Luxury Healing HotelsTopnotch Resort
Topnotch Resort Overview
You know what struck me first about Topnotch Resort? The moment you pull up that winding Mountain Road – and I mean, it’s actually a proper mountain road with those Vermont curves that make your ears pop – there’s this immediate sense that you’ve escaped somewhere real. Not one of those places that tries too hard to feel rustic, but actually sits naturally in the landscape like it belongs there.
The thing about Stowe is that most people think of it as just a ski destination, but honestly, Topnotch gets the year-round appeal right. I’ve been there in both summer and winter, and the vibe completely transforms – which is actually pretty cool. In winter, sure, you’ve got that whole alpine lodge atmosphere with people stomping around in snow boots and the fireplace going constantly. But summer? That’s when you realize the spa isn’t just an afterthought. The outdoor pools feel almost secret, tucked into the mountainside, and you can hear the stream running nearby. It’s one of those details that makes you think someone actually planned this place for relaxation, not just Instagram shots.
The rooms are solid – I mean, they’ve clearly been updated without losing that Vermont charm. None of that sterile hotel feeling, but the WiFi actually works (always a gamble in mountain towns) and the beds are properly comfortable. What I really appreciate is how they handle the whole “resort” thing without making you feel trapped. You’re maybe ten minutes from Stowe village if you want to grab dinner somewhere else, and the shuttle actually runs on time – small thing, but you know how these resort shuttles can be. The staff seems to stick around, which always tells you something about how a place treats people. They remember you if you’ve been there before, and they know the area well enough to give you actual recommendations instead of just pointing you toward the obvious tourist spots.
Look, it’s not perfect – the dining can feel a bit pricey even for Vermont standards, and if you’re here during peak foliage or ski season, it definitely gets busy. But there’s something about the way Topnotch sits in that valley that just works. Maybe it’s because they didn’t try to build the biggest or flashiest place – they just found a good spot and made it comfortable. The spa is legitimately good (I’m usually skeptical of hotel spas), and the tennis courts are actually maintained, which is rarer than you’d think. Plus, if you’re into hiking, there are trails that connect right from the property – not just the marked tourist ones, but actual mountain paths where you might not see another person for hours.
It’s the kind of place that makes sense for a long weekend when you want to feel like you’re away without having to fly somewhere or deal with a big city. The 8.6 rating feels about right – it’s genuinely good at what it does, just not trying to be everything to everyone.
Hotel Highlights
Reviews
Staff: 9.1
Comfort: 9.1
Location: 9.3
Free WiFi: 9.2
Facilities: 8.9
Cleanliness: 9.1
Value for money: 7.8
Anna from Canada
Top notch is one of my favourite places to stay!! You can feel instantly how staff wants to ensure a perfect experience, the rooms are very clean, the food is great in the restaurant (kuddos to the chef). The beds are very comfortable and the pool facilities are excellent.
Viraj from United States
Outdoor Hot tub
Nicole from United States
We didn't spend much time in the hotel because we enjoyed going to the town of Stowe near by. The hotel restaurant was very good and the hotel was always clean & the staff was friendly and kind. I loved the location of the hotel.
Evelyn from United States
Ate dinner at the restaurant. Food was delicious!
Eran from United States
Looks good and nice rooms
Patrick from Canada
The staff was extremely welcoming and the location is beautiful, the amenities are very well kept!
Anne from Canada
Location
Richard from United Kingdom
Enjoyed the outdoor pool
Kirsten from United Kingdom
Lovely setting and spa
Emma from United Kingdom
We didn't have breakfast at the resort.
In the evening we had some bar snacks with drinks and they were very nice. The ambience in the bar area was great and we enjoyed playing shuffle whilst we had a drink.
