Great location, very friendly staff, easy parking, and access to multiple mountains for skiing. The town center is a short drive or about a 20-30 minute walk (in the snow). Additionally, multiple restaurants and bars are just a few minutes' walk away. It was a perfect short, cozy stay. The suite had plenty of room. It was definitely a little dated, but that's the feel we were looking for—comfortable and cozy! We loved having a fireplace in the room that was a huge bonus!

The breakfast basket was a cute idea- I just wish they had a hot vegan option! WiFi wasn't great but that wasn't an issue since we were there to relax and disconnect.

Mary, who greeted us at check in, was incredible. She gave us lots of information on the history of Manchester and its buildings. She immediately felt like a friend! We enjoyed having breakfast in our room, but found it mediocre. The same breakfast sandwich each of our two mornings was disappointing. The first morning it was overcooked and dry. I could not imagine having that same breakfast choice if we had been there more than 2 days. The hotel is in a great location, with a short walk to the village.

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The Reluctant Panther is a beautiful small hotel with wonderful staff. We were upgraded to a suite upon arrival to a beautiful room with a gas burning fireplace. The rooms are nicely decorated and clean. The location was perfect in the center of the historic section of Manchester, VT which was nice for walking after breakfast and close to area restaurants. Also, we loved our picnic basket breakfast that we had in the dining room. Our meals were delicious and we'd like to try having dinner there when we visit another time.

I can't think of anything. We will definitely return.

We stayed at the Reluctant Panther for just one night -- a little mid winter getaway. The gas fireplace in our first room was having some mechanical issues so the staff upgraded us to a suite. Such a treat to play cards on the couch in front of the gas fireplace and take a jacuzzi tub before climbing into the huge comfy bed. Great breakfast in the restaurant. We could have chosen to have it delivered to our room. All in all, a wonderful winter respite!

The hotel location is very nice convenient to Hildene and the Lye brook falls as well as amenities in Manchester. The room was very spacious and the bed was comfortable. Breakfast was nice and was provided in a picnic basket which we were able to take on the patio.

I wish that there were more options for breakfast or at least a rotation of items. We stayed three days and had the same thing each day except for the bakery item which changed each day.

We very much enjoyed our stay at TRP. The hotel staff is kind and attentive, our room was very spacious and super comfortable. The surroundings are quiet and relaxing. The garden and patio offer beautiful vistas of the hilly backdrop. I put “only” 8/10 stars here because we were a bit disappointed by the food options. The breakfast-in-a-basket idea is neat and fun, but what’s inside needs to be ramped up in terms of quality and originality to be on par with standing expectations. We also thought the food and ambiance of the restaurant could be much better, to match or surpass the excellence of other options around, again, for this level of standing. Will we go back? Certainly yes!

The room was great - large and comfortable, with a fun two way fire place that made it feel very cozy. The breakfast was fine - served in a hamper with nice choices (although there could have been a bit more food). The staff was very friendly and welcoming.

The breakfast seemed more limited in quantity than in most hotels or inns. (but the quality was fine).

Hotel is beautiful , staff fantastic, room spectacular, cookies every day just amazing experience. Breakfast basket -amazing, great choices for all even picky eaters. Loved the restaurant as well ate there twice in our 3 night stay, food was great!!! Loved the bathroom -it was huge !!! The bath tube with jets might be a bit high for older ppl but we loved it. Loved it all , cant wait to come there again.

When I called over the phone prior to arrival to make reservations for dinner at the restaurant I was told there was no availability, and was told we were going to be put on wait list. However upon arrival there were plenty of openings.

The room was bigger than we expected. We had everything we needed including a Keruig coffee maker, wine glasses, luxury robes and towels. We loved the breakfast basket delivered to our door in the morning with more food than we could eat. Everything was fresh and delicious. The staff was wonderful and very accommodating.

The unit we stayed in had a steep flight of stairs. We are healthy and able to do the stairs but it was just difficult with the luggage, etc.

Rooms are comfy , large, nicely decorated, quiet. The bathroom was large. The staff was courteous, friendly and very helpful.

The Panther used to have a small bar area where you could have a preprandial drink and chat. I miss that, though we could sit on the deck which was very pleasant. The picnic basket breakfast is good and convenient ,I guess, because you can eat in your room, the dining room or outside, but I preferred the regular breakfast served in the dining room.