Melville House

Guesthouse convenient to Thames Street

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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.
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (3)

  • Near the beach
  • Air conditioning
  • Tour/ticket assistance
$102 nightly
$117 total
Apr 6 - Apr 7
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Excellent
  • 270 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
Standard Room, 1 Double Bed | Bathroom sink
Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Standard Room, 1 Double Bed | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Standard Room, 1 Double Bed | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

Wonderful
  • 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

  • Thames Street - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bowen's Wharf - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Newport Harbour - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bannister's Wharf - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Newport Ferry Terminal - 5 min walk - 0.4 km

Getting around

  • Newport, RI (NPT-Newport State) - 16 min drive
  • North Kingstown, RI (NCO-Quonset State) - 39 min drive
  • T.F. Green Airport (PVD) - 41 min drive
  • New Bedford, MA (EWB-New Bedford Regional) - 53 min drive
  • Westerly, RI (WST-Westerly State) - 54 min drive
  • Block Island, RI (BID-Block Island State) - 107 min drive
  • Newport Ferry Station - 7 min walk
  • Kingston Station - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brick Alley Pub & Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Gas Lamp Grille - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Benjamin's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bar 'Cino - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Melville House

Melville House puts you just a 5-minute drive from Thames Street and Newport Mansions. 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. Fellow travelers like the helpful staff and walkable location.

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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • 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

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.

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 7-minute walk from Newport Ferry Station and 4 minutes' walk from Bowen's Wharf. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.

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Melville House Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Parking was convenient and available on the property with multiple options. (7 reviews)
  • Breakfast was great, with options to choose from, including cooked-to-order meals and a variety of hot and cold items. (8 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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10/10 Exceptional

Location is perfect. You can walk to all the local restaurants. The owner Rick was so friendly and accommodating. Will definitely stay here again.
Lynne, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

A 300 year old colonial home a 5 min walk from the main historic downtown district . Experience a step.back in time before the Revolutionary war.era. History lovers will.be enamored with the town
Richard, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Always a great stay!
Hugh, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great spot to stay!
Alden, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location and friendly staff!
Jennifer, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Located close to shops and restaurants, staff pleasant and helpful, room clean and comfortable. A very good place to stay.
Yelena, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great clean room. Staff very attentive. Delicious breakfast! On site parking easy. We will be back!
Mark, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Super nice staff. Got a free upgrade for my anniversary. Old homes so don’t expect crazy amenities, but the managers knowledge of the area, friendliness and hospitality make this place a must-visit. I would highly recommend and will not book with anyone else if I were to visit Newport again
Alec, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This place has real character and Rick the innkeeper was pretty darn entertaining. The location was superb and we had a fabulous time in Newport.
Shea, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

staff was great
Pamela, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Close convenient great location
andrew, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very close to everything
James, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Nice property , great location
Trishna, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Charming place. Very nice owner and parking was easy.
Kelli, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great location

Great location. We had the smallest room but it worked great.
Staci, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great place for the.price. Nothing fancy, simply a boarding house. Very clean for what it is.
Tamara, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent custom service, quaint location, and comfortable room.
Taylor, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

location was great!
Devin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great 300 years plus place. Perfect location. Owner a bit scatterbrained- but try’s to make everyone welcome . Good breakfast
James, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Such a friendly staff and so accommodating!! The location was absolutely beautiful! Definitely would recommend and I would come again.
Devannie, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Charming little BnB very close to the dining and shopping. Very friendly staff
Matthew, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Parking on site Walkable
Elisa, 1-night trip
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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
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8/10 Very good

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, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good

We actually upgraded to the Inn next door run by the same owner. He has 4 in the same block. Rick was the best host. The Melville house was clean but basic and unfortunately smelled like an old house (not in a good way)-a bit musty. Overall the Inns are well run, breakfast is good and affordable. Curtis was a good chef. All of the staff were great. The location cannot be beat!
Diana, 3-night trip