The Grafton Inn

Gorgeous property in a wonderful place. However, we found the front desk "welcome" staff person pinched and rude. She didn't offer to help carry bags, didn't smile, couldn't answer basic questions about the hotel, and generally had a terrible vibe. Thankfully other staff members, such as the night staff and restaurant / morning staff, were more friendly, warm, and human.

I made a reservation on 1/10 at Grafton Inn for a few nights of February vacation starting 2/17. On 2/4, payment was taken in full for the reservation. On 2/8, just 10 days before our trip, the reservation was cancelled by the Inn. They stated they had damages that rendered the unit we were to stay uninhabitable. Apparently repairs needed to be done urgently during February vacation week. Only after I asked was I offered another room- but not for the Saturday start date I had originally booked.

If you can pay the $300, it is one of the best inn/hotel experiences we've had. Very helpful staff. Great room (two beds, sitting room). Excellent breakfast. Not much to do in Grafton itself (Grafton Cheese is not in the town), but a nice place to stay before beginning the Vermont Cheese Trail or your fall leaf tour of Vermont.

The Grafton Inn hosted our daughter's wedding on 29-30 September, and the entire staff did a marvelous job. I don't remember everyone's name, but Olivia Johnson (the wedding coordinator) in particular was excellent. Our room was well equipped and comfortable, the food was great, and the staff was very attentive to all the needs of the guests. With COVID-19 on the uptick, we brought along a powerful air purifier and asked to have as many windows open as possible. The staff responded to our concern with the utmost professionalism, moving the purifier from room to room to follow the crowd and ventilating the spaces as much as possible. I highly recommend the Inn for a wedding or just for a stay. It is a beautiful setting, both indoors and outdoors.

My husband and I took my parents here for a ski weekend in January. We loved it! Truthfully, when it warmed up and the snow was not as great I was nervous there wouldn't be enough for us to do in the area. However we had a wonderful time. We ate at both the Phelps Barn and the dining room. Both were delicious although a very similar menu. Breakfast each day was amazing! Definitely will fill you up. We checked out the area heading up to Okemo and Chester. At night we used the common area to have snacks/wine and play games from their selection. We also snowshoed at the rec center. One thing I wish I had paid better attention to was when the cheese factory and rec center would be open. Given the holiday weekend, I assumed all days but that was not the case.

I attended a meeting held at the Grafton Inn. The Inn is very charming and a delightful setting for groups to gather. The guest rooms are very clean, well appointed and nicely decorated. The staff are welcoming, friendly and very attentive. The meals were excellent, well prepared and presented. There are plenty of inviting cozy common areas at the inn to relax or have a quiet conversation. The Grafton Inn is quiet and the town setting is Vermont picture perfect.

The inn was absolutely lovely and exactly what we were looking for - quaint and filled with warm Christmas vibes. Our suite was very comfortable and the living room provided ample space for our toddler to play. The welcome cheese and crackers in the room was a lovely touch! You don't see that kind of hospitality anymore as hotels are cutting back. Phelps Barn was a wonderful place for dinner and the food was great. The live band was a nice way to settle in as well. Breakfast was DELICIOUS and more than we could have asked for to be included. The morning coffee and midday snacks were another lovely touch. Thank you for a wonderful stay!

Just returned from a 6 day journey through New England, and our first stop at the Grafton Inn was our best of the entire trip. The colors were just changing, and stunning peaceful long walks up Main street from right outside the Inn’s door each morning showcased the foliage. Our room was upstairs in the Main building, with a very comfy king bed, and accessible by stairs or elevator. The breakfasts are amazing! Large servings, and everything home made. The pancakes were the best my husband has ever had. And my homemade granola with fruit and Vermont yogurt (my favorite) was so plentiful, I could hardly finish eating it. The Inn is a perfect starting point to fabulous day trips. We Inn suggested a “driving tour” of historic covered bridges in the area that took us all day, and followed a path that took us right back to the Inn. We ended each day at the Inn’s Phelps Barn, a beautiful structure on the property with casual dining and a bustling and fun bar in the loft, where we met locals and visitors alike. (Shout out to our bartender Wendy!). All in all, a perfect stay. I was here 37 years ago, and had so many great memories of this place. So glad I returned to find the same beautiful Inn in one of the region’s most gorgeous settings.

We stayed at Grafton Inn when we traveled to Vermont for a wedding. Everything was absolutely amazing. The food was outstanding, the service was exquisite, all of the options for bike riding and for exploring the town were incredible. We will hope to get back to Grafton Inn again!