Francis Malbone House – A Favorite for Families in Newport
About the Hotel
Historic Thames Street Location
Francis Malbone House sits on Thames Street in Newport, Rhode Island, within walking distance of Newport Marina, the International Tennis Hall of Fame, and restaurants like Tony's Pizza. The property is 1.5 km from Old Colony Newport and 45 km from T.F. Green Airport.
Rooms with Period Charm
Rooms feature queen or king beds, seasonal gas fireplaces, flat-screen TVs, refrigerators, and private bathrooms with showers or tubs. Some rooms include French doors opening to the courtyard, four-poster beds, or limited harbor views. The Counting House Suite offers a king canopy bed, corner Jacuzzi, and separate marble shower.
Daily Breakfast and Tea
A gourmet breakfast is served from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM in the dining room, with options like croissants, muffins, fruit parfaits, and main courses with bacon or sausage. Afternoon tea includes cookies, brownies, grilled pizza, and cheese, available from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
Meetings and Newport Exploration
The hotel has six meeting rooms, two fireplaced parlors, a library, and a dining room for up to 20 guests. Nearby attractions include the Cliff Walk, Ocean Drive, Breakers Mansion, Rosecliff, and Fort Adams State Park, all within a 10-minute drive.
Historic Features and Services
Common areas feature Queen Anne style furnishings, oriental rugs, and antique prints. Services include complimentary Wi-Fi, charging stations, and off-street parking. The property is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and offers ADA-compliant accessibility features.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- Concierge desk
- No pets allowed
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Allergy-free rooms
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Tennis court
- Fishing
Guest Parking
- Shared kitchen
Services
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Board games
Spa & Leisure
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Garden furniture
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Shared kitchen
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor