Black Mountain Inn

About The Hotel

From $130/night, Black Mountain Inn is a family-owned 3.5-rated motel best for budget travelers, solo guests, and pet owners. The building is old—expect bouncy floors and dated fixtures—and one guest reported a smoke smell in a non-smoking room; inspect carefully on arrival. But the hosts are genuinely warm and hands-on, the rooms are large and often renovated, and you’ll find real character here. Free breakfast, free parking, and a pet-friendly policy round out the value proposition. A locals’ favorite when you get the right room.

What Guests Are Saying

“What a wonderful “find” in Brattleboro. Amidst the franchises that line Putney Road, this family-owned motel offers reasonable rates, quiet, clean, comfortable rooms, an outdoor pool, and even coffee and light breakfast treats in the lobby. And it’s pet-friendly. I’m only sorry I didn’t discover it years ago.” — Kay S., 5 stars

“Very home style feeling. The family is involved in daily operations. Javier was so welcoming and his mother in law was so friendly. I felt safe as a solo traveler. Room felt like a private cabin. It was a very nice experience.” — Karen T., 5 stars

“This is a really nice place to stay in Brattleboro. Room was large and very clean, the bathroom was a little old but very clean and good water pressure (important to me). Its on the main road but back a little so I really didn’t hear traffic. The young man at the desk when I checked in was very friendly and his grandmother is a lovely woman, we had a very nice talk. They have a grab and go breakfast, yogurt, fruit, juice, coffee and more.” — cccofnj, 5 stars

Pros & Cons

Pros:

• Family-owned with genuinely warm, helpful hosts who welcome solo travelers
• Large rooms with fridge and microwave, often recently renovated
• Outdoor pool and distinctive koi-pond, chainsaw-art lobby with complimentary fruit spread
• Free grab-and-go breakfast and pet-friendly policy
• Reasonable rates and quiet location despite proximity to Putney Road strip

Cons:

• Old building with bouncy floors, peeling wallpaper, and weak shower pressure
• One guest reported a roach and strong smoke smell in a non-smoking room—inspect carefully
• Light grab-and-go breakfast only; no hot food options

The Location

On Putney Road (Route 5) set back from the commercial strip, north of downtown Brattleboro near restaurants and the New England Center for Circus Arts. A short drive into Main Street’s shops, galleries, and riverfront, or a longish walk if the weather suits. You can find more details or book your stay on TripAdvisor.