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Melville House

Property class: 2.5

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A historic building with a red door, a sign indicating it is a National Register of Historic Places, and a small planter with plants in front. - Melville House (Newport)
A room with a wooden dresser, a chair, a small table with a blanket, a door leading to another room, and a wall with floral wallpaper. - Melville House (Newport)
A cozy room with a fireplace, wooden furniture, and a view through a window with curtains. - Melville House (Newport)
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a dresser, a wooden door, and a wall with a framed picture. - Melville House (Newport)
A building with a sign for 'The Mitvile Fousi Inn' and a sidewalk with a potted plant. - Melville House (Newport)
Close to Thames Street and Cliff Walk, Melville House has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

A neatly made bed with white linens, a bedside table with a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

A bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Downtown Newport, a neighborhood in Newport, Melville House is near the airport and near the beach. Newport Mansions and The Breakers are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cliff Walk and Narragansett Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at International Tennis Hall of Fame and Museum, or consider a night out at North Beach Club House. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Newport travel guide
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Map
39 Clarke Street, Newport, RI, 02840

What's nearby

  • A large bronze sculpture of a wave in an outdoor public space.
    Thames Street
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A grand hall with a large chandelier, a podium, and flags.
    Touro Synagogue
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A coastal town with a marina, residential buildings, and a hill in the background.
    Bowen's Wharf
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A marina with two yachts docked at the pier.
    Newport Harbour
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A courtyard with a tennis court, a statue, and a building with a clock tower.
    International Tennis Hall of Fame and Museum
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Newport Ferry Station
    7 min walk
  • Newport, RI (NPT-Newport State)
    16 min drive

Restaurants

  • Brick Alley Pub & Restaurant
    3 min walk
  • Starbucks
    3 min walk
  • Diego's
    6 min walk
  • 22 Bowen's Wine Bar & Grille
    6 min walk
  • Gas Lamp Grille
    3 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Built in 1750
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Frette Italian sheets

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 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.

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Melville House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Melville House?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Melville House?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Melville House located?

Located in Downtown Newport, this guesthouse is steps from Jane Pickens Theater and Thames Street. Cliff Walk and Newport Mansions are also within 1 mi (2 km). Newport Ferry Station is 7 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Melville House Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 247 out of 466 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 121 out of 466 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 466 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 466 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 466 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Great location and wonderful accommodations.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff was really accommodating. Location was very convenient.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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Location. Breakfast room small. Had to wait extended period. Inn keeper very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic experience. Perfect location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location . Breakfast was very good. Owner is very friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quaint, comfortable, great location, friendly staff in a historic setting. What more could you ask for?
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
We used the place as a crashpad for the marina and our charter - the bed and shower was great. Place has a 'charm' to it but for price and location to central Newport on a holiday week was ideal.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location and Parking is perfect. Room was cold. Bed was soft. Tv and toilet worked. Can’t ask for much more. Gave us a super late checkout too
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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Disliked: Amenities
Nice room. Breakfast was ok. Not clear which house it was or where to check in
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One block from the main strip, amazing staff, charming accommodations
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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My wife and I got an upgrade to help celebrate our anniversary. The inn keeper was extremely pleasant and could not do enough for us. The family atmosphere breakfast was just an added bonus. We will be going back. 10 out of 10.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Innkeeper Rick and his staff were most attentive and accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Location is perfect. You can walk to all the local restaurants. The owner Rick was so friendly and accommodating. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were so pleasant to talk to and since my wife and I were not able to climb stairs, we were upgraded to a first floor room. The breakfast served every day was so delicious and ready when we were. Everything we needed was taken care of by wonderful people. Also all the attractions are within walking distance since the hotel is located downtown. I highly recommend the Melville House and we will be staying there again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location and friendly staff!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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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
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Located close to shops and restaurants, staff pleasant and helpful, room clean and comfortable. A very good place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
location was great!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent custom service, quaint location, and comfortable room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Charming little BnB very close to the dining and shopping. Very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

I was met with a warm welcome, the INN was comfortable, excellent location and quiet at night for a relaxing stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great clean room. Staff very attentive. Delicious breakfast! On site parking easy. We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

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We got an updrade to a different house. I really like staying in an old inn rather than a hotel. My only complaint is the mattress was not comfortable. Which ultimately becomes a deal breaker. My lower back was in pain for 2 days after my stay. The location is great. My husband forgot is shirt and jacket and we were a 2 minute walk from The Gap and Jos. A Bank. We walked to breakfast in the morning so nice and close to Broadway and Thames St.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, comfortable, good owner.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024