The Brenton Hotel

3.5 star property

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A marina with multiple boats docked, a clear sky, and a bridge in the background.
Library
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central column, and a glass railing overlooking a lower level.
Smart TV
A modern lounge area with a sofa set, a round coffee table, and a bar with a variety of bottles.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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31 America's Cup Avenue, Newport, RI, 02840
  • Place, Newport Harbour
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Thames Street
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Bowen's Wharf
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Providence, RI (PVD-T.F. Green)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed, Marina View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • Harbor view
  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, City View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(49 reviews)
  • City view
  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Marina View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • Harbor view
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)
  • City view
  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Corner, Marina View

  • Harbor view
  • 474 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Marina View, Accessible

  • City view
  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Accessible)

  • City view
  • 1195 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

Penthouse, 1 King Bed, City View, Corner

  • City view
  • 452 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Penthouse, 2 Bedroom Suite

  • City view
  • 1194 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • Harbor view
  • 1194 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Marina View, Accessable

  • Harbor view
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Penthouse, 1 King Bed, City View

  • City view
  • 450 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, City View, Corner

  • City view
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Marina View

  • Harbor view
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Marina View, Corner

  • Harbor view
  • 419 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Newport

With a stay at The Brenton Hotel in Newport (Downtown Newport), you'll be steps from Newport Harbour and Thames Street. .This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Bowen's Wharf and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Newport Mansions.

What's nearby

  • Newport Harbour - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Thames Street - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Bowen's Wharf - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Touro Synagogue - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Bannister's Wharf - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Newport Ferry Station - 1 min walk
  • Newport, RI (NPT-Newport State) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brick Alley Pub & Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Fastnet Pub - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪22 Bowen's Wine Bar & Grille - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Perro Salado - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Brenton Hotel

The Brenton Hotel offers 57 accommodations with minibars (stocked with some free items) and espresso makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Smart televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes. In-room massages, hypo-allergenic bedding, and irons/ironing boards can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.
Make yourself at home in one of the 57 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring minibars (stocked with some free items) and Smart televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers, hair dryers, and toothbrushes and toothpaste. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Pamper yourself with onsite massages or enjoy recreation amenities such as bicycles to rent. Additional amenities at this hotel include concierge services, wedding services, and a fireplace in the lobby.
Grab a bite to eat at one of the hotel's many dining establishments, which include 2 restaurants and a coffee shop/cafe. Relax with a refreshing drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Self-serve breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Self-serve breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
The Brenton Hotel has 2 restaurants on site.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Self parking on site (USD 40 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking on site (USD 40 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily self-serve breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 12 to 40 for adults and USD 12 to 40 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room crib

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center

Outdoors

  • Garden

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Rooftop garden
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Free minibar (limited items)

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 40 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls and pet-sitting services are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for self-serve breakfast: approximately USD 12 to 40 for adults, and USD 12 to 40 for children
  • Self parking fee: USD 40 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 40 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 40 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
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

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

Property is also known as

The Brenton Hotel Hotel
The Brenton Hotel Newport
The Brenton Hotel Hotel Newport

The Brenton Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 541 out of 595 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 38 out of 595 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 595 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 595 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 595 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay, the staff are amazing, the room was very clean and spacious and the hotel amenities are excellent. Great location too!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Austin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property, amazing rooms, amazing service - major plus that a place of this quality allows dog as well
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My favorite place to stay in Newport!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kendra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at the hotel was phenomenal!! Every single staff member went out of their way to ensure we and our dogs had a great weekend. The lobby lounge was beautiful and relaxing with great food, drinks and service!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Véronique

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are clean and spacious Staff is very friendly and professionnal
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Pat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location, walkable to most restaurants in the area. Maurice, the bartender was especially friendly and an excellent mixologist!
Room overlooking the Harbor
The bar
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a wonderful stay here! Room was spectacular with cleanliness and all the amenities, especially the nighttime snack! Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great Hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Chi Kyu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, nice staff, shops nearby. Perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful, the room is spacious and clean we chose one with marina view, great location and food options were very nice when not dining out. Have stayed here a couple of times and will continue when in Newport.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nestor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfectly place spot to walk around town but not been dead center in it. I will definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
In room massages were wonderful!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Velma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Definitely a favorite of mine , will return. The staff was great the amenities, the room , food. This was such a relaxing two nights - the view of the water was such a nice touch
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, prefect location amazing staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel! Would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, excellent staff, nice living room lobby bar over looking the bay, unique rooms. Only complaint was the shower water temp was very temperamental
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Hilary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved it!!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terrific, newer hotel in the downtown Newport area. Beautiful lobby and spacious rooms with an easy walk tomeverything Newport has to offer. Rooms are large and the ones overlooking the harbor provide amazing sunset views. Staff was super friendly as well, especially the valets. Highly recommend the hotel winning in hotel when in Newport.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was fine at the hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey A.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One of the best in Newport. Have stayed there many times.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All around incredible hotel, cannot wait to return.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time in Newport and this hotel was perfect! Great location and everyone was very accommodating
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

FATIMA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What a beautiful comfortable room with a beautiful view, great location and amazing staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Amenities
Beautiful property. Clean and modern rooms. Management made you feel welcome. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025