Title: Happy Bear Motel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Happy Bear Motel Motel with free parking, a short walk to Killington Resort ![Porch](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7850000/7842400/7842335/053b6bf6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7850000/7842400/7842335/cd7eec61.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Standard Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7850000/7842400/7842335/2b761c8a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7850000/7842400/7842335/e40ee4f2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Standard Room | Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7850000/7842400/7842335/0784312d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Happy Bear Motel sits just minutes from Killington Resort, providing a comfortable base for mountain exploration. Guests appreciate the practical touches - in-room WiFi keeps everyone connected while free self-parking eliminates the hassle after a day of adventure. 7.0 Good ## Popular amenities - Air conditioning - Free WiFi - Parking included ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates # Tonight [Sep. 18 - Sep. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-18&endDate=2025-09-19&selected=7842335&PinnedHotelID=7842335&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-18&endDate=2025-09-19&selected=7842335&PinnedHotelID=7842335&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Tomorrow [Sep. 19 - Sep. 20](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-20&selected=7842335&PinnedHotelID=7842335&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-20&selected=7842335&PinnedHotelID=7842335&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # This weekend [Sep. 19 - Sep. 21](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=7842335&PinnedHotelID=7842335&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=7842335&PinnedHotelID=7842335&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Next weekend [Sep. 26 - Sep. 28](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=7842335&PinnedHotelID=7842335&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=7842335&PinnedHotelID=7842335&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 2 of 2 rooms ![Standard Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7850000/7842400/7842335/567661e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room 8.4 Very good 11 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Refrigerator TV Private bathroom Microwave Cable channels - Sleeps 2 - 2 Double Beds ![Standard Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7850000/7842400/7842335/2b761c8a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room 7.0 Good 7 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Refrigerator TV Private bathroom Microwave Cable channels - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKillington-Hotels-Happy-Bear-Motel.h7842335.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKillington-Hotels-Happy-Bear-Motel.h7842335.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C43.64758%2C-72.78893&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Ut-LpSp6HqmIwGSwnMjCkC2u14U=) 1784 Killington Road, across from Sushi Yoshi, Killington, VT, 05751 #### What's nearby - Killington Resort - 1 min drive - 1.1 km - Killington Golf Course - 4 min drive - 2.5 km - Killington Adventure Center - 5 min drive - 4.7 km - Pico Mountain at Killington Ski Resort - 8 min drive - 7.9 km - Killington Peak - 19 min drive - 8.9 km #### Getting around - Rutland Station - 21 min drive - Burlington Intl. Airport (BTV) - 107 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Back Country Cafe - ‬19 min walk - ‪The Lookout Tavern - ‬2 min drive - ‪Sushi Yoshi - ‬1 min walk - ‪Wobbly Barn Steakhouse - ‬9 min walk - ‪Rivershed - ‬2 min drive ## About this property ### Happy Bear Motel Motel near Killington Resort Happy Bear Motel provides everything you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - Free self parking - Tour/ticket assistance and smoke-free premises Room features All guestrooms at Happy Bear Motel feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. More amenities include: - Bathrooms with showers - TVs with cable channels - Refrigerators and microwaves ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet ### Parking and transportation - Free uncovered self parking on site ### Family friendly - In-room microwave - In-room refrigerator ### Conveniences - Limited-hour front desk ### Guest services - Tour and ticket assistance ### Accessibility - No elevator ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Hair dryer (on request) - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV with cable channels ### Food and drink - Microwave - Refrigerator ### More - Air conditioning - Iron/ironing board on request ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 21 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM Front desk staffed during limited hours If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Breakage deposit: USD 150.00 per stay We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as Bear Motel Happy Bear Motel Motel Happy Bear Killington Happy Bear Motel Happy Bear Motel Killington Happy Bear Hotel Killington Happy Bear Motel Killington Happy Bear Motel Motel Killington ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Happy Bear Motel pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Happy Bear Motel? