Echo Lake Inn

About The Hotel

From $169/night — a 4-star historic inn where Calvin Coolidge once stayed, Echo Lake Inn blends 200-year-old character with modern comfort. The property features a hot tub in a poolside house, an acclaimed restaurant, and a well-stocked bar with leather seating. Best for skiers and couples seeking a characterful stay with strong food and drink programs near Okemo Mountain and Echo Lake. Note: as an older building, expect worn furniture and thin walls; the hot-tub house is somewhat dated; dinner is pricey but well-reviewed; some stays lack daily housekeeping and the dining room may close midweek—confirm ahead.

What Guests Are Saying

“Spent a weekend in a nice quaint room. It had all we needed. Enjoyed being able to go downstairs to the living room early in the morning for a cup of coffee. The 24 hour coffee service is a welcome addition. The staff were extremely friendly and welcoming. The dinners were superb as were the breakfasts. Will certainly return when visiting the area next.” — dave, 5 stars

“Nestled deep in the dense forests of Vermonts green mountains and worlds away from bustling Main streets, packed strip malls and summer highway traffic is Echo Lake Inn, an ode to classic Rockwellian New England beauty with enough of a sense of modernity to appeal to almost anybody. The Inn built in the waning days of the 18th century is full of comfortable areas to relax and celebrate your vacation. A small but fully stocked bar with local beers and wines is adorned with odes to Vermonts history specifically President Calvin Coolidge who is one of the many historical figures who’ve spent time at the Inn throughout the years. The deep cushioned leather chairs and couches offer premium relaxation to enjoy a nightcap to put an exclamation point on a fantastic day. The cavernous basement has, what was during our stay a non functional bar area full of local beer taps not in use. There is a dart board, pool table and an endless supply of board/ card games to relax and waste the day away with. The large and charmingly forward sloped wooden farmers porch is a great place to enjoy your morning coffee overlooking the thick forest and nearby black brook that flows into the pristine reflective echo lake for which the Inn is named If wasting away the day playing games or taking in the scenery isn’t your speed then there is plenty of hiking trails, golf, paddle board and kayaking right by the Inn. And of course during the winter months the Inn is in the shadow of Okemo mountain, one of Vermonts premier ski resorts. Modern amenities include a hot tub in a nearby small pool house that comfortably fits four to six, and sits adjacent to a tennis/pickleball court As for my personal experience I showed up on a Friday afternoon with a group of nine for a Murder Mystery experience. This event brought about 60 visitors to the inn and despite the onslaught of seemingly never needing guest arrivals the staff didn’t miss a beat along the way. Never once did we feel the staff was inattentive or that the experience wasn’t enjoyable despite the ever increasing crowd. During this time of year (early June) a lot of the downtown area is shut down or on limited and restricted hours so the Inn became our sanctuary. All of our needs were at worst met, and far often exceeded. TOM, the Inn owner and his staff were absolutely amazing. Simply singing the praises of the staff on a review board would not do them the justice they deserve. I’d advise anybody who makes this area of the Green Mountains a destination to come to the Echo Lake Inn. It was old world hospitality and charm that kept everybody happy and made just another weekend into an unforgettable experience that myself and my friends will treasure. I would be remiss if I didn’t mention the Inns most popular employee the lovable and accommodating She Ra. A sweetheart of a dog that makes all guests feel at home.” — Michael M., 5 stars

“This was my first trip to Vermont in many years and the Echo Lake Inn did not disappoint. The staff was extremely friendly and accommodating. I had very specific dietary requirements and the staff and especially the chef, Bonnie, accommodated my every request. The food was delicious for all our meals at the Inn. The bar is cozy and very well stocked. The living room had enough seating to accommodate all the folks that attended the Murder Mystery Weekend and coffee, cocoa, and tea were available daily. My room was quaint and clean. The bed was comfortable and it was great that there was a mini-fridge in the room. My friend and I and others from the Murder Mystery Weekend toured the grounds which were immaculately kept and although it was too cool for swimming the pool was clean and looked inviting. I definitely recommend the Echo Lake Inn” — Susan R., 5 stars

Pros & Cons

Pros:

• Hot tub (poolside house) and outdoor pool with tennis/pickleball court nearby
• Award-winning restaurant and well-stocked bar with local beers and leather chairs for relaxation
• Historic character with Calvin Coolidge heritage, stocked living room, and famous murder-mystery weekends
• Warm, welcoming staff and owner; comfortable rooms; some include in-room hot tub or mini-fridge
• Minutes from Okemo skiing, Echo Lake swimming, and downtown Ludlow restaurants

Cons:

• 200-year-old building with some worn furniture and thin walls
• Hot-tub house can feel dated and damp; fine dining is expensive
• No daily housekeeping for all stays; dining room not always open midweek

The Location

On Route 100 (Dublin Road) between downtown Ludlow and Echo Lake, the inn sits minutes from Okemo Mountain’s slopes and the pristine lake for swimming and paddling. Killington is roughly 40 minutes north; Bradley International Airport (Connecticut) is about 1 hour 50 minutes south. You can find more details or book your stay on TripAdvisor.