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Christmas in Manchester, Vermont at The Equinox Resort & Spa

Make your Vermont holiday getaway even more memorable. Celebrate with the tree lighting and Breakfast with Santa, then head out to the slopes at Stratton or settle in by the fire.

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Spend the Holidays in Manchester, Vermont at The Equinox

Escape to the quintessential New England holiday. The Equinox has room for everyone, from classic hotel rooms and suites to townhomes and vacation homes for family gatherings and group getaways. Your winter getaway starts here, with onsite dining, spa treatments, an indoor heated pool and skiing and winter adventures nearby. Celebrate with festive events at the resort and around Manchester, bring your four-legged family members and take advantage of seasonal offers.

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Holiday Hotel Offers in Manchester, Vermont

Make the most of your holiday getaway with these seasonal offers.

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    Bring your four-legged family member along for a Vermont getaway! Enjoy fresh mountain air, waived pet fee, and Orvis pet gear during your stay. Don’t forget to tag us in your pup pics with #EquinoxPawsUp.
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    Hit the slopes in style with our Powder Ski Package! Enjoy daily breakfast, two welcome drinks, and savings with up to 10% off. Plus, enjoy convenient Ski Butlers service available to make your getaway effortless.
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    Escape the holiday rush with The Equinox’s Silent Night package. Set amid Vermont’s snow-dusted Green Mountains, it’s a serene retreat to restore balance, soothe the senses, and reconnect with what matters most this season.
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Holiday Events and Dining at The Equinox

Equinox Holiday Tree Lighting

Sunday, December 6, 2026, 4 to 6 PM on the Lincoln Lawn. Join us for a festive evening of seasonal activations, sweet treats, music and the lighting of our holiday tree.

Breakfast with Santa and Mrs. Claus

Sunday, December 6, 2026, 9 AM to 12 PM in the Colonnade Ballroom, with photos, holiday wishes and memories. Adults $38, children 4 to 12 $18, ages 3 and under free. Reservations through OpenTable.

Christmas Day Brunch

Friday, December 25, 2026, 9 AM to 2 PM in the Colonnade Ballroom. Adults $78, children 4 to 12 $32, ages 3 and under free.

Dining

Dine at Marsh Tavern or Falcon Bar. Holiday hours may vary.

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The Holidays at The Equinox

Holiday Happenings

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Winter Dine & Dream

Make the most of the holidays with a $50 food and beverage credit to use at any of our dining outlets, a 50% reduced resort fee and savings off our Best Flexible Rate. From cozy meals to après-ski cocktails, it is a delicious way to winter in Vermont.

Winter Activities Near The Equinox

Skiing at Stratton and Bromley

Stratton is 20 miles away, under 30 minutes from the resort, with 99 trails over 670 acres. Bromley is 10 miles away. A complimentary Stratton shuttle is available for in-house guests with sign-up at the front desk, and discounted Stratton lift tickets are available through the hotel. Ski details

Spa, Pool and Fitness

Unwind at the spa, open daily 8 AM to 8 PM, with a 25-yard indoor lap pool, an outdoor whirlpool, a sauna, a steam room and a 24-hour fitness center. Book treatments online or call 855.501.0029. Explore the spa

Land Rover Driving Experience

Take the wheel on an 80-acre course with 11 miles of trails. Learn more

Holiday Traditions in Manchester

Check the Events Calendar for the Manchester Holiday Lighted Tractor Parade, The Jingle Bell and Four Corners Carolers.

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Ski Butlers

Ski Butlers is the preferred ski rental vendor of the Equinox Resort & Spa. Ski Butlers offers ski rentals delivered to you - simple and convenient, so you can spend more time enjoying your vacation while on vacation. They deliver directly to your inn when it works best for you with extra boots to ensure the perfect fit. At the end of your stay, your equipment will be picked up and you don't even need to be there.

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Bromley Mountain Ski Resort

Bromley is your family-friendly Vermont ski resort just 10 miles from The Equinox. To kids, the mountain is huge. To parents, it's just the right size with slopes that funnel the whole family to our centralized base area.

The Equinox guests receive a discount on lift tickets at Bromley! To receive the booking code be sure to ask our front desk agents at check-in.

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Stratton Mountain Resort

Stratton Mountain is 17 miles from The Equinox and offers many trails for all skill levels. Now in its 60th season, Stratton is home to 11 lifts, including New England's first high-speed six-passengers, 99 trails, glades, and terrain parks. Through the years, Stratton Mountain Resort has grown into a vibrant resort Village and a community.

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Winter Time Fun

Between holiday celebrations, head outside. Bring your ice skates for the outdoor skating rink, strap on snowshoes to explore scenic trails, or head to Bromley Mountain and Stratton Mountain for skiing and snowboarding.

Rooms and Homes for the Holidays

From classic hotel rooms to vacation homes, there is room for everyone.

The Main Inn

The historic building, for guests who want to be at the center of resort life.

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The Orvis Inn

Cozy rooms and suites with wood accents.

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Townhomes

Best for families. Three bedrooms, three baths, 1,077 sq ft, sleeping six to eight.

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Meadow House

Best for a big gathering. Five bedrooms, 3,600 sq ft, sleeping up to twelve.

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A Getaway That Gives Back

Give a little more this holiday season with a getaway that gives back. Enjoy 5% off our Best Flexible Rate when you stay three nights or more in one of our Townhomes or Meadow House, and we’ll make a $100 donation to a local nonprofit on your behalf. It’s a wonderful way to bring loved ones together, enjoy a little extra room to celebrate, and make a meaningful difference in the community we call home.

Choose the organization closest to your heart: the Manchester Community Food Cupboard, Arlington Second Chance Animal Center, or Bennington County Habitat for Humanity. This season, make your time together count for even more.

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Planning Your Holiday Stay in Vermont

  • Check-in, fees and parking

    Check-in is at 4 PM and check-out is at 11 AM. The resort fee is $44 per night and includes the spa sauna, steam room and heated pool, the fitness center, resort bikes, sleds and snowshoes, fire pits, hiking trails, morning coffee and tea, bottled water and Wi-Fi. Self-parking is complimentary. Guests must be 21 or older.

  • Dogs

    Dogs are welcome for $75 per night for one dog or $100 per night for two, with a two-dog maximum per room and an 80 lb weight limit. Dogs are not allowed in the restaurants or pool.

  • Winter driving

    Vermont roads can be snowy. A four-wheel or all-wheel-drive vehicle and snow tires are recommended.

  • Holiday cancellation policy

    For stays between December 23 and January 2, cancellations are required at least 14 days before arrival. See the reservation policies.

Holiday FAQs

Book Your Vermont Holiday Stay

Call 855.501.0029 or book direct for seasonal offers.

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