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Happy Bear Motel? > Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Happy Bear Motel? > Check-out is at 11 AM. ### Where is Happy Bear Motel located? > Situated in Killington, this motel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Killington Resort and within 3 mi (5 km) of Black Dog Sports and Green Mountain National Forest. Killington Golf Course and Gifford Woods State Park are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Happy Bear Motel Reviews 7.0 ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 65 8 - Good 82 6 - Okay 62 4 - Poor 41 2 - Terrible 29 ### 7.2/10 Cleanliness ### 7.8/10 Staff & service ### 6.2/10 Amenities ### 6.2/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 6.8/10 Eco-friendliness ### 8/10 Good #### Colin Mar 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean quiet cozy staff was very nice close to the mountain,restaurants and music, definitely plan on coming back again ##### Colin Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Paul Jan 18, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Owner is extremely nice and accommodating. Overall a good experience if you need a room for the night and a decent breakfast in the morning. ##### Paul Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patricia May 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great stay It was amazing. Clean room. Awesome hosts! ##### Patricia Stayed 1 night in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul Mar 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Basic accommodations but clean and comfy. But soon will be 5-stars with all the renovations they are doing ##### Paul Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daniel Feb 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great. Folks running the property were A . Will stay again. ##### Daniel Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David Feb 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Very clean ##### David Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Linda Mar 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Disliked: Amenities One of the most basic motels in Killington - but also one of the most reasonable. We ended up here due to a trip being planned last-minute. The motel is old and worn but clean. Front desk staff was extremely friendly. Fantastic shower pressure a big plus! ##### Linda Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephanie Feb 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great value and customer service. Clean ##### Stephanie Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024 ### 4/10 Poor #### Sarah Jan 30, 2023 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location, staff pleasant. 1970 decor, fixtures, old, bathroom pretty gross, toilet had black ring of yuck under rim, smelled like smoke even tho it's a smoke free room. ##### Sarah Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Margus Mar 28, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Wonderful owners/management Great owners who recently purchased the motel. They are working on upgrades, so it will just get better. ##### Margus Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chester Apr 13, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great stay after the solar eclipse Stopped here after the solar eclipse to go snowboarding. Arrived at 7pm, check-in was fastest I've seen anywhere and friendly. Parked by the office, room was right above. For the location right on Killington Road, you can't beat this for the price. ##### Chester Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maureen Oct 8, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities I was concerned about the happy bear motel because of the 2 star rating, however i was very pleasantly surprised. Would absolutely stay here again. Very clean friendly office staff and very conveniently located. Just needs updating with decor. Best sleeep I've had in quiet sometime. ##### Maureen Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Alan Jan 22, 2024 Property is close to everything but is very dated. Heat comes on sparingly but hot showers were great. ##### Alan Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024 ### 4/10 Poor #### Patrick J Lennon Feb 20, 2024 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excellent location and price. However, motel is filthy and reeked of moth balls. When I got home, I even had to wash my luggage and toiletries to get rid of smell. ##### Patrick J Lennon Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### JT Mar 20, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service New owners and renovation activities are underway. ##### JT Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Michelle Sep 27, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I liked the room a lot with the additional space for closet. It was a neat location next to Yoshi's. I hiked to Pico Peak but didn't reached Killington Peak in the rain. I have a neat photo of a stream and berries on the AT. ##### Michelle Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### KATHY Aug 8, 2022 Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities Lower budget motel. You only get what you pay for. ##### KATHY Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022 ### 6/10 Okay #### Eva Feb 17, 2023 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Room smelled like smoke. Had to sleep with the window open. ##### Eva Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023 ### 4/10 Poor #### Patricia Oct 19, 2023 Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities wife rude to me about parking ##### Patricia Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Nick Jan 14, 2024 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very unfriendly management. Bugs found in the room. Should have been given a