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Jailhouse Inn

2.5 star property
City-center hotel, steps from Old Colony House

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In the heart of Bowen's Wharf, Jailhouse Inn offers a warm welcome with continental breakfast and in-room WiFi. Unwind with a newspaper, take advantage of free self parking and tour assistance from the 24-hour front desk. Guests rave about the helpful staff.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (5)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in the lobby
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
$149 nightly
The total price is $171
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 330 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 405 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 405 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 405 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 455 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Premier Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 455 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
13 Marlborough Street, Newport, RI, 02840

What's nearby

  • Thames Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Touro Synagogue - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Newport Harbour - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bowen's Wharf - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • International Tennis Hall of Fame and Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Newport, RI (NPT-Newport State) - 9 min drive
  • North Kingstown, RI (NCO-Quonset State) - 26 min drive
  • T.F. Green Airport (PVD) - 36 min drive
  • New Bedford, MA (EWB-New Bedford Regional) - 43 min drive
  • Westerly, RI (WST-Westerly State) - 52 min drive
  • Pawtucket, RI (SFZ-North Central State) - 52 min drive
  • Block Island, RI (BID-Block Island State) - 107 min drive
  • Newport Ferry Station - 5 min walk
  • Kingston Station - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brick Alley Pub & Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Corner Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Plank Bar at Newport Marriott - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Gas Lamp Grille - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Jailhouse Inn

Jailhouse Inn offers a fantastic location, putting you just a 5-minute walk from Old Colony House and Touro Synagogue. Guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, and free perks include WiFi, self parking, and continental breakfast daily. Also, Bowen's Wharf and Queen Anne Square are within just a 10-minute walk. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 23 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special 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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Free newspapers in lobby

Facilities

  • Built in 1772

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between November 15 and April 1.

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Frequently asked questions

Is Jailhouse Inn currently open?

The property is closed between November 15 and April 1.

Does Jailhouse Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Jailhouse Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Jailhouse Inn?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Jailhouse Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Jailhouse Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Jailhouse Inn and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like fishing and hiking.

What's the area around Jailhouse Inn like?

Jailhouse Inn is in Downtown Newport, a short 5-minute walk from Newport Ferry Station and 5 minutes' walk from Newport Harbour. Travelers say the local area is very walkable perfect for shopping.

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Reviews

Jailhouse Inn Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast offerings were delicious and varied with a wide choice of options. (30 reviews)
  • Parking was on site and easy to access, a rare find in downtown Newport. (6 reviews)
  • The property's location is convenient for restaurants and shopping, with friendly staff offering helpful dinner suggestions and directions. (3 reviews)
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8/10 Very good

Great stay for long weekend getaway.
Gina, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It was a very enjoyable stay and I would definitely stay again
Linda, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place!
L, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Spacious rooms, great breakfast, quiet throughout. Location is awesome right next to thames with shopping and restaurants nearby, the parking can't be undervalued either.
Jeffrey, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Very friendly and helpful staff. Great location
Bernard, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Cute hotel, friendly staff, good location.
BARBARA, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved the charm of the Inn. The staff was helpful and made us feel at home.
Nanette, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, staff and service was excellent
Chris, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Breakfast was continental style but with a really wide choice. Staff were lovely and hotel was really well located.
Sarah, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff was very welcoming and accommodating.
Diane, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice historical property close to everything with free parking and breakfast.
Eric, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel for the cost!
Axay, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The inn is located in a great neighborhood and very easy access to the water taxi
Elise, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location! Perfect stay!!!
Ellen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff was friendly. Room was clean. Continental breakfast was a pleasant surprise. Convenient location, easy walk to shopping, restaurants, wharf and bars.
Tracy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The best parts were location and the attentive staff!
Dariann, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Awesome stay!
James, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyed my night staying here. Easy walk to the downtown area.
Jessica, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

we enjoyed a few days here great location to walk to anything you wanted to see.
Lori, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff is incredible. Really clean. Great stay!
Peter, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Walking distance & historic with charm

Perfect location and amazing property very well maintained. Great people working there too
Gabriela, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great location
Pauline, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It was a fun and unique place to stay and they offered an excellent breakfast! The staff was incredibly helpful in planning my ferry excursion to Martha's Vineyard, too!
Cindy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very comfortable and staff was great. Good location.
Kevin, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Staff courteous and helpful. Clean well appointed accommodations. Walking distance to downtown wharfs and shopping/restaurants.
Debra, 3-night trip