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Armistead Cottage: Traveler Reviews

55 Hunter Ave., Newport, RI 02840
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Ranked #8 of 101 Newport B&B and Inns
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New Hartford, New York
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“Best Vacation Spot!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 6, 2012

Armistead Cottage was our first B&B experience as well as our first trip to Newport 4 years ago and we've been coming back ever since! We love everything about Newport but we wouldn't even think of staying anywhere but Armistead Cottage as it is part of the Newport experience that we love so much. Romana is the perfect hostess! She has never steered us wrong in her suggestions for dinner, various attractions and exploring. Our trip in Oct. was for our honeymoon and we never even considered going anywhere else! We love the charming house and large porch and always book the same room which is beautiful. Delicious breakfasts made with fresh ingredients from her garden is yet another delightful experience. We look forward to our week in Newport all year!

  • Stayed October 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
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Skipton, United Kingdom
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“Best B & B in Newport”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 25, 2012

You cannot stay anywhere better in Newport for Bed & Breakfast than Romana's Armistead Cottage.

Welcoming and truly helpful and caring hosts, good food, great location. Rooms are perfectly clean and tidy with a homely atmosphere. Romana knows Newport inside out and only recommedns places she knows and loves from personal experience.

Of course there is the added bonus of the personally guided tour of the Carrot Museum, a truly unique experience, ANYWHERE in the world.

Room Tip: Wherever Ro places you, you will not be disappointed.
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  • Stayed June 2012, traveled solo
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
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Manchester
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“Best of Newport”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 25, 2012

BOOK IT IF YOU CAN GET IT !!!!! : ). Staying at the Armistead Cottage will be one of our favorite memories of our first trip to Newport. You will not find a more accommodating, helpful, welcoming hostess than Romana. She recommended the best places to eat and visit from a priceless locals perspective, and nailed it every time. The cottage is an easy walk to great sightseeing when the weather is right but start your sight seeing right there. Her impeccably neat home is furnished creatively and artistically with spectacular antiques. Do NOT short yourself time to REALLLY look through the carrot museum. Yes, you heard me. Her seemingly effortless breakfasts were delicious, and the conversation always warm and funny. We highly recommend staying here, and will be back for sure.

  • Stayed September 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
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“another great find”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 24, 2012

What a great stay we had here. Romana is the most friendly of hostesses, even providing home made cookies in the bedroom, and we felt really at home for the 4 nights we stayed at Armistead Cottage.Beautiful property both inside and out. Delicious cooked breakfast, which varied each morning. Good location as easy 10 minute walk into all amenities of Newport, including the Mansion Houses which are not to be missed. Lots of shops and restaurants in town and at the harbour area. Would love to return.

Room Tip: Lilac Room was a good choice, beautifully decorated and furnished.
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  • Stayed September 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
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Allentown, Pennsylvania
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“our stay at armistead b and b”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 23, 2012

we felt welcome the minute the door opened and romana greeted us...it was as though we knew her forever and were so impressed with their home...the great breakfasts and spotless house was over the top....met charles, also, and had a wonderful time chatting with him..how lucky we were, on our first trip to newport, ri...to find such a lovely place to stay and terrific couple that sure takes pride in making everyone feel at home.. thank you both for everything

Room Tip: i would absolutely recommend staying at armistead cottage..its like a home away from home
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  • Stayed September 2012, traveled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
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Also Known As:
Armistead Cottage Hotel
Armistead Cottage Hotel Newport
Address: 55 Hunter Ave., Newport, RI 02840
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Region: United States > Rhode Island > Newport
Amenities:
Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking
Hotel Style:
Ranked #8 of 101 B&Bs / Inns in Newport
Price Range: $$
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Armistead Cottage is a Victorian style bed and breakfast with two guest rooms offering elegant king or queen accommodations and all the comforts of home, such as air conditioning, private bathrooms, romantic fireplaces, flat screen cable televisions, with DVD/CD and WiFi. A full gourmet breakfast is included with your stay as well as free on site parking and more!!!! We are located within walking distance of Cliff Walk the beach and the beautiful downtown harbor with all its restaurants and shops. ... more   less 

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