Before You Arrive

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Got questions? We’ve got you. Whether you’re planning a Dartmouth visit, a cozy Vermont getaway, or just wondering where to find the best local ale after a long drive (hint: it’s right here at the Inn!), this is your go-to spot for quick answers and helpful tips.

General

Yes. The inn states that it guarantees the best available rate when guests book directly through its website or by phone.

Yes. The inn has an on-site microbrewery producing hand-crafted English ales that are sold only at the inn.

You can contact The Norwich Inn by phone at (802) 649-1143, by email at innkeeper@norwichinn.com or by text at (802) 541-5640

An inn has stood on this Main Street site since 1797, and the current Victorian structure dates to 1890.

Yes. The inn combines historic character, cozy lodging, on-site dining, a brewery, and close access to the Upper Valley, making it a strong option for travelers looking for a classic New England experience.

Yes. The inn describes itself as a Vermont Green Hotel, is part of the Vermont Fresh Network, and notes sustainability efforts including solar support for hot water in Walker House.

Yes. The Norwich Inn is located near Dartmouth College in Hanover, and the inn describes itself as being just across the river from campus.

The inn notes a local legend that the property and the town of Norwich helped inspire the television show Newhart.

The brewery is part of the inn’s identity, with on-site brewed ales, bottle and growler sales, and a brewing tradition tied directly to Jasper Murdock’s Alehouse.

The Norwich Inn is a historic, full-service Vermont country inn known for its warm New England character, on-site dining, and its own microbrewery.

The Norwich Inn is one of those properties where history is part of the stay: it dates back to 1797, sits in the heart of Norwich, and preserves a classic Vermont inn atmosphere while continuing to evolve for modern guests.

Check-in at The Norwich Inn begins at 4:00 PM.

Check-out time at The Norwich Inn is 11:00 AM.

The Norwich Inn is located at 325 Main Street, Norwich, Vermont 05055, in the center of Norwich and just across the river from Hanover, New Hampshire.

The inn identifies Dave Burtonbush as its innkeeper.

The Norwich Inn is owned by Joe and Jill Lavin, who purchased the property in 2006.

Stay

Yes, there are two Level 2 EV chargers on the property.

Yes. The inn offers pet-friendly rooms in Ivy Lodge, and the site notes that two Ivy Lodge rooms are pet-friendly.

There are 40 guest rooms across 3 buildings.

Yes. The Norwich Inn offers free parking for guests.

Yes, there is a fee based shuttle service that runs from 8am-6pm daily. Reservations for shuttle must be made ahead of time at the Front Desk.

Yes. Free high-speed wireless internet is available throughout the inn.

The Main Inn features historic guest rooms decorated with antiques and traditional country furnishings, giving them a classic New England inn feel.

Ivy Lodge features king-bedded guest rooms with fireplaces, refrigerators, coffee makers, oversized bathrooms, and access to a communal front porch with rocking chairs.

The Norwich Inn charges a $60 per pet, per day fee, and guests are asked to notify the inn in advance if a pet will be joining them.

Walker House offers a more updated lodging style, with high ceilings, in-room sitting areas, fireplaces, and larger bathrooms.

Guest rooms include amenities such as private bath, TV, telephone, air conditioning, hair dryers, irons and ironing boards, along with free high-speed wireless internet throughout the inn.

The Norwich Inn offers guest rooms across three buildings: the historic Main Inn, the newer Walker House, and Ivy Lodge.

Offers

Yes. Several of the inn’s packages and special rates specify that guests must book directly with the inn to qualify.

Yes. The inn has promoted a Dartmouth-focused offer for guests visiting campus, and it highlights its location close to Dartmouth College.

Yes. The inn promotes a Vermont Brewery & Spirits Tour Package that builds on its on-site brewing identity and Upper Valley location.

Yes. The inn promotes a DHMC Rest Easy Discount for those visiting or using Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center.

Yes. The Norwich Inn features a rotating selection of specials and packages for guests, including seasonal stays and experience-based offers.

Yes. The inn offers a King Arthur Baking Class Rates package for qualifying guests and notes that King Arthur Baking is less than a mile away.

Yes. The inn has an Extend Your Stay & Stretch Your Dollar offer that gives added value for longer visits, though exact terms may vary by season.

Yes. The Norwich Inn states that it is located less than one mile from the King Arthur Baking Education Center.

Dining

Yes. Guests can reserve a table at Jasper Murdock’s Alehouse online or by calling 802-649-1143.

