2 Best Hotels in Lake Champlain Islands, Northern Vermont

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We've compiled the best of the best in Lake Champlain Islands - browse our top choices for the top things to see or do during your stay.

North Hero House Inn and Restaurant

$$ | 3643 U.S. 2, North Hero, VT, 05474, USA

This inn has four buildings right on Lake Champlain, among them the 1891 Colonial Revival main house with a restaurant and library. Many rooms have water views, and each has been recently updated in soothing blues to match; the Homestead, Southwind, and Cove House have adjoining rooms that are good for families.

Pros

  • Resort really gets away from it all
  • Superb lakefront setting, including the lively three-season Pier Bar
  • Many rooms have screened-in porches

Cons

  • Much less to do in winter
  • Two-night minimum on weekends and holidays
  • Some amenities are still being added by new owners, who took over in 2022
3643 U.S. 2, North Hero, VT, 05474, USA
802-372–4732
Hotel Details
Closed mid-Oct.–Dec.
26 rooms
Free Breakfast

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Ruthcliffe Lodge & Restaurant

$$ | 1002 Quarry Rd., Isle La Motte, VT, 05463, USA

If you're looking for an inexpensive summer destination—to take in the scenery, canoe the lake, or go biking—this will do quite nicely as the lodge is on the rarely visited Isle La Motte. Guest rooms are very simple: bed, dresser, night table, and stenciled wall border.

Pros

  • Inexpensive rates
  • High-quality restaurant
  • Laid-back vibe

Cons

  • Two-night minimum stays on weekends and holiday periods
  • Quite remote
  • Simple, bland design
1002 Quarry Rd., Isle La Motte, VT, 05463, USA
802-928–3200
Hotel Details
Closed mid-Oct.–mid-May
7 rooms
Free Breakfast

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