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Melville House

2.5 star property
Guesthouse within walking distance of Bowen's Wharf

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

  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (3)

  • Near the beach
  • Air conditioning
  • Tour/ticket assistance
The current price is CNY1,211
CNY1,382 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 29 - Jun 30

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 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
(9 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

  • Bowen's Wharf - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Thames Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Newport Harbour - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cliff Walk - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Newport Mansions - 3 min drive - 1.8 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
  • ‪Gas Lamp Grille - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Drift Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bar 'Cino Newport - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Melville House

Melville House puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Thames Street and Bowen's Wharf. 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, Newport Harbour and Easton's Beach are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers like the helpful staff and walkable location.

Languages

English, French

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 7 rooms

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

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
    • Guests planning to arrive after hours must contact the property at least 48 hours prior to arrival.

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

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
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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

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
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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
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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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Melville House Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
Location
Bed
Breakfast
Parking
Bathroom
Shower
Restaurant
Downtown

What guests liked

  • Parking was convenient and available on the property with multiple options. (4 reviews)
  • Breakfast was great, with options to choose from, including cooked to order eggs, pancakes, and more. (5 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10

The manager and his staff were very accommodating, which my wife and I greatly appreciated.
2-night trip

10/10

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

6/10

The house was old which was to be expected in an historic house. However, our room smelled of wood smoke (and it took me 2 cycles of laundry to get out the smell). Several things were broken, little things but they added up (the sink didn't drain, the bathroom floor tiles were broken, the shower was tiny). However, the people running the place were fabulous, extremely helpful in getting out breakfast order and making sure we had parking. Bringing us ice. There was parking which in this part of town was amazing. They have 3 lots and some street parking, plus it's close to the harbor. So it was a mixed bag. I am so sorry to say it because the staff was just so helpful and nice. Perhaps one of the other houses would be better but for the money I paid, it wasn't worth it.
bedroom
bathroom
3-night trip

10/10

An historic property located in the heart of Newport's central district within easy walking distance to restaurants, bars and shops. The fancy Vanderbilt restaurant is right at the end of the road. Much cheaper than big hotels although it is just bed and breakfast.
2-night trip

10/10

STAFF WERE LOVELY! We are from RI just wanted a night away. We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely return.
1-night trip

6/10

Check-in was a bit chaotic and because they manage multiple inns on the same street, they clearly give people whatever room makes sense when they check in regardless of the building. So my room/inn was definitely not the room/inn I booked but it worked out fine. It would have been a more significant issue if I was not on a casual solo trip. And if I hadn't already come to terms that I was paying a premium for the location (5 minute walk from the wharfs/downtown Newport). The building I was in was a bit unfinished, and so was the room (unfinished floors, bathroom/sink could use upgrades, very outdated paint and doors/looks) but it was clean and cute for a New England stopover. But I wouldn't stay if you can't accommodate a little bit of unexpectedness in your travels. Overall, definitely not worth the price I paid (or up to the standards for that price) but it worked well enough for this specific trip.
1-night trip

10/10

Great location, comfortable, good owner.
3-night trip

10/10

Very curtious and accommodating
1-night trip

10/10

Really felt welcomed and had a great stay!
2-night trip

10/10

It was a great stay.
1-night trip

10/10

Very friendly staff. Our room was adorable, bed was comfortable. Jetted bathtub was a surprise and worked well. Would absolutely stay again.
1-night trip

10/10

Parking was easy and the service was nice and the room decent and clean.
1-night trip

10/10

Super Friendly and accomodating staff. They took time to guide us in finding great dinning and other hidden gems. The historic charm of the properties and our room were something really unique and charming. We will definitely stay again when we return to Newport.
1-night trip

10/10

Highly recommend this place of staying!
1-night trip

8/10

Very close to the shops and parking is available in the property.
2-night trip

10/10

Great staff
1-night trip

10/10

Cool place spread across quiet historic street
1-night trip

10/10

Perfect location , and friendly staff!
1-night trip

10/10

Great location!
1-night trip

10/10

Great staff and location…. Will definitely be staying here again.
1-night trip

8/10

Perfect location! It’s quaint and very authentic New England. Very charming property. We were schedule for the Mellvill House and got upgraded for $60 and it was very very worth it. Great experience. Easy walk downtown.
1-night trip

10/10

Wonderful hosts. Room was lovely and clean. Quiet in the area. Easy access to everything.
5-night trip

10/10

Very cute place, nice staff, close to everything
2-night trip

10/10

Great lodging, service and location and all the quaintness you expect with a bed and breakfast/inn. The bed and bedding was really comfortable!
1-night trip

10/10

I loved the location on Clarke Street, it was close to the places I wanted to visit. The room was comfortable and clean, and the staff was helpful.
3-night trip