Francis Malbone House Inn

Circa 1760. Newport, during the 18th century, was one of the busiest harbors in the Colonies. A shipping merchant, Colonel Francis Malbone, built the historic portion of this home, which includes nine of our 18 guest rooms. The newer addition was completed in 1996. The Francis Malbone House is also a proud recipient of the 1997 5 Star Diamond Award. The only inn in Newport to have this recognition. Fine furnishings fill the rooms, most of which offer a fireplace. Twelve rooms include a Jacuzzi tub. Our location, on the harborfront, is another wonderful feature. The breakfasts, heralded by Bon Appetit, include entrees such as pecan waffles with maple whipped cream or eggs Benedict with a roasted red pepper hollandaise. Guests are sure to be busy exploring Newport with its abundance of historic sites and spectacular mansions.

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Location

  • Location is best described as:
    • Harborfront
    • City
    • Downtown
    • Oceanside
  • Nearest major city: Providence, RI (35 miles South)
  • Directions to property:
    DIRECTIONS TO NEWPORT
    FROM T.F. GREEN AIRPORT - follow signs to Rte 95S to exit 9 9Rte 4S - left hand exit. Follow Rte 4S to end and merge onto Rte 1S. Take Rte 138E and proceed over the Jamestown and Newport Bridges. Take Scenic Newport Exit to reach downtown Newport.
    FROM PROVIDENCE - follow Rte. 195E to Rte. 24S via the Sakonnet River Bridge to Rte. 138S (East Main Road) into Newport.
    FROM BOSTON - follow Rte 128S to Rte 24S via the Sakonnet River Bridge to Rte. 138S into Newport.
    FROM NEW YORK - follow Interstate 95N to Rte 138E and follow blue signs to the Newport Bridge into Newport. (Scenic Newport Exit).
    DIRECTIONS TO THE FRANCIS MALBONE HOUSE
    VIA RTE. 138 SOUTH
    Continue on Rte. 138S until you reach Bank of America (on your right). Take a left on Rte. 138A south toward Newport Beaches. At second set of lights, bear left and continue on past the beaches and up the hill. At the fourth set of lights (bottom of hill), turn left onto Thames Street. The Francis Malbone House (#392) is 3 blocks down on the left. To reach guest parking area, turn left onto Brewer Street (the third left off Thames Street) into the first driveway on the right.
    VIA THE NEWPORT BRIDGE
    Take a right onto America's Cup Avenue at second set of lights. Follow to sixth set of lights and turn right onto lower Thames Street at the Perry Mill Market/Newport Bay Club. The Francis Malbone House (#392) is 3 blocks down on the left. To reach guest parking area, turn left onto Brewer Street (the third left off Thames Street) into the first driveway on the right.
  • Directions from airport:
    T.F. Green Airport in Providence/Warwick

Room Rates (USD American Dollars)

All occupancy rates are subject to change
  • State and local taxes may apply
  • Accommodations: Guestrooms and Suites
  • There are 20 guest accommodations (20 with private baths)
  • Single occupancy rate is between $ 165.00 and $ 525.00
  • Double occupancy rate is between $ 165.00 and $ 525.00
  • The rate for each additional person is $ 50.00

Amenities

In Room
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Bath robes
  • CD player
  • Data port
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Hairdryer
  • Hot tub/whirlpool tub
  • Internet Service
  • Ironing Board
  • Radio
  • Satellite/Cable TV
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Turndown Service
  • VCR
  • Wet bar
  • On Site
  • Board games
  • Computer
  • Conference Rooms
  • Copier
  • Fax Machine
  • Library
  • Secretarial services
  • Videos
  • Washer/dryer
  • Other Amenitites
  • Caring
  • Off-Street parking
  • Located in the "Heart of Newport"
  • informative innkeepers
  • Meals

    • A Full Gourmet breakfast is included with room rate
    • Breakfast is served from: 8:30am to 10:00am
    • Breakfast is served in the Outside on our garden terrace, Breakfast/dining area
    • Additional food services included in room rate: Homemade Snacks, Afternoon tea, Fruit
    • Special meals available: Low Fat, Restricted, Vegetarian

