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Fun new hotel with nice vibe. We enjoyed sitting in "The Living Room" for happy hour and breakfast. Staff was kind, helpful though it seemed like they could have used more help. Menus were great-- including diverse, healthy options for Sunday brunch. They offered bikes for use and we loved the free ice cream on each floor. We were especially happy to use our Chase Sapphire benefit; by booking through the travel portal we received a $100 credit to spend in the hotel as well as free breakfast. Great perk that made this spendy hotel more affordable.

The Living Room
Kristen S.

We visit Newport a few times a year but this was our first seat at the Brenton. Definitely not the last! It's become my new fav hotel after our overnight stay on my birthday, Fri. April 12. Upon entering their parking garage, Jack greeted us so warmly and set our stay off on the right foot. Aiden at the front desk checking us in was equally friendly and welcoming. The hotel is new and beautiful! Our room was small (as expected) but nicely appointed. The shower head wasn't the best but not a deal breaker. The "living room" was great for after dinner cocktails and a light bite. The espresso martini was a standout. Also a nice touch that the kitchen on every floor had water and a freezer full of ice cream snacks. Great location, walkable to shops and restaurants. Every staff member was so kind and welcoming. Looking forward to our next stay hopefully sooner rather than later!

Second floor bar area over looking the harbor
TJ S.

What a wonderful, modern take on a luxurious water front hotel. When guest have numerous choices of stay in Newport, including hotels, BnB, guest houses, AirBNB, etc. It is hard to beat the convenience and the location. The check in process is so easy and hassle free that took less than 5 minutes. The valet staff was friendly and efficient with our luggage. We had a special deal - late check out, complimentary breakfast, upgraded room, all very nice touch. The room was very clean, luxurious and modern. A minimalistic and elegant at the same time. We will be again for another special occasion in Newport.

Super fresh breakfast
VietCitron T.

Beautiful & chic hotel right on the harbor, super convenient to walk every where. The hotel's architectural details were very thoughtfully designed (former architect here. :) This hotel deserves a 10 stars if I could give it. We stayed for 3 days and absolutely enjoyed every moment. The staff were so accommodating and friendly. Breakfast and room service dinner were fresh and delicious! Chris, the Valet gentleman, made us feel very welcoming the moment we walked in. This hotel is extremely clean and dog friendly. My husband couldn't stop raving about it and he's picky with his hotel stays, we'll definitely come back here for many more trips to come. Thank you everyone for making our stay memorable. P.S. You might want to replace the door handle in the bathroom, it's kinda loose. :)

White Cap cocktail
Courtney N.

Did not stay, only came to the bar. Very relaxing place for an after work cocktail on a Thursday. Lovely staff, great music, fantastic view of Perotti Park and the harbor. I enjoyed my White Cap cocktail. The littlenecks were delicious, but were not shucked very well. Still enjoyable!

View from our room
Christine S.

Exceptional! I want to start out by saying that I never write reviews but the Brenton Hotel deserves some love! My son and I spent a week at the Brenton Hotel just last week. This is our annual trip together and our first time at the Brenton. I had been communicating with Rachel regarding my reservation and she couldn't have been nicer to assist me with my dates, length of stay etc.. I requested a few items for our room and Rachel was on top it- her follow up was amazing and she couldn't have been nicer! We unfortunately got into Newport pretty late, but Debbie was graciously waiting for our arrival at 10:45pm. She had communicated by email with me once we landed and had the restaurant prepare some food before closing for the evening and made sure it was in our room before we arrived! Debbie went out of her way to make sure everything was perfect when we walked into our room! And, it was! The hotel is really beautiful! It is an upscale and modern boutique hotel with a lot of natural sunlight coming through the floor to ceiling windows. The 2nd floor lobby is really relaxing, has a nice bar and lots of places to lounge, mingle, etc. Our room was very lovely, clean, modern and a nice size that overlooked the harbor. It was large enough for a king size bed, the chaise lounge with the addition of the love seat connected plus a round table, a leather chair and ottoman. We also had a roll away bed that fit in our room as well! The layout was done very well. The A/C worked beautifully and it was actually very quiet which was surprising being on the corner of a busy street and on the harbor. Our valet guys were so sweet! Hendrik and Joe went out of there way to chat with us and ask us about our day, what we did, how we were doing, etc.. Hendrik offered to take us in the hotel car to dinner one night so I didn't have to drive and find parking and picked us up after! Joe was awesome too and a perfect gentleman! If you're lucky enough, (like we were)- you will meet Andy, the GM. Andy is a rockstar and is running a great crew of people at the Brenton! The customer service is 5 star and they go out of their way to make your stay wonderful, memorable and yearning for your return! We can't wait to come back and can't say enough about our amazing experience here!

