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December 2023 by Mary Lynn Haas
Perfect place to stay in Newport. Upon arrival we were warmly greeted by Wes who was welcoming and informative about the Lodge and surrounding area. The bed was comfortable and the room was charming. Breakfast was delicious. Coffee, teas, and a variety of juices,water, and drinks available 24/7 in dining room. Homemade chocolate chip cookies too. We were there for a wedding in Boston and decided to stay on and visit Newport and the mansions. This B and B is in a great location. Highly recommend.Nearby activities: Cliff walk and The Breakers Mansion close by.The lodge is tastefully decorated and very clean.
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December 2023 by Nancy Maguire
What a gorgeous Inn & property is a hidden gem of a location! Delicious breakfast & snacks to get us on our way . Close walk to the Cliff Walk , The Mansions & Shops! The Inns-keepers were very friendly & helpful with recommendations. We can’t wait to visit again !Rooms: Period dated rooms ! Just gorgeous I encourage to ask to see a few of them because the were all differentWalkability: Cliff walks and loved that they had electric bikes for us :)
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October 2023 by Scott Leonard
My wife and I stayed here in September of 2023 and were extremely pleased with Ivy Lodge. The architecture, room decor and furnishings are Newport gem. The inn keeper was extremely professional and friendly and made us feel welcome from the moment we checked in. We highly suggest this inn and the “Turret room” if available.
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October 2023 by Tipton Huffman
We enjoyed our stay. We were very disappointed in our very bland first breakfast. Redemption came the second morning! This is a quiet location within easy walking distance to Cliff Walk, water front, and mansions.Rooms: We liked our room very much. Spacious, comfortable beds, quiet.Safety: Felt very safe walking back from the waterfront are at night.Walkability: Walked to all attractions!
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September 2023 by sarah noiseux
The Ivy lodge was a great find for a weekend getaway. It is conveniently located near the mansions and the harbor. There was also a free bus that was easy to pick up near the Ivy Lodge as well. Staff was very friendly.The room was extremely clean. The bed was comfortable. The only thing we didn’t like was the water pressure in the shower. There was plenty of hot water.The breakfast each morning was hot and tasty. The Inn provided snack and beverage. It was so nice to make a hot cup of tea to end each night.Highly recommend the Ivy Lodge!!!!!
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August 2023 by Brenda Salvi
We absolutely loved our stay at Ivy Lodge. Jacqui, Wes, and Alex were all so welcoming and friendly, and the house is stunning and well kept. Our room was comfortable and clean, the breakfasts were delicious, and the porch was a lovely place to sit and enjoy the surroundings. We didn’t want to leave, and we will definitely be back!
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August 2023 by Alix Carey
We were staying in another part of RI and had an extra night and decided to go to Newport. I'm so glad we did! The Ivy Lodge was such a treat to stay in. The family who runs it really cares about their guests and were so helpful in suggesting places to visit...all nearby! We could walk to everything! But the Lodge was so beautiful, it was difficult to leave! The delicious breakfast the next morning gave us plenty of time to appreciate how beautiful the Ivy Lodge truly is before heading home. Unbelievable staircase. I want one! Can't wait to go back!
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August 2023 by Daryl McKenzie
Had a wonderful stay at the Ivy Lodge, the people who operate this B&B are just nice and they made our stay so nice we will be back! The rooms are nice and very, very clean, food and snacks are great and perfect location to visit Newport!Thanks again for a great stay and we look forward to visiting again!
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August 2023 by Sandy
Nightmare on Clay St from July 7-9. We had an unpleasant experience. Booked an upgraded room 5 months in advance for a destination wedding in Rhode Island. Recommended by the bride's mother. First time in Newport, excited to explore the city and visit the mansions. Checked in with Wesley( son) around 12-12.15 pm on Friday. He showed us some places to visit. Given the Van Allen room. This was a nice room .About 1.5 hours later, while we were out for lunch, Wesley called and admitted that he had given us the wrong room. He asked if we could move, but we explained that we were unable to do so immediately and would sort it out later. We had already used the bathroom, unpacked our clothes, and had personal items in the room. Wesley insisted that we move out by 3 PM as he had another guest coming in. We reiterated that we couldn't leave right away and would check in at the inn after lunch. About 20 minutes later, Wesley called back, leaving a message that he had resolved the issue and everything was fine with the room. After lunch, we headed back to the inn, which was two hours after Wesley's call. At that time, Jacqui, Wesley's mother the innkeeper, called in a sneering manner and accused me of being inflexible about moving and causing her son to give away our room to other guests. She claimed that her son had asked us to move just ten minutes after we checked in, but I corrected her, stating that he called 1.5 hours later. She also falsely claimed that her son had offered to move us and compensate us for a night, which never happened.I explained to her that her son had left a message on my phone two hours ago, stating that everything was sorted out. It was clear that she was not aware of this. However, she insisted that we had to leave immediately and demanded that we grab our bags. She was essentially throwing us out. It was an unbelievable situation, and I have never been treated in such a deplorable manner as a paying guest. We were repeatedly harassed by both Wesley and Jacqui. This was outright discrimination in the year 2023. There was no reason for her behavior. I am very sure this would have never happened to us if we were white.I suggested to switch rooms the next day as a compromise and was given an awful room called “the Savannah Room” This room was tiny located on the third floor off the back stairs which is typically reserved for staff. This was not what I agreed to pay for but we had a wedding planned with no time to move. We did not have any breakfast or use the grounds or the interior areas. At this time we were disgusted with the treatment we received. We will never return to this place. This has been a terrible experience for us.Rooms: Make sure you identify the room you book . This place is not worth the money they charge and they will bait and switch . No integrity. Stick to the Marriot or a better known establishment. More importantly the owners don’t care about customers and are rude and refuse to take responsibility for their mistakes. Jacqui said she didn’t care if I wrote a review of my experience.Nearby activities: Breakfast optionsMansions
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July 2023 by Alan D.
