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A cozy living room with a leather sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a fireplace. There are framed artworks on the walls and a bookshelf with decorative items.

1. Hilton Garden Inn Burlington Downtown

Hilton Garden Inn Burlington Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Burlington, 0.7 mi from Waterfront
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,010 reviews)
"Excellent hotel. Appreciate premium pillows, often overlooked."
United States
Alisa
The price is £136
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn Burlington Downtown
A table with two glasses of white wine, a plate with food, and a view of mountains through a railing.

2. The Harborvale, Autograph Collection

The Harborvale, Autograph Collection
3.0 star property
Downtown Burlington, 0.4 mi from Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (841 reviews)
"Great location. Clean and updated."
United States
Eric
The price is £190
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
The Harborvale, Autograph Collection
A room with a view of a body of water and mountains. There is a chair with a striped pillow, a small table with a hat and a plant, and a lamp on the wall.

3. Hotel Champlain Burlington, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Champlain Burlington, Curio Collection by Hilton
3.5 star property
Downtown Burlington, 0.4 mi from Waterfront
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,767 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Jason
The price is £140
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hotel Champlain Burlington, Curio Collection by Hilton
A large indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and tables, surrounded by large windows and wooden beams.

4. DoubleTree by Hilton Burlington Vermont

DoubleTree by Hilton Burlington Vermont
4.0 star property
2 mi from Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,123 reviews)
"Rooms were large and spacious, kids loved the pool area. It was a great stay!"
Canada
Josie
The price is £97
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
DoubleTree by Hilton Burlington Vermont
A modern building with a courtyard featuring outdoor seating and a fire pit.

5. Hotel Vermont

Hotel Vermont
3.5 star property
Downtown Burlington, 0.4 mi from Waterfront
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"I absolutely love staying at this hotel! It is so clean and the staff is amazing! I always feel welcomed there and the food at the restaurant is phenomenal as well!"
United States
Jennifer Elizabeth
The price is £222
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Hotel Vermont
A cozy interior with a stone fireplace, wooden beams, and a chandelier.

6. Green Mountain Suites Hotel

Green Mountain Suites Hotel
3.0 star property
2.8 mi from Waterfront
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,143 reviews)
"A beautiful hotel, very conveniently located. We would definitely stay here again"
United States
Ron
The price is £112
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Green Mountain Suites Hotel
A spacious living area with a stone accent wall, a fireplace, and modern furniture.

7. Homewood Suites by Hilton Burlington

Homewood Suites by Hilton Burlington
3.0 star property
2.3 mi from Waterfront
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (843 reviews)
"The property was very clean and well maintained. The staff was exceptional and very kind."
United States
George
The price is £126
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Homewood Suites by Hilton Burlington
A modern living room with a large sectional sofa, multiple seating options, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

8. AC Hotel Burlington

AC Hotel Burlington
2.0 star property
Downtown Burlington, 0.5 mi from Waterfront
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (89 reviews)
"Great room. Just a terrible view of a construction site. Had a great balcony though!"
United States
Mary
The price is £178
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
AC Hotel Burlington
An indoor swimming pool with wooden walls and ceiling, multiple windows, and a pool ladder.

9. Best Western Plus Windjammer Inn & Conference Center

Best Western Plus Windjammer Inn & Conference Center
2.5 star property
2.5 mi from Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"It was a very busy weekend so the room was used to get ready and sleep. Comfortable stay."
United States
Stephanie
The price is £109
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Best Western Plus Windjammer Inn & Conference Center
A large, historic building with a prominent tower, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and tall trees.

10. Blind Tiger Burlington

Blind Tiger Burlington
3.5 star property
South End, 1.3 mi from Waterfront
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (284 reviews)
"Beautiful location and wonderful staff."
United States
William
The price is £213
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Blind Tiger Burlington
A modern kitchen with a wooden bar, bar stools, and a built-in bookshelf.

11. Holiday Inn Express South Burlington Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express South Burlington Downtown by IHG
3.5 star property
2.8 mi from Waterfront
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,300 reviews)
"Great breakfast, nice park and a few restaurants around behind."
United States
Rebecca
The price is £105
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Holiday Inn Express South Burlington Downtown by IHG
A building with a sign reading 'The Lighthouse Restaurant & Lounge' and a year '1990' on the facade.

12. Hampton Inn Colchester

Hampton Inn Colchester
3.0 star property
2.8 mi from Waterfront
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,445 reviews)
"Good, clean hotel. Lots of options for breakfast. A little pricey, but overall great stay."
United States
Grace
The price is £77
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hampton Inn Colchester
A patio area with wooden furniture, a striped umbrella, and potted plants.

13. 254 South Union Street Guest House

254 South Union Street Guest House
3.0 star property
South End, 1.1 mi from Waterfront
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (33 reviews)
"Great stay! Thanks!"
United States
Donna
The price is £229
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
254 South Union Street Guest House
A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, toaster, and coffee maker.

