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Wellington Resort

2.5 star property

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Property grounds
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Sundeck
View from room
Front of property

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
$192
$170 nightly
$192 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026

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

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(63 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Total with taxes and fees
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About the neighborhood

Newport

With a stay at Wellington Resort in Newport (Downtown Newport), you'll be steps from Thames Street and 11 minutes by foot from Newport Mansions. .This hotel is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from The Breakers and 18 mi (28.9 km) from University of Rhode Island.

What's nearby

  • Thames Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Newport Harbour - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Newport Mansions - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • International Tennis Hall of Fame and Museum - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Bowen's Wharf - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Newport Ferry Station - 18 min walk
  • Newport, RI (NPT-Newport State) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wally’s Weiners - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪O'Brien's Pub - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Reef - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Protective Club - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Beaucoup Cafe - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Wellington Resort

Hotel with free parking, steps from Thames Street
Wellington Resort offers 51 air-conditioned accommodations with fireplaces and all-in-one washer/dryers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Accommodations offer separate dining areas. 43-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels and DVD players. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

An indoor pool, a children's pool, and a seasonal outdoor pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.
Make yourself at home in one of the 51 air-conditioned rooms featuring fireplaces and Smart televisions. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Wired and wireless internet access is complimentary, while DVD players and cable programming provide entertainment. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take advantage of recreational opportunities offered, including an indoor pool, a fitness center, and a seasonal outdoor pool. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, a fireplace in the lobby, and a vending machine.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a business center, and express check-in. Free self parking is available onsite.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • All-in-one washer/dryer
  • Children's pool
  • DVD player
  • Indoor pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with cable channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Separate dining area
  • Wet bar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • All-in-one washer/dryer
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laundry detergent
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 125
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (8:00 AM - 10:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (8:00 AM - 10:00 PM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 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

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Destination fee: USD 1.5 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Late check-out fee: USD 125 (subject to availability)

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, 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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
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
Masks are required at the property for guests without COVID-19 vaccination

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from May to October
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Property is also known as

Wellington Resort Hotel
Wellington Resort Newport
Wellington Resort Hotel Newport

Reviews

Wellington Resort Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 238 out of 301 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 54 out of 301 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 301 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 301 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 301 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Wirt, Anacortes

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice area, plenty of good food, shopping, activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marija

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, spacious suite, bay and pool view.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great family facility and the beds are comfortable and the rooms are HUGE! Very spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Khemraj, South Richmond Hill

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This resort is a hidden secret compared to all the brand name hotels around the area like Marriott. This was well worth it, and we loved the spacious suite the resort is close to everything walking distance to thames Street just a stone throw away !!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great location and very clean!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Samantha

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It could benefit from some updating, but it was clean and conveniently located.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The unit was very nice and surprising how large it was.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel. Views are amazing. Staff was very friendly and accommodating. Location was close to shopping. The apartments were large and well arranged.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location and layout/space.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Front desk was terrific. Great service! Furniture getting old but location is fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Spacious accommodations, but supplies in room are sparse . Extra TP , Kleenex and garbage bags would be nice, Staff was cordial and helpful , rooms clean and views were wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mahmoud

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

mary-sue

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It has all you need but feel it needs updating!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTINE

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

sian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay! The unit was very large and quiet, overlooking the water. Beautiful grounds, large pools, both indoor and out door, close to everything. Comfortable beds and well equipped kitchen and bathrooms. Parking was easy and we could walk everywhere. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was spacious, great views.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always a great stay, staff is excellent
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025