The view outside my room
Yoonie Y.

I'm so glad this hotel opened. It's beautiful, clean, and in a perfect location. I was so impressed with the service during my stay and I'm looking forward to coming back. Cannot stress how comfortable and beautifully designed the rooms are!

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Gardiner House

(14 reviews)

This review is for the hotel, not the restaurant (which I would give five stars without…read morehesitation). We stayed here for our anniversary in October. Based on the overwhelmingly positive reviews and how beautiful the property looked online, we were genuinely excited to spend a couple of nights here. Unfortunately, for nearly $1,000 per night, the experience fell well short of expectations. At check-in, the concierge seemed completely uninterested. There was no welcome, no overview of the hotel, and no helpful information offered- it genuinely felt like we were inconveniencing her just by being there. We've stayed at other hotels in a similar price range, where the service is consistently warm, attentive, and polished, so this was especially disappointing. The valet was far more welcoming and professional than the front desk. After a short walk around town, we returned to the hotel and weren't acknowledged at all, the concierge kept her head down on her phone. I can appreciate a no-fuss stay where guests aren't overbothered, but for the price point and the fact that this was a special anniversary trip, being completely ignored wasn't what we expected. A simple greeting or acknowledgment would have gone a long way. The hotel itself is very pretty. The furnishings are lovely, and the room was nice and comfortable. The views were nothing particularly special; it appears the ocean-facing side is reserved for a conference space. Still, we did enjoy the room. Like many Newport hotels, valet parking is the only option and comes with a daily fee. The valet team was excellent- friendly, accommodating, and consistent throughout our stay. The restaurant deserves special mention: the staff was outstanding, and the food was excellent. Truly a five-star experience there- would def go back to dine with them. The location is also a positive, close enough to everything without being directly on the busy street. However, overall, we wouldn't choose to stay here again at this price point. Upon checkout, we noticed a charming bar/library space that we didn't even realize was available to guests as no one mentioned it to us during check-in. A beautiful hotel is wonderful, but to be considered luxury, the service needs to match the setting. Unfortunately, that piece was missing for us. If we wanted an experience that anyone could offer, we could have gone anywhere else, for much less.

We've been to the Studio Bar at the Gardiner House before and always appreciated the well-balanced…read morecocktails and the nice vibes inside. It's a great spot for a drink especially in the summer time. Our recent visit on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, was not great. Despite it being a warm summer evening around 8 PM on a Wednesday, we were turned away because one person in our party wore a t-shirt instead of a collared shirt. For a midweek outing in August, that felt unnecessarily rigid and to be honest a little too pretentious. Although we can understand enforcing dress codes on weekend nights this seemed out of touch. We ended up at Thames Street Kitchen and Audette instead, both of which did not have strict dress codes. The Studio Bar at the Gardiner House still makes great cocktails, but the hospitality needs to match.

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Newport Marriott Hotel & Spa

(277 reviews)

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Checked in on a weekday, end of April. We were lucky to park for free at the lot next door because…read moreall the parking lots were all free until 5/1. This was so convenient for us. We parked in the front and unloaded the cars easily. We did not use valet, the Marriott lot was $48 a night. Walking to the lot next door took about 2 minutes. The lobby is spacious, clean and very pretty. There's a water machine with flavored waters. Front desk staff are very professional and friendly. Valet guys are all nice and open the doors for you 98% of the time. With the daily destination fee, you also get 2 free tickets per room to the sailing museum or a vineyard 15 mins away (Sailing museum is free on Wednesdays). Had I known the museum was free Wednesdays, I would have chose the vineyard tickets instead. You also get $20 per room to use at the bar/restaurants as well as 2 bikes to rent. We checked into connecting balcony rooms. The rooms were clean but the balcony doors were hard to open. You have to pull it back really hard before unlocking it. The beds were comfortable. There are no microwaves but I called in to request one for the room. The first night I went to skiff bar to order some food and use our 2 $20 food credits. I ordered oysters and coconut shrimp. The oyster appetizer was terrible... the oysters flesh was tiny, totally not worth it. The next morning we had the hotel buffet for $32 a head. Omelet station was good. Standard breakfast items, view was good. We really only ate there for the view. Our waitress was barely around. Hotel is at a great location. Very close to the wharf and also right across from a small aquarium. The balcony was a nice place to chill, overall the hotel wasn't crowded. It's also very safe because you need to swipe a keycard to get to the hotel rooms. Best part of staying here was a pool table in the skiff bar. While waiting for my food, I just played two games by myself. I usually stay at Hiltons but I chose this Marriott because of the location and views. Glad I made this decision. I would definitely pick this hotel again should I decide to visit Rhode Island again!

