Venues & Event Spaces in Newport, RI

“Really wonderful place to stay in Newport for the weekend. Clean, awesome location, free parking on site, and included breakfast/coffee delivered to your door each morning. Such a great inn, couldn't recommend this place more!”

“We visited the Fort Adams State Park this summer, and we discovered that it's an excellent place just to relax and enjoy the sounds of the Newport harbor. They offer guided tours for visitors of the hidden underground tunnels if you've got the time. We took the opportunity to enjoy the 2 mile walking path to enjoy some excellent panoramic views of the harbor views.”

“We had a private tour on a very rainy day. We got soaked, but it was well worth it. Rob, our guide, was knowledgeable, friendly and considerate. The tunnel portion was a big hit with our 8 yr old grandson.”

“Booked last minute lunch reservations a few days ago and are so happy we did. What a gorgeous view! Upon arrival we opted to sit at the bar and our bartender whose name escapes me was wonderful, we never had to wait for a thing. We had the crab dip app, my husband had the chicken cordon bleu and I had a burratta sandwich. My husband fawned over his chicken dish - ranked it as one of his favorites ever! And the salads served with the entrees - so, so good. My non-veggie loving hubbie cleaned his plate.

The only reason for the 4 stars vs. 5 is this: there was a major problem with yellow jackets everywhere - our bartender got stung while taking care of us and other staff mentioned being stung multiple times. People had to cover their food and their drinks and other folks elected to leave altogether. If someone is allergic, I'm sure they would have been very unhappy. We realized this issue within minutes of sitting down and had not yet ordered our food, and we asked the hostess if we could have our table that we had originally booked. Her response was cavalier at best saying if we didn't want to deal with the bees, we'd have to wait 45 minutes because our table was no longer available, even though we arrived 20 minutes prior to our reservation. So, we were somewhat on edge and worried about being stung. The small battery operated fans to keep them away were a great idea, but the two in our area of the bar had dead batteries. The bee problem is a health and safety issue and we found it surprising that the inn was not able to manage the issue with professional intervention.

But, all in all, a wonderful place, lovely service, great food - we look forward to visiting again. In non-bee season!”

“OceanCliff is a phenomenal oceanfront Newport wedding venue! The ocean views are impossible to beat. The mansion itself is classic and elegant, with rooms full of natural light and beautiful architectural details that make getting ready and candids feel effortless. The ceremony terrace already has an arch and is ready for your florist to add finishing personal touches! Definitely opt for the getting ready cottage - it's full of light and beautiful for photos!

The coordinators at OceanCliff are fantastic. They’re calm and organized, which makes the day feel smooth no matter how many moving parts there are. From cocktail hour on the terrace to a dinner and dancing in the ballroom, the flow of the day feels seamless. If you’re looking for a Newport venue that blends dramatic ocean views with refined, timeless elegance, OceanCliff is an absolute dream!”

“Their kitchens ate top notch. Very well maintained. Very clean. Top of the line brand equipment.

The kitchen staff are very polite and professional. The grounds are well kept. The view is awesome.”

“The hotel reminded me of an old style Holiday Inn… It really did need to be renovated. The location is excellent. There are so many restaurants and bars within walking distance it's perfect.The staff were friendly and helpful. I will say the beds were extremely comfortable.”