Francis Malbone House Inn

4.0 star property
Find serenity near historic mansions. Unwind by the lobby fireplace after exploring nearby sights.

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Interior
Lobby
Interior entrance
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$364
includes taxes & fees
27 Feb - 28 Feb

Room options

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King Harborside 6

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2019
Premium bedding
  • 24 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

King Courtyard 3

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2019
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Queen Harborside 7

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2019
Premium bedding
  • 27 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

King Newport 8

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2019
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

King Newport 9

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2019
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

King Newport 7

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2019
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

King Courtyard Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2019
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

King Counting House Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2019
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

King Newport 6

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2019
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Queen Gardenside 1

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2019
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Queen Gardenside 4

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2019
Premium bedding
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Queen Gardenside 5

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2019
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Queen Gardenside 8

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2019
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

King Courtyard 4

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2019
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Queen Courtyard 5

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2019
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

King Harborside 2

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2019
Premium bedding
  • 25 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

King Courtyard 2

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2019
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

King Harborside 3

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2019
Premium bedding
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
392 Thames St, Newport, RI, 02840

What's nearby

  • Thames Street - 1 min walk
  • Newport Mansions - 15 min walk
  • Cliff Walk - 19 min walk
  • The Breakers - 4 min drive
  • Fort Adams State Park - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Newport Ferry Station - 11 min walk
  • Newport, RI (NPT-Newport State) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kaffeology - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Il Forno Italiano - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Nitro Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Midtown Oyster Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪O'Brien's Pub - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Francis Malbone House Inn

Upscale bed & breakfast located near International Tennis Hall of Fame and Museum with rooms revitalised in 2019
Located close to Touro Synagogue and Newport Mansions, Francis Malbone House Inn provides free full breakfast, a garden and laundry facilities. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a fireplace in reception.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Concierge services, free newspapers and a front desk safe
  • Tour/ticket information, smoke-free property and outdoor furniture
  • Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Daily housekeeping, electrical adapters/chargers and phones

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10 AM

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 24 February 2025 to 26 February 2025 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children 17 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 17 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 250 per night
  • City/local tax: USD6.0

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children 17 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Francis Malbone House Hotel Newport
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Frequently asked questions

Is Francis Malbone House Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Francis Malbone House Inn?

As of 22 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Francis Malbone House Inn on 27 Feb 2025 start from AU$364.15, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Francis Malbone House Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Francis Malbone House Inn?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Francis Malbone House Inn?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Francis Malbone House Inn located?

Located in Downtown Newport, this bed & breakfast is within a 15-minute walk of International Tennis Hall of Fame and Museum and Touro Synagogue. Newport Mansions and Cliff Walk are also within 1 mi (2 km). Newport Ferry Station is 11 minutes by foot.

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Francis Malbone House Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 191 out of 205 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 205 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 205 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 205 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 205 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David

Staff is terrific! This is a beautiful old inn located in the heart of Newport.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Beautiful property with very personable and helpful staff. This was our second stay and we plan to have another in the spring
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Great hosts, great place. Will stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fredrick

Great location excellent breakfast wonderful host wish we could have stayed longer
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Very nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

marion

Wouldn’t stay anywhere else on our visit. Amazing fresh cooked breakfast great afternoon tea beautiful property walking distance to all the action yet quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Very nice B&B with great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

What a wonderful oasis from the crowd of downtown Newport. Room, bed, and bathroom were wonderful. Breakfast, afternoon tea, and staff were exceptional!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alaina

Wonderful Inn! Would highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dallas

Charming Historical Bed & Breakfast Hotel
Quaint, historical hotel with cozy rooms. The sweetest and friendliest staff. Great breakfast and afternoon tea with treats. Hotel is centrally located. You can walk to restaurants, Cliff Walk and Gilded Age mansions.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

A very authentic and beautiful Inn. Very well maintain and extremely friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

john

What a great place. The staff were great ,Tobie was fantastic (thank you for strawberries) the food was very good Very historic thank you for making our stay the best
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Excellent service, great staff and a great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Corbette

Lovely decor, a courtyard I will spend more time in on my next visit, delicious breakfasts, and helpful and accommodating staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Fantastic inn. Breakfast was great, the staff welcoming and friendly. Room was comfortable and well decorated.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

NAZIH

The property was amazing and the staff was wonderful. We will definitely be back. Naz and Loretta
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Wonderful, high quality historic property
Beautiful historic property with spacious and comfortable rooms, and awesome common areas. Staff were all knowledgeable, accommodating, and terrific! Will definitely stay there again when I’m in Newport! I’m
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Wonderful stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Love the place!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

The staff was amazing, really attentive! The home has been restored beautifully, Two photo albums chronicle the work .Breakfast was to order and delicious!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

My husband and I just spent one night and it was way too short ! This inn is fabulous . So clean , beautifully decorated and the most comfortable bed too. From the fabulous kind and caring staff , the afternoon tea and delicious breakfast , we can’t wait to revisit !
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaclyn

Loved our stay and hope to be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Generally a good experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathanael Thomas Snyder

The staff here are the real draw. They are perhaps the most friendly staff I’ve ever encountered at any lodging anywhere. The food was incredible. The grounds and house are amazing. I don’t usually gush in reviews, but this place lived up to the hype. If I come to Newport again, I’m staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vernon

Great food, rooms , people
Very nice quaint B&B. Our room was quiet and comfortable. Great bed. Lovely courtyard and beautiful flowers. Breakfast was great. The eggs Benedict were the best I have had. Very good, superb breakfast. Friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024