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A two-story house with a porch, large windows, and a front door.

A large, two-story house with a covered porch and a patio area with outdoor furniture.

A bedroom with a large bed, a grey sofa, a chandelier, and a patterned wall.

A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a chandelier, and potted plants.

1. Serenity Inn Newport

Historic Hill, 1.8 km from Exploration Center and Aquarium

Mona

SAR 604

SAR 689 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A spacious living area with a large marble island, a fireplace, and a modern staircase.

A deck with white furniture, a table with a pitcher of lemonade, and a view of houses in the background.

A spacious living area with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a marble countertop, and a central island with a plant.

2. The Newport Lofts – 543 Thames Street

Yachting Village, 2.3 km from Exploration Center and Aquarium

Derek

SAR 1,131

SAR 2,134 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A two-story house with a porch, an American flag, and well-maintained hedges.

A room with a black leather chair, a small round table with a lamp, a red book, and a map.

A two-story house with a well-maintained front yard, a flag, and a sign that reads "Windsome."

A living room with a fireplace, a patterned rug, a leather ottoman, a ceiling fan, and a kitchen area visible through an open door.

3. Windsome Bed & Breakfast

Off Broadway, 1.5 km from Exploration Center and Aquarium

John

SAR 1,128

SAR 1,285 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A spacious living room with a grey sofa, a round coffee table, and a black armchair.

A residential area with a street view, houses, and a marina in the background.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a marble island, and pendant lighting.

A modern living room with a gray sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a staircase leading to a second floor.

4. The Newport Lofts - 595 Thames Street

Downtown Newport, 2.4 km from Exploration Center and Aquarium

Melissa

SAR 1,131

SAR 2,134 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A rooftop patio with outdoor furniture, including a table with a fruit bowl, surrounded by large umbrellas.

A brick building with large windows and a prominent entrance.

A person riding a bicycle with a basket on a street.

A hotel room with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor seating area with chairs and a table.

5. Mill Street Inn

Historic Hill, 1.8 km from Exploration Center and Aquarium

Stanley

SAR 549

SAR 632 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A stone archway leading to a patio area with two chairs and a potted plant.

A building with a sign reading "THE SHED" above a door, surrounded by greenery.

A wooden-floored hallway with a rattan bench, a potted plant, and a painting on the wall.

A narrow brick pathway flanked by wooden fences and a tree, leading to a gated entrance.

6. Town & Tide Inn

Bellevue Avenue Historic District, 1.2 km from Exploration Center and Aquarium

William

SAR 604

SAR 689 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A large, historic house with a well-maintained garden and a central fire feature.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, a plaid armchair, a blue ottoman, and a vase with dried flowers.

A room with a large window, a sofa with yellow cushions, a white vase with yellow flowers, and a wooden coffee table.

A bay window with a view of a body of water, a vase with flowers, and a book titled "PIERRE FREY" on a table.

7. Cliffside Inn

Cliff Walk, 1 km from Exploration Center and Aquarium

Marilyn

SAR 906

SAR 1,033 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A two-story house with a covered porch and a garage.

A bedroom with a fireplace, a bed with a floral bedspread, a small table with a bottle and glasses, and a television on the wall.

A room with a dark brown leather bench, a vase with flowers, and a red carpet.

A staircase with white balusters and wooden handrails, leading to a landing with a blue chair and a painting.

8. Admiral Sims' House

Top of the Hill, 0.9 km from Exploration Center and Aquarium

Christopher

SAR 634

SAR 723 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor patio with round tables and blue and white wicker chairs, overlooking a town with a church steeple.

A dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a bench along the wall, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A marina with boats docked, surrounded by residential buildings and a clear sky.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, two chairs, a television, and a kitchenette.

9. The Outlook Inn

Downtown Newport, 1.9 km from Exploration Center and Aquarium

Lynn

SAR 604

SAR 695 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central column, and a glass railing overlooking a lower level.

A marina with multiple boats docked, a clear sky, and a bridge in the background.

A spacious room with a high ceiling, large windows, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a seating area with sofas.

A spacious lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a television screen.

10. The Brenton Hotel

Downtown Newport, 2.2 km from Exploration Center and Aquarium

Andrea T

SAR 1,449

SAR 1,658 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A stone pathway leading to a garden with a decorative fountain, surrounded by various plants and flowers.

A spacious living room with a view of the water, featuring a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and lamps.

A luxurious hotel lobby with a bar, seating areas, and a fireplace.

A large, elegant house with a well-maintained garden and a view of the sea.

11. The Chanler at Cliff Walk

Cliff Walk, 0.8 km from Exploration Center and Aquarium

Cindy

SAR 3,175

SAR 3,626 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A marina with boats docked, a covered area with people, and a building with a sloped roof.

