Wayfinder NewportvsCastle Hill Inn
Both properties are highly recommended by experts. On balance, Castle Hill Inn is the choice of most professionals compared to Mainstay Hotel & Conference Center. Castle Hill Inn comes in at #2 in Newport with accolades from 10 sources like goop, Oyster and Jetsetter.
Wayfinder Newport
151 Admiral Kalbfus Road, Newport, RI 02840-1310
From $63/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Oyster
Budget
"In a town with notoriously expensive hotel prices, the Mainstay Hotel & Conference Center offers guests room rates that are consistently budget-friendly, even during the summer months." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"With a more favorable price point and a more casual atmosphere than its neighbors, the Wayfinder is the place to stay if you’re looking for an affordable, personality-driven, and Insta-friendly hotel " Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Stay at The Wayfinder Hotel in the city's North End. The hotel has 1,000 pieces of artwork, and their on-site restaurant, Nomi Park, serves an unreal lobster roll."
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Castle Hill Inn Show All Reviews
590 Ocean Drive, Newport, RI 02840
From $380/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Forbes Travel Guide
4 Stars
"Whether you're visiting Castle Hill Inn for a romantic getaway or simply to enjoy the historically rich hotel you are sure to find its relaxed yet sophisticated setting a breath of fresh saltwater air." Full review
Fodor's
"Built as a summer house in 1874 for scientist and explorer Alexander Agassiz, this luxurious and romantic getaway... has its own private beach and trails." Full review
Gayot
"Views of Narragansett Bay dominate this 40-acre property... the hotel is busiest from June through October and is popular for wedding ceremonies and honeymoons."
Oyster
Luxury
"Today, the 40-acre luxury property includes the original New England-style shingled mansion, along with private guest cottages, a beach, and a small marina." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Set on a 40-acre peninsula where the Atlantic meets Narragansett Bay, it was, and still is, a perfect spot from which to observe marine mammals." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
89.1
"Take in the sunset views from the Adirondack chairs on the rolling lawn and "watch boats going in and out, it’s so relaxing."" Full review
goop
"While we’re big fans of this hotel all-year-long, it’s pretty great when the weather warms up." Full review
Jetsetter
"Historic mansion with a locavore restaurant, private beach and yacht access, just minutes from downtown Newport." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith
"Cast out on Newport’s western-most point, Castle Hill Inn hotel is a pristinely preserved19th-century summer cottage (a mansion, truly) with an enviable private beach and loads of 21st-century perks." Full review
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It’s worth mentioning here that Mr Smith told the tea expert that he cries easily when she asked if he had a sensitive palate, and he requested a spear when mini macarons appeared, so that he’d feel manlier.
U.S. News & World Report
3.0
"Once a summer "cottage" to a wealthy scientist and explorer, Castle Hill Inn is now one of the most exclusive collections of accommodations in Newport." Full review