--- title: "The Best Hotels Closest to Experimental Balloon and Airship Museum in Fairlee - 2026 Updated Prices | Expedia" description: "Stay close to Experimental Balloon and Airship Museum. Search 2 hotels near Experimental Balloon and Airship Museum in Fairlee from £95. Compare room rates, hotel reviews and availability. Most hotels are fully refundable." canonical: "https://www.expedia.co.uk/Experimental-Balloon-And-Airship-Museum-Hotels.0-l936037982566121472-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels" language: en-GB market: GB currency: GBP prices_as_of: 2026-11-13T04:35:16Z --- Plan your trip - [Fairlee Travel Guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Fairlee.dx103057) - [Flights to Fairlee](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Fairlee.d103057.Travel-Guide-Flights) - [Car Hire in Experimental Balloon and Airship Museum](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Experimental-Balloon-And-Airship-Museum.d936037982566121472.Car-Hire-Guide) - [Experimental Balloon and Airship Museum Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Experimental-Balloon-And-Airship-Museum-Fairlee.d936037982566121472.Attraction) - [Holiday Rentals in Fairlee](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Fairlee-Holiday-Rentals.d103057.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals) # Search Hotels Near Experimental Balloon and Airship Museum, Fairlee ![Group of people in art gallery](https://images.trvl-media.com/place_category/urn:expe:taxo:media-place-category-fallbacks:artGallery/47e03410-2087-4e31-8420-0bccfdf07d43.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) ### Change your mind Book hotels with free cancellation ### Treat yourself Save instantly and earn perks with One Key [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) ### Be picky Search almost a million properties worldwide ## Check prices for these dates [Check prices for these dates, 13 – 14 December 2026](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=936037982566121472&startDate=2026-12-13&endDate=2026-12-14&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) [View in a map](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=936037982566121472&stayLength=1&daysInFuture=30&pwaOverlay=map) Recommended Price (low to high) Distance Property class ## Our top choices for Experimental Balloon and Airship Museum hotels ### [1\. The Lyme Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lyme-Hotels-The-Lyme-Inn.h8258114.Hotel-Information) ![A white single-story house with a black roof, a front porch, and a small garden with pink flowers.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8260000/8258200/8258114/5d2d6986.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Location: 7.1 mi from Experimental Balloon and Airship Museum - Guest rating: 9.8/10 (Exceptional, 507 reviews) - Price: £131, includes taxes & fees, 22 Nov - 23 Nov, for Our top choices for Experimental Balloon and Airship Museum hotels - Review: Excellent breakfast and very comfortable rooms., by Kathleen ### [2\. Dowds Country Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lyme-Hotels-Dowds-Country-Inn.h35088302.Hotel-Information) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35090000/35088400/35088302/1d642f1c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Location: 7 mi from Experimental Balloon and Airship Museum - Guest rating: 9.4/10 (Exceptional, 263 reviews) - Price: £95, includes taxes & fees, 14 Nov - 15 Nov, for Our top choices for Experimental Balloon and Airship Museum hotels - Review: Charming, and the most comfortable bed! We loved our “church tower” room. Breakfast was delicious as well. We will stay here again if in the area!, by Pam ### [3\. Norwich Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Norwich-Hotels-Norwich-Inn.h2519573.Hotel-Information) ![A dining area with a stone fireplace, blue shutters, and a table set for four.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2520000/2519600/2519573/633931d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Location: 12.1 mi from Experimental Balloon and Airship Museum - Guest rating: 9.4/10 (Exceptional, 471 reviews) - Price: £146, includes taxes & fees, 22 Nov - 23 Nov, for Our top choices for Experimental Balloon and Airship Museum hotels - Review: Charming old inn with a great restaurant/pub for dinner and breakfast. Room was very nicely decorated and comfortable., by Edward Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. 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[See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=936037627812052992) ### West Fairlee Free Public Library West Fairlee Free Public Library is just one of the places to see in West Fairlee, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=936038115116777472) ### Treasure Island Beach Rating: 8.0/10 (2 reviews) Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Treasure Island Beach during your trip to Fairlee? Wander the lakeside and forests while you're in the area. [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=553248635983986853) ### Ely Mountain Conservation Area You can take time to visit Ely Mountain Conservation Area during your travels to Fairlee. Experience the area's entertainment choices and jazz scene. 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[See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=936038039793397760) ## Top Experimental Balloon and Airship Museum Hotel Reviews ### [The Lyme Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lyme-Hotels-The-Lyme-Inn.h8258114.Hotel-Information) ![A white single-story house with a black roof, a front porch, and a small garden with pink flowers.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8260000/8258200/8258114/5d2d6986.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Address: 1 Market Street, Lyme, NH, 03768, US - Location: Lyme - Star rating: 4/5 - Guest rating: 9.8/10 (507 reviews) - Review: Clean, comfortable room with excellent onsite fine dining restaurant, by Sham, 6 October 2025, rated 10/10 Excellent ### [Dowds Country Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lyme-Hotels-Dowds-Country-Inn.h35088302.Hotel-Information) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35090000/35088400/35088302/1d642f1c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Address: 9 Main St, Lyme, NH, 03765, US - Location: Lyme - Star rating: 3/5 - Guest rating: 9.4/10 (263 reviews) - Review: This is a lovely old-fashioned, well-maintained, character hotel, which is perfectly situated in the old town, and near the beautiful hiking trails, rivers and lakes. Our room was spacious, with a good comfortable bed, air conditioning, a modernised bathroom, and it was spotlessly clean. The staff were lovely, really helpful, and the breakfast was freshly cooked. It's not luxurious, but it's really great value, and I would choose it any time., by Jacquie, 11 August 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent ### [Norwich Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Norwich-Hotels-Norwich-Inn.h2519573.Hotel-Information) ![A dining area with a stone fireplace, blue shutters, and a table set for four.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2520000/2519600/2519573/633931d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Address: 325 Main St, Norwich, VT, 05055, US - Location: Norwich - Star rating: 3/5 - Guest rating: 9.4/10 (471 reviews) - Review: Lovely comfortable room and friendly welcoming hosts, by robert, 13 February 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent ### [Sunset Motor Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lebanon-Hotels-Sunset-Motor-Inn.h4305376.Hotel-Information) ![A view of a lake with trees and a fence in the foreground, and a sunset in the background.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4310000/4305400/4305376/98e74898.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Location: West Lebanon - Review: Property was ok, by Lucinda, 28 October 2026, rated 8/10 Good ### [Hampton Inn White River Junction](https://www.expedia.co.uk/White-River-Junction-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-White-River-Junction.h79224.Hotel-Information) ![A spacious dining area with a long wooden table, multiple chairs, and a fruit display.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/80000/79300/79224/847905ed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Location: White River Junction - Review: Stayed here while visiting my Son at Dartmouth College . Lovely hotel . Great staff , very clean I would stay here again ., by Elaine, 25 September 2018, rated 10/10 Excellent ### [My Place Hotel-Randolph VT](https://www.expedia.co.uk/My-Place-Hotel-Randolph-VT.h105665795.Hotel-Information) ![A covered outdoor seating area with stone pillars and wooden beams, surrounded by a grassy lawn and trees.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105670000/105665800/105665795/430b34b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Location: Randolph Center - Review: New property, everything works. The rooms have kitchens including hobs but no pots, pans, plates or cutlery so it seems a waste. Best if you have a car as nothing is walkable. We were on bicycles., by Elspeth, 24 September 2024, rated 8/10 Good ### [Align Inn Vermont](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Quechee-Hotels-Quality-Inn-At-Quechee-Gorge.h1108.Hotel-Information) ![A bathroom with a vanity, sink, mirror, and a towel rack.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1200/1108/48358610.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Location: Quechee - Review: Lovely hotel, by Leanne, 27 October 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent ### [White River Inn and Suites](https://www.expedia.co.uk/White-River-Junction-Hotels-White-River-Inn-And-Suites.h27933.Hotel-Information) ![A building with a prominent wooden gable roof, large windows, and a brick facade.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/28000/27933/39dce565.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Location: White River Junction - Review: Staff were extremely friendly and professional. The hotel was fine, however the need to clear the snow and spread some more salt to get rid of the ice on the walkways and parking areas (I almost slid and fell twice). Also there was a slight smell of, what I call sewage in my room. Overall I was satisfied with the value and what I received., by Timothy L, 27 February 2025, rated 8/10 Good ## Frequently Asked Questions ### What's the area like around Experimental Balloon and Airship Museum? Experimental Balloon and Airship Museum is located in Fairlee. You'll find 14 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base. ### Where is the best place to stay close to Experimental Balloon and Airship Museum? [Dowds Country Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lyme-Hotels-Dowds-Country-Inn.h35088302.Hotel-Information) is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this B&B offers free breakfast and free parking. You'll find it 7 mi (11.2 km) from Experimental Balloon and Airship Museum. Other good choices around the area include [The Lyme Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lyme-Hotels-The-Lyme-Inn.h8258114.Hotel-Information) and [Six South St Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lebanon-Hotels-Six-South-St-Hotel.h6562006.Hotel-Information). ### How many hotels should I expect to find close to Experimental Balloon and Airship Museum? Expedia has 14 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Experimental Balloon and Airship Museum. ### If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Experimental Balloon and Airship Museum, will I receive a refund? Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best deals available near Experimental Balloon and Airship Museum. ### What can I see and do near Experimental Balloon and Airship Museum? Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Treasure Island Beach, Fairlee Town Beach and Sandy Beach. At Lake Fairlee, Thetford Hill State Forest and Thetford Veterans Memorial Park, you can surround yourself with nature. Post Mills Nature Area, Ely Mountain Conservation Area and Lake Morey Golf Course are worth a stop while you're in the area.