Newport’s The Chanler Ranks High on National List

Newport, Rhode Island is a hotspot in the summertime as many flock to the beaches, dine at Bowen's Wharf and shop along Thames Street.

Top-Tier Travel Destination

If you want to take your trip to the next level, book a stay at one of the best inns in the country. Travel + Leisure has named The Chanler its No. 4 pick for Best Continental U.S. Inns.

Where Is The Chanler Located?

The name says it all. The Chanler sits atop the popular tourist destination, the Cliff Walk, offering stunning views of the ocean and a top-tier staff ready to meet and exceed your needs.

What Makes The Chanler So Special?

"The Chanler has a way of wrapping you in comfort from the moment you arrive. It feels less like checking into a hotel and more like being welcomed into a beautifully kept home, full of charm, history, and genuine care," Director of Marketing Anney Jasinski said.

The Chanler at Cliff Walk via Facebook

"Every space has been lovingly designed to feel warm and lived-in, yet refined," Jasinski said. "Our team goes above and beyond because we truly love what we do, and we want every guest to feel that. It’s that feeling of being known, of being thoughtfully looked after, that makes The Chanler so special. "

Top Honors

"I was deeply honored and genuinely moved. To be recognized in this way is a reflection of the heart and hard work our entire team puts in every day," Proprietress Lani Shufelt said.

The Chanler at Cliff Walk via Facebook

"It’s never been about awards for us, but about making sure each guest leaves feeling like their time with us was special," she said. "That said, to receive this kind of recognition, especially among so many incredible properties across the country, is both humbling and incredibly gratifying."

"We’re so thankful to our guests and community who continue to support and believe in what we do," Shufelt said.

The Chanler at Cliff Walk

Travel + Leisure Top 10 Best Continental U.S. Inns

1. The Norumbega, Camden, Maine
2. Villa Mara Carmel, Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
3. White Barn Inn, Kennebunk, Maine
4. The Chanler At Cliff Walk, Newport, Rhode Island
5. Castle Hill Inn, Newport, Rhode Island
6. Lake Placid Lodge, Lake Placid, New York
7. The Willcox, Aiken, South Carolina
8. Farmhouse Inn, Forestville, California
9. Weekapaug Inn, Westerly, Rhode Island
10. Cape Arundel Inn & Resort, Kennebunkport, Maine

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There are, however, plenty of things to do in this historic town in any season and we've found a few that you may want to try the next time you head to Newport.

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