Charlestown, RI

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Caribbean, Nevis, Charlestown, View of St. Pauls Anglican Church
The Charlestown Breachway. This narrow inlet connects Ninigret Pond with the Atlantic Ocean. During the peak tides, the current can be quite strong. Strong enough to make it difficult, if not impossible, to swim across the short distance.  On the right side of the image is East Beach, a magnificent miles long beach. The only way to access it is either by foot, four wheel vehicle ( no paved roads, only sand - and permit is required ) or by boat.  

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It's one of the last summer-like days in late September and the weather could not have been better. 

I'm at the entrance of the Charlestown Breachway. Here, the Atlantic Ocean flows into Ninigret Pond, a salt water estuary. It's a perfect get-away-from-it-all spot. The current can run through here pretty fast between tides.

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Last days of Summer. This is a path from Ninigret Pond to the Atlantic Ocean.

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Where to stay in Charlestown

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Downtown Charlestown

Downtown Charlestown might not have many top sights, but Ninigret Park and Ninigret National Wildlife Refuge are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Downtown Charlestown
Spark by Hilton Mystic Groton

Spark by Hilton Mystic Groton

3 out of 5
55 Whitehall Avenue Mystic CT
$73 nightly
The price is $84 total per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
$84 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Mystic. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,495 reviews)
The whole property was immaculate clean. My room as well. The breakfast was well laid out and plenty although some in our group wished for waffles. The breakfast room was clean, sanitized and bright which was a nice morning surprise. I would recommend staying here.

Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026

Spark by Hilton Mystic Groton
The Pell - Part of JdV by Hyatt

The Pell - Part of JdV by Hyatt

4 out of 5
425 E Main Rd Middletown RI
$127 nightly
The price is $145 total per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
$145 total
Apr 1 - Apr 2
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! (1,015 reviews)
Clean room, WiFi was poor. Shower set off smoke alarm. Not the greatest of places

Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026

The Pell - Part of JdV by Hyatt
Hilton Mystic

Hilton Mystic

3.5 out of 5
20 Coogan Blvd Mystic CT
$109 nightly
The price is $125 total per night from Mar 26 to Mar 27
$125 total
Mar 26 - Mar 27
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Mystic. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,024 reviews)
Rooms need to be updated

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026

Hilton Mystic
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.
Overlook Ninigret Pond and Block Island

Overlook Ninigret Pond and Block Island

Charlestown RI
Stay at this vacation home in Charlestown. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Kettle Pond Visitors Center and Burlingame State ...
Overlook Ninigret Pond and Block Island
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 ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (40 reviews)
Island House Newport was absolutely perfect. It doesn’t feel like a hotel at all, it truly feels like a home. The space, design, and attention to detail made it incredibly comfortable, especially traveling with our 1-year-old. Everything felt calm, private, and thoughtfully set up for a family stay. ...

Reviewed on Mar 20, 2026

Island House Newport
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! (64 reviews)
The suite was great. Esp fireplace. The hot tub and pool area was okay but water was chilly and there were several teens present with minimal supervision

Reviewed on Mar 19, 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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