• Courtesy of Hotel Vermont

Hotel Vermont — Whether you're far from home or sneaking in a staycation, you'll sleep easy at Burlington's independent downtown hotel. With sophisticated rooms, farm-to-table restaurants and a stunning outdoor terrace, it's been named one of the top 25 hotels in the United States by Condé Nast Traveler.

Other Finalists (Inside Chittenden County)

• Courtyard Marriott Burlington Harbor
• The Essex Resort & Spa
• Hilton Burlington
• Hilton Garden Inn Burlington Downtown

• Courtesy of Trapp Family Lodge
• Trapp Family Lodge

Trapp Family Lodge — After touring the U.S., the storied Trapp Family Singers settled in Stowe and later began welcoming visitors to stay at their picturesque Alpine lodge. Today, the property offers guests more than just a few of their favorite things, from upscale amenities to mountain vistas.

Other Finalists (Outside Chittenden County)

• Field Guide
• Topnotch Resort & Spa