The University Inn is a two-story structure with interior entrances to all rooms. We house standard hotel rooms that come with one queen or two double beds. Rooms are available in both smoking and non-smoking and are equipped with dial-up internet connection. Also, all rooms have 25" color televisions with Cable access.
Star Rating:
Local Attractions:
Church Street Marketplace & Burlington Waterfront, Ben & Jerry's, Shelburne Farm & Museum, Magic Hat Brewery Factory, Vermont Teddy Bear Factory, and the largest mall in Vermont located directly behind our hotel called the University Mall with over 80 sh
Apr 19, 2013
K M, South Burlington | Trip type: Family
touring UVM with my daughter. good location, reasonable rate, front desk girl very friendly, personable, competent and accomidating... . hallway stench smelled of urine and room showed signs of visible...
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touring UVM with my daughter. good location, reasonable rate, front desk girl very friendly, personable, competent and accomidating... . hallway stench smelled of urine and room showed signs of visible water damage (ceiling, lamp shades, walls, and carpet. room smelled musty and as a smokers room would. breakfast not included (probably not a bad thing if the quality of the room is any indication of the quality of the food)... if you want a cheap place to sleep for a few hours and dont care that the bed is poorly dressed, this is slightly better than sleeping under a bridge, but the perks end there. « less
The first time we went to Burlington, we went to this hotel. We were charmed. But, the catch was that this hotel had two parts (that are not attached). A...
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The first time we went to Burlington, we went to this hotel. We were charmed. But, the catch was that this hotel had two parts (that are not attached). A good one and a bad one. We stayed in the good one the first two times we went there. But after that, we always got put in the bad one. The problem is that the bad part houses the pool, and air conditionning is central (therefore, is not always on). We went there in winter and had to leave the window opened because it was too hot. There is a constant clorine smell and the humidity is really bad. Cleanliness was also a problem, the last time we went there, there was medical refuse under the covers (a used band-aid). They gave us a room in the good part after that, but that was it for us in this hotel. They now have changed the name of the good part of the hotel, and it is now a Confort Inn I think. The bad part kept the name of University Inn. You still have to register in the Confort Inn though. You want a bad hotel at a low price, go there... « less
Booked this location and got a great rate. The room was large, clean and comfortable the halls and general condition of the property was good. Registration was across the parking...
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Booked this location and got a great rate. The room was large, clean and comfortable the halls and general condition of the property was good. Registration was across the parking lot at a Comfort Suites. The staff were friendly. I don't expect more for this rate. « less
“Smokers' Paradise”
Apr 1, 2013
Violinprof, New York City, New York | Trip type: Business
If I hadn't already prepaid, I would have left immediately. The entire hotel reeks of stale cigarette smoke, including my "non-smoking" room. The carpeting in the hallways is saturated with...
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If I hadn't already prepaid, I would have left immediately. The entire hotel reeks of stale cigarette smoke, including my "non-smoking" room. The carpeting in the hallways is saturated with the smell. The faucet and shower head dripped, the thermostat was broken, no coffee maker or refrigerator, and no complementary breakfast. The sheets were well worn and had holes in them, and the bedspread was stained. The clientele appear to be itinerant workers or locals. On the plus side, I didn't find bedbugs and the hair dryer worked. « less
“Meh”
Mar 26, 2013
Starryskye80, Burlington, Vermont
We stayed at the University Inn back in 2011 (TripAdvisor wouldn't let me change the year). We were staying because our lease ended on our old place, and our new...
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We stayed at the University Inn back in 2011 (TripAdvisor wouldn't let me change the year). We were staying because our lease ended on our old place, and our new apt wouldn't be ready for a week. So we paid for our room, booking via Priceline for a rate of 75/night. We were initially ok with the cost, but we were in the building closest to Dorset St, but on the pool side. No fridge in the room, so we had to purchase food meal by meal (luckily there is a grocery store nearby!) Being smokers, but with a child, we smoked outside, but apparently the rest of the wing did not, because it really smelled badly of smoke. The outdoor pool was nice, albeit chilly. The indoor pool was...um. Our child liked it, but it was like bath water and they put way too much chlorine in it. The hot tub kept breaking (every other day). I think they had a sauna, but it was roped off with police style yellow tape. I know there were/are(?) a lot of people that the state is paying for to stay there. You could hear fighting and children running around either pool unattended, and ignored. We had to hunt down a maid to get fresh towels, and fight with them for clean sheets. The room lock did not work when we first checked in, so we had to call the manager, and wait an hour for someone to fix it. The deal is, this is the old Howard Johnson's and they are still using the same blankets, mattresses, etc. I heard rumors that before it was turned into the University Inn, some of the rooms were condemned because of mold. I'm not sure if it is true. Also be aware that police activity is somewhat high there. Would I stay again? No. « less
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Details
Check In:
3:00 pm
Check Out:
11:00am
Year of Last Renovation:
2006
Floors:
2
Rooms:
89
Suites:
1
Room Windows:
Windows Do Open
Meeting Rooms:
0
Policies / Expenses
Cancellation: Guest have up until 4:00p.m. on the day of arrival for individuals and 30 day notice for groups.
Nightly Parking:
free
Total Taxes:
10.00%
Total Misc Fees:
$0.00 USD (mandatory resort fees/taxes)
Room Types - University Inn
Single queen
One Queen Bed
This room measures 300 square feet (27 square meters). Premium TV channels with HBO are offered for your entertainment. The private bathroom has a shower/tub combination, as well as complimentary toiletries. Climate control, daily housekeeping, and electronic/magnetic keys are among the conveniences offered.
Two double beds
Two Double Beds
This room measures 300 square feet (27 square meters). Premium TV channels with HBO are offered for your entertainment. The private bathroom has a shower/tub combination, as well as complimentary toiletries. Climate control, daily housekeeping, and electronic/magnetic keys are among the conveniences offered.
Amenities - University Inn
Air conditioning
Airport Shuttle
Alarm clock
Car rental
Central location
Complimentary breakfast
Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
Credit card accepted: American Express
Credit card accepted: Discover
Credit card accepted: Diners Club
Electronic key card
Fax available
Fitness and health center
Free local calls
Jacuzzi
Movies in room
Non-smoking rooms
24 hours opened
Private bathroom in room
Quiet location
Sauna
Self controlled heating/cooling system
Shower
Swimming pool - indoor
Tea and coffee making facilities
Telephone
Telephone in all rooms
Television
Voicemail
Pet Friendly?
Sorry, pets are not allowed.
Airport & Shuttle Information - University Inn
10 minute drive to Burlginton International Airport, complimentary 24 hour shuttle service
Airport Shuttle? Yes! There is an airport shuttle.
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Based on 71 traveler reviews 
Value
Rooms
“Dirty, hot and smelly”
“Good to sleep!”
Single queen
Two double beds