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The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant

The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant
The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant – Manchester, VT
The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant – Manchester, VT
Check in 3:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM

About The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant

Located in the heart of Manchester Village the Reluctant Panther offers 20 luxurious rooms and suites all featuring elegant design with antique furnishings fireplaces marble baths and original museum quality artwork. The Reluctant Panther Restaurant features contemporary American cooking in a relaxed yet elegantly upscale atmosphere. With an emphasis on locally sourced products our Chefs create a sophisticated dining experience that is unsurpassed in northern New England. A multiple year Wine Spectator award winning wine list complements the tasteful menu.

Amenities

  • Meeting space
  • On-site dining
  • Bar / lounge
  • Café / coffee shop
  • Concierge
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Pet friendly
  • Smoke-free property
  • Elevator

Reviews

4.9 / 5
Excellent 371 reviews
  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The inn is beautiful and quiet with a lovely pond and garden for sitting. The food is wonderful and thoughtfully prepared and every staff person was friendly and happy to help with great local information. Adirondack chairs in a beautiful back yard compliment this extremely well maintained historic property.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The hotel is well maintained and enjoyable to stay at.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Beautiful and quaint

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Lovely setting, friendly staff, comfy room, Terrific breakfast!

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Great staff; very friendly and accommodating

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    We chose to eat dinner at the restaurant in the hotel and had a truly excellent meal and excellent service. Breakfast is served in a basket that can be picked up in the dining room or delivered to your room. All in all, our stay was exceptional.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Place was dirty and run down. There were ants in the window seal in the dining area.

  • Engine customer May 2026

    My wife and I enjoyed our stay at The Reluctant Panther. The property was beautiful and conveniently located just a short drive from the town center. There are also restaurants and other hotels within walking distance. The room was spacious, clean, and comfortable. We enjoyed the complimentary breakfast that was delivered to our door each morning. Shout out to Richard for an easy check in/out. We hope to come back for another stay.

  • Engine customer May 2026

    Richard at the front desk was welcoming and professional. Our suite did not have heat and desk closed at 11,while we got to our room at 12.

  • Engine customer May 2026

    Gorgeous Nothing

  • Engine customer May 2026

    Beautiful room, wonderful staff. Nice breakfast in the room, and very good restaurant in the property. Highly recommend.

  • Engine customer May 2026

    Incredible food. Lovely inn. A vacation in itself. The shower was hard to get into

  • Engine customer May 2026

    Spacious room with sitting area and fireplace.

  • Engine customer Apr 2026

    The cottage was amazing! Breakfast was incredible every day and we wound up eating at the Restaurant one evening and the food was first class.

  • Engine customer Apr 2026

    It’s a lovelyB&B, our dinner there was a great culinary experience and the breakfast was also wonderful.

  • Engine customer Apr 2026

    My daughter and I had a wonderful time. We were given a room upgrade to the library room which was greatly appreciated. It was a beautiful room with a very comfortable bed, gorgeous bathroom and the staff were very attentive and friendly. The breakfasts that were delivered to our door in a basket were delicious. Definitely a cut above the normal fare.

  • Engine customer Mar 2026

    It feels like home when we stay here. The staff is friendly and welcoming. Our room was upgraded and we loved the fireplace and jacuzzi tub! Breakfast is delivered right to your room in a lovely picnic basket. This was our second stay. We will definitely be back.

  • Engine customer Mar 2026

    And the breakfast was a treat. Might be hard to find the Inn initially in the dark . Small sign.

  • Engine customer Mar 2026

    Stunning room with fireplace and view over pond to mountains beyond. Staff very welcoming and escorted us to room. Chef was a true gift to the Inn, his highest goal is to make the customer happy. Beautiful facility, perfect location.

  • Engine customer Mar 2026

    The fireplace was a nice touch, loved the bed and bathroom. The basket breakfast was very enjoyable. Great location close to everything. We couldn't get the ironing board to fold, and there was only one small folding table to eat the basket breakfast on.

Frequently asked questions about The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant

Does The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant offer parking?
Yes, The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant offers free parking on-site.
Does The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Yes. The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant offers meeting spaces for business and group use.
Does The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant have a fitness center?
The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant does not list an on-site fitness center. Some properties partner with nearby gyms — check directly with the hotel.
Where is The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant located, and how walkable is the area?
The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant is located at 17-39 West Rd, Manchester, VT 05254. With a Walk Score of 38, the area is rated Car-Dependent. A car or rideshare is recommended for most trips in this area.

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