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Francis Malbone House Inn

4.0 star property

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Interior entrance
Point of interest
Terrace/patio
Reception
City view from property

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry room

Explore the area

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

Room options

King Newport

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

King Counting House Suite

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

King Courtyard Suite

  • Garden view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Queen Courtyard

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

Queen Gardenside

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

King Harborside

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

Harborside Double

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

About the area

Newport

At Francis Malbone House Inn you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of International Tennis Hall of Fame and Museum and Touro Synagogue. Highlights at this B&B include in-room free WiFi, free high-speed Internet and fireplaces. .This smoke-free bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a garden. Other amenities include laundry facilities, free newspapers in the lobby and a fireplace in the lobby. Free full breakfast is available daily between 8:30 AM and 10 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 4-property class Downtown Newport B&B include Newport Mansions and Cliff Walk.

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

  • ‪The Nitro Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Mooring Seafood Kitchen & Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪O'Brien's Pub - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Wally’s Weiners - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Midtown Oyster Bar - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Francis Malbone House Inn

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.

  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1760
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Francis Malbone House Inn offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations with fireplaces and free newspapers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and an iron/ironing board. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include in-room massages.

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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 8:30 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
  • 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 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
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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

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 6.0

We've listed 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

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
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Francis Malbone House Hotel Newport
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Francis Malbone House Inn?

Francis Malbone House Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Francis Malbone House Inn?

Yep, Francis Malbone House Inn has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Francis Malbone House Inn?

The closest beach to Francis Malbone House Inn is Narragansett Beach (12.9 km).

Does Francis Malbone House Inn serve breakfast?

Yep, travelers love the free full brekkie here! Available daily between 8:30 AM and 10 AM, this is the perfect spot to fuel up for a day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Francis Malbone House Inn?

No, Francis Malbone House Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Francis Malbone House Inn?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Francis Malbone House Inn?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Francis Malbone House Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 277 out of 300 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 300 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 300 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 300 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 300 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast fresh and delicious. Scince it is winter a cozy woodfire was blazing, kerping the room nice and toasty
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Camille, Lyman

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Ryan

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Business traveller
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

10/10 Excellent

Carole

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Francis Malbone House in Newport. Every encounter with the staff was pleasant and we felt welcomed immediately. I’m not sure which was my favorite but we loved both daily tea time and the over the top fabulous breakfasts. I loved the history of the House and how it fit into the history of Newport. We loved how the house was warmly decorated for Christmas. I would love to make a stay here an annual event.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Travelled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The inn is very charming and well kept. The staff are friendly, welcoming, and always checking on guests' comfort. The afternoon tea and goodies left out for guests is such a nice touch in the afternoon. Plenty of sitting space with fireplaces, books, games, glasses of wine. We loved walking out the front door to find ourselves on Thames street with boutiques and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

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

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Travelled with partner
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

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

10/10 Excellent

Jodi

Travelled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

Erick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast and tea times were wonderful. Free parking around back was a huge convenience. It's in a very walkable area. Staff was super friendly. Lovely center courtyard and sitting rooms. Lots of fireplaces in use and available in our bedroom too. Beautifully maintained inn. We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

sachiko, astoria

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

10/10 Excellent

Cal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Terrific experience! Great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Igor, Brooklyn

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An excellent Inn conveniently located close to the seafront in Newport. The hosts were friendly and very helpful, the rooms were of a good size and exceptionally clean. The breakfast had a lot of variety with healthy options. It also had parking which is at a premium in Newport. It was so good we stayed a second night.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lizabeth, Glastonbury

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Just terrific in every aspect. You won’t be disappointed.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonya

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay! The staff are so nice and accommodating! Toby made check-in so easy and was so informative of the property and amenities. Afternoon tea was really nice and breakfast was excellent with great hot options and buffet. Sue was so lovely. We enjoyed sitting outside in the general courtyard and our own with our room The Inn is right on Thames street and close to shopping and dining. It’s a nice oasis and reprieve from the busyness of the street. We would highly recommend and would stay again!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lanaye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved our stay! Bed was comfy, breakfast and company was great! Gertrude was fun and inviting. Common rooms were beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aris

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
40 years ago, someone told me this was the best place to stay in Newport. I finally got here. It is a1700s house, well preserved and reflective of the period. There is a newer wing, but we stayed in the original house. Great atmosphere. We were served wonderful breakfasts, and delicious afternoon tea, all included in the roommate. For a unique experience, try it.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

M.

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

8/10 Good

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the old charm, however our room floor was sloped by a significant degree making the bed slope.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025