Francis Malbone House Inn

4.0 star property

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City view from property
Terrace/patio
Queen Courtyard 5 | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated
Fireplace
Point of interest

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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392 Thames St, Newport, RI, 02840
  • Newport Mansions
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Cliff Walk
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • The Breakers
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Providence, RI (PVD-T.F. Green)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Room options

King Harborside 6

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

King Courtyard 3

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Queen Harborside 7

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

King Newport 8

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

King Newport 9

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

King Newport 7

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

King Courtyard Suite

  • 28 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 Newport 6

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

Queen Gardenside 1

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

Queen Gardenside 4

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Queen Gardenside 5

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

Queen Gardenside 8

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

King Courtyard 4

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Queen Courtyard 5

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

King Harborside 2

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

King Courtyard 2

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

King Harborside 3

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Francis Malbone House Inn

Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, a quick walk to International Tennis Hall of Fame and Museum
Concierge services, laundry facilities and free newspapers are available at this smoke-free bed & breakfast. Free full breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, tour/ticket assistance, a garden and a fireplace at reception are on-site.
Francis Malbone House Inn offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations with free newspapers and complimentary bottles of water. 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, 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 an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include in-room massages. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in November 2019.

The free breakfast at Francis Malbone House Inn gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Thames Street. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus meeting rooms.
  • Free full breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi and wired Internet
  • Free self-parking
  • Amenities include free newspapers in reception, a front desk safe and meeting rooms
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the breakfast
  • Within a 15-minute walk of International Tennis Hall of Fame and Museum and Touro Synagogue
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.

Guests are served a free full breakfast daily from 8:30 AM to 10 AM.

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 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
  • Renovated guestrooms - November 2019
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • 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
  • 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

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 at the property

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM.
Guests arriving after 9:30 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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
Francis Malbone House Newport
Francis Malbone House
Francis Malbone House Hotel Newport
Francis Malbone House Newport
Francis Malbone House Inn Newport
Francis Malbone House Inn Bed & breakfast
Francis Malbone House Inn Bed & breakfast Newport

Francis Malbone House Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 236 out of 254 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 254 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 254 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 254 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 254 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

naomi

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
An absolutely lovely experience from top to bottom. Lovely staff and and setting.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a lovely visit! It was my second time, my daughter’s 1st and we loved every second of our time. The proximity to the mansions in Newport was a fantastic bonus!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

monique

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fernando L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Relaxing, cozy, historic. Very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mona

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caylene

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff who make you feel at home and great breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meredith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff! We enjoyed our stay. The breakfasts were excellent! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful property in the best traditions of historic New England B&Bs but stands out due to the fantastic welcome and friendliness of the team. The excellent daily afternoon tea - in reality an irresistible selection of sweet and savoury snacks - is a very welcome bonus. Would not hesitate to recommend the Francis Malbone House.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Merl, Old Greenwich

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful inn with afternoon tea and a bountiful breakfast. The staff is fantastic!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Misti

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay so much! Great location for walking to almost everything, super clean, wonderful staff, fantastic breakfast and outstanding tea every afternoon. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our third stay in seven months should say it all 🙂🙃
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rangan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old charming hotel. Super friendly and helpful staff. Both breakfast and high tea were not to be missed. Please the location is very central
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joann

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel with lovely staff. They greeted us promptly and gave a tour. Place is clean and breakfast was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rudolph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff is terrific! This is a beautiful old inn located in the heart of Newport.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024