Artful Lodger

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Scored 8.9
Rated fabulous

Experience world-class service at Artful Lodger

Situated on Newport Harbor, this guest accommodation is just a 4-minute walk from Elms Mansion. It boasts a fresh-made breakfast each morning and offers free Wi-Fi in all guest rooms. Every Artful Lodger room features individual décor and a private bathroom. A cable TV and a telephone are included. Guests will enjoy the Lodger Artful breakfast area where food is served by floor-to-ceiling windows with a view of the harbor. Bellevue Shopping Center and Salve Regina University are each within a 2-minute drive of the guest accommodation. Newport Naval Complex is 5 miles away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Breakfast info

Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, American, Breakfast to go

  • Free parking available on-site

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Guests who stayed here loved

Kevin
United States United States
“Heidi welcomed us with great energy and smiles. Her breakfast the next morning was delish. Room so nice with comfortable bed. Location perfect. Weather Devine.”
Michael
Australia Australia
“A bit different, but fantastic. Staff were great. Parking was easy. Close to everywhere. Breakfast was very good. The rooms were comfortable and quiet I'd stay here again in a heartbeat.”
Richard
Germany Germany
“Breakfasts were excellent and staff was friendly and helpful.”
Field
United States United States
“The location was a short 5 minute walk to downtown, the host was very communicative and accommodating, breakfast was good, and the room was not only neat and tidy, but very cute! Plus, there was free parking! A rarity this close to downtown!”
Imogen
United States United States
“Friendly owners, very cute breakfast conservatory, bath in the room and general cosy Inn.”
Frank
United States United States
“Breakfast was great the owner is fabulous she couldn't do enough for us and all the other guests too.its a must stay”
Michael
Australia Australia
“tastefully decorated. very attentive host (Heidi). Nice breakfast”
James
United States United States
“My stay was very comfortable. I opted for the Estella suite. It's nice sitting in the jacuzzi tub while looking at the gas fireplace. The tub is very large, enough room for two and I'm 6'3'. The bed was very comfortable. Heidi was great. She was...”
Mark
United States United States
“This place is a great little spot. The house is a cute, bed and breakfast style, throwback into nostalgia. Check in was a breeze. The room was comfortable. Bed and pillows were perfect. Jacuzzi tub next to a fireplace was perfect after a...”
Pierre
France France
“Son caractère. La maison est charmante, l’accueil chaleureux, le petit déjeuner à la carte dans une salle panoramique tout en haut de l’immeuble, l’emplacement à proximité des Mansions et du Cliff Walk, pas très loin du centre ville”

Managed by Heidi Soares our Innkeeper/Manager

Company review score: 9.3Based on 311 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Our Innkeeper/Manager Heidi Soares and our Chef Ron Smith are both native to our island. They are both committed to using their intimate knowledge of our town to insure a memorable stay for all of our guests.

Property information

The Artful Lodger Inn in Historic Newport Rhode Island was built circa 1850 one block from the Harbor, located in the Mansion District. It has been operating since 1992 after being meticulously restored by owners, Rory & Ric Ranucci. The Inn has ample off street parking and a Full breakfast is served in our Conservatory with stunning views of the Newport Harbor. The year 2017 marked the 25th anniversary of The Artful Lodger Inn and corresponded to the 205th anniversary of our “literary patron saint” Charles Dickens. The original owners (now retired) Rory&Ric Ranucci, both performing musicians, acquired the Inn in 1992, they embarked upon the project that continues to this day. Heidi Soares is our Innkeeper/Manager and Ron Smith is our Chef. They are eager to help our guests get the most of their time with us as they are planning their trip and after they arrive.

Neighbourhood information

Visit our You Tube Page for Drone Footage of the area LOCATED IN THE MANSION DISTRICT. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=22N4A2RRRZ4 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yhi51UwtPQQ Artful Lodger location is in the center of the downtown Newport Harbor Area, walkable to everything, Cliff Walk, Bellevue Are Mansions (The Elms is adjacent to the inn), Shops and Beaches.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

House rules

Artful Lodger takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 18:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note, only children that are 16 years of age or older can be accommodated at this property.

Please note, the property will contact you in advance of arrival with check-in and parking instructions.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Artful Lodger in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.