HOTEL UPDATES
Hotel Champlain - A Curio by Hilton (Coming in 2024):
In a beautiful transformation, the Hilton Burlington Lake Champlain is evolving into "Hotel Champlain," proudly joining the Curio Collection by Hilton. This rebranding represents a forward-thinking commitment to Burlington’s downtown. Stay tuned for the official opening of Hotel Champlain and the debut of their new restaurant, the Original Skiff Fish+Oyster. Named for it's iconic location overlooking Lake Champlain, Hotel Champlain captures the essence of Vermont's natural beauty while combining it with the best of downtown Burlington, with the new restaurant emphasizing fresh seafood and local farm-to-table cuisine. This 258 room hotel is positioned perfectly to accommodate for your upcoming meeting, conference, wedding, or event. With over 20,000 sq ft., of meeting space and 15 different meeting rooms. Let your attendees experience some of the best downtown Burlington has to offer!
The Inn at Burlington:
Discover the newly renovated and rebranded Inn at Burlington, conveniently located near the airport and within walking distance of various attractions and neighboring hotels in South Burlington. Whether you seek an excellent overflow property or a convenient stay in Burlington, this property is worth exploring, with proximity to Higher Ground, great restaurants and shopping, and more. You can book your stay right here!
The Farmhouse at Sunset Pond:
Exciting developments are underway at The Essex Resort & Spa, with a new on-site conference center in progress. This expansion opens up numerous opportunities for meetings and events in the region. The meeting space boasts a generous 5100 square feet, capable of accommodating up to 325 seated guests or 500 for a reception. Additionally, a 2800 square foot covered farmers porch provides an option for an extra 250 seated guests. Two suites within the venue offer versatility for internal sessions or serve as convenient getting-ready rooms for weddings. Adjacent to the venue, the lawn space provides an open area suitable for team-building activities or ceremonies. Stay tuned or reach out directly to book a tour!
NEW ATTRACTIONS AND MORE:
Burlington Trolley Tours:
Take off on an immersive journey through the region with Burlington Trolley Tours, set to resume in 2024 after a successful inaugural season in 2023. Whether you're looking for group transportation or a one-hour guided tour through the region to explore its history and geography, the trolley offers a unique experience for your friends, colleagues, or event attendees.
IN THE WORKS
SILT BATHOUSE:
Arriving in spring 2025, the Nordic-inspired Silt Bath House adds a unique touch to Burlington's offerings. Visit the Silt House website for more information on this upcoming attraction.
CITYPLACE BURLINGTON:
A mixed-use facility in the heart of downtown. Bringing new life with housing, street-level retail, a new hotel, outdoo
r spaces, restaurants, and local businesses, CityPlace is set to redefine the city center. Stay tuned for construction updates and the anticipated completion date. More information can be found here.
CHAMPLAIN PARKWAY:
The Champlain Parkway project unfolds in two phases, with the initial contract progressing towards completion in 2024. This phase includes a new road from Home Avenue to Lakeside Avenue and enhancements to Lakeside Avenue and the Pine Street segment. The second contract, slated for 2025, aims to complete the Champlain Parkway from I-189 to Home Avenue, accompanied by upgrades to the Pine Street stretch between Kilburn and Main Streets. Exciting times lie ahead for Burlington's infrastructure.
