Find just the lodging for a romantic getaway in the Ocean State of RI

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Among the top places for a romantic weekend getaway in Rhode Island are historic Newport and the capital city of Providence. A romantic getaway at either city -- or in the oceanfront region of South County, too -- is well-served by hotels, resorts, bed and breakfasts, and cozy little inns. Browse the listings below and find the ideal lodging for a weekend-long romantic getaway to celebrate -- whatever you choose in Rhode Island! Providence is churning through a downtown renaissance, with luxury hotel rooms and lots of theater, music, shopping and dining. Newport is home to the famous Newport mansions.

Brenton Hotel

31 America's Cup Avenue Newport, RI, 02840 Phone: 401-849-3100

Experience all the romance this charming city, and picture-perfect hotel, have to offer

Pampering comes natural to the attentive staff at the Brenton Hotel on the scenic harbor in Newport, one of New England’s loveliest seaside cities. That may mean arranging for in-room couples massages, or a private sunset boat cruise, or planning an itinerary that lets you experience all of Newport’s charms, from romantic mansions and walks along the cliffs to relaxing beaches, fun shops and galleries and vibrant cultural venues. Spacious rooms and suites offer spectacular water and city views, and dining at this boutique hotel really seals the deal on your romantic getaway. Enjoy a delightful breakfast, brunch or dinner in the water-view Living Room or savor small plates and signature cocktails on the spectacular Rooftop, with panoramic views. Named to the Travel & Leisure Top 500 Hotels in the World in both 2022 and 2023.

Weekapaug Inn

25 Spray Rock Road Westerly, RI, 02891 Phone: 877-394-8902

Planning that special romantic getaway? Look no further than this charming shoreline inn

Perched on the shoreline overlooking a salt pond, with the ocean just beyond, the Weekapaug Inn has been providing romantic getaways for couples for generations. The historic inn’s welcoming atmosphere, superior service (it’s a member of the distinguished Relais & Chateaux association), luxurious amenities like a saline lap pool and individually appointed rooms and suites, some with large soaking tubs, make it a must for romantic retreats. Relax together on the private sandy beach, sip a cocktail fireside in the cozy bar, play on the bocce court or arrange for a couple’s massage at the nearby sister inn’s spa. Or just relax in your spacious suite with its feathertop bed and enclosed, furnished deck. Don’t forget s’mores by the fire pit when the stars come out.

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Mill Street Inn

75 Mill Street Newport, RI, 02840 Phone: 401-849-9500 Toll-Free: 800-392-1316

The history of romance continues here

This historic landmark also makes for a very cozy hideaway for two. Maybe it’s the neighborhood or the intimate breakfasts on the patio with breathtaking views. The harbor is nearby as is Thames Street for unmatched waterfront shopping, great food and leisurely strolling. Your suite is bathed in Newport charm with original beams and exposed brick walls. Fall into down feather beds, 300 thread count linens, luxurious marble bathrooms with rainfall and high pressure shower and plush robes. Choose right and you’ll also enjoy a balcony, living room,and gas fireplace. A mini-bar and fridge will provide all the nourishment you might need, while complimentary continental breakfast and afternoon tea can fill in the gaps. Romance deserves a luxurious level of service and hospitality. You’ll find them here.

Hotel Viking

One Bellevue Avenue Newport, RI, 02840 Phone: 401-847-3300 Toll-Free: 800-556-7126

Gilded Age romance, and modern amenities, equal a classic couples getaway

The romance of Newport, RI’s Gilded Age is both down the street and in the suites of the Hotel Viking on One Bellevue Avenue, making it an ideal venue for your couples retreat. Ask for a suite with a fireplace, a clawfoot tub, a private terrace – or maybe a spiral staircase leading to the master bedroom. Book massages at the on-site Spa Fjor, take a dip in the indoor pool. Take out a complimentary bike and explore this enchanting, historic city (and the mansions down the road), or book a morning mimosa lighthouse cruise with a local charter company. At the hotel, dine in elegance in One Bellevue or on the outdoor patio, then head up to the rooftop to the Top of Newport Bar + Lounge for a cocktail and the perfect seats to watch the sun set over Narragansett Bay.

4 Poster Bedroom - The Preserve Club & Residences - Richmond, RI

The Preserve Club and Residences

87 Kingstown Road Richmond, RI, 02898 Phone: 855-593-8473

Resort’s activities and accommodations, perfect for couples, make it the ideal getaway location

Here’s a plan for a romantic getaway at The Preserve Sporting Club and Residences: Start with a fun activity, like riding out of the Equestrian Center or kayaking. Ask for an extravagant picnic to be provided on the resort’s beautiful grounds. Book a side-by-side massage at OH! Spa, followed by private time in a whirlpool tub and sauna. Take an archery or fly-fishing class or play a round of golf. Have dinner in one of three enchanting, storybook-setting Maker’s Mark Hobbit Houses. Then watch the stars come out by a resort camp fire, or from the deck or balcony of your stylish townhouse, suite or cabin. Or, book an exquisite tiny house with a gourmet kitchen and forest view.

Ocean House Resort

1 Bluff Avenue Watch Hill, RI, 02891 Phone: Toll-Free: 877-346-9442

Scenic oceanfront inn with luxurious amenities is the very definition of ‘romance’

If a picture of the Ocean House isn’t next to the definition of “romance” in the dictionary, it should be. Book a deluxe room with a sumptuous deep soaking tub and ocean-view terrace or a suite with a stone fireplace, slip into a fluffy robe, then book a side-by-side couples massage in the five-star Ocean & Harvest Spa. Order up champagne, chocolate-covered strawberries, roses and truffles for your room and plan for a day on the private, white-sand beach with cabana service. Dine in the award-winning COAST restaurant or, in the summer, grab a couple overstuffed chairs for cocktails on The Verandah. In the winter, snuggle by a cozy outdoor fireside and watch the sun set in the inn’s Celebration du Soleil. Ocean House was recently named to Forbes Magazine's list of "Most Luxurious Hotels & Spas", and is one of the top 100 hotels in the world among Travel + Leisure readers.

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