GILDED, Newport

Gilded - A 17-room boutique Newport hotel with a rooftop bar and Gilded Age-inspired design

Located in the Top of the Hill neighborhood, this 3-star Newport hotel mixes rococo and beaux art designs with bold colors and gold accents. The property features 17 rooms equipped with Apple TVs, premium bedding, and pre-programmed iPads for local exploration. A swanky billiards room, private courtyard, and small cafe provide common spaces for guest interaction. Gilded maintains original architectural elements including winding staircases, sloping ceilings, and historic window woodwork. Morning service includes home-cooked dishes with Dave's Famous Coffee. The property sits 0.5 miles from Trinity Church and Newport Museum of Art, with The Breakers mansion 1 mile away. Notable dining options within 0.5 miles include Top of Newport Bar + Kitchen, Pour Judgement, and Pasta Beach.

Pros

Weekend BYOB G and Tea gatherings in the private courtyard feature Gilded Age-inspired ingredients

Guests can participate in a hotel-organized Newport scavenger hunt through social media apps

Free parking available in the small on-site lot

Highest rooftop bar in Newport offers spectacular views

Cons

28 miles distance from T.F. Green Airport

Limited dining options within the hotel