refund. Not worth it. ##### Nick Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024 ### 4/10 Poor #### Laurel Feb 5, 2024 The owners are quite nice, so I give their friendliness five stars the property is extremely outdated almost rundown. The furniture is dated. The bedspreads are stained. The rug is dated the room, smelled like smoke, and it’s a non-smoking room. They need to invest a couple of bucks in simple things like new pillows. I just close my eyes and went to sleep with a towel over my nose because it smelled so bad Put some money into your property. It doesn’t cost much. ##### Laurel Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### scott Apr 11, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service ##### scott Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### patrick Apr 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort ##### patrick Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert Apr 8, 2024 ##### Robert Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Frederick Mar 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service ##### Frederick Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [DoubleTree by Hilton Burlington Vermont](https://www.expedia.ca/Burlington-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Burlington-Vermont.h2687.Hotel-Information) > > [Northern Lights Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Stowe-Hotels-Northern-Lights-Lodge.h797107.Hotel-Information) > > [Windsor Mansion Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Windsor-Hotels-Windsor-Mansion-Inn.h6025234.Hotel-Information) > > [Topnotch Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Stowe-Hotels-Topnotch-Resort.h10591.Hotel-Information) > > [Innsbruck Inn at Stowe](https://www.expedia.ca/Stowe-Hotels-Innsbruck-Inn-At-Stowe.h797544.Hotel-Information) > > [Smart Suites, an Ascend Collection Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Burlington-Hotels-Smart-Suites.h9699588.Hotel-Information) > > [Comfort Inn & Suites](https://www.expedia.ca/Burlington-Hotels-Comfort-Inn-Suites.h890627.Hotel-Information) > > [The Essex Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Burlington-Hotels-The-Essex.h18494.Hotel-Information) > > [Sun & Ski Inn And Suites](https://www.expedia.ca/Stowe-Hotels-Sun-Ski-Inn-And-Suites.h892650.Hotel-Information) > > [WilloBurke Boutique Inn & Nordic Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/East-Burke-Hotels-WilloBurke-Boutique-Inn-Nordic-Spa.h12604442.Hotel-Information) > > [The Stowe Village Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Stowe-Hotels-The-Stowe-Inn.h1092142.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Club Vacations Mount Ascutney Resort by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Brownsville-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Club-Vacations-Mount-Ascutney-Resort.h425171.Hotel-Information) > > [Tälta Lodge, A Bluebird by Lark](https://www.expedia.ca/Stowe-Hotels-Talta-Lodge.h69640561.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Plus Windjammer Inn & Conference Center](https://www.expedia.ca/Burlington-Hotels-Best-Western-Plus-Windjammer-Inn-Conference-Center.h7416621.Hotel-Information) > > [Homewood Suites by Hilton Burlington](https://www.expedia.ca/Burlington-Hotels-Homewood-Suites-By-Hilton-Burlington.h9474933.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Champlain Burlington, Curio Collection by Hilton](https://www.expedia.ca/Burlington-Hotels-Hilton-Burlington-Lake-Champlain.h19785.Hotel-Information) > > [Stoweflake Mountain Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Stowe-Hotels-Stoweflake-Mountain-Resort-Spa.h59157.Hotel-Information) > > [Woodstock Inn & Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Woodstock-Hotels-Woodstock-Inn-Resort.h25690.Hotel-Information) > > [The Lodge at Spruce Peak, a Destination by Hyatt Residence](https://www.expedia.ca/Stowe-Hotels-The-Lodge-At-Spruce-Peak.h1844843.Hotel-Information) > > [Delta Hotels by Marriott Burlington](https://www.expedia.ca/Burlington-Hotels-Delta-Hotels-By-Marriott-Burlington.h20199164.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express South Burlington Downtown by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/South-Burlington-Hotels-The-Inn-At-Burlington.h24600.Hotel-Information) > > [Quality Inn Shelburne - Burlington](https://www.expedia.ca/Burlington-Hotels-Quality-Inn-Shelburne-Burlington.h282.Hotel-Information) > > [Bluebird Cady Hill Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Stowe-Hotels-Golden-Eagle-Resort.h576658.Hotel-Information) > > [von Trapp Family Lodge & Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Stowe-Hotels-Trapp-Family-Lodge.h84462.Hotel-Information) > > [The Equinox Golf Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Bennington-Hotels-The-Equinox-Golf-Resort-Spa.h2759006.Hotel-Information) > > [Field Guide Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Stowe-Hotels-Field-Guide-Lodge.h12479818.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton Inn Colchester](https://www.expedia.ca/Burlington-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-Colchester.h24897.Hotel-Information) > > [Burke Mountain Hotel & Conference Center](https://www.expedia.ca/East-Burke-Hotels-Burke-Mountain-Hotel-Conference-Center.h15822448.Hotel-Information) > > [Green Mountain Suites Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Burlington-Hotels-Green-Mountain-Suites-Hotel.h117235.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express South Burlington by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Burlington-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-South-Burlington.h4567.Hotel-Information)