A grand staircase with red carpeted steps, a wooden chair with a red cushion, a desk with a lamp, and a door marked "EXIT".

A grand entryway with a fireplace, elegant furniture, and a red carpet leading to a staircase.

A large, multi-story stone building with a symmetrical facade, large windows, and a well-maintained lawn in front.

12. Francis Malbone House Inn

Yachting Village, 2.1 km from Exploration Center and Aquarium

Haley

SAR 997

SAR 1,142 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A two-story building with a white exterior, a front porch with a staircase, and flower boxes on the balconies.

A room with a wooden bed, a patterned sofa, a dresser, and a mirror.

A traditional living room with a fireplace, wooden furniture, and a television mounted on the wall.

A hotel room with a striped sofa, a small table with a lamp, a staircase, and a bathroom with a bathtub.

13. Hydrangea House

Top of the Hill, 1.6 km from Exploration Center and Aquarium

John

SAR 854

SAR 994 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Nov - 27 Nov

A grand staircase with wooden railings and a patterned rug leading to a dining area with a table and chairs.

A two-story house with a front entrance, a stone pillar, and a brick pathway leading to the door.

A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a chair, and a window with blinds.

A dining area with a glass table, striped cushioned chairs, and potted plants.

14. Hilltop Inn

Downtown Newport, 1.6 km from Exploration Center and Aquarium

LARA

SAR 1,028

SAR 1,266 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A grand wooden staircase with a chandelier, a fireplace with a painting above it, and a wooden railing.

A grand staircase with ornate railings and a chandelier, leading to a second floor.

A garden with a sign reading "By Lodge."

A large, two-story house with a prominent tower, a wrap-around porch, and a well-maintained garden.

15. Ivy Lodge Bed & Breakfast

Bellevue Avenue Historic District, 1.9 km from Exploration Center and Aquarium

Sam

SAR 1,182

SAR 1,348 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern kitchen with a stone backsplash, wooden cabinets, and a bar area with stools.

A bedroom with a large bed, a decorative wall piece, a small bedside table, and a nightstand.

A two-story building with a cafe named 'Ben & Jerry's' on the ground floor and a shop named 'Kaffeology' on the second floor.

A spacious living area with a kitchen, a sofa set, and a coffee table.

16. The Newport Lofts - 359 Thames Street

Yachting Village, 2.1 km from Exploration Center and Aquarium

Matthew

SAR 1,257

SAR 2,271 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A beach with a long stretch of sand and a few buildings in the background.

A hallway with a wall-mounted starfish decoration, a potted plant, and a blue carpet.

A living room with a beige sofa, white coffee table, and a painting of a sunset over water.

A house with a stone foundation, a white porch railing, and a window with a white frame.

17. Rhea's Inn By The Sea

0.6 km from Exploration Center and Aquarium

Stephen

SAR 584

SAR 666 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A wooden deck with white railings overlooking a body of water, with chairs and a vase of flowers.

A marina with multiple boats docked, a bridge in the background, and buildings along the waterfront.

An aerial view of a coastal town with a marina filled with boats, residential buildings, and a prominent church.

A gym with cardio machines, dumbbells, and a bench.

18. Wellington Resort

Yachting Village, 2.3 km from Exploration Center and Aquarium

Sami

SAR 659

SAR 757 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious room with a large bed, two armchairs, a small table, and a view of the sea through large windows.

A multi-story hotel with a brick facade, balconies, and a name sign.

A marina with boats docked, a wooden pier, and multi-story buildings with balconies.

A balcony with a view of a dock and water, a white railing, and a sofa with cushions.

19. Harborside Inn

Yachting Village, 2.2 km from Exploration Center and Aquarium

Thomas

SAR 774

SAR 963 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a stone fireplace, blue seating, and a bar area.

An indoor pool area with clear glass walls, a pool, and lounge chairs.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, TV, and a balcony with a view.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a small table, and a window with curtains.

20. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Middletown Newport Area

3 km from Exploration Center and Aquarium

Peter

SAR 380

SAR 433 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Exploration Center and Aquarium

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Serenity Inn Newport	10.0 Exceptional 716 reviews	View
The Newport Lofts – 543 Thames Street	10.0 Exceptional 11 reviews	View
Windsome Bed & Breakfast	10.0 Exceptional 41 reviews	View
The Newport Lofts - 595 Thames Street	10.0 Exceptional 10 reviews	View
Mill Street Inn	9.8 Exceptional 1,004 reviews	View

Top Exploration Center and Aquarium Hotel Reviews

The Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect location."

Wyndham Newport Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Free shuttