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Francis Malbone House Inn

4.0 star property

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City view from property
Fireplace
Point of interest
Queen Courtyard 5
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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392 Thames St, Newport, RI, 02840
  • Place, Thames Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, International Tennis Hall of Fame and Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Newport Mansions
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Providence, RI (PVD-T.F. Green)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

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King Newport 6

King Newport 6

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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King Counting House Suite

King Counting House Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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King Courtyard Suite

King Courtyard Suite

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Queen Courtyard 5

Queen Courtyard 5

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Queen Gardenside 1

Queen Gardenside 1

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

King Harborside 2

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

Newport

With a stay at Francis Malbone House Inn in Newport (Downtown Newport), you'll be within a 15-minute walk of International Tennis Hall of Fame and Museum and Touro Synagogue. .This bed & breakfast is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Newport Mansions and 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Cliff Walk.
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What's nearby

  • Thames Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Newport Harbour - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bowen's Wharf - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • International Tennis Hall of Fame and Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Newport Mansions - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Kaffeology - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Wally’s Weiners - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Nitro Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Surf Club - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Midtown Oyster Bar - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Francis Malbone House Inn

Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, 8-minute walk to International Tennis Hall of Fame and Museum
Francis Malbone House Inn offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations with fireplaces and complimentary newspapers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and irons/ironing boards. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include in-room massages. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in November 2019.

Treat yourself to a stay in one of the 18 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring fireplaces and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Conveniences include complimentary newspapers and complimentary bottled water, as well as phones with free local calls.
Pamper yourself with onsite massages or take in the view from a garden. Additional amenities at this bed & breakfast include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a fireplace in the lobby.
A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 8:30 AM to 10 AM.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary full breakfast is served each morning between 8:30 AM and 10 AM.

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

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1760
  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Renovated guestrooms - November 2019
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • 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
  • Fireplace
  • 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 available
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

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

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
Cribs (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
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 6.0

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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

Francis Malbone House Inn Newport
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Francis Malbone House Hotel Newport
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Francis Malbone House Inn Newport
Francis Malbone House Inn Bed & breakfast
Francis Malbone House Inn Bed & breakfast Newport

Francis Malbone House Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 267 out of 287 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 287 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 287 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 287 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 287 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Paulo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good Stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historic property in a great location. The complimentary breakfast in the courtyard was delicious and a great way to start the day. Understand, as an Historical Inn, you may have to climb stairs and the rooms / bathrooms may be smaller than modern properties, but that is part of the charm. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful garden
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patti

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Francis Malbone House is an oasis in the hubbub of downtown Newport. All the wharves are easily walkable. It was less than 15 minutes to walk to the Elms. On site parking is a huge bonus. Daily breakfast is always delicious. But the best thing about this inn is the staff. They are so friendly and helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Loved breakfast great food. Excellent service as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
You would never know this gorgeous property is steps away from the bustling, somewhat noisy, Thames St. Once you step inside the front door, into the main house, all the chaos disappears. The courtyard in the center of the property is a peaceful place to have morning coffee or rest between excursions. I loved that my husband could walk the docks early while I was still getting ready, then be back for 8am breakfast. And I could shop while he napped. The property has a large entry from the private parking lot in back...easy to unload suitcases. In the room, I was happy to see Farmhouse Fresh products in the bathroom. We also walked into jazzy big band music playing on the radio/phone charger. Nice touch! Throughout the property, it's worth taking a look at the historic art, which seemed to tell stories about early America and the Revolution, all the way to the late 1800s.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

james

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A property, felt like I was staying at my wealthy aunts home
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

kim

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property itself is beautiful and staff outstanding. I was a little disappointed that the common areas did not have air conditioning. Location. Location. Location. Five minute walk to everything! Excellent breakfast and snacks.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olga

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ishan

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenden

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was fantastic, the AC worked great, the area was quiet. The staff couldn’t have been more kind, they were great all around. I would recommend the Francis Malbone Inn every time to anyone staying in Newport.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The property is very nice, well kept and an extremely incredible staff. The breakfast is amazing and changes daily. A favorite and I haven’t seen other places do to this extent is afternoon eats. They put out a spread that is made from scratch with dips, sweets, and even had foot long hotdogs on the 4th of July. Highly recommend this place and look to stay hear every time we visit Newport.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about The Francis Malbone House was amazing. The location is in the middle of bustling Thames Street full of shops and restaurants while the Inn itself is tranquil and private. The breakfasts were amazing and the staff was friendly and helpful. My husband and I hope to visit again soon.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tielman

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing restful clean and safe
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Georgina

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful relaxed hotel, charming old fashioned decor but very comfortable and lovely service
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hosts are awesome, location is great. highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was EXCELLENT! The inn was adorable - tea time -great ! Would love to go aga
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

meleia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff and amazing food. The breakfast is not to be missed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025