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28 Fair Street, Newport, Rhode Island, United States, 02840

Fair Street Guest House - Bed and breakfast near St Mary's Church and Newport Harbor

Located in downtown Newport's historic waterfront, Fair Street Guest House is 1 block from Classic Cruises of Newport and a 9-minute walk from the Museum of Newport History. The property is listed on the National Historic Register and features original wood floors, fireplaces, and moldings in the parlor and dining rooms. Guests have access to two sun porches, a deck, and outdoor garden seating. Complimentary parking and a cooked-to-order breakfast with eggs, seasonal fruits, and pancakes or French toast are included. The innkeepers maintain extensive gardens with ponds, a favorite among guests and visitors to St Mary's Church.

Additional perks of the hotel

Complimentary wireless Internet access

Barbecue grills available for guest use

Ironing facilities and hairdryers provided

Flexible check-in and check-out times when possible

Smoke-free and pet-free property (smoking allowed in outdoor areas)

Private kitchenette available

Rooms

The bright rooms at Fair Street Guest House include cable TV, a seating area, and air conditioning. Each bedroom is private with an en-suite bathroom. Some units feature additional seating areas. Original architectural details, such as twelve-foot ceilings, are preserved throughout the property.

Other conveniences

Free WiFi in all rooms

Rollaway/extra beds available upon request

Garden furniture for outdoor relaxation

Views of St Mary's Church, Newport Harbor, or Trinity Church from select rooms

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Queen Room Private Bathroom

Max:

2 persons

2155 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Heating

Bathtub

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Transportation Tips

Transportation Options

City Centre

Newport2300 ft

Airports

T.F. Green (PVD) 27.1 mi

New Bedford Regional (EWB) 30.8 mi

Train

Old Colony Newport Railway4000 ft

Bus

Bus stop400 ft

Amenities

Thoughtful hotel amenities for a comfortable stay

Free Wi-Fi

Free parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

General

Non-smoking rooms
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
No pets allowed

Spa & Leisure

Sun terrace
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Garden furniture
Ironing facilities

Hotel Location

28 Fair Street, Newport, Rhode Island, United States, 02840

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28 Fair Street, Newport, Rhode Island, United States, 02840

City landmarks

Historic Site

The Breakers

1.3 mi

Landmark

The Elms

2800 ft

Synagogue

Touro Synagogue

3000 ft

Church

Trinity Church

3000 ft

Landmark

International Tennis Hall of Fame

2800 ft

Landmark

Kingscote

2800 ft

Landmark

Samuel Whitehorne House

2800 ft

Church

St Mary s Catholic Church

2800 ft

Museum

Museum of Newport History

3700 ft

Museum

Newport Museum of Art

3000 ft

Landmark

Thames Street

2800 ft

Landmark

Rosecliff

1.4 mi

Landmark

Old Colony House

3000 ft

Landmark

Cardines Field

3700 ft

Landmark

Bowen's Wharf

3700 ft

Landmark

Bannister's Wharf

3700 ft

Museum

Audrain Auto Museum

2800 ft

Landmark

Chateau-sur-Mer

1.1 mi

Beach

King Park

2700 ft

Landmark

Chepstow

3900 ft

Landmark

Marble House

1.6 mi

Museum

National Museum of American Illustration

1.1 mi

Landmark

Hunter House

3700 ft

Beach

Easton's Beach

1.4 mi

Park

Fort Adams State Park

3.4 mi

Nearby

Library

Redwood Library and Athenaeum

1800 ft

Thames Street

Queen Anne Square

1200 ft

Gallery

Blink Gallery

1600 ft

Touro Park

The Old Stone Mill

1100 ft

Park

Touro Park

3000 ft

Restaurants

Franklin Spa

500 ft

229 Spring St

Sticks & Cones

600 ft

8 Fair St Unit 4

Del's Frozen Lemonade

400 ft

343 Thames St

Roasted and Brewed

400 ft

337 Thames St

Archetype Pizza Company

500 ft

372 Thames St

Cold Fusion Gelato

800 ft

389 Thames St

Inpopnito Popcorn in Disguise

800 ft

387 Thames St

One Pelham East

1300 ft

270 Thames Street

Sprinkles Ice Cream

1500 ft

9 Bowens Wharf

Ben & Jerry's

1600 ft

33 Bannisters Wharf

Coffee Grinder

1600 ft

33 Bannisters Wharf

Guest Reviews & Ratings

What Guests Are Saying?

Joel

United States, December 2023

9.2/10

The guest house is a gem located in downtown Newport, offering spacious and extremely clean rooms, thanks to the friendly co-owners Wayne and Denise. The breakfast is delightful, with a variety of options including eggs, waffles, pancakes, and bacon. The location is perfect, within walking distance to top restaurants and the harbor, making it a highly recommended choice for a stay in Newport.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms are clean, spacious, and feature a comfortable bed. Each room comes with a window air conditioner and a ceiling fan.

Service

9.0

Wayne and Denise are incredibly helpful, providing restaurant recommendations and must-see sites on a map. The service is warm, welcoming, and friendly.

Location

10.0

The location is ideal, close to the best restaurants, bars, and the pier for easy access to attractions like Fort Adams. Everything is within walking distance, making it convenient for exploring Newport.

Dining

9.0

The breakfast is delicious, with fresh fruit, good coffee, and varying options each morning. The dining experience at this guest house is exceptional.

Facilities

9.0

The guest house offers excellent facilities, ensuring a pleasant and comfortable stay.

Julius

United States, November 2023

8.4/10

I had a pleasant stay at this hotel. The room was spacious and clean, though there was a slight musty scent. The service was accommodating and kind, and the location was excellent for exploring Newport's attractions. The dining experience by hosts Denise and Wayne was delicious and convenient.

Rooms

8.0

The room was bigger than expected and very comfortable, though it had a bit of a musty scent.

Service

9.0

The staff was very helpful and kind, making the stay enjoyable.

Location

9.0

The hotel is perfectly situated in the downtown area, close to shops, restaurants, and bars.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience by hosts Denise and Wayne was delicious and made from locally sourced ingredients.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were well-maintained and provided a comfortable stay.

United States, June 2023

9.2/10

My stay at this hotel was absolutely wonderful! The rooms were clean and comfortable, and the location couldn't have been better, right in the heart of downtown near shopping, wharfs, and restaurants. The full breakfast was delicious, and the co-owners Wayne and Denise were incredibly helpful with local recommendations and sightseeing tips. I will definitely be returning and highly recommend this place.

Rooms

9.0

The room we had was absolutely beautiful with a queen-size bed and a private bath. Everything was clean and plenty spacious.

Service

9.0

The service was top-notch, very friendly, and always eager to please. The staff were knowledgeable about the local area and always had a smile and a friendly word.

Location

10.0

The location was excellent, right behind the Red Parrot and super convenient to everything Newport has to offer. It's minutes away from Main Street and the harbor, making it a perfect spot.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was fantastic with cooked-to-order options like eggs, bacon, and pancakes. The blueberry pancakes were particularly fabulous.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were great, with onsite parking available. The charming dining rooms and front porch were perfect spots to enjoy a meal.