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
8.48.4 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 NZ$323
NZ$323
includes taxes & fees
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Room options
View all photos for Double Room (Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed)
Double Room (Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Frette Italian bed sheets
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Iron/ironing board
25 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
View all photos for Double Room (Standard Room, 1 Double Bed)
North Kingstown, RI (NCO-Quonset State) - 27 min drive
Providence, RI (PVD-T.F. Green) - 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 a short five-minute drive from Thames Street and Easton's Beach. Freebies such as WiFi and self-parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby hiking/biking trails and kayaking. Also, Newport Mansions and Cliff Walk are a short five-minute drive away. Fellow travellers like the helpful staff and walkability.
Languages
English, French
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
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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
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 cots (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
What to do
Beach nearby
Bike 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 lifts.
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 such as cycling, hiking and kayaking, and practise 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
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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. (3 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10
The manager and his staff were very accommodating, which my wife and I greatly appreciated.
Mark
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.
Michelle
1-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.
Simon Richard
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.
lori
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.
Whitney
1-night trip
10/10
Great spot for a trip to Newport!
Ford
1-night trip
10/10
Very curtious and accommodating
christopher
1-night trip
10/10
Great location, comfortable, good owner.
Kevin
3-night trip
10/10
Really felt welcomed and had a great stay!
Brian
2-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.
Ashley
1-night trip
10/10
Parking was easy and the service was nice and the room decent and clean.
Joshua
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.
Jacob
1-night trip
10/10
It was a great stay.
Michelle
1-night trip
8/10
Very close to the shops and parking is available in the property.
Nickolas
2-night trip
10/10
Highly recommend this place of staying!
pei-wen
1-night trip
10/10
Great staff
Frank
1-night trip
10/10
Cool place spread across quiet historic street
Casey
1-night trip
10/10
nice place to stay very typical of the newport old houses. They manage to keep the spirit of the place without being too rustic too old.
David
2-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.
Sara
1-night trip
10/10
Perfect location , and friendly staff!
Brie
1-night trip
10/10
Wonderful hosts. Room was lovely and clean. Quiet in the area. Easy access to everything.
Helen
5-night trip
10/10
Great location!
RICHARD
1-night trip
10/10
Unique historic property and hospitable staff
Ryan
2-night trip
10/10
Great staff and location…. Will definitely be staying here again.
Mr. John
1-night trip
10/10
Very clean, friendly staff, small but cute room, great location.