Hotel di Swanton

As a Hilton Honors Diamond member for many years, I enjoy staying in different properties across the Hilton portfolio. I also travel exclusively by Amtrak, and with St. Albans being the end of the line, having any Hilton family hotel so close to the station is a big plus for me. A long planned trip finally brought me to t his property earlier this week. While yes it's a bit pricey, we're also in a period of inflation and now recession so I dealt with it. Thinking of it as more points to earn so that I can stay elsewhere for free (or a re-visit here) made it much better. As always with Hilton properties, I did an online check-in the day before and chose my room. Hilton encourages members to skip the front desk and go directly to their rooms with the digital key. I figured on returning later to get my water and snack. However, as what I believe is a cost saving measure, upon entering my room with the digital key, I found that a plastic card is necessary if one wants electric power. So in the dark I left my luggage and returned downstairs to the desk. This was my only nit, that had I known of this I would have stopped at the front desk upon arrival. This defeats the purpose of the digital key, so perhaps the electricity could be re-worked to also activate with one's phone. Back at the desk I was greeted and I explained what had happened. The staff was very friendly and professional, and I was welcomed and my status was recognized. Back in my room now with lights and TV, I found there to be ample space for my belongings and a comfortable desk and chair to work on my computer. The bathroom was bright and also had good counter space for my toiletries. No issues hot water for my morning shower. I did have a good sleep and woke up refreshed. Breakfast was everything that can be expected from a Hampton Inn. I had plenty of scrambled eggs to sustain myself until a late afternoon meal on the train. Check-out was as professional as check-in, and when I mentioned I was departing on Amtrak, I was even reminded of its 9:15 AM departure time with a smile. Being near a train track, one can expect to hear train horns. While Amtrak is only there twice a day, freight trains do use the line as well so there might be other sounds. Overall, it was a wonderful stay, and should I take this trip again I would definitely stay at the property again.... and check-in in person.

With a stay at Back Inn Time Bed & Breakfast in St. Albans (St. Albans Historic District), you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Taylor Park and St. Albans Historical Museum. This bed & breakfast is 3.2 mi (5.2 km) from St. Albans Bay Park and 8.4 mi (13.5 km) from President Chester A. Arthur's Home.Enjoy recreational amenities such as a sauna and bicycles to rent. This Victorian bed & breakfast also features complimentary wireless internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area.Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the bed & breakfast's room service (during limited hours). Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary full breakfast is served on weekends from 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM.Featured amenities include express check-out, dry cleaning/laundry services, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 5 individually decorated guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and separate sitting areas, and housekeeping is provided daily.

With a stay at The North Hero House Inn & Restaurant in North Hero, you'll be steps from Lake Champlain and Lake Champlain Islands. This bed & breakfast is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Hero's Welcome and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Knight Island State Park.Pamper yourself with onsite massages or enjoy recreation amenities such as a private beach. This bed & breakfast also features complimentary wireless internet access and a fireplace in the lobby.Satisfy your appetite at Pier Bar, one of the bed & breakfast's 2 restaurants. Need to unwind? Take a break with a tasty beverage at one of the 2 bars/lounges. A complimentary local cuisine breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.Featured amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, refrigerator in a common area, and a water dispenser. Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 26 air-conditioned rooms featuring Smart televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms with bathtubs or showers are provided. Conveniences include electric kettles and free tea bags/instant coffee, and housekeeping is provided on request.