Yes. The inn features a cellar, and the property also notes that it houses one of the larger wine selections in Vermont.

Yes. The Norwich Inn offers on-site dining through Jasper Murdock’s Alehouse and additional dining spaces within the property.

Yes, The site notes multiple private banquet spaces that can be reserved for private meetings and events.

Yes. The inn positions its dining as a convenient option for both guests and locals looking for food, drinks, and a relaxed gathering place near Hanover and Dartmouth.

The Dining Page Highlights The Terrace, The Newhart Room, The Pub and The Patio as regular dining areas as well as the Living Room, The Wine Room, The Library, The Wine Cellar and The Beer Garden as Private Event Spaces

Jasper Murdock’s Alehouse is the Inn’s On-Site restaurant. It serves one menu in a variety of dining areas. Some formal dining rooms and some casual pub or outdoor seating.

The Newhart Room is a social space where guests can eat, drink, work, meet, or gather over drinks, appetizers, and light fare during restaurant hours.

Local Area

Yes. The inn’s directions page notes that travelers from New York or Boston can use the Dartmouth Coach, and rail travelers can use Amtrak’s Vermonter via White River Junction.

The inn states that Dartmouth College is about 1.3 miles away and that it is just off Interstate 91, making campus visits easy.

Yes. The inn describes itself as a central base for enjoying Upper Valley culture, outdoor recreation, history, and culinary experiences.

Yes. The inn is less than a mile from King Arthur Baking, one of the area’s best-known attractions.

Yes. The inn is located right off Interstate 91, making it convenient for road trips and regional travel.

Yes. The inn offers shuttle service to Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, New Hampshire, which makes it a practical lodging option for hospital-related travel.

The Norwich Inn places guests close to Norwich, Hanover, Dartmouth College, and the broader Upper Valley of Vermont and New Hampshire.

The inn highlights nearby attractions such as Dartmouth College, King Arthur Baking, Dan and Whit’s, and the Montshire Museum of Science, along with broader Upper Valley recreation and culture.

Meetings & Events

Yes, The site notes multiple private banquet spaces that can be reserved for private meetings and events

Yes. On-site catering for events is provided by Jasper Murdock’s.

There are 7 distinct spaces that can be rented as well as combination of these areas for larger events.

The Meetings & Banquets page says the inn offers 2,000 square feet across all function spaces.

Yes. Because of its proximity to Dartmouth and its smaller-scale venues, the inn is well suited for intimate meetings, college-related gatherings, dinners, and receptions.

The Inn’s event setup example references spaces including the Wine Cellar, The Living Room, The Library, The Terrace, The Wine Room, The Patio and the Beer Garden

The Inn says it can host groups up to 50 guests for sit down dinner or meetings and up to 125 guests for receptions.

The inn can accommodate formal banquets, casual receptions, meetings, retreats, reunions, dinners, and other private functions.

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🌧️☀️ Pouring rain and blue skies… all at the same time!

That’s fall in New England for ya! 🍁

One minute the sun is shining, the next it’s pouring, and somehow the fall colors look even better through it all.

Never a dull moment when Mother Nature is putting on her autumn show here in Norwich. 🍂

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🍂 They say if you catch a falling leaf in autumn, you’ll have good luck for the next year…

Judging by the number of leaves coming down around Norwich right now, your odds are looking pretty good. 😂🍁

Fall has officially taken over the Upper Valley, and we’re soaking up every last bit of it while we can.

So get outside, enjoy the colors, and maybe try your luck at catching a leaf or two. We could all use a little extra good fortune for the year ahead!

#VermontFoliage #NorwichVT #FallInVermont #UpperValleyVT #VermontLife
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🔥 You know what this means…

The Homecoming bonfire is going up on the Green, which means Dartmouth Homecoming Weekend is almost here! 💚

There are certain signs that fall has officially arrived in the Upper Valley, and this is definitely one of them.

The foliage is showing off, alumni are making their way back to Hanover, and another Dartmouth tradition is getting ready to light up the Green.

Welcome back, Dartmouth alumni! We’re looking forward to a great Homecoming weekend. 🔥🍁💚

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🍁 Norwich was showing off a little this morning…

The colors are really starting to come alive around town, and every morning seems to bring a little more red, orange and gold.

If you’ve been waiting for that unmistakable Vermont fall feeling, it’s here.

Take the scenic route, grab a coffee, explore the back roads, stop for a local beer, and just enjoy it. This time of year never lasts quite long enough. 🍂

Come see Norwich in all its fall glory!

