Basin Harbor

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jan 2026

mehrnaz

Staff, clean room

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

22 Oct 2025

James E

Historical location. Plenty of things to do at location. Enjoyed our stay.

Leisure

6/10

Pleasant

19 Oct 2025

Victoria

Very expensive resort hotel with not many room amenities. This place was one of the most expensive, definitely out in the boonies hotel we stayed in our long road trip. We were looking for a place to stay and it was later in the evening, and this was one of the only options in the area. The staff was very friendly, but we did not use any of the outdoor activities. We stayed in the main lodge and even though our room had a living room area, we were surprised to find NO Television in the room! The only TV was in a public space. The bathroom had one small shelf to put your toiletries, which was very inconvenient, and I could not find a hair dryer. The shower was one of the small capsule style like in Europe, so no elbow room. We did go down to their Red Mill restaurant and the staff was very accommodating to get us seated near a TV for the NFL game. We also liked the snack bar downstairs the next morning & got a yummy fresh croissant & cappuccino for breakfast.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 Oct 2025

Jessica

Our basin harbour stay was amazing. The staff were so great and attentive. The grounds and accomodation is stunning. It was clean and beautifully presented. The breakfast is also amazing. We absolutely loved our stay and would definitely stay again.

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

15 Oct 2025

David

Beautiful location, quiet and peaceful weekend getaway. Will definitely be back!!!

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

15 Oct 2025

Jonathan

Place was old. Paid for the stand alone two bedroom cottage with an fireplace and we lit a fire. Room filled with smoke, they moved us to a nicer place but it was just a different stay. Off the grid almost out in the middle of nowhere. Thin walls, single door handle locked rooms. Just not what we are used too. For the price I would not stay here again

Partner

8/10

Excellent

11 Oct 2025

David

Staff was extremely friendly and helpful. Room was small but fit our needs.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 Oct 2025

Tito

Surprisingly a very nice upscale resort that the photos in Expedia did not do justice. Awesome accommodations and good dining options which can be rare in remote areas of VT

Leisure Pet

10/10

Exceptional

29 Sep 2025

Kirk

40th Anniversary Trip

Clean comfortable room. Amazing Staff! Lots of amenities!
Beautiful location!!

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

29 Sep 2025

Richard

I did not get the room I booked. Room was not deluxe, twin beds instead of queen

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

10 Sep 2025

Amy

The golf course left a lot to be desired. It was not well maintained and not a very hospitable staff. We were very disappointed.

10/10

Exceptional

18 Aug 2025

Justin

Basin harbor is The best!!

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

31 Jul 2025

Amy

Amazing Place

Basin Harbor was amazing. The views were breathtaking and the people were very accommodating and the stay was great. We definitely would go back.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 Jul 2025

Carolyn

My husband and I stayed at this property because we are driving from the New England coast to upstate New York and wanted a halfway place in the extreme heat. I had remembered this place finally from a couple visits when I was a little girl and had always wanted to go back. We had a lovely room and one of the cottages we had great meals at the main restaurant and the Red Mill.
We loved swimming in the lake at the resort and at Button Bay Park. My husband visited the nearby Marine museum, and I had a wonderful visit at the Shelburne Museum.
The staff were professional and extra courteous!
Only two things that I would change:
The breakfast options were extremely limited. Large Buffet in main dining room, or coffee and small choice of pastries at the main lodge store. Sub par coffee machines in the room.
I recommend adding a place to get good coffee and a small continental breakfast on site.
The other issue that we had is the trail to Button Bay park was not well marked, the signage needs to be enhanced. We got slightly lost, but met a couple the next day who got really lost for the same reason.
I went to Vergennes, 15 minutes away to find good coffee and there are some nice small shops there.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jul 2025

Mary

Quiet, private, great location nestled in a protected harbor and Lake Champlain; nice swimming area in the Lake as well as a beautiful outdoor pool. Well-maintained golf course, dining options, even a \"snack shack.\" 90 minute \"shipwreck\" cruise on the Lake was fun (underwater drone utilized to actually show us some of the 200 wrecks that litter the bottom of Lake Champlain). Our stay was made most wonderful by the awesome staff, most especially the front desk people who have great attitudes and a willingness to go out of their way to be helpful; all were amazing but especially Tanner and Zee! Thank you for making a first time visitor feel right at home!

