HYDRANGEA HOUSE INN, Newport

Hydrangea House Inn - AAA Four Diamond boutique inn on historic Bellevue Avenue with mansion views and gourmet breakfast

Located in Newport's Old Quarter, this 3.5-star Newport hotel occupies a prime position on historic Bellevue Avenue, where the Vanderbilt, Astor, and Duke dynasties once resided. Hydrangea House Inn features 10 individually decorated rooms and suites, each equipped with a fireplace, flat-screen TV, and bathrobes. The luxury suites include two-person spa tubs, glass-enclosed marble showers with steam baths, and semi-private sun terraces. A bountiful gourmet breakfast is served daily in the formal dining room, adorned with four-foot candelabras and crystal chandeliers. The property offers afternoon wine and cheese service in the drawing room or on expansive porches. Complimentary Wi-Fi and concierge services are available throughout. An on-site private parking lot provides convenience for guests. The Hydrangea House positions visitors 984.3 ft from Touro Synagogue, 1640.4 ft from the International Tennis Hall of Fame, and an 8-minute walk to the harbor front's restaurants and shops.

Pros

Daily gourmet breakfast exceeds standard continental offerings

Located within walking distance of Newport Mansions and Cliff Walk

Private parking lot included in stay

On-site afternoon wine and cheese service

Triple sheeting and plush robes in all accommodations

Cons

Three-night minimum stay requirement from May through October

Maximum occupancy restrictions: only two guests allowed in standard rooms