Newport, Rhode Island Overview
Newport, Rhode Island is a charming old seaport peninsula surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean on the east, Rhode Island Sound to the south and the Newport Harbor on the west. Once the summer playground of the Astors, Vanderbilts, Belmonts and other wealthy American families, Newport was a symbol of the lifestyles and opulence of the... read more.
Where To Stay
Castle Hill Inn
Features:
Bar, Fireplace Rooms, Fitness Room, Oversized Rooms, Pet Friendly, Pool, Restaurant, Spa, Waterfront
Bar, Fireplace Rooms, Fitness Room, Oversized Rooms, Pet Friendly, Pool, Restaurant, Spa, Waterfront
Recognition:
AAA Four Diamond Dining, Forbes Four Star Lodging, Relais & Chateau Property, Wine Spectator Award Winning List
AAA Four Diamond Dining, Forbes Four Star Lodging, Relais & Chateau Property, Wine Spectator Award Winning List
OVERVIEW The stately and elegant Castle Hill Inn is a top choice for accommodations in Newport. Slightly formal, yet very comfortable. The property sits on 40 acres of magnificent oceanfront, just a short drive from town on Newport’s renowned Ocean Drive. Perched atop a small bluff, the water views from almost anywhere are nothing short...…
View Property DetailsCliffside Inn
Features:
Fireplace Rooms, Oversized Rooms
Fireplace Rooms, Oversized Rooms
Recognition:
AAA Four Diamonds Lodging
AAA Four Diamonds Lodging
OVERVIEW Just outside of town and about a block from the legendary Cliff Walk is one of the most charming B&B’s we have seen, the Cliffside Inn. Once the home of noted artist Beatrice Turner, it has retained all the wonderful subtleties of days gone by, while including all the modern conveniences travelers look for...…
View Property DetailsFrancis Malbone Inn
Features:
Fireplace Rooms, Oversized Rooms
Fireplace Rooms, Oversized Rooms
OVERVIEW Conveniently located downtown, within walking distance to everything, The Francis Malbone is our choice as the best B&B in downtown Newport. That says something because this town is filled with wonderful B&B’s. This gorgeous inn was built in 1790 for a shipping merchant and stands today as an elegant respite from the frenzy of...…
View Property DetailsGurney’s Newport Resort & Marina
Features:
Bar, Children's Program, Fitness Room, Pet Friendly, Pool, Restaurant, Spa, Water Sports, Waterfront
Bar, Children's Program, Fitness Room, Pet Friendly, Pool, Restaurant, Spa, Water Sports, Waterfront
Recognition:
AAA Four Diamonds Lodging
AAA Four Diamonds Lodging
OVERVIEW A few years back, new owners George Filopoulos and Lloyd Goldman transformed the once stodgy old Gurney’s Montauk resort into the new hot spot at the East End of Long Island. Now they have worked their magic again, this time in Newport, RI to the former Hyatt Hotel on Goat Island. Where Montauk offers...…
View Property DetailsHotel Viking
OVERVIEW The Hotel Viking opened to rave reviews in May of 1926 and quickly became a favorite of famous dignitaries and celebrities. Today, it is a member of the prestigious Historic Hotels of America. A recent A $6.2 million restoration maintained the hotel’s historical character while installing the latest comfort and technological amenities. Centrally located...…
View Property DetailsMill Street Inn
Features:
Pet Friendly
Pet Friendly
OVERVIEW An article surfaced the delightful Mill Street Inn and I was charmed by this all-suite property housed in a 19th century mill. With 23 suites, the Inn is located just two blocks from the center of town, convenient to restaurants and shopping. It is a member of the prestigious “Small Luxury Hotels of the...…
View Property DetailsNewport Beach Hotel & Suites
Features:
Fireplace Rooms, Fitness Room, Oversized Rooms, Pool, Waterfront
Fireplace Rooms, Fitness Room, Oversized Rooms, Pool, Waterfront
OVERVIEW The Newport Hotel and Suites is one of the best values I have seen in a long time. Ideally located across the street from the Easton Beach, minutes from the Cliff Walk and next to the Newport Pond, the hotel is the perfect choice for couples traveling together and even better for families. THE...…
