
The Lodge at Spruce Peak
Best for mountain-focused stays: skiing, hiking, on-site village activities, and a large dedicated spa.
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The Lodge at Spruce Peak is a four-season, ski-in/ski-out mountain resort in Stowe with family-friendly activities, a full spa, and heated outdoor pool; this guide is for travelers who want mountain access, multiple on-site restaurants, and resort amenities. DoubleTree by Hilton Burlington Vermont is a large, branded hotel in South Burlington near BTV and UVM; read on if you need easy airport access, big meeting space, or a familiar chain experience.
Updated · about a 45–60 minute drive apart

Best for mountain-focused stays: skiing, hiking, on-site village activities, and a large dedicated spa.

Best for convenient travel logistics and events: close to Burlington International Airport, large conference space, and predictable branded service.
When The Lodge at Spruce Peak wins: choose Spruce Peak for direct slope access, a concentrated on-site dining scene (Alpine Hall, Tipsy Trout, Pico Taco, etc.), a large destination spa (The Spa at Spruce Peak), and family-oriented resort programming.
When DoubleTree wins: choose DoubleTree if your priority is proximity to BTV/UVM, lots of meeting and event space, a large room inventory, and the conveniences of a major hotel brand (24-hour front desk, business center, consistent amenities).
Bottom line: Pick The Lodge at Spruce Peak for a mountain resort experience and on-site recreation; pick DoubleTree for airport-area convenience, conference facilities, and chain-hotel consistency.
| Category | The Lodge at Spruce Peak | DoubleTree |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Four-season mountain resort, village setting, Adirondack-inspired design | Major branded hotel, business- and airport-oriented |
| Location | Base of Mount Mansfield; direct access to Spruce Peak Village and ski lifts | South Burlington near Burlington Intl. Airport and University of Vermont |
| Size (rooms / footprint) | Resort with multiple room and suite types across lodge and residences (12 room types listed) | 311 guestrooms |
| Ages / audience | All-ages resort with children's programming and family facilities | All-ages; not adults-only |
| Pools | Outdoor heated pool open year-round with indoor swim-out access and hot tubs | Indoor pool (number of indoor pools: 1) |
| Restaurants & bars | Multiple on-site outlets (Alpine Hall, Tipsy Trout, WhistlePig Pavilion, Pico Taco, Aqua Pool Bar, The Pantry, Beanery Café) | At least 2 restaurants including The Atrium; room service available during limited hours |
| Spa & wellness | The Spa at Spruce Peak — large wellness facility (21,000 sq ft, 18 treatment rooms), age limits on treatments/amenities | Not published |
| Meetings & events | Multiple ballrooms and venues across the lodge (Tamarack Ballroom, Junior Ballroom, Terrace, plus village spaces) | Large conference center — 30,000 sq ft and 14 meeting rooms |
| Known for | Ski-in/ski-out access and mountain activities | Airport proximity, conference facilities, and convenient access to Burlington |
| Parking & transport notes | Valet parking (fee), limited self-parking, electric car charging; no scheduled shuttle to BTV (can recommend hired services) | Free self parking; preferred airport: Burlington Intl. Airport (BTV) |
The Lodge at Spruce Peak sits at the base of Mount Mansfield in Spruce Peak Village with direct access to lifts, village dining, and nearby trails.
Choose Spruce Peak to stay inside a mountain village with immediate access to skiing and mountain activities.
DoubleTree by Hilton Burlington Vermont is in South Burlington close to the airport and University of Vermont, aimed at travelers needing easy access to BTV and Burlington.
Choose DoubleTree for quick airport access and a central base for Burlington-area business or short stays.
Spruce Peak offers a variety of studios and suites designed for families and multi-night stays, many with sofa beds and multi-bedroom options.
The Lodge is better if you want suite options and family-friendly room mixes.
DoubleTree lists a wide set of accessible and standard room types across a large inventory of 311 guestrooms.
DoubleTree is strong on accessible room choices and consistent, predictable rooms across a large property.
The Lodge presents a compact roster of destination dining outlets spanning farm-to-table, seafood, casual tacos, and poolside service.
Spruce Peak focuses on locally sourced menus and multiple distinct restaurants on property.
DoubleTree offers on-site American dining and bar options suitable for breakfasts, business meals, and casual dinners.
DoubleTree provides standard hotel dining suitable for travelers seeking convenience and predictable menus.
The Lodge has a year-round heated outdoor pool with indoor swim-out access, mountain views, and hot tubs.
Spruce Peak's heated outdoor pool is a key part of the mountain-resort experience.
DoubleTree includes an indoor pool for guest recreation.
DoubleTree provides an indoor pool for guests, suited to travelers who prefer an indoor option close to the airport.
The Lodge's on-site Spa at Spruce Peak is a large wellness facility with adult-focused treatment policies and specialty treatments.
Spruce Peak is the better pick for a full spa day and longer wellness-focused stays.
DoubleTree emphasizes business and event services with a 24-hour business center and at least one bar/lounge.
DoubleTree suits business travel and conference stays where on-site meeting infrastructure matters.

The Lodge at Spruce Peak — true ski-in/ski-out access and immediate proximity to lifts and village activities.

DoubleTree — close to Burlington International Airport and convenient for arrivals or early flights.

The Lodge at Spruce Peak — a large destination spa with signature treatments and dedicated amenity areas.

DoubleTree — 30,000 sq ft of conference space and 14 meeting rooms designed for large events.
DoubleTree is close to BTV in South Burlington; The Lodge at Spruce Peak is roughly a 45–60 minute drive from the airport.
The Lodge at Spruce Peak is family-focused with children's programming and family-sized suites; DoubleTree is all-ages but geared more toward business and airport travelers.
Yes. The Lodge has a heated outdoor pool with indoor swim-out access and hot tubs; DoubleTree lists one indoor pool.
DoubleTree has a large conference center (about 30,000 sq ft and 14 meeting rooms). The Lodge has extensive event and ballroom options as well, but DoubleTree's listing emphasizes a larger total conference footprint.
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