Surroundings
What's nearby:
- Vermont Ski Museum: 6 km
- Stowe Historical Society Museum: 6 km
- Stowe Village Historic District: 6 km
Restaurants & cafes:
- Restaurant Roost: 50 m
- Cafe/bar The Den at Stowe: 3.3 km
- Restaurant Trattoria la Festa: 450 m
Natural beauty:
- Peak Luce Hill (496m): 5 km
- Mountain Mount Mansfield: 9 km
Ski lifts:
- Mountain Triple: 5 km
- Tollhouse Double: 3.5 km
- Stowe Mountain Resort Cross Country Touring Center: 3.3 km
Closest airports:
- Edward F. Knapp State Airport: 46 km
- Burlington International Airport: 59 km
- Northeast Kingdom International Airport: 78 km
Topnotch Resort Rooms
- Deluxe King Room with 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
- Deluxe Double Room with 2 double beds for 4 adults, 1 child
- Executive King Room with 1 extra-large double bed for 3 adults, 1 child
- Executive Queen Room with Two Queen Beds with 2 large double beds for 4 adults, 1 child
- Premier Queen Room with 2 large double beds for 5 adults, 1 child
- West Branch Suite with 2 × 1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed for 3 adults, 1 child
- Two-Bedroom House with 2 × 2 extra-large double beds for 5 adults, 1 child
- Three-Bedroom House with 2 × 2 single beds, 1 extra-large double bed and 1 large double bed for 7 adults, 1 child
- Luxury Three-Bedroom House with 2 × 2 single beds, 1 extra-large double bed and 1 large double bed for 6 adults, 1 child
- Suite with 2 × 1 extra-large double bed for 6 adults
- Apartment with 3 extra-large double beds for 6 adults
Facilities
Ski:
- Ski pass vendor
- Ski equipment hire on site
- Ski storage
Bedroom:
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
General:
- Shuttle service
- Pet bowls
- Grocery deliveries Additional charge
- Shared lounge/T V area
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Allergy-free room
- Wake-up service
- Heating
- Packed lunches
- Lift
- Family rooms
- Barber/beauty shop
- Ironing facilities
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
- Wake up service/Alarm clock
- Room service
Kitchen:
- Coffee machine
- Refrigerator
Bathroom:
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Outdoors:
- Outdoor fireplace
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun terrace
- Terrace
- Garden
Wellness:
- Fitness/spa locker rooms
- Personal trainer
- Fitness classes
- Yoga classes
- Fitness
- Full body massage
- Hand massage
- Head massage
- Couples massage
- Foot massage
- Neck massage
- Back massage
- Spa/wellness packages
- Spa lounge/relaxation area
- Steam room
- Spa facilities
- Light therapy
- Body wrap
- Body scrub
- Body treatments
- Make up services
- Facial treatments
- Beauty Services
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- Massage Additional charge
- Spa and wellness centre Additional charge
- Fitness centre Additional charge
- Sauna
Activities:
- Bicycle rental Additional charge
- Aerobics
- Live music/performance
- Walking tours
- Badminton equipment
- Tennis equipment Additional charge
- Evening entertainment
- Squash Additional charge Off-site
- Horse riding Additional charge
- Bowling Additional charge Off-site
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Canoeing Additional charge Off-site
- Table tennis
- Games room
- Skiing Off-site
- Fishing Additional charge Off-site
- Golf course (within 3 km) Additional charge
- Tennis court Additional charge
Living Area:
- Desk
Food & Drink:
- Wine/champagne
- Kid meals Additional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee maker
Accessibility:
- Lower bathroom sink
- Higher level toilet
- Toilet with grab rails
- Wheelchair accessible
Languages spoken:
- English
Cleaning services:
- Daily housekeeping
- Ironing service
- Dry cleaning Additional charge
- Laundry Additional charge
Safety & security:
- Fire extinguishers
- Smoke alarms
- Safety deposit box
Media & Technology:
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Telephone
- TV
Reception services:
- Concierge service
- ATM/cash machine on site
- Luggage storage
- 24-hour front desk
Business facilities:
- Fax/photocopying Additional charge
- Meeting/banquet facilities Additional charge
Great for your stay:
- Restaurant
- Parking
- Private bathroom
- Spa and wellness centre
- Pets allowed
- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning
- Free parking
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
Entertainment and family services:
- Baby safety gates
- Kids' outdoor play equipment
- Board games/puzzles
- Babysitting/child services Additional charge
Parking Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).:
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Accessible parking
3 swimming pools Pool 1 - indoor Additional charge Pool 2 - outdoor Additional charge Pool 3 - outdoor Additional charge:
- Opening times
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Heated pool
- Pool/beach towels
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Opening times
- Seasonal
- All ages welcome
- Heated pool
- Pool/beach towels
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Opening times
- Open all year
- Adult only
- Heated pool
House Rules at Topnotch Resort
Pets:
- Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Check-in:
- From 16:00
- Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out:
- Until 11:00
Age restriction:
- The minimum age for check-in is 21
Cancellation/prepayment:
- Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Topnotch Resort Location
4000 Mountain Road, Stowe, VT 05672, United States