View Property DetailsThe Chanler at Cliff Walk
Features:
Bar, Fireplace Rooms, Oversized Rooms, Restaurant, Waterfront
Bar, Fireplace Rooms, Oversized Rooms, Restaurant, Waterfront
Recognition:
AAA Four Diamonds Lodging, Best Weekends Hall of Fame, Notable Wine List
AAA Four Diamonds Lodging, Best Weekends Hall of Fame, Notable Wine List
OVERVIEW If the adage “location, location, location” is true, then The Chanler is perfectly positioned to take advantage of it. Perched atop towering cliffs overlooking Eaton Beach and the Atlantic Ocean, few spots offer as dramatic a setting. Housed in a spectacularly renovated 1873 mansion, The Chanler sits on acres of lushly landscaped property surrounded...…
View Property DetailsThe Vanderbilt
Features:
Bar, Fireplace Rooms, Fitness Room, Oversized Rooms, Pet Friendly, Pool, Restaurant, Spa
Bar, Fireplace Rooms, Fitness Room, Oversized Rooms, Pet Friendly, Pool, Restaurant, Spa
OVERVIEW In a town with great accommodations, the relatively new The Vanderbilt takes its place among the best. Originally built in 1909 by Alfred Gwynne Vanderbilt, the former Vanderbilt Hall was purchased by the Grace Hotel Group in recent years and painstakingly restored to its present glory. Great care was taken to maintain elements of...…
View Property DetailsWhere To Eat
22 Bowen’s Wine Bar & Grill
Can a steak house be romantic? If it's 22 Bowen's it can be. A waterfront setting with great views, soft lighting, small dining alcoves, beamed ceilings, white linens, sparkling crystal, with great food and an amazing wine list, all add up to a superb experience. I love the Bubbles & Oysters to start with six…
View Restaurant Details >Bouchard
Newport might seem an unusual place to find a classic French restaurant, but the Bouchard story makes sense. After graduating from the Culinary Institute of America in New York, Chef Albert honed his skills working at four-star restaurants such as The Dupuy Canal House in High Falls, New York, Chez Hosten in France for 2…
View Restaurant Details >Cara’s
Nearly floor to ceiling windows capture the spectacular ocean vistas from Cara's elegant dining room. White walls, striking artwork create a backdrop for coral colored chairs adding a splash of brightness. Chandeliers and candles cast a warm glow on a room with beautiful crown moldings, a marble fireplace, crisp table linens and sparkling tableware. Our…
View Restaurant Details >Castle Hill Inn
As you look around the bar and restaurant at Castle Hill, it is evident that this is a special occasion destination. Everyone is dressed up and everyone seems to be celebrating something. Most of the people at the bar, waiting for a table, were there for a special event. There's good reason to come here…
View Restaurant Details >Clarke Cooke House
The Candy Store at Clarke Cooke on Bannister Wharf has always been a favorite for cocktails. It's bright and airy with great drinks and bartenders and when the weather is nice and the back windows are open to the water, it just doesn't get any better. Still the best Dirty Martini in town. For some…
View Restaurant Details >Mamma Luisa
A simple "what's your favorite restaurant in town"? uncovered Mamma Luisa, a gem I had missed on previous visits. A long time resident somewhat reluctantly revealed this delicious Italian located at the far end of Thames Street in a residential neighborhood. Opened in 1992 in a former residence, the restaurant has three charming and intimate…
View Restaurant Details >Sardella’s
Sardella's is another local's favorite. They love the Monday/Tuesday Special: Dinner for 2 with a bottle of wine for $32.00, that's right $32.00 for 2 with wine! Specials aside, this is a warm and romantic place, serving basic, but very good Northern and Southern Italian food. My favorite appetizers are the Zuppa di Vongole, Littleneck…
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