One of our favorites--and the kids love it too. Great location, walking distance to pretty much…read moreeverything in downtown Newport, especially around Bowen's Wharf. The lobby, rooms, and common areas are always clean, which we really appreciate. The staff is great, and they were even able to check my family in before I arrived, which made things super easy. Nice pool, gym, and sauna. We haven't tried dinner there yet, but we love the on-property breakfast buffet. For the evenings, there's a great bar and a little side area for the kids (pool table and some other games), which is a nice touch. We'll definitely be back--see you again soon.

The Attwater - Photo by Read McKendree

The Attwater

(76 reviews)

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Cute hotel in Newport! Checked in a year after they first opened so the fixtures and furniture were…read moreall new and in good condition then. The room was clean and quiet during my stay and the staff were friendly and helpful. The best feature is the location-central and conveniently walkable to shops, cafes and restaurants.

What better way to spend New Year's Eve than on a swanky staycation at the Attwater Hotel? A newly…read morerenovated boutique hotel, this is definitely worth a visit if you are looking for something less massive than a hotel, but more involved than a bed and breakfast. My boyfriend and I decided to make a night of it, and check into this super cute hidden gem, nestled right behind the Newport Art Museum and steps from Bellevue Avenue and the Newport Mansions district. The facility and the rooms are sparkling clean, and don't even get me started about the decor! It is to die for - quirky, fun, and super Instagram-friendly. They are owned by Lark Hotels, a small company, and the bird details are subtly present throughout. My favorite nod to their namesake was an adorable Do Not Disturb sign that hung on the guestroom door reading "Shh.. We're Nesting." It honestly took all my willpower not to steal it! Ahem. We had a great experience with Peter, the Attwater's Front Desk Manager. Not only did he call us prior to check in to see if he could assist with anything we would need, he also upgraded us from the small Queen room that we had booked to the spacious Lark Suite, their largest accommodation. The suite had a gas fireplace, soaking tub, and gorgeous seating area with a dining table and several cozy couches and armchairs. We were super grateful for his hospitality, and even when we had a minor issue with the heating system in the room not lowering, Peter assisted us in the morning and generously offered vouchers for a future night stay. Thank you for your attention to detail and hospitality! I also LOVED the fact that the Attwater offers hot items in their included breakfast. We stay at a lot of small bed and breakfasts as stay and vacations, and one can only have so many cranberry muffins or glazed croissants. They did offer morning pastry standbys, but I was delighted to find a warm and delicious Cheddar Hash Brown Egg Bake and Shredded Brussels Slaw with Hard Boiled Eggs among the offerings. It really took the stay to the next level, and as a couple that stays at several B&Bs and small hotels, it did not go unnoticed! We can't wait for our next chance to visit :)

Hammetts Hotel - View from seating area (confusingly called the lounge - no drinks served)

Hammetts Hotel

(55 reviews)

There aren't many modern hotel options at this price point in this area. Many lodging options are…read moreinns and B&Bs in colonial buildings, but we were looking for something modern and sleek along the waterfront. (Sorry to be that person!) I loved the location of this hotel and the clean lines of the common spaces and rooms. However the $45 valet parking fee is ridiculous at the end of the season (10/28). Offer a self service option for half that - but, oh, wait, UPP owns the hotel lot too, as well as pretty much all parking in Newport. Certainly there were a lot of hotel amenities missing at this price point as others have mentioned (very small gym, and no coffee makers, no microwave, no mini fridge in room (nor safes), but also the daybed was dusty and the TV lacked options, which may have been ok, but I couldn't even mirror my own device/streaming service to the TV. Ideally you're not in your hotel room when in Newport, but if you're here for work and need some down time, those are all minuses. If you don't plan to spend much time in your room and don't mind paying $45 for parking, this is a decent option for its location.