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💚 Emmitt is dressed for the occasion and ready to welcome everyone to the Upper Valley for Dartmouth Family Weekend!

Whether this is your first Family Weekend or you’ve been making the trip to Hanover and Norwich for years, we’re happy to have you back.

Enjoy the time with your students, explore the Upper Valley, take in the first signs of fall, and hopefully find a little time to stop by and see us while you’re here.

Emmitt has his Dartmouth Parent hat and tie on, so clearly he’s taking his hosting duties very seriously. 🫎💚

Welcome, Dartmouth families! We hope you have a wonderful weekend.

#Dartmouth #dartmouthcollege #UpperValley #NorwichVT #HanoverNH
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❤️ If you visited us this summer, there’s a pretty good chance your experience was made a little better by these two!

This summer we were lucky enough to welcome Teodora from Bulgaria and Daniela from Romania to the Norwich Inn as part of our J-1 team.

They came in with fresh energy, big smiles, and a willingness to help wherever they were needed. And we definitely put that willingness to the test! From housekeeping to the kitchen to breakfast, Teodora and Daniela jumped in and became part of our team from day one.

We’re fortunate to have an amazing team here all year long, but during our busy season, having these two here to reinforce that team was a huge help. We truly couldn’t have done it without them.

Now, somehow, it’s already time to say goodbye. 😢

Teodora and Daniela, thank you for everything you brought to the Inn this summer. We hope you leave Vermont with some great memories, because you certainly helped create plenty of them here.

You may be heading home, but you’ll always be Innmates. ❤️

Safe travels and come back to visit us someday!

#NorwichVT #UpperValleyVT #J1Visa #VermontHospitality #InnLife
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🍸🥄 One of our favorite seasons is finally here… SOUP SEASON!

Morgan and Eric are certainly enjoying a bowl. 😂

Stop into Jasper Murdock’s Alehouse and see what kind of “soup” Ron or Eric can shake up for you tonight.

Served up, on the rocks, or apparently with a spoon. 🍸

#NorwichVT #UpperValleyVT #VermontCocktails #MartiniTime #VermontEats
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Come by The Norwich Inn and enjoy some of Patrick’s brews this week. Happy First Day Of Fall!!!
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🍂 You can feel the seasons starting to change at the Inn…

The nights are getting cooler, Patti’s planters are full, and little touches of fall are starting to sprinkle their way around the property. Summer hasn’t quite left us yet, but fall is definitely letting us know it’s on the way.

That blending of seasons is one of those essential New England experiences. Cool mornings, warm afternoons, the first hints of color, and evenings that have you reaching for your favorite sweater.

It’s the perfect time to come visit, slow down, and explore the Upper Valley. And if you’re lucky enough to already be here, grab a Jasper Murdock Ale, find a spot on the porch, put on that favorite sweater, and enjoy it. 🍺🍁

These are some of our favorite days of the year.

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❤️🍷 Tonight is a great night to join us at Jasper Murdock’s Alehouse!

It’s our Monthly Non-Profit Night, and tonight we’re supporting the Hartford-Norwich Holiday Basket Helpers. 10% of all food and beverage sales will be donated to help support their work providing holiday baskets to local families.

And since it’s Wednesday, you can support a great local organization while taking advantage of Half-Price Wine Night! 🍷

Every Wednesday, all bottles of wine priced up to $129 are HALF PRICE.

Come out for dinner, enjoy a bottle of wine, and help us support our neighbors at the same time. ❤️

📅 Tonight, September 16
❤️ 10% of food & beverage sales donated
🍷 Half-price bottles of wine up to $129

See you tonight!

#NorwichVT #UpperValleyVT #SupportLocal #GiveBack #VermontEats
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The colors are changing outside, and apparently our dining room tables got the memo too. We love seeing what arrives each week and getting to showcase these beautiful locally grown flowers throughout the dining room.

Come see this week’s bouquets on the tables, stay for dinner, and enjoy a little taste of fall in Norwich. 🍁

#NorwichVT #UpperValleyVT #VermontFall #LocalFlowers #vermonteats
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🐷🍺 Apparently even Barley can be tempted to switch things up once in a while…

Zero Gravity Oktoberfest is so good that Barley, our resident Whistling Pig, has traded his usual first pint of Whistling Pig Red Ale for an Oktoberfest.

Don’t worry, he hasn’t forgotten his roots. He’ll be switching back to Whistling Pig for round two. 😂

The good news is you don’t have to choose either. Stop by Jasper Murdock’s Alehouse and try them both!

Prost! 🍻🐷

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