A beautiful old inn with all the charm of the old and with enough of a touch of the new, to make the stay amazing. Both rooms booked were very special. The grounds were absolutely gorgeous. The hosts were very attentive to needs. The location is very good. There were home made cookies and pastries available 24/7. I do wish that coffee was also available at all times. They asked about any allergies and worked around that. Breakfast was new, each day but honestly, could have been a bit bigger and a bit more creative. For the skill of the chef, it fell a bit short. I was hungry after both breakfasts. Nevertheless, it was well prepared and tasted good. I could not give 4.5 stars which is what I felt it deserved, but compared to other bed and breakfasts post covid, this ranks up there.
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July 2023 by Daryl M.
Had a wonderful stay at the Ivy Lodge, great people who run the place, food is top notch and the location is just super to visit all that Newport has to offer. I normally don't take the time to write reviews but this B&B is special.Thank you for a wonderful stay, we will be back!
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July 2023 by Sandra R.
Review Stayed at the Ivy Lodge Nightmare on Clay St from July 7-9. Had an unpleasant experience. Booked the room 5 months in advance for a destination wedding in Rhode Island and choose a room online with Wesley. Recommended by the bride's mother. First time in Newport, excited to explore the city and visit the mansions. Checked in with Wesley around 12-12.15 pm on Friday. He showed us some places to visit. Given the Van Alen room.About 1.5 hours later, while we were out for lunch, Wesley called and admitted that he had given us the wrong room. He asked if we could move, but we explained that we were unable to do so immediately and would sort it out later. We had already used the bathroom, unpacked our clothes, and had personal items in the room. Wesley insisted that we move out by 3 PM as he had another guest coming in. We reiterated that we couldn't leave right away and would check in at the inn after lunch. About 20 minutes later, Wesley called back, leaving a message that he had resolved the issue and everything was fine with the room( on my voicemail) After lunch, we headed back to the inn, which was two hours after Wesley's call. At that time, Jacqui, Wesley's mother and the innkeeper, called in a sneering voice with a nasty attitude and accused me of being inflexible about moving and causing her son to give away our room to other guests. She claimed that her son had asked us to move just ten minutes after we checked in, but I corrected her, stating that he called 1.5 hours later. She also falsely claimed that her son had offered to move us and compensate us for a night, which never happened.I explained to her that her son had left a message on my phone two hours ago, stating that everything was sorted out. It was clear that she was not aware of this. However, she insisted that we had to leave immediately and demanded that we grab our bags. She was essentially throwing us out. It was an unbelievable situation, and I have never been treated in such a deplorable manner as a paying guest. We were repeatedly harassed by both Wesley and Jacqui. This was outright discrimination in the year 2023. There was no reason for her behavior. I am very sure this would have never happened to us if we were white. I explained to her that we are here for a wedding and that the bride's mother recommended her Inn. We were willing to go to the Marriot and we told her we can do so if she pays for it. She refused. Jacqui's solution was that we have to leave and again . She was adamant on throwing us out and insisting we leave. Wow! There was no reason for her behavior. I am very sure this would have never happened to us if we were white. She is in the hospitality business and she is a nasty woman with a bad attitude.I told her we needed to be at the wedding for 12.30 pm on Saturday and no time to find or move to another place except the Marriot. I suggested since we have used our room and the other guests also used theirs we can make the switch on Saturday as a compromise. At this time both my husband and I felt unwelcome and I was upset about her behavior and response about the room. This situation really spoilt our cheerfulness. I paid for an upgraded room chosen online and discussed it on the phone with Wesley five months earlier that didn't match the room I received on Saturday and I never received a confirmation by email or receipts from either room charges although promised. There is no room online called the "savanna room" this may be her code for a shitty room. I carefully selected the room I wanted which was the Van Allen at the front of the home on the second floor.The next day we were moved to a tiny room on the third floor at the back stairs. It was claustrophobic. This location is typically servant quarters in these homes. I could hear the kitchen staff at the base of the stairs. We paid for an upgraded room and I told Wesley when I booked that I do not want a third floor walk up. At this time we were stuck headed to the wedding.. We did not stay at the property except for sleeping
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July 2023 by Robert K.
Food was delicious. Room was clean and smelled great! Staff was so helpful and kind. Very knowledgeable about the area and incredibly welcoming. Highly recommend.
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July 2023 by Margaret Preto Rodas
This is our favorite bed & breakfast in Newport. The decor throughout is absolutely gorgeous. And the rooms are just as beautifully decorated. The family & staff are so friendly & thoughtful. The breakfasts are to die for & there's always coffee, tea & snacks available all day. It's off the beaten path so it's quiet. The landscape is gorgeous & the wrap around porch is a great place to sit & relax. Highly recommend.
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June 2023 by Christine Dunwoody
Had a great experience staying here recently. Everyone was so friendly and welcoming. Reasonably close to downtown, the cliff walk, and beach area. Our suite was well-appointed, clean, and homey. We enjoyed details like daily breakfast and their beautiful porch. Highly recommend for a quiet weekend in Newport.
