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.
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
The Fastnet Pub - 3 min walk
About this property
Melville House
Melville House puts you just a 5-minute drive from Thames Street and Easton's Beach. 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 Mansions and The Breakers 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
LOB_HOTELS
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
MONETIZATION_ON
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
8.6
Excellent
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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
Breakfast
Bed
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 and a variety of hot and cold items. (6 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Aug 10, 2025
Close convenient great location
andrew
andrew, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
Aug 4, 2025
Nice property , great location
Trishna
Trishna, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 19, 2025
Excellent custom service, quaint location, and comfortable room.
Taylor
Taylor, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
Aug 1, 2025
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
Richard, 4-night trip
8/10 Good
Jun 13, 2025
location was great!
Devin
Devin, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 14, 2025
nice room
Eli
Eli, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 2, 2025
Clean and comfr
Diane
Diane, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
Jun 30, 2025
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
Daniel, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 11, 2025
Really nice historic inn, right in the middle of Newport. Perfect!
Kevin
Kevin, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 3, 2025
Rick was phenomenal in checking me in. I'm a bigger guy at 6'6 and he upgraded me to a bigger room and bathroom that would accommodate my height. I can't promise room upgrades, but if they have availability, it's a potential perk. The room was great, bed comfortable, bathroom updated and spacious, but it retained and older charm that reminded me of my grandmother's home. After visiting other cities in New England, it is hard to beat the walkability of the hotels on this street to the harbor restaurants and shops. Certainly worth a revisit for a longer stay!
Ryan
Ryan, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 2, 2025
The manager and his staff were very accommodating, which my wife and I greatly appreciated.
Mark
Mark, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
Jun 1, 2025
Great location. Historic rooms decorated nicely. Small upgrades would make the room more historic (like the drapes).
Cautions: no temperature control in room, can hear everyone in the house all the time
Megan
Megan, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Feb 15, 2025
I was met with a warm welcome, the INN was comfortable, excellent location and quiet at night for a relaxing stay.
Michelle
Michelle, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Feb 9, 2025
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.
Simon Richard
Simon Richard, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jan 2, 2025
STAFF WERE LOVELY! We are from RI just wanted a night away. We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely return.
lori
lori, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 17, 2025
Manager was really great! He upgraded our room for free since I booked a room that had a double bed and bathroom in the hall. He was so very helpful. He also offered to give us a ride to Ocean Cliff where the wedding was! We declined but appreciated the offer!
Breakfast was great in the morning! Cooked to order. You could choose, eggs any style, omelet or blueberry pancakes! Bacon, toast & fruit with it. Coffee, water & juice available. The room was nice except the air conditioner did not work well. Luckily it was not hot out! The toilet in the bathroom didn’t flush. We had to lift up the back and flush from the tank! Our room was right off the breakfast area so if you want to sleep in you might want to pick a different room. We were only there for one overnight.
Tricia
Tricia, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
May 8, 2025
Cute little property with a historic feel to it. Parking was convenient on the property. Staff was friendly. Walkable to everything. A must to do is have dinner and drinks at one of the oldest taverns in America, the Whitehorse Tavern. Which was a five minute walk from the property.
Breakfast included and made to order. Would stay there again.
To throw a Con in there, the room had windows that you could not open and the room was a little stuffy. I would have liked the ability to get some fresh air. The room we had did not have the ability to control your own temperature. Think the room should’ve came with at least a fan to regulate the air.
Victor
Victor, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 17, 2024
Great location, comfortable, good owner.
Kevin
Kevin, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 20, 2024
Really felt welcomed and had a great stay!
Brian
Brian, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Nov 16, 2023
It was a great stay.
Michelle
Michelle, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jan 12, 2025
Very curtious and accommodating
christopher
christopher, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 28, 2023
Highly recommend this place of staying!
pei-wen
pei-wen, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 28, 2024
Parking was easy and the service was nice and the room decent and clean.
Joshua
Joshua, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Sep 22, 2024
Very friendly staff.
Our room was adorable, bed was comfortable. Jetted bathtub was a surprise and worked well.
Would absolutely stay again.
Ashley
Ashley, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Oct 18, 2024
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.