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4.4 out of 5

"cool hotel but very small room bathroom was great but very small " More

By a verified traveler on Sat 15 Feb 2020

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Hotel Description

3.5-star hotel near Brown University

Heart of Providence

With a stay at this Downtown Providence hotel, you'll be steps from Rhode Island Convention Center and Dunkin' Donuts Center. Trinity Repertory Company and Lupo's Heartbreak Hotel are also within half a mile (1 km).

Round-the-clock service

This hotel features 2 bars/lounges, a coffee shop and free WiFi in public areas. Luggage storage, concierge services, and free newspapers are also on offer.

Two Bunk Beds (The Kin Room)

Bed Count room.options.bedSize.BunkBed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
$119* Per night/room Jun 4 - Jun 5

The Patron Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

The King Room, One King Bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

The Gang Room, Two Queen Beds

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

The Guardian Suite, One King Bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

The Mates Room, One Queen Bed

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

The Dean Hotel ratings based on 8 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.4 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 3.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for The Dean Hotel

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5 out of 5

Posted by , from wayne on May 26, 2022

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4 out of 5
cool hotel but very small room bathroom was great but very small

Posted by on Feb 15, 2020

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3 out of 5

Posted by on Feb 12, 2020

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5 out of 5

Posted by on Sep 10, 2019

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Comment from Hotel Management

Sep 10, 2019 by The Dean

Thank you for staying with us!

5 out of 5

Posted by on Sep 5, 2019

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Comment from Hotel Management

Sep 6, 2019 by The Dean

We hope to welcome you back soon!

4 out of 5

Posted by on Jul 20, 2019

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jul 20, 2019 by The Dean

Thank you for staying with us!

5 out of 5

Posted by on Apr 30, 2019

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jun 18, 2019 by The Dean

Thank you for the great rating! We hope to welcome you back soon!

4 out of 5

A fun place for the fit and hip

Pros: Staff, location, unique decor and support of local artists.
Cons: When the elevator is working it will be great.
Location: Right in downtown Providence, walking distance from Trinity Rep, bars, cafes, shops and restaurants. A longer but reasonable walk to RISD.
I reserved a one-night stay at The Dean because I was curious. I looked like a nice change from the chain hotels and it did not disappoint in that respect. It is a genuine one-of-a-kind boutique hotel with a great vibe and a real commitment to local artists and producers. Although my stay did not allow time for sampling any of their eateries, they seemed to be attracting plenty of customers. The hotel's antique elevator is currently unavailable as its entire motor is out for repair. No one seems to know how much longer it will take, but it's been a month already. That said, they offered to carry my bags up to my room and offered me a "killer" room on the 4th floor or a modest upgrade on the 2nd. I took the lower floor and carried my own. The room was clean and crisp. The furnishings are interesting and well-designed. But this is NOT a place for big people. I am reasonably trim and I "fit" but a larger (wider) person would have been cramped for sure, especially in the tiny bathroom. (Well-designed but there is only so much you can do with a tiny space.) The staff was polite, friendly, professional and accommodating. One could not ask for more. I would return, but will check to make sure the lift is operational and then will request an upper floor for that killer view.

Posted by on Aug 28, 2015

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Property Features

There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. WiFi is free in public spaces. Tour/ticket assistance, multilingual staff, and concierge services are also featured at The Dean Hotel. This 3.5-star Providence hotel is smoke free.

  • 52 guestrooms or units
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Free WiFi

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Parking (limited spaces)

Transport

  • Train station: Providence Station (0.9 km / 0.6 mi)

Room Amenities

The Dean Hotel offers 52 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and designer toiletries. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • Pillowtop beds
  • Minibar
  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable channels
  • Premium channels
  • Luxury bedding
  • Shower
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hair dryer
  • Designer toiletries
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Unique furnishings
  • Unique decor
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste available

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy local cuisine breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to noon.

The Dean Bar - Onsite cocktail bar.

The Boombox - Onsite karaoke bar. Open select days.

Bolt Coffee - Onsite coffee shop. Open daily.

Nearby Activities

Recreational amenities at the hotel include complimentary bicycles.

  • Free bicycles on site

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Accessible bathroom (in select rooms)
  • Roll-in shower (in select rooms)
  • Handrails in stairways
  • In-room accessibility (in select rooms)
  • Braille or raised signage
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
  • Check-in time ends at 11 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 21

Special check-in instructions:

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11:00 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 50.00 per night.

Pet Policy

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs are allowed

Policies

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

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. This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place. Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F. Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; guests are provided with hand sanitizer. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available. Each guestroom is kept vacant for a minimum of 72 hours between bookings.

  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Pets allowed (no fees)
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is not available to guests
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
  • Staffed front desk
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually-wrapped food options are not available
  • Debit cards
  • Gap period enforced between guest stays - 72 hours

Fees

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately USD 12.00 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 32.00 per night(5 ft away; open 24 hours)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 50.00 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Dean Hotel Providence
  • Dean Hotel
  • Dean Providence
  • The Dean Hotel Hotel
  • The Dean Hotel Providence
  • The Dean Hotel Hotel Providence

You should know

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.