staff provides 5 star service! The ambience at the Junction is wonderful from the ceiling with place settings to the artwork handmade regularly. If you’re a foodie it’s a must go to place! The rest of the resort/spa is average and I would give it 3 stars. The building and rooms are showing their age and wear spots are showing up throughout. Carpeting, damage on walls, flooring lifting up etc. The bathrooms in the rooms are small with little shelf space. The Spa was not up to standards I have received in other places. You have to walk outside to get to it and currently it’s single digit temperatures. A separate jacuzzi is not inside the spa and you need to use the one outside that all guests use. Some of the services like reclining chairs in the waiting area with relaxing music didn’t appear to be available. Likewise they didn’t have tea or fruit juice or snacks provided. When I decided to cancel as they didn’t have much of what I wanted I was informed that I would be charged regardless. I had just made the appointment the night before too. Also the room I was given was opposite the ice machine which was noisy and kept me awake at times. So service for the non food and beverage was disappointing and the facility looks to be requiring some attention. Overall for the whole it seems being a resort/spa and not just a hotel I would give it a 3.5 star rating.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is in a great location near shopping and restaurants. It is always clean and the staff especially are very friendly and efficient.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and helpful. Having the pool, jacuzzi and sauna available was a nice perk. We did not take advantage of the spa but it was nice, clean and smelled great. The Lazy Goat was a convenient breakfast spot and the menu had good variety.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria, Stratford

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless, reception was always willing to help, food was great, property is beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic resort,and the cooking classes were fun and engaging
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Our golden Meg was treated like a queen!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas, South Burlington

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience staying at this hotel. They take it to the next level in your culinary experience. Amazing food and service. Has other amenities you look for in a high end resort as well. The rooms were like staying in a bed and breakfast environment with the top notch resort amenities. Service was excellent as well. My only small disappointment was the bathrooms were a little small. Seemed to be for a smaller than average person. Hard to have two people share that bathroom given that size. I understand other rooms have different configurations though.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable room, incredible staff, nice amenities, and excellent restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This place beautiful! The room felt very homey. I do not recommend the Goat restaurant though. The service was lackluster, took forever and the food was not good. There are plenty of other restaurants in the area that are good. Other than that, if you want a wonderful nights sleep and fantastic tub, this will be perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk manager was amazing! Super helpful and kind.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent suite! Clean, stocked with kitchen items. Quiet. Great price!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Ashish Naik

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
There were spider in the room was scared a lot, was not able to sleep
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rina

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve, Lake Forest

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Tomas

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Molly

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carey - Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was excellent!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025