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Melville House

2.5 star property
Guesthouse within easy reach of Thames Street

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed | Room amenity
Standard Room, 1 Double Bed | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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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
$161 nightly
The total price is $182
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Sep 28 - Sep 29
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Tomorrow

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Frette Italian linens
Private bathroom
Iron/ironing board
  • 270 sq ft
  • 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
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Frette Italian linens
Private bathroom
Iron/ironing board
  • 305 sq ft
  • 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
  • ‪Bar 'Cino - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Gas Lamp Grille - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Drift Cafe - ‬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.

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
    • 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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Melville House Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Parking
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Restaurant
Downtown

What guests liked

  • Parking was convenient and available on the property, with multiple lots and street parking options. (6 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

8/10 Very good

Great location

Great location. We had the smallest room but it worked great.
Staci, 3-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 was great!
Devin, 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

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

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

The manager and his staff were very accommodating, which my wife and I greatly appreciated.
Mark, 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

8/10 Very good

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, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

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 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

It was a great stay.
Michelle, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Highly recommend this place of staying!
pei-wen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

6/10 Good

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.
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Diane, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location , and friendly staff!
Brie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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 Exceptional

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, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

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, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

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

10/10 Exceptional

Great location!
RICHARD, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

Very curtious and accommodating
christopher, 1-night trip