Jailhouse Inn

2.5 star property
Hotel near Old Colony House in Newport

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Front of property
Lobby
Porch
Coffee service
Premier Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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13 Marlborough Street, Newport, RI, 02840
  • Place, Thames Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Bowen's Wharf
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Bannister's Wharf
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Providence, RI (PVD-T.F. Green)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 330 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 405 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 405 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 405 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 455 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Premier Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 455 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Newport

City center stay.A stay at this Downtown Newport hotel places you steps from Old Colony House and within a 5-minute walk of Touro Synagogue. Queen Anne Square and Bowen's Wharf are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Thames Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Newport Harbour - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Bowen's Wharf - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Bannister's Wharf - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • International Tennis Hall of Fame and Museum - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Newport Ferry Station - 5 min walk
  • T.F. Green Airport (PVD) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brick Alley Pub & Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Corner Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Gas Lamp Grille - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Fastnet Pub - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Buskers Irish Pub & Restaurant - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Jailhouse Inn

Hotel near Old Colony House in Newport
Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. The business-friendly Jailhouse Inn also features tour/ticket assistance and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Free self parking is available.

This Newport hotel is smoke free.

  • 23 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1772
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
Jailhouse Inn offers 23 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

This Newport hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between November 15 and April 1.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Jailhouse Inn to the airport?

Jailhouse Inn is 4.3 mi (9-min drive) away from the Newport, RI (NPT-Newport State) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Jailhouse Inn?

As of Jun 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Jailhouse Inn on Jun 28, 2026 start from $365, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Jailhouse Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Jailhouse Inn.

How close is Jailhouse Inn to the beach?

This hotel is 1.7 mi (7-min drive) from Easton's Beach and 15.8 mi (28-min drive) from Narragansett Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Jailhouse Inn offer free breakfast?

Jailhouse Inn offers free continental breakfast every day.

Is there a casino at Jailhouse Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Jailhouse Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Jailhouse Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Jailhouse Inn have a pool?

Jailhouse Inn does not have a pool.

Does Jailhouse Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Jailhouse Inn to downtown Newport?

Jailhouse Inn is 0.1 mi away from Newport.

Jailhouse Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 398 out of 589 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 153 out of 589 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 589 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 589 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 589 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, great room.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay for long weekend getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a very enjoyable stay and I would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

BARBARA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute hotel, friendly staff, good location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious rooms, great breakfast, quiet throughout. Location is awesome right next to thames with shopping and restaurants nearby, the parking can't be undervalued either.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Bernard

Very friendly and helpful staff. Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, staff and service was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nanette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the charm of the Inn. The staff was helpful and made us feel at home.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast was continental style but with a really wide choice. Staff were lovely and hotel was really well located.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location! Perfect stay!!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Axay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel for the cost!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice historical property close to everything with free parking and breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very welcoming and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Elise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The inn is located in a great neighborhood and very easy access to the water taxi
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we enjoyed a few days here great location to walk to anything you wanted to see.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Dariann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The best parts were location and the attentive staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my night staying here. Easy walk to the downtown area.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Walking distance & historic with charm

Perfect location and amazing property very well maintained. Great people working there too
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a fun and unique place to stay and they offered an excellent breakfast! The staff was incredibly helpful in planning my ferry excursion to Martha's Vineyard, too!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and staff was great. Good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is incredible. Really clean. Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location. Friendly staff!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025