Found the Hammetts Hotel cold. It's clean and spacious. Lobby is inviting to guests but the…read morewarmth is missing. Staff is not personable. Shops are nice. Not interested in the expensive restaurant in hotel. Valet parking under hotel seemed rushed and informal. Rooms clean and small for the price. We stayed the weekend of the St Patrick's Day Parade in Newport. Perfect location.

Mill Street Inn - Living room area in our suite

Mill Street Inn

(133 reviews)

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Exceptional customer service, an excellent location in the middle of Newport's historic waterfront,…read moreand many special touches enhanced our stay. The Mill Street Inn is now our go‑to lodging in Newport. From booking by phone to checking out, the staff was friendly and always available to help with questions. The goodie bag we received upon arrival was a nice touch, and everything inside was Rhode Island-made and delicious. While the bathroom was small, we preferred having the spacious sitting area, which was wonderful for relaxing and enjoying breakfast. We also appreciated the customizable breakfasts (beverage options, fresh bakery items, fruit, and protein choices) delivered to your room at your requested time. The rooms included unexpected but thoughtful touches such as coffee, tea, filtered water, quality toiletries, a magnified mirror, and cotton balls in the bathroom. Yes, the parking is tight and first-come, first-served, but they do offer complimentary parking--a treasured commodity in this part of Newport.

Despite a few mishaps, I had to give this place 4 stars because I would stay here again and again…read moreand again. Here are the things I didn't love. The parking can be rough. If you are not one of the lucky three that gets a spot in the side lot you have to park in the garage and the garage is tight. Tight tight, tighter than tight, as tight as you can get. Put it this way, it took me about 15 minutes to safely pull into a space in absolute fear I was going to hit a pole or the car parked next to me. When it was time to pull out, torture, luckily someone who worked here saw me struggling and he offered to get in and do it for me. Even for him, it took multiple attempts to steer clear of any objects. It's a real pain in the ass I can't sugar coat it. Next negative, the toilet in my room wouldn't flush. That was frustrating and when I told the front desk attendant she wasn't' surprised so this must be a thing. Also, whenever I walked into my bedroom I got a wet sock, there was a leak of some sort I think it may have been coming from the air conditioner unit up above but I can't be too sure. Next negative, the outlets are crappy, anything I plugged in was super loose I really had to jam it in there and that was the case with every outlet, some were unusable because of how loose they were. Lastly, the shower was scalding hot, scalding. I adjusted the temperature but no matter which way I turned it was different levels of scalding. I had to let the shower run for five minutes before I could get in there and I like a hot shower. This temperature was hospital burn status. Okay the real last thing, no elevator. I had to lug up two flights of stairs with my big ass suitcase but is it Mill Street Inn's fault that I packed a weeks worth of stuff for one night or is that a me problem? As I'm mentioning all these negatives I'm wondering if 4 stars is appropriate but I'm sticking with it and I'll tell you why. The room was beautiful and enormous. I stayed in a suite with a dining room table and chairs, a couch, coffee table, multiple arm chairs, huge bed with the most comfortable pillows I have ever experienced in my entire life. Dreamy I tell you, like melting in but not too much, just perfect. The bathroom vanity counter was enormous. I had so much room to put out all of my things, much appreciated. The location could not have been better. One block away from the main street, the easiest walk to everywhere. Also tucked away in a beautiful neighborhood so it was safe, cozy and quiet. I walked back from a night out by myself and felt extremely safe doing so. The lobby is beautiful, they had complimentary sangria and complimentary water with lemons and limes. They had every board game you could imagine, I loved that. There was a fitness center with canned electrolyte infused waters, they had a beautiful roof top which I had entirely to myself both times I went up there. Gorgeous views of the neighborhood and the water. I loved my time up there it was serene and relaxing with tons of tables and chairs for lounging. They had complimentary breakfast served to your door in the morning. The night before you pick and choose what you want from each category and there was plenty to choose from. I ordered an organic cold brew, two hard boiled eggs, granola, and something else, anyways everything came to the door at the exact minute I asked for it to be delivered and it was delicious. Also, they give you a welcome bag with snacks when you arrive! There were pretzels, a massive bag of popcorn and sea salt caramels. I thought that was such a special touch. Anyways, looking back there were a lot of annoyances that could have aggravated me but there were so many good things about my stay that the good overshadowed the bad and I would 100% stay here again.

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