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

08 Jul 2025

James

*** A conspicuously fine, & pricy place to stay (commensurate w/offerings).......Tho, for those still on a budget, as humble advice, book direct for best value---Lesson learnt ***

10/10

Exceptional

27 Jun 2025

Mark

The staff here is outstanding, they went out of their way to help us.
Looking forward to going back.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

19 Jun 2025

Donald

This resort is a hidden gem. We enjoyed our stay

Friends_and_family Friends

6/10

Pleasant

03 Jan 2025

Katherine

The property is scenic, but the cabin was tiny and shabby and so overpriced. One redeeming thing was the abundance of activities and the wonderful dining experience.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

09 Oct 2024

John

Hard to base a review of a resort on a one night stand, but when you have an enjoyable experience you become very enthusiastic about the whole thing.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Oct 2024

Richard

Endroit bucolique, relaxant.

Personnel charmant, endroit relaxant dans la nature, environnement très beau.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Oct 2024

Edwin

Wish we'd had more time there to enjoy the lovely resort grounds and more of the facilities. Room was large and cabin-like in that there was a back deck and screen door out onto it (as well as a solid door, of course). It rained the day and night there, and we left the back door open to hear the lovely rain all night ~
The only surprise to us was having no tv in the room - fine with the many outdoor activities but on rainy days and nights we would've liked to have had one~

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

26 Sep 2024

Alan

It is in a very beautiful area on Lake Champlain with walking trails to a spectacular lookout. This place has it all.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Sep 2024

Deanna

Resort is above amazing. Elegant grounds, ton of activities, and definitely would plan a wedding here! Just beautiful!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 Sep 2024

Jim

Fantastic

4/10

Poor

15 Sep 2024

Isolde

Not recommended

No elevator, had to carry luggage over narrow staircase, no TV in the room, Red Mill Restaurant in resort a catastrophy, completely overwhelmed, unfriendly staff, received text for express checkout 2 hours after I had already checked out

8/10

Excellent

26 Aug 2024

karen

Our stay was wonderful. We had minor issues but were addressed quickly. Trash was left from last guest but once reported staff picked up within 15 minutes. We had reservation but were not seated on time, after it was brought to manger attention she was lovely and got us seated. The property is beautiful and tons of things to do for all ages. Lovely vacation!

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

26 Aug 2024

Gonzalo

Spectacular setting, incredible staff, very pampered. Great for children too

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

16 Aug 2024

Margie

We loved our cozy cabin on stilts right on the water. Pleasantview cabin had all the privacy and views. A resort around for generations. Has Dirty Dancing vibes. Beautiful property and service. So glad we stayed!

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

30 Jul 2024

Kayla

Absolutely beautiful property with lovely gardens everywhere. The harbor staff were very friendly and helpful. The rooms were a bit outdated and the food was okay for the price. The pool is fantastic! My children had such a good time.

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

28 Jul 2024

Stephen

Great getaway
Music in the lounge is great
Gorgeous views, nice common areas, beautiful gardens,
wonderful harbor
Lots of activities
Excellent for families

Leisure Partner

4/10

Poor

27 Jul 2024

Vlasta

Cottages are very old. Faucet malfunctioned and couldn’t turn water off at one point. Ac window units are dirty and room has funny smell. Beds are very soft and you fall in. No tv in rooms. Not worth what we paid for. Trampolines in water covered in seagull droppings. Limited dining options although food is pretty good. Grounds are nice and clean but not enough trash barrels.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

25 Jul 2024

Gillian

We had an INCREDIBLE stay. Had a room in the lodge. It was quaint and quiet and perfect.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

07 Jul 2024

jamie

We stayed at Summit, a newer building. Much nicer than the older cottages. Waterside was beautiful, boat ride around the lake was a gem

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

02 Jul 2024

Derick

Great stay lots to do

Had a great couple of nights, the property is great and has a lot to offer, we will definitely be back!

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

27 Jun 2024

Nelda

It had a rustic charm. We expected a few amenities for the price.

The staff was very gracious.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Jun 2024

Sarah

We had a truly wonderful stay here with the family. So much to do in such a beautiful setting, and everyone on staff was so lovely!

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

23 Jun 2024

Carol

Great resort. It has it all, golf, a marina, areas to walk. Staff goes above and beyond, especially Stacy.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

10 Oct 2023

Julie

We stayed at a little cottage (Northway 3). It was right on the bay, peaceful and beautiful. Would stay again.

10/10

Exceptional

03 Oct 2023

Charles

Very beautiful view of Lake Champlain.
Good food in Restaurant and price was very reasonable.

Partner

4/10

Poor

20 Sep 2023

leslie

VERY disappointing.

