We purchased a voucher through Travelzoo and stayed for a weekend in February. The resort staff were very helpful and accommodating. The rooms were Clean and spacious. The meal we had at the resort's gourmet restaurant was excellent. Overall we were very impressed with the Essex and would definitely return. More

We booked this trip using a Groupon offer that included a 2 nite stay and cooking class/spa treatment. The property is beautiful, and we were warmly welcomed upon arrival. The room we had in The Mansion, was a nice size for the four of us, and nice and bright. Beds were very comfortable, although the bathroom was on the small... More

If you're looking for a place to relax, Essex Junction is a good place to stay. It's very quiet as well as clean. Shopping and restaurants are nearby. Stowe is about 45 minutes away. Staff was very friendly. Food was very good as well. I didn't take the culinary class credit, however, I opted for the spa credit (through travelzoo... More

I spent four days here on a work-related trip. I was expecting much more of the hotel and its location as it was my first visit to Vermont. Because of photographs and publicity, I had anticipated something more of a country inn with the bonus of great cuisine and a fine spa. Here are the positives first. The food was... More

Wife and I stayed 4 nights for anniversary. The wife took a cooking class and had a massage, enjoying both. Food was excellent. Bar was good. Service was very commendable. Moni, the concierge, is a joy. Some reviewers have complained about the rooms. We had a very nice, updated mini-suite. I think those folks went the Groupon Discount route, thus... More

I spent 4 days here this week for a work related trip. the hotel rooms were great, the beds were so comfortable and the staff was very friendly. Food was good. More

I live about 2 miles from the The Essex Resort and Spa. On Monday, January 2, 2012 there was a death and subsequent tragic house fire on our street. I called the Resort and spoke to the Reservations Manager. He immediately opened the doors and provided a room for the family. He knew the severity and immediacy of the situation.... More

We stayed at the Essex on a Groupon package which included room and massage or cooking classes for 2, for 2 nights. The value was fair for what we received; I wouldn't have wanted to pay more. We opted for the room upgrade, and got a corner room with a gas fireplace and a jacuzzi tub, which we made good... More

What began as a distraction from "Christmas without the kids" became an "palate-expanding" culinary experience. We chose the equivalent of a Modified American Plan option, which, for about $300, included overnight accommodations for two adults (and our black lab, for an additional $25), a five course meal in their main restaurant, and a full breakfast in the tavern the next... More