506 On the River Inn

Woodstock, Vermont

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River View Room
506 Bistro
Farmhouse Kitchen
506 Bistro
River View Room
506 Bistro
Farmhouse Kitchen
506 Bistro

The hotel

The genuine Vermont experience, 506 On The River Inn is set in 6 stunning acres, is filled with quaint local artefacts, and serves regional microbrews at its antique bar. No wonder Condé Nast Traveler named it one of ‘The Places to Visit’. Soaking up Ottauquechee River views from your balcony’s rocking chair’s arguably the best pastime here – if you’re not distracted by the indoor pool and hot tub, well-stocked games room, toy-filled playroom, free WiFi, or nearby Woodstock (there’s free parking when you return). But life at the inn starts and ends in its lounge, where Chesterfields set the mood: every morning, its country kitchen’s laden with complimentary treats like French toast slathered in the family farm’s maple syrup; you can pour free tea and coffee all day; and, come evening, the bistro presents refined yet comforting dishes.

Amenities

  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Restaurant
  • Swimming Pool

Where is it

On a 6-acre plot along a stretch of river just 2 miles from Woodstock village. The surrounding countryside is home to hiking, skiing, bike trails, fall foliage displays, farms from dairy to maple, breweries, historic centres, farmers’ markets, and Marsh Billings Rockefeller National Historic Park. Driving time from Boston Logan International Airport: 2 hours 30 minutes.

Hotel information

40 rooms. All with balcony or patio, easy chair, ottoman, 40” flatscreen LCD Smart TV, microwave, mini-fridge, tea and coffee maker and safe. Rollaway cots*, pack and plays* and iron and boards available on request. Riverview Rooms are 275 sq ft and have views of the river, with 1 king-size bed and single-pull out sofa bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child.

Farmhouse Kitchen (complimentary breakfast). 506 Bistro (open for dinner and cocktails using fresh seasonal ingredients). Indoor swimming pool. Hot tub. Sauna. 24-hour fitness room. Library. Games and entertainment lounge. 506 Explorers (kids' activities and entertainment programme). Complimentary WiFi. Complimentary self-parking.

*Denotes local charge.

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Traveller rating

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Beware Horrible since new corporate ownership

Aug 10, 2025 robert a Turks and Caicos

We stayed Here Aug. 8th -10th. Stayed here a couple of times over the last 3 years .They lost a customer after this time. Let's start with they removed all the phones in all the rooms. The rooms are badly in need of work. Broken sinks, countertops, coffee makers with no cups or spoons, no staff to serve you in the restaurant, Couldn't get… Read more
We stayed Here Aug. 8th -10th. Stayed here a couple of times over the last 3 years .They lost a customer after this time. Let's start with they removed all the phones in all the rooms. The rooms are badly in need of work. Broken sinks, countertops, coffee makers with no cups or spoons, no staff to serve you in the restaurant, Couldn't get drinks because bartender was out sick supposably . Horrible continental breakfast. Not even a complimentary bottle of water. Water station in hallway beware of. The carafe that are next to water purifier had lipstick on the mouth. Disgusting . Maids just remove them from the rooms and put them back in the station instead of having the kitchen wash them. Should call the board of Health. Way overpriced for the accommodations. And lets not forget the $30 a night fee to use the pool and spa. You can't opt out of this fee. Lol charging you to use the amenities of the hotel . Stay just down the street at the woodstock inn . Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great Inn just outside of downtown Woodstock

Aug 8, 2025 Betsy F East Walpole, Massachusetts

My husband and I stayed one night. We really enjoyed our private deck that looked out over the lawn down to the river. My husband saw a coyote and a great blue heron while sitting out on the deck, early in the morning. The room was spacious and clean. The breakfast was hearty and appreciated, in the large and comfortable dining room. Downtown… Read more
My husband and I stayed one night. We really enjoyed our private deck that looked out over the lawn down to the river. My husband saw a coyote and a great blue heron while sitting out on the deck, early in the morning. The room was spacious and clean. The breakfast was hearty and appreciated, in the large and comfortable dining room. Downtown Woodstock was only a couple of miles away. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Very disappointing

Jul 31, 2025 erooney2014 London, United Kingdom

This inn is in an attractive location close to Woostock but it is basically an overpriced no frills motel. No one showed us to the room or helped with bags. We had a spacious room with a balcony facing the river which was nice but we soon noticed there were no drinking glasses of any kind anywhere in the room so I thought I'd call reception to ask… Read more
This inn is in an attractive location close to Woostock but it is basically an overpriced no frills motel. No one showed us to the room or helped with bags. We had a spacious room with a balcony facing the river which was nice but we soon noticed there were no drinking glasses of any kind anywhere in the room so I thought I'd call reception to ask for some but to my surprise, there was no phone. Went to reception for glasses & rather than sending someone to our room, they sent me to the bar. Back in the room, I discovered there were only three hangers in the closet so just left clothes in my suitcase. Breakfast was the worst, no fruit except some whole apples, some plain bread and no service. One poor lady was bringing food from the kitchen and wiping tables but guests were supposed to clear plates & scrape waste into a bin. At $357 a night, I expected a full service hotel which this is not. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Beware of collapsing bed and feces stench in showers!

Jul 6, 2025 BoardingPass622899 Norwalk, Connecticut

My family and I have been coming to 506 a couple of times a year for the last four years and have always loved it. Well, this July 4th weekend was our last time. After the new corporate owners took over, it seems the hotel couldn't care less about guest safety or basic comforts and amenities despite still charging the same "resort fees." From… Read more
My family and I have been coming to 506 a couple of times a year for the last four years and have always loved it. Well, this July 4th weekend was our last time. After the new corporate owners took over, it seems the hotel couldn't care less about guest safety or basic comforts and amenities despite still charging the same "resort fees." From smore kits no longer being put out, to fruit salad dissapearing from the brekfast options, to the games gazebo on the lawn being gone - these are just few of the many things that might be a bit annoying, but tolerable. What is not tolerable is the upper half of my 11 year old daughter's bed buckling at 5am, and rather than offering us a free night or other discount off our stay, the manager had the gall to tell us that the bed was not broken and we simply should have called the night maintenence to fix it. This manager must think it's normal for a bed to collapse, as long as it can be fixed quickly??? What planet does this management team live on? My daughter already has a back injury and 506 better hope this experience did not aggrevate it. Nevermind the hotel management also not offering any concessions for my brother in law's showers backing up with sewage and feces smells, which the maintenence man indicated may be due to persistent sump pump issues. It's really too bad because 506 just lost a repeat family of 16. Good job, I'm sure with this approach to customer service we will not be the last Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Quiet, comfortable, but pricey

May 29, 2025 LoriP1305 Bradenton, Florida

On the River Inn sits on a beautiful river setting with a large backyard going down to the river. The rooms are ok but could use a little furniture facelift for the price paid. The towel drying rack was pulled out of the wall and didn't work. Also, if you wait to book, you may get a better price. I booked too early and it went down $25. but… Read more
On the River Inn sits on a beautiful river setting with a large backyard going down to the river. The rooms are ok but could use a little furniture facelift for the price paid. The towel drying rack was pulled out of the wall and didn't work. Also, if you wait to book, you may get a better price. I booked too early and it went down $25. but wasn't offered the difference when I notified them. The restaurant is amazing. We had dinner and the complementary breakfast. Both were excellent. The pool and spa looked nice but we didn't use them. The pool table is an antique but fun to play even if some of the balls fall out the pockets. A little on the pricey side for the rooms but very quiet and comfortable. Read less