    Policies

    • Minimum stay required (3 nights on weekends, June-October. 2 nights on weekends, 11/15 - 4/15)
    • Smoking is allowed in limited areas (Outside in the Courtyard)
    • We cannot accommodate guest pets
    • Limitations on children staying (We welcome children over twelve years of age.)
    • No childcare is provided
    • Consumption of alcohol is permitted (Beer & Wine is available in our honor bar)
    • Deposit amount required (Full Night for single night reservations, 50% deposit for multi-night reservaitons.)
    • Check in time is 2:00pm - 9:00pm and Check out time is 11:00am
    • Cancellations:
      If reservation is canceled 14 days prior to arrival we return deposit less a 10% cancel fee. If a reservation is canceled within 14 days of arrival, guest we would deposit, less a 10% cancel fee, ONLY if we are able to re-rent the room.

    Innkeepers

    • Innkeeper(s): Will Dewey & Anne Maria Howard-Duprey
    • The innkeepers speak: English

    Area Attractions

    Antique Shopping, Aquarium, Beach, Casino, Historical interests, Museum, Nature area, Newport JVC Jazz Festival, Ben & Jerry's Folk Festival, Newport Music Festival, Newport Winter Festival, Regatta's, Newports Annual International Boat Show, Picnic area, Religious Services, Ski area, Winery, Zoo

    Onsite or Nearby Activities

    Bicycle riding trails, Billiards, Canoeing, Fishing, Golfing, Horseback riding, Kayaking, Tennis Hall of Fame, Newport Art Museum, Tour Historic Mansions, History of Newport Museum, Sailing, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Swimming, Swimming pool, Tennis courts

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    Contact Information


    Francis Malbone House Inn Bed and Breakfast
    Francis Malbone House Inn
    392 Thames Street
    Newport RI 02840-6604
    USA
    Phone: +1-401-846-0392
    Fax: +1-401-848-5956
    Toll-free: +1-800-846-0392
    Innkeeper(s)
    Will Dewey & Anne Maria Howard-Duprey
    Rates:
    $165 - $525
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    A sensitively designed addition in 1996 allowed us to expand to eighteen luxurious guestrooms.Newports only Five Star Diamond Award-Winning Inn
    "In a town of great B&B's the best is the Francis Malbone House" - Glamour MagazineLocated in our original mansion. These rooms offer queen size beds, private baths, A/C, telephones and working fireplaces.
    Our Courtyard Suite features a king size bed, private bath with jacuzzi, fireplace, wet bar, T.V., A/C, telephone with data port and french door leading to a semi-private courtyard.Our Courtyard rooms combine 20th Century amenities with 18th century charm.
    Our new fireplace dinning room is where you are served our bountiful gourmet breakfast each morning.A wonderful setting to enjoy breakfast or relax in the afternoon. Our manicured gardens offer both shady and sunny places for you to enjoy.
    "The Francis Malborne House is definitely one of the best places to stay in Newport" - Frommers3rd floor Harborside Room: Faces the Newport Harbor, one of two rooms which have two beds (1 queen & 1 twin bed).
    "In a city where bed & breakfasts set National standards, The Fancis Malborne House is outstanding." - Gourmet MagazineThe Courtyard room captures the essance of relaxtion with a courtyard view.
    Our library is the perfect setting to enjoy a board game or just curl up with a good book in fron of our wood burning fireplace."The ambiance is a blend of innkeeper exuberance, period decor and enough common rooms to indulge guests in their onw mode of relaxation" - Country Inns Magazine

    Features

    Property Noted For:
    • Award winning
    • Harborfront
    • Antiques/decor
    • Gourmet food
    • Group events
    • Honeymoons
    • Luxury
    • Peaceful getaway
    • Romantic escape

    Type:
    • Historic Inn

    Details:
    • Architectural style is Federal
    • Built in 1760
    • Opened for business in 1989
    • Restored / Remodeled in 1990
    • Listed on the National Register of Historic Places
    • Access for the disabled
    • Parking available