What is the closest lodging from the trail to
Manchester Center, VT.?
_Mary_
The best hostel in Manchester Center,VT is The Green Mountain House. Jeff the owner is a great host and a fellow hiker.
Your best bet is to call home a day or two before you get there. 330.388.6478.
_Old Goat_
Another great place for hikers in Manchester Center, VT is Sutton's Place. He's located just a couple blocks up from downtown, and has a website. Great owner, hiker friendly place.
_Florida Mike_
Green Mountain House IS the best place if you are just making a short stop! Do NOT stay at the closest hotel from the trail-Avalanche. We did that in 2010 and it was terrible. If you want a hotel stay, catch the local bus into Rutland and enjoy inexpensive comfort at the Red Roof Inn. You can resupply easily from that stop.
_Turtle (ATeam)_
we stayed at Sutton Place in 2012, because Green Mtn wasn't open yet. Not a great experience. No air-conditioning on a hot night. No breakfast. We have heard great things about Green Mtn. HKouse.
_swampfox_