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Melville House

2.5 star property
Guesthouse convenient to Thames Street

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed | Room amenity - Melville House (Newport)
Standard Room, 1 Double Bed | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - Melville House (Newport)
In the heart of Downtown Newport, Melville House offers a charming escape with in-room WiFi, free self parking, and smoke-free premises. With its helpful staff and tour/ticket assistance nearby Bowen's Wharf and Thames Street are within easy reach.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (3)

  • Near the beach
  • Air conditioning
  • Tour/ticket assistance
The current price is CNY763
CNY870 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Frette Italian linens
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Iron/ironing board
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Frette Italian linens
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Iron/ironing board
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
39 Clarke Street, Newport, RI, 02840

What's nearby

  • Thames Street - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Touro Synagogue - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bowen's Wharf - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Newport Harbour - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bannister's Wharf - 5 min walk - 0.4 km

Getting around

  • Newport, RI (NPT-Newport State) - 17 min drive
  • North Kingstown, RI (NCO-Quonset State) - 27 min drive
  • T.F. Green Airport (PVD) - 36 min drive
  • New Bedford, MA (EWB-New Bedford Regional) - 43 min drive
  • Westerly, RI (WST-Westerly State) - 53 min drive
  • Block Island, RI (BID-Block Island State) - 108 min drive
  • Newport Ferry Station - 6 min walk
  • Kingston Station - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brick Alley Pub & Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bar 'Cino - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Gas Lamp Grille - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Fastnet Pub - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Melville House

At Melville House, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Thames Street and Newport Mansions. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails and kayaking. Also, this guest house is just a 5-minute drive from The Breakers. Fellow travelers like the helpful staff and walkable location.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 7 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • The host will greet guests on arrival
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • Guests planning to arrive after hours must contact the property at least 48 hours prior to arrival.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Services

  • Tour/ticket assistance

Facilities

  • Built in 1750

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Fees & policies

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Melville House Newport
Melville Newport
Melville House Hotel Newport
Melville House
Melville House Guesthouse Newport
Melville House Newport
Melville House Guesthouse
Melville House Guesthouse Newport

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Melville House?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Melville House?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Melville House?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Melville House and nearby?

Have fun with activities like cycling, hiking, and kayaking, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course.

What's the area around Melville House like?

Melville House is a short 6-minute walk from Newport Ferry Station and 4 minutes' walk from Thames Street. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.

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Reviews

Melville House Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.0

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Parking was convenient and available on the property with multiple options. (7 reviews)
  • Breakfast was great, with options to choose from, including cooked-to-order meals and a variety of hot and cold items. (8 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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Downtown

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great spot to stay!
Alden, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Located close to shops and restaurants, staff pleasant and helpful, room clean and comfortable. A very good place to stay.
Yelena, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This place has real character and Rick the innkeeper was pretty darn entertaining. The location was superb and we had a fabulous time in Newport.
Shea, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location

Great location. We had the smallest room but it worked great.
Staci, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Charming place. Very nice owner and parking was easy.
Kelli, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Close convenient great location
andrew, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice property , great location
Trishna, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Such a friendly staff and so accommodating!! The location was absolutely beautiful! Definitely would recommend and I would come again.
Devannie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent custom service, quaint location, and comfortable room.
Taylor, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

We actually upgraded to the Inn next door run by the same owner. He has 4 in the same block. Rick was the best host. The Melville house was clean but basic and unfortunately smelled like an old house (not in a good way)-a bit musty. Overall the Inns are well run, breakfast is good and affordable. Curtis was a good chef. All of the staff were great. The location cannot be beat!
Diana, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

location was great!
Devin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Parking on site Walkable
Elisa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Last Minute Trip- Met All Expectations!

The Inn staff were friendly and helpful. They greeted us on the street and assisted with parking. They walked us up to our room ensured we had everything we needed. Rick is friendly and goes above and beyond to make sure everyone’s stay is meeting their expectations. The bed was very comfortable.
Kaitlyn, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Location is great. Much of the town is within easy walking distance. Staff went out of their way to be helpful and solicit feedback. Finally the parking is a big bonus in the center of town.
Richard, 4-night trip

6/10 Good

Good option to stay if you’re not in the room and out all day. Everything in town is 5-10 minutes walking distance. Other than that the rooms are fairly small making it an uncomfortable living space for the price.
Carly, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

nice room
Eli, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and comfr
Diane, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I was met with a warm welcome, the INN was comfortable, excellent location and quiet at night for a relaxing stay.
Michelle, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Location, location, location! Absolutely phenomenal location to downtown Newport and the wharf area (Approx. 5 min walk). The buildings are Revolutionary War era construction, so don’t expect the modern amenities of a 21st century hotel chain. But, the properties are clean, charming and well maintained despite being nearly 300 years old. Off street (free) parking was also a plus, but beware if you driver a larger vehicle (large SUV or truck), the lots and driveways are very tight and would be near impossible to traverse in a pickup or large SUV.
Joseph, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Really nice historic inn, right in the middle of Newport. Perfect!
Kevin, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Room different to pictured, very bare. Everything needs to be updated. Door to house constantly open, room only secured via small lock. Room was very cold. Lady at reception was unfriendly to us and bullying the young man who welcomed us. Overall her vibe was very unfriendly. Glad we’re gone.
Marietta, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice property some room much nicer than others. The owner upgraded ups to a nicer room than I supposedly booked. Also a nice breakfast
Daniel, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

No elevator so there are stairs to navigate. There was a young man who helped us carry luggage to the room. Room ac’s, tv. Shower was good with plenty of warm water. Friendly efficient staff. My friend and I got the breakfast which was extra. The chef was very efficient and food was good. Location was ideal and we just walked everywhere or caught the free bus which took us to the mansion area and Cliff Walk.
Joan, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

They had me stay in a different building in a totally different neighborhood. Showed up to the address on my reservation and there was a sign on the door to go to a different building down the block. When I arrived there I was informed I'd be staying at yet another building in a different location. Why the confusing run around?
Geoffrey, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Stay away

Rooms were small, needed to pay for an upgrades to get decent room and pay extra money. Original room that I booked was very bad in dirty old house. Service people were nice, tried to make the best out of our stay. Will not recommend this hotel to my family or friends.
Monika, 2-night trip