The Vanderbilt, Auberge CollectionvsThe Francis Malbone House
Both properties are highly recommended by professional reviewers. Overall, Grace Vanderbilt is preferred by most writers compared to Francis Malbone House Inn. Grace Vanderbilt has a TripExpert Score of 81 with positive reviews from 6 sources such as Jetsetter, Oyster and Forbes Travel Guide.
The Vanderbilt, Auberge Collection
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Mr & Mrs Smith Fodor's
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41 Mary Street, Newport, RI 02840
From $292/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Travel + Leisure "The Vanderbilts gave the property to the city of Newport; it's been a hotel since 1997." Full review
Fodor's "This Grace Hotel property aims to impress, and does... the rooftop deck has cocktail service and a spectacular view of Newport Harbor." Full review
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Formal dining in Muse, serving the contemporary cuisine of chef Jonathan Cartwright of Maine's renowned White Barn Inn.
Tablet18.0
"The former Vanderbilt Hall, semi-miraculously tucked in to a quiet street in central Newport, has evolved with the times... so that the character of the place shines through." Full review
Jetsetter "Beaux-Arts beauty with a destination spa and French-inspired restaurant in the heart of tony Newport." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide "An impressive three-storey brick mansion tucked on a side street near Newport's bustling downtown, The Vanderbilt Grace hotel serves as a reminder of Newport's splendid past." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith "In the lovely Historic Hill neighbourhood of Newport, Rhode Island, Vanderbilt Grace hotel is a handsome red-bricked Gilded Age mansion that recalls a bygone era of stately elegance." Full review
Fodor's "Impressive vintage paintings used for magazine covers adorn the muted blue walls of the Vanderbilt Grace Hotel's intimate dining room, making this venue a favorite for a special-occasion dinner." Full review
U.S. News & World Report2.0
"Sitting near the waterfront in downtown Newport, Rhode Island, Vanderbilt is a member of the Auberge Resorts Collection hotel group." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Why did this hotel catch your attention? What's the vibe? Stepping into the lobby here is like stepping into the foyer of this Gilded Age mansion during its heyday a hundred years ago...." Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"Here authenticity means something quite different from museum-grade preservation. The former Vanderbilt Hall, semi-miraculously tucked in to a quiet street in central Newport, has evolved..." Full review
The Francis Malbone House Fodor's
Oyster U.S. News & World Report
Lonely Planet Fodor's
392 Thames St., Newport, RI 02840
From $0/night
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
- Free Parking
Fodor's "A lavish inn... all rooms have working gas fireplaces, and a dozen also have whirlpool tubs. A sumptuous breakfast is served." Full review
OysterUpscale
"An 18th century Georgian mansion turned bed-and-breakfast, the 18 room Francis Malbone House Inn is loaded with upscale charm." Full review
U.S. News & World Report6.0
"With a history dating back to the 18th century, The Francis Malbone House features elegant decor, antique furnishings and an idyllic atmosphere perfect for any celebration or romantic getaway." Full review
Lonely Planet "Beautifully decorated and immaculately kept with a lush garden, it is one of Newport's finest inns." Full review
Fodor's "The painted-brick main house, which overlooks a private courtyard with a fountain and, across the street, the harbor, features rooms with working gas fireplaces; a dozen rooms also have..." Full review