Booking 6 months in advance, we believed we would be given a decent room; however, the room had little resemblance to what was pictured and described on the website. The room was so small, you could hardly walk around the bed, the blinds in the bathroom were inoperable (but needed because the room next door peered into the bathroom!) the air conditioner faulty, the queen size bed uncomfortable, and the room overall needs updating. We asked twice to be moved, as we were there for 3 nights....but were told it would cost another $200 per night. Quite disappointing, and unsatisfactory all the way around. One redeeming factor is the staff, who are delightful and tried to be helpful. A renovation is needed!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

02 Sep 2023

Patrice

It was a fabulous experience.

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

31 Aug 2023

Rodman

Nice view from porch but the bathroom was unusable.

10/10

Exceptional

11 Aug 2023

Crystal

The staff was great and there was so much to do here! We had a small room, so I'd book a cabin next time.

Leisure Self

6/10

Pleasant

31 Jul 2023

ann

Room needs renovation and bed was very uncomfortable - soft like a hammock

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

22 Jul 2023

David

Back to the roaring twenties❤️

Hidden gem: wonderful 1920s resort on Lake Champlain. Excellent cheerful service. Outstanding food the North dock lobster feast dinner was particularly good. Wish we could have stayed longer. Very comfortable.

2/10

Poor

03 Jun 2023

Chris

Not sure why this is rated so high. They moved us from lake view to a suite with a view of the parking lot. Room was about 40 years outdated, had old ripped couch with wicker furniture that had mismatched cushions in the living room. We killed about a dozen ants and 3 spiders within the first few hours. Foundation is so bad the bed was tilted and caused you to keep rolling to one side. Pool was filthy, tennis court had no nets and weeds all over it. Really had a bad stay.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

11 Oct 2022

Anna

Memorable beautiful private unique place w a wide array of activities & excellent customer service!

Business_and_leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

10 Oct 2022

Valarie

So beautiful! Very relaxing and a great get away!

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

14 Aug 2022

odile

Basin Harbor is a bit like stepping back in time. It is a charming resort full of old fashion touches. The location and grounds are beautiful and there are tons of activities for kids and grown ups. Many people seem to be regulars. The staff is super friendly and accommodating. The rooms and the lodge, however, could definitely use some renovations and upgrades. Everything feels dated and could use some sprucing up. The room was tiny and darkish. There was no TV. Shower barely gave a couple of minutes of hot water.

Leisure Friends

8/10

Excellent

01 Aug 2022

Lianne

A beautiful resort with so much history and beautiful grounds! Sorry we could not stay longer! The Red Mill restaurant is sooooo good there!

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

30 Jun 2022

Maureen

Fair, room had a broken lock so door didn’t close properly. Person was sent to fix it shortly before I checked out also bathroom window had very large cracks. Staff was very laid back about fixing broken lock, didn’t seem to care.

Business

10/10

Exceptional

27 Jun 2022

Louis

Complete resort, centered around an excellent golf course typical of Ireland/Scotland.
Despite being huge, everthing seemed close to where we stayed.

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

19 Jun 2022

John

First room (Champlain house) was very old. Luckily was able to move, new house was more up to date, shower temp was terrible, changed from hot to cold, back and forth for no reason. Deck was nice but not clean. Green algae was on the newer white trim boards. Power washing is easy and would do wonders. Definitely wouldn’t spend the money to stay there again, Amenties looked good although didn’t partake. Food at the Redmill was good.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

08 Oct 2021

john

Beautiful setting

Leisure Family

4/10

Poor

06 Oct 2021

Michelle

Worst stay evet

It was awful. Door was unlocked, there was urine on the toilet seat and a spider on one of the beds

Friends_and_family Family

4/10

Poor

21 Sep 2021

LYNN

The gardens were beautiful. They tried to give us a step down room in very poor condition. The room we paid for they gave away and they could only get us in a semi decent room for half our stay. We had to rework our vacation and find places to stay. Without support from Orbitz they wouldn't have given us a refund. Even then they tried to give us 300.00 less. With Orbitz support it all worked out. I was so grateful we booked through Orbitz. We wouldn't go back. The pictures and amenities on the website are really misleading.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

17 Jun 2021

Verified traveler

Beautiful grounds. Very small room

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

04 Aug 2020

Steven

Great Family get away

The cottage we had was dated but still perfect. View of the water, walking distance to pool. Dog friendly and very kid friendly. I recommend bringing your bikes.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

24 Jul 2020

Joseph

Great getaway

Such a great relaxing place to visit. Staff was all very friendly and everything was very safe and clean.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

22 Jul 2020

Verified traveler

Nice nostalgic property

8/10

Excellent

14 Jul 2020

Jessica

great site, cottage just ok

Beautiful scenery and view from the room. Property grounds and amenities are great. Cottage was a little dirty and dusty.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

