Downtown Newport Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A marina with boats docked, a parking lot, and buildings in the background.
A marina with various boats docked, a wooden pier, and a white building with a balcony.
A beach with a marina filled with sailboats.
A boat with a covered deck at a marina with other boats and buildings in the background.
A large stone building with a prominent red-tiled roof and a conical tower.

Stay near popular Downtown Newport attractions

A large bronze sculpture of a wave in an outdoor public space.

Thames Street

9.4/10 (1,918 reviews)
Stroll down this historic thoroughfare that runs parallel to Newport’s waterfront and check out the heritage façades, cozy pubs and great cafés.
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Activities

The Breakers Newport

Newport Gilded Age Mansions Trolley Tour w/ Breakers Ticket (8+)

NZ$80
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Newport Gilded Age Mansions Trolley Tour w/ Breakers Ticket (8+)
Newport, Rhode Island: Scenic Self-Driving Audio Tour

Explore Scenic Newport, RI: GPS-Guided Driving Audio Tour

NZ$29
per traveller
76% of travellers recommend
Explore Scenic Newport, RI: GPS-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Newport Rhode Island Mansions Trolley Tour

Newport RI Mansions Scenic Trolley Tour (Ages 8+ only)

NZ$47
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Newport RI Mansions Scenic Trolley Tour (Ages 8+ only)
Newport, RI: Afternoon Grand Cruise of Narragansett Bay

Newport, RI: Afternoon Grand Cruise of Narragansett Bay

NZ$68
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Newport, RI: Afternoon Grand Cruise of Narragansett Bay
Newport, RI: Lighthouse and Mimosa Cruise

Newport, RI: Lighthouse and Mimosa Cruise

NZ$71
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Newport, RI: Lighthouse and Mimosa Cruise
Historic Scenic Tour Through Newport

Historic Scenic Tour Through Newport

NZ$43
per adult
Historic Scenic Tour Through Newport
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Our pick of the best Downtown Newport Hotel Deals

The Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina

The Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina

3 out of 5
49 America's Cup Ave Newport RI
The price is NZ$761 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$761
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Newport. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a marina and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,432 reviews)
"Room was clean. Staff was efficient. Location was excellent. Room cooling unit was far too noisy. Lodging price was way too high for this level of hotel."

Reviewed on 6 July 2026

The Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina
Hotel Viking

Hotel Viking

4 out of 5
1 Bellevue Avenue Newport RI
The price is NZ$1,208 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
NZ$1,208
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Newport. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,004 reviews)
"Very disappointing stay. This place tries to be fancy, but it’s really like putting lipstick on a pig. Dirty towels, AC didn’t work one of the nights, spa was sub par (the receptionist at the spa was on the phone with her friend and put her on hold for me to pay). The pool had no towels - I had to ..."

Reviewed on 5 July 2026

Hotel Viking
Hammetts Hotel

Hammetts Hotel

2.5 out of 5
4 Commercial Wharf Newport RI
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$899 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
NZ$899
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Newport. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,138 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel and location.. very clean modern industrial vibe FYI no small fridge in room but still would stay there again"

Reviewed on 5 July 2026

Hammetts Hotel
Newport Marriott Hotel & Spa

Newport Marriott Hotel & Spa

3.5 out of 5
25 America's Cup Ave Newport RI
The price is NZ$1,198 per night from 12 July to 13 July
NZ$1,198
12 July - 13 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Newport. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room service ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Good time"

Reviewed on 27 June 2026

Newport Marriott Hotel & Spa
Cleveland House

Cleveland House

3 out of 5
27 Clarke Street Newport RI
The price is NZ$452 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
NZ$452
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Newport. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (591 reviews)
"L’accueil était parfait !"

Reviewed on 4 July 2026

Cleveland House
Americas Cup Inn

Americas Cup Inn

2.5 out of 5
6 Mary St Newport RI
The price is NZ$690 per night from 14 July to 15 July
NZ$690
14 July - 15 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Newport. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,008 reviews)
"The staff were very considerate and helpful. The location was perfect and easy to walk to many to several attractions. The room was clean and comfortable. And the breakfast was very good as well. We enjoyed our stay."

Reviewed on 5 July 2026

Americas Cup Inn
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Newport

Find the best Downtown Newport areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A lighthouse on a rocky shore with a sunset in the background.
Photo by Jared Kent
Open Photo by Jared Kent

Fifth Ward

If you're spending some time in Fifth Ward, Gooseberry Beach and Fort Adams State Park are top sights worth seeing.

A marina with numerous boats docked, surrounded by residential buildings and a church spire in the distance.

Yachting Village

If you're spending some time in Yachting Village, Thames Street and Newport Harbour are top sights worth seeing.

A grand classical building with ornate sculptures, large windows, and a prominent staircase leading to the entrance.
Photo by Michael Kercsmar
Open Photo by Michael Kercsmar

Bellevue Avenue Historic District

Bellevue Avenue Historic District is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by The Breakers and Rosecliff while in the area.

A statue of a man with outstretched arms on a pedestal labeled "CHANNING" in a park with a stone tower in the background.

Historic Hill

If you're spending some time in Historic Hill, International Tennis Hall of Fame and Museum and Touro Synagogue are top sights worth seeing.

A beach with a lifeguard tower, rocky shoreline, and a distant hill with houses.
Photo by Tuyen Truong
Open Photo by Tuyen Truong

Top of the Hill

If you're spending some time in Top of the Hill, Easton's Beach and Newport Art Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Newport Travel Guide

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