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Reviews of The Cliffside Inn

2 Seaview Avenue, Newport, RI 02840, United States

#4 of 31 hotels in Newport

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 210 hotel reviews

9.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.4

  • Comfort

    9.3

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    9.1

  • Staff

    9.3

  • Value for money

    8.4

  • Free WiFi

    9.0

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  • Reviewed: 14 August 2025

    10
    Fantastic stay at a very lovely home away from home
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Sun room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Property was beautiful, renovated mansion with excellent decor!

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Garden Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights

    breakfast was great - it was so nice to have that available in the morning to start the day! we were so close to the Cliff Walk and it was so nice to just step down onto the path and be on our way! we were also not a bad walk from "town" - we walked from the Tennis Center and it was maybe 15 min.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 30 July 2025

    9.0
    Nice Stay. Beautiful Inn.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Turner Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The beach is not good. We were too concerned about the algae There are not very many restaurants or shops nearby. There was no information given at our arrival. The in person greeting was disappointing. We were not made to feel welcome as the other hotel we stayed in Newport greeted us. It was a strange arrival. There was a fire pit but it was only lit once we saw in our way to dinner. There was no mini fridge in the room to store drink or such and the kitchen is not really available for guests to use.

    Being near the Cliff Walk was wonderful! But not much else to do. The bed was comfortable and the view from the Turner Suite was great. Plenty of space in the suite to sleep and rest too. The breakfast was nice. The porch is wonderful. The common rooms are beautiful.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 July 2025

    10
    We truly loved our stay. To sum it up in one word, my wife would say “Luxurious”.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Blue Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our bed in the Blue Room - the feet of the bed were higher up than the head. This is partially due to the fact that the rear feet are on a rug, and also due to the age of the building and the slanted floors. All the same, it would be very nice to have risers on the legs near the head to level out the bed.

    I loved everything about the property. The breakfast was amazing, as well as the wine and cheese hour each evening. They had bottled water available and snacks out at all hours. Parking was easy, and I loved the privacy of the property, too.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 12 June 2025

    10
    Comfortable & Chic stay by the Cliff walk
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Sun room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was wonderful and the staff beyond helpful and welcoming.

    I cannot rave enough about this inn. From the elegant decor to the delicious spread for breakfast, each detail of the stay was a nice touch. I had the sun room and just being able to look out into the courtyard and beyond from the very comfortable window bench calmed my spirits. Also, the property was steps away from the cliff walk which was a bonus for me.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 June 2025

    8.0
    Perfect location for a girls trip!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Atlantic Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Staff was excellent! They serve breakfast AND have a wine hour every afternoon. The property is beautiful.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 May 2025

    8.0
    Good room very poor breakfast
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cliff Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Very expensive. Breakfast was really not good at all. No cooked food all pre prepared. Not what we expected seeing we paid £700 a night?? This is part of a chain. I thought this would be very personal serivice. It was not at all.

    The room we had was really good. Perfect.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 May 2025

    9.0
    Great place to stay in Newport. Highly recommend
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Governor's Suite
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No lift for heavy suitcases

    Comfortable, nice breakfasts, enjoyed mingling over wine and canapés

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 9 May 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • The Loft
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Our stay was just perfect!

    Wonderful quiet location, easy parking and just steps from the Cliffwalk. Breakfast was awesome: tasty and healthy small bites of protein, fruit, grains and home baked biscuits.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 May 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Governor's Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Comfortable, spacious room and superb breakfast. The evening wine hour was a nice touch!

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 3 May 2025

    8.0
    Great
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Swann Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I wish or hope they don’t make it too trendy as old world is what people come to Newport for. Plus this house is a site of historic interest. The Gilded is too trendy and seems cheap. Very different clientele

    By ocean. Old world decor with minimal trendy updates. Very luxe rooms. Great location by water. All around nice

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2025

    10
    Highly recommend!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Swann Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lots of history and charm right on cliff walk!

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2025

    8.0
    Nice spot for three nights. great location..
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Governor's Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    pretty smokey from the fireplace,even in our room..we were in the Governor’s suite which is very nice, except the tub had a leaky faucet.Spent the first night listening to it, then laid the faulty faucet head down. Apparently the part is on order. A note on the tub would have been nice to not have to listen to it the first night. or wrap a towel around it..

    Great location, lovely sitting areas. very nice staff

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 4 April 2025

    10
    Beautifully appointed luxurious accommodation
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Blue Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    To cater for international guests the breakfast could have been broader. Offer toast…something not so sweet.

    Beautifully decorated, comfortable beds, delightful rooms. In a lovely quiet area of Newport.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 March 2025

    10
    LOVELY inn by the sea in beautiful Newport
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Cliff Suite
    • Stayed 1 night

    The location of the hotel right near the Cliff Walk and with a partial view of the water was perfect. Our suite was really chic, comfortable, and spacious. The customer service was super friendly. And the wine hour and breakfast were very tasty and social.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 17 March 2025

    9.0
    Exceptional stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Governor's Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was perfect but it would be great to have some gluten free options (even a bag of chips or commercial yogurt). If it was it was not mentioned.

    Beautiful place, very comfortable and convenient. I loved the wine tasting and the breakfast.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 12 March 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Garden Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lacks accessible electrical outlets

    The tub is an attraction The meticulous design and attention to detail

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 7 March 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Governor's Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Cliffside Inn was a miracle. I really enjoyed my stay here. The suite was amazing and confortable, and the whole place was fantastic with a classic Newport vibe. I also enjoyed the delucious breakfasts.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 14 February 2025

    10
    We had a wonderful 2 night stay at the Inn and will definitely be back
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Tower Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything ! Staff, decor, cleanliness- all amazing

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 7 February 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Governor's Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Thoughtful touches, amazing hot tub, delicious breakfast and extremely lovely staff

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 February 2025

    10
    We had a wonderful time, the room was beautiful our expectations. The hot tub was bigger than expected. Breakfast was de
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Governor's Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Close proximity to other guests and staff

    Beautiful grounds, lovely room, friendly staff and accommodations

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 25 January 2025

    10
    Outstanding
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • St. George's Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location is amazing. It is beautifully decorated and the service is outstanding. A lovely breakfast every morning is a great start to a day.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 January 2025

    9.0
    Great location. Very friendly staff. Already recommended to family and friends.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Swann Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    May be emphasise the amount of stairs for the top floor rooms for any one with either a lot of luggage like us or may be with mobility issues. Needed steps (provided by the hotel) to get into the abnormally high bed so felt it was slightly hazardous if you forgot during the night.

    Great location near the cliff walk. Stylish individual rooms. Liked the wine hour from 5pm to 6pm. Liked having a fire in the room especially as it was abnormally cold. Staff were very helpful.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 15 January 2025

    10
    It was beautiful.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Sun room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    It’s beautiful architecture and furnishings. The towel warmers are a nice touch. Delicious healthy breakfast and evening wine and cheese made the stay extra enjoyable.

    Stayed in January 2025

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