Reviews of Rhea's Inn by the Sea 3 stars
42 Aquidneck Avenue, Middletown, RI 02842, United States
#6 of 20 hotels in Middletown
Guests' ChoiceReview score
Based on 67 hotel reviews
9.0Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
9.5
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Comfort
9.3
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Location
9.2
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Facilities
9.2
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Staff
9.2
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Value for money
8.1
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Free WiFi
6.7
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Reviewed: 8 August 2025
Mary
United States1 review10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Queen Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
It was a perfect beach hotel. The manager/owner was so friendly and helpful. The room was cute and clean. Breakfast was very nice - so many offerings. I walked everywhere. It is very close to the beach, and close to the Cliff Walk. Many restaurants are nearby. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: 19 July 2025
Taryn
United States11 reviews1 helpful vote9.0“Great location, cozy and clean, friendly staff.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Queen Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
More of a suggestion than a dislike: I stayed in a first floor room facing the parking lot. A blackout curtain on the window in addition to the Roman shade would help with a feeling of privacy and to keep light out at night from the lot.
Very close to First Beach. No need to pay for parking or spend time in traffic, just walk over in fewer than 5 minutes.
Stayed in July 2025
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Reviewed: 29 June 2025
Rebecca
United States2 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • King Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Beautiful room, clean and close to our destination.
Super clean, comfy and easy check in!
Stayed in June 2025
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Reviewed: 14 October 2024
Kathleen
United States3 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • King Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
I loved everything!
The staff was very friendly and welcoming. The location is perfect, walking distance to first beach. Perfect for walking to the marathon. The room was clean, the shower pressure was strong which I love.
Stayed in October 2024
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Reviewed: 11 September 2024
Becky
United States8 reviews3 helpful votes10“Great little inn”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Queen Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Can't think of anything. Better than expected.
The inn was immaculate! Easy location near the beach and mansions. Large spacious bathroom, comfy bed, nice decor.
Stayed in September 2024
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Reviewed: 7 September 2024
Kenneally
United States34 reviews4 helpful votes9.0“Enjoyable stay”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • King Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
The only thing I didn't care for was the water pressure in the shower was really bad. Not that it was a big problem. It just took me a lot longer to rinse the conditioner out of my hair.
Very nice room. Nice breakfast choices. Very pleasant and helpful gentleman at the front desk. Everything in the Inn was very clean.
Stayed in September 2024
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Reviewed: 9 August 2024
Brittany
United States5 reviews10“Clean & comfortable rooms, great location & breakfast!”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • King Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Very clean and right near the beach and my fav seafood restaurant Flo’s.
Stayed in August 2024
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Reviewed: 8 August 2024
Yolanda
United States1 review9.0“We will definitely consider staying here again.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • King Room with Spa Bath
- • Stayed 4 nights
There was nothing not to like.
Me and my daughter were in town for 5 days for the Newport Jazz Festival. Rheas by the Sea is in a good location, near the beach and restaurants, and it's super clean and well appointed. Tony the owner was very nice, responsive and helpful - he graciously lugged our bags up three flights of stairs. The take and go breakfast items were a nice touch.
Stayed in August 2024
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Reviewed: 19 July 2024
Robert
United States6 reviews10“Would stay again and would recommend”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Queen Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Both breakfast and location were great
Stayed in July 2024
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Reviewed: 8 July 2024
Ronald
United States7 reviews3 helpful votes9.0“Rhea's is a great option for Newport area.”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • King Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Nothing it was great
Booked for a birthday and it was a great place to stay. Can't beat the location. Right in the heart of Middletown and right near the beach and a short walk to the Cliffwalk. Plenty of food options.
Stayed in June 2024
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Reviewed: 30 June 2024
Rebecca
United States42 reviews2 helpful votes9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Queen Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Parking was used by local restaurants annd business and that limited spaces but only during busy lunch hour.
Breakfast was basically quick pick up and go pastry , granola bars ,cereal, fruit bars, some fruit , coffee was fresh but a variety.
Stayed in June 2024
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Reviewed: 27 June 2024
Daly
United States1 review9.0“Clean comfortable, close to the beach and absolutely going to stay there again in the near future.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • King Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Honestly the only thing I can have to remotely complain about is the high price. That being said, I am aware that for what you get and where you are (referring to Rhea's Location) It's NOT an unreasonable price. Living in the age we are living in when everyone is trying to take what they can it would be great to have it a LITTLE cheaper but I'm sure they have their reasons.
Great location and beyond my expectations. The breakfast was terrific . Everything from Coffee and tea to Nutrigrain bars and fresh muffins/pastries. The entire experience was beyond what I expected.
Stayed in June 2024
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Reviewed: 24 June 2024
Jennifer
United States22 reviews1 helpful vote10“Enjoyed our stay! Looking forward to coming back again!”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • King Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Location Modern clean room 2pm check in time is great
Stayed in June 2024
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Reviewed: 23 May 2024
Alexander
United States8 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • King Room with Spa Bath
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Breakfast was a little skimpy but there's enough places around, that didn't matter for us.
Everything!
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 22 May 2024
Géraldine
United States108 reviews8 helpful votes8.0“great location”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Queen Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Room was clean and bed was very comfortable. The bathroom was well appointed.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 19 May 2024
Robert
United States2 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Queen Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
Convenient access to all destinations. This stay was our 2nd stay Rhea's Inn
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 14 April 2024
Jennifer
United States2 reviews9.0“Awesome!”- • Business trip
- • Couple
- • Queen Suite
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
So incredibly clean!!
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 19 October 2023
Dawn
United States17 reviews2 helpful votes8.0“Cute clean last minute option”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • King Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
TV in our room didn’t work No one on property to fix or move us into another room Very disappointing
It was really clean
Stayed in October 2023
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Reviewed: 10 October 2023
Julia
United States13 reviews8.0“Awesome Marathon weekend!”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • King Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Street noise
Proximity to Newport Marathon
Stayed in October 2023
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Reviewed: 25 September 2023
Cunning
United States1 review9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • King Room with Spa Bath
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Karaoke bar next door had music on till late hours. Out of control of the inn though
Very clean, central to many activities in Middletown and Newport
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: 9 September 2023
Mary
United States19 reviews8.0“Overall a great place to stay in Newport. It is walkable to the beach, the Cliff Walk and several good restaurants. .”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Queen Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
One thing we didn’t like was how they did not have air conditioning on in the upper floors. Our room was fine because we had our own AC control, but the shared room was too hot to hang in.
We loved the owners, how clean they kept the place and the location!
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: 1 August 2023
Richard
United States2 reviews1 helpful vote10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Queen Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
Everything
Stayed in July 2023
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Reviewed: 22 July 2023
Taryn
United States11 reviews1 helpful vote10“Great location, clean room, friendly staff. Definitely recommend.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • King Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
It wasn’t a dislike, more of a “heads up” for future guests. Don’t pack a heavy suitcase in case you’re on the third floor. Multiple, lighter bags are better.
The location of the property is perfect for walking to the beach to avoid parking fees and traffic. Everyone is friendly and the room is kept very clean.
Stayed in July 2023
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Reviewed: 28 June 2023
Malaura
United States29 reviews9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Queen Suite
- • Stayed 2 nights
When I booked the room it said ocean view... definitely misleading! the only view was of the Italian deli ( which is very good,btw ) next door. I paid more expecting the better view and didn't get it.
The room was super spacious and comfy.
Stayed in June 2023
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