Newport, Rhode Island's Best Bed and Breakfasts

Looking for a great staycation? Head to Rhode Island.

Newport, to be exact.

The seaside community is a great destination for foodies, beach lovers, history buffs and more.

Many Things to Enjoy in Newport

I'm sure you've spent many a day laying on the sand of Easton's Beach or bodysurfing on the waves. Maybe you enjoy perusing the shops on Bowen's Wharf or chowing down on a lobster roll at one of the many restaurants.

Newport is a destination for many, but when was the last time you spent a night there? While it's just a drive away, you can feel like you're on vacation with an overnight stay in a cozy, luxurious B&B.

A list of the best bed & breakfasts in the "City by the Sea" has been released by U.S. News & World Report. The site hopes "that our rankings serve as helpful guideposts as you plan your next trip."

So if you're looking for a fun little getaway that doesn't require purchasing a plane ticket, head to Newport and enjoy a stay at one of the top B&Bs.

Fifteen locations have made the list, with the exquisite The Chanler at Cliff Walk taking the top spot.

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Top 15 Bed & Breakfasts in Newport, RI

The Chanler at Cliff Walk

The Francis Malbone House

Forty 1 North

Almondy Inn

The Cliffside Inn

Hydrangea House Inn

Bouchard Inn

Armistead Cottage

Captain Simeon Potter House

Serenity Inn Newport

Beech Tree Inn and Cottage

The Outlook Inn

Town & Tide Inn

Pelham Court Hotel

Harborside Inn

How The Best Are Selected

Bed and Breakfasts that consistently receive three, four or five-star reviews will be considered.

To qualify, properties must be small (inns, guest house, bed & breakfast).

No more than 30 guest rooms available.

30 Things To Do in Newport Any Time of Year

Newport has always been seen as a summer destination. Wealthy New Yorkers used to escape the city in the hotter months for this picturesque seaside spot and the label as a summer vacation destination began.

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.

Gallery Credit: Nancy Hall

Look Inside This Private Newport Estate, Set to Become a Museum

Billionaire Steve Schwarzman, the co-founder of Blackstone Group, has completely restored the historic Miramar Mansion in Newport and plans to make his private residence into a museum. Take a look inside this grand estate.

Gallery Credit: Maddie Levine