10 Oct 2019

Theresa

What a beautiful resort! My husband and I were passing through town and got a last minute room at Basin Harbor. When we checked in it was dark so we couldn’t see the grounds and went straight to bed. In the morning we awoke to quite a pleasant surprise. What a lovely place to stay! We walked the property and saw a full yoga class on the boat dock. This place is breathtaking and there’s so much to do here - biking, kayaking, SUP, golf... I would love to come back and spend some quality time at this beautiful resort.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Oct 2019

Verified traveler

First time staying at the property and didn't know what to expect and after driving to what seemed like the middle of no where I was very pleasantly surprised. Cabin doesn't look like much from the outside but once you walk in it was spacious, clean, quaint, breathtaking views. I don't know if I would make this a destination vs needed to be in the area but I will consider. Very 👍

Business Family

8/10

Excellent

01 Sep 2019

Verified traveler

Lovely property. Secluded and peaceful. Gardens are beautiful. Cabins look simple. Rooms in main lodge are very clean and new bathrooms. Feels like summer camp with water activities, tennis and golf. You are off the grip. Only cell service is their free wifi.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

18 Aug 2019

ALEXANDER

Beautiful spot - be precise with room selection

This place is a little gem. A beautiful idyllic place with exceptional views of Lake Champlain and the sights of the kids swimming and diving into the lake is are memories to treasure; great water sports for all; good food; super service. The only slight negative is that the accommodation is mixed and can be a bit cramped. They claimed not to have been provided the full information by hotels.com/Expedia so we were put 4 in a room which was really only fit for 2/3 max. The hotel was basically full. Nonetheless, they did their best and moved us from room to room. We ended up in 3 different rooms in our 3 night stay and whilst this was far from ideal, they were helpful in assisting us move and accommodating our needs as best they could. We liked the Summit building best. Woodlea was also okay. Northway was really too small for us. BUT we really enjoyed our stay despite the hassles with the room.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

13 Aug 2019

Verified traveler

Room in lodge very small. Not able to sit in and relax

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Aug 2019

Verified traveler

No TV’s creating a more tranquil environment. We loved water trampolines for the kids to bounce on!
Cabins with water views are awesome. The main lodge breakfast buffet was awesome. Next time will try the golf course!

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jul 2019

Verified traveler

I'm a Vermonter and stayed here with my husband and kids midweek in the Champlain House. The resort property is stunning. Our room was wonderful. Large, clean, well decorated in nautical theme. This place is great for couples with children. I was pleasantly surprised at all the fun things for the kiddos including a tiny sandy beach with child size boats that are free, water traumpoline for older kids, diving board into the lake, a heated large pool, and even had a bouncy house with someone making balloon animals for the kids. We went to the sawmill to eat dinner and was very kid friendly. Overall- excellent place and stay. Wish we had more time and money to book one of the lake cottages. Some things that were not up to par were the kids playground is sorely in need of some help with bees making nests in the sand box and some pretty cool (read old) rides that are in desperate need of a paint job and some sprucing up. We were the only ones at the playground. Our room's porch was also in dire need of deep clean with insect homes on the roof (clearly it was not cleaned up when the place opened for the season) and lots of ants and spiders on the porch (if housekeeping swept every day this would not be a problem). Lastly- kudos for this hotel to forego on individual shampoos and use a dispenser but it would have been nice if they went with a Vermont soap company. The bar soap sadly smelled like dial and expected more from a resort.

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jul 2019

Susan

Heaven

Basin Harbor was beautiful, serene, joyful, reassuring, considerate. Room was comfortable and very attractive. Dinner was excellent. Staff helpful. The morning I left I sat for 90 minutes in an Adirondack chair staring at the harbor , the Lake and the green hills across the lake hoping to imprint it in my mind to recall in a time of stress. Perfect.

6/10

Pleasant

20 May 2019

Thommy

Now I know how it was in the 50ies. The service was friendly but the venue is very old!

Leisure Friends

6/10

Pleasant

04 Oct 2018

Verified traveler

staff very friendly and accommodating. rooms could have less damp. visting the restaurant one feels like being on a time travel. looking into the interior design of the restaurant could turn it a more attractive place to enjoy your meal.

10/10

Exceptional

11 Sep 2018

Allan

Historic hotel with golf course, pool, lake setting and access. Beautiful grounds.

6/10

Pleasant

27 Aug 2018

Verified traveler

Great access to the lake but the rooms are not kept clean. Food was terrible, which was the reason we left a day early.

10/10

Exceptional