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Francis Malbone House Inn

4.0 star property

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services

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392 Thames St, Newport, RI, 02840
  • Place, Thames Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Newport Harbour
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Newport Mansions
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Providence, RI (PVD-T.F. Green)
    ‪40 min drive‬

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King Newport

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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King Counting House Suite

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

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King Courtyard Suite

King Courtyard Suite

  • Garden view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Queen Courtyard

Queen Courtyard

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Queen Gardenside

Queen Gardenside

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

King Harborside

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Harborside Double

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Francis Malbone House Inn

Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free bed & breakfast has a bar/lounge and a coffee shop/cafe. Free full breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, concierge services, laundry facilities, and free newspapers are onsite.
Francis Malbone House Inn offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary newspapers and complimentary bottled water. 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 irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include in-room massages.

The free breakfast at Francis Malbone House Inn gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Newport Harbour. You'll find features like free WiFi in public areas and free self parking, plus a restaurant.
  • Free full breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi and wired Internet
  • Free self parking
  • Drinking and dining options include a coffee shop, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge
  • Amenities include free lobby newspapers, a front-desk safe, and meeting rooms
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the breakfast
  • Within a 15-minute walk of International Tennis Hall of Fame and Museum and Touro Synagogue
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet.

Francis Malbone House Inn also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and concierge services. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Newport bed & breakfast is smoke free.

Guests are served free full breakfast daily from 8:00 AM to 10 AM.
Flora Restaurant - Onsite fine-dining restaurant. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required.
Studio Bar - Onsite lobby lounge. Open daily.
Gardiner House Provisions - Onsite coffee shop. Open daily.

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 self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Flora Restaurant
  • Gardiner House Provisions
  • Studio Bar

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

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1760
  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

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
  • 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: 9:00 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 - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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 at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 250 per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 6

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM.
Guests arriving after 9:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the bed & breakfast before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children 17 years old and younger aren't allowed 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
Francis Malbone House Newport
Francis Malbone House
Francis Malbone House Hotel Newport
Francis Malbone House Newport
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. 299 out of 325 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 325 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 325 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 325 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 325 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay with friendly people!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anton

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff, nice breakfast set-up, very convenient locations close to the restaurants and center of the town.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Einar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding experience. Lovely staff. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Filipe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing. Food for breakfast and tea time was delicious. Bed was very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay.. will return!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The location, staff, breakfast and overall charm were exceptional! Great place to stay in Newport
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Staff, rooms , breakfast were lovely. Can’t beat the location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

STEPHEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
the staff was very friendly and helpful. rooms were more than we expected, and the tea in the afternoon, and breakfast was tops
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was as expected, clean and well appointed. The bed was really comfortable. The staff was friendly. Tea was an unexpected surprise and breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A truly charming inn with exceptional service and attentive staff. Afternoon tea was a lovely touch, and the thoughtful details throughout the room were appreciated.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
staff was excellent, property was well placed n parking was good
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room and shared spaces. Friendly staff, lovely breakfast. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great service, hospitable and charming. Good breakfast from 8:00-10:00.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Such a fantastic place. Everything was immaculate and the staff was so accommodating and nice. I truly can’t say anything bad.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sachiko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Supper friendly staffs and great snacks
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were very impressed with the staff. Everyone was extremely helpful and made us feel like special guests! Also, the breakfast was yummy!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic breakfast every morning thanks to Sue in the dining room. From check in to check out, service was incredibly attentive. We can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is wonderful breakfast was fantastic. Rooms are warm and inviting with cozy fireplace sitting rooms. Classic Newport.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martha

A charming and peaceful Inn in the center of the hustle & bustle of Newport.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

OKSOON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There were a small inconvenience: no TV connection (new one installed) and climbing up to 3rd Fl as an elderly couple.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caylene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff who make you feel at home and great breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a wonderful experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Inn was wonderful! We were tickled by the 4:00 tea time spread. Plus, they made sure to have several Gluten Free options s that were all delicious.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maximilian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, great location. Definitely will go back.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Incredible location, food prepared for breakfast and the afternoon were phenomenal and the garden area was lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025