Aquidneck Island, RI

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Rocky coastline, Newport County, Rhode Island, USA; Shutterstock ID 589089743; Purchase Order: -
Rocky coastline, Newport County, Rhode Island, USA; Shutterstock ID 589089743; Purchase Order: -
Castle Hill Lighthouse is one of a number of navigational aids serving ship traffic bound for Newport or Providence via the East Passage of Narragansett Bay.
Although the lighthouse itself is not open to the public, the grounds are easily accessible by footpaths in the area.
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Nice scenic walk in Newport, RI
Cool stuff in Newport

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Where to stay in Aquidneck Island

Sundown at Newport harbor.

Downtown Newport

If you're spending some time in Downtown Newport, Bannister's Wharf and Bowen's Wharf are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Newport
Thames Street showing a house

Yachting Village

4.5/5(118 area reviews)

While visiting Yachting Village, you might make a stop by sights like Thames Street and Newport Harbour.

Yachting Village
Castle Hill Lighhouse after sunset

Historic Hill

4.5/5(127 area reviews)

While visiting Historic Hill, you might make a stop by sights like International Tennis Hall of Fame and Museum and Kingscote Newport Mansion.

Historic Hill
Nice scenic walk in Newport, RI

Bellevue Avenue Historic District

Gilded Age mansions and architectural styles by major American architects define this National Historic Landmark in Newport, Rhode Island. Tour historic mansions like Vernon Court and Belcourt Castle, or explore the Frederick Law Olmsted Arboretum and Rovensky Park.

Bellevue Avenue Historic District
When I lived in Boston, I took the subway

Top of the Hill

5/5(63 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Top of the Hill, Easton's Beach and Newport Art Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Top of the Hill
Fort Adams State Park featuring heritage architecture

Ocean Drive

4.5/5(36 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the cafes and live music in Ocean Drive. You might want to make time for a stop at Castle Hill Beach or Castle Hill Lighthouse.

Ocean Drive
The Pell - Part of JdV by Hyatt

The Pell - Part of JdV by Hyatt

4 out of 5
425 E Main Rd Middletown RI
$110 nightly
The price is $125 total per night from Mar 5 to Mar 6
$125 total
Mar 5 - Mar 6
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Middletown. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (994 reviews)
TV doesn’t work, and connection with phone didn’t work either.

Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026

The Pell - Part of JdV by Hyatt
Newport Harbor Island Resort

Newport Harbor Island Resort

4 out of 5
1 Goat Island Newport RI
$199 nightly
The price is $228 total per night from Feb 18 to Feb 19
$228 total
Feb 18 - Feb 19
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Newport. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,169 reviews)
Staff was great and the resort has everything we needed

Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026

Newport Harbor Island Resort
The Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina

The Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina

3 out of 5
49 America's Cup Ave Newport RI
$142 nightly
The price is $163 total per night from Feb 23 to Feb 24
$163 total
Feb 23 - Feb 24
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Newport. Enjoy free WiFi, a marina, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,393 reviews)
Room is a little dated. We’ve been coming here for 5+ years. Nothing has changed. The location is the main reason we keep coming back. The walls are paper thin. We could hear people partying next door until 1 am. We called security and it stopped. Also, my clothes smelt ’’hotel musty" when I got ...

Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026

The Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Island House Newport

Island House Newport

4 out of 5
37 Memorial Blvd Newport RI
Stay at this aparthotel in Newport. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and free bicycles on site. Popular attractions Thames Street and Newport Mansions are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (36 reviews)
Perfect downtown location, brand new luxe room.

Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026

Island House Newport
Newport Lofts - 194 Thames Street

Newport Lofts - 194 Thames Street

4 out of 5
194 Thames Street Newport RI
Stay at this vacation home in Newport. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Thames Street and Newport Mansions are located ...
Newport Lofts - 194 Thames Street
Oceancliff Resort I & II

Oceancliff Resort I & II

4 out of 5
65 Ridge Rd Newport RI
Book a stay at this business-friendly condo in Newport. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Thames Street and Newport Mansions are ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (63 reviews)
Fix the window cranks, paper holder came off and water pressure seemed kinda low .. however the water was nice and warm .. absolutely loved the fireplace and how spacious the rooms were . Though I would come back again on new years it’s was quiet 😊

Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026

Oceancliff Resort I & II
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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