14. Vermont Suites

Vermont Suites
2.0 star property
3.4 mi from Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (655 reviews)
"Enjoyed the central location, clean n good TV"
United States
Chris
The price is £88
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Vermont Suites
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a clock on the wall.

15. Comfort Inn & Suites South Burlington near University

Comfort Inn & Suites South Burlington near University
2.5 star property
2.3 mi from Waterfront
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,011 reviews)
"Lots of stores and restaurants close by, very convenient!"
United States
kelley
The price is £101
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Comfort Inn & Suites South Burlington near University
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16. Travelodge by Wyndham South Burlington

Travelodge by Wyndham South Burlington
2.0 star property
3 mi from Waterfront
6.6 out of 10, (1,022 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Tim
The price is £77
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Travelodge by Wyndham South Burlington
A modern restaurant with a long counter, multiple chairs, and a wall-mounted TV.

17. Delta Hotels by Marriott Burlington

Delta Hotels by Marriott Burlington
3.5 star property
2.5 mi from Waterfront
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Brooke
The price is £125
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Delta Hotels by Marriott Burlington
A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a reception desk, and artwork on the walls.

18. Quality Inn Colchester - Burlington

Quality Inn Colchester - Burlington
2.5 star property
2.6 mi from Waterfront
5.8 out of 10, (999 reviews)
"Was very nice"
United States
Justin
The price is £111
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Quality Inn Colchester - Burlington
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19. Residence Inn by Marriott Colchester

Residence Inn by Marriott Colchester
3.0 star property
3.1 mi from Waterfront
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (710 reviews)
"Good hotel"
United States
Eric
The price is £122
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Residence Inn by Marriott Colchester
A modern, well-lit meeting room with tables and chairs, a green carpet, and a sign that reads "only takes a spark".

20. Spark by Hilton Essex Junction Burlington

Spark by Hilton Essex Junction Burlington
3.0 star property
5.2 mi from Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (280 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Sonia
The price is £84
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Spark by Hilton Essex Junction Burlington
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Where to stay in Waterfront

Find the best Waterfront areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic town square with a prominent church tower, brick buildings, and a paved walkway.

Downtown Burlington

If you're spending some time in Downtown Burlington, Burlington Fire House Gallery and Church Street Marketplace are top sights worth seeing.

A ferry named Champlain with passengers boarding.

South End

While visiting South End, you might make a stop by sights like World's Tallest Filing Cabinet and Blanchard Beach.

A wooden pier extending into a lake, surrounded by lush greenery and a prominent lighthouse on a small island.

Old North End

While Old North End may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Church Street Marketplace and Burlington Fire House Gallery.

A tall brick clock tower with a dome and a smaller clock on the side, surrounded by pine trees.
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Open Photo by David Alpert

Centennial

While visiting Centennial, you might make a stop by sights like Centennial Field and Winooski Falls Mill District.

A marina with sailboats at sunset with mountains in the background.

New North End

If you're spending some time in New North End, North Beach and North Avenue Shopping Center are top sights worth seeing.

Top Waterfront Hotel Reviews

Spark by Hilton Essex Junction Burlington

Spark by Hilton Essex Junction Burlington

10/10 Excellent
"The place was still smelling new after over a year done. The room was spacious! Good accommodation for an handicapped like me. Sound proof. I just wish there was warm food. Thank you!"
Melanie 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Spark by Hilton Essex Junction Burlington

Frequently asked questions

What other neighbourhoods are similar to Waterfront?
The best neighbourhoods similar to Waterfront are the historic downtown area of Waterfront and the South End.

The historic downtown area, just south of Waterfront Park, shares many similarities with Waterfront. It's the city's commercial and cultural hub, with Church Street Marketplace at its heart – a pedestrian-only zone lined with shops, restaurants, and street performers. You'll find a mix of historic buildings and modern amenities here. This area is superb for couples who enjoy easy access to dining, shopping, and entertainment within a walkable setting.

The South End, located just south of the historic downtown, offers a distinct but equally appealing experience. It's known for its artistic community, with numerous studios, galleries, and breweries housed in repurposed industrial buildings, particularly along Pine Street. It also boasts several parks and lakeside access points.
When is the best time to go to Waterfront?
The best time to visit the Waterfront in Vermont is during the summer months, from June to August, or in the autumn, from September to October.

Summer offers consistently warm weather, ideal for enjoying Lake Champlain and the various outdoor activities available. You'll find boat tours, cycling along the Burlington Greenway, and lively events at Waterfront Park. The longer daylight hours mean more time to explore and relax by the water.

For those who appreciate cooler temperatures and stunning scenery, autumn is an excellent choice. The surrounding hillsides transform with vibrant foliage, making for picturesque drives and walks.
Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?
You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, though it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if canceled within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to "My Trips", and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by "Fully refundable property" for hotels in Waterfront.
How much is the nightly rate at a Waterfront hotel?
Hotel prices in Waterfront often vary, but you can find a great deal on Expedia. Different factors affect nightly hotel rates, such as the time of year or the days of the week you want to book. To find the best deals for your stay, be flexible with your dates, and sort search results by "Price: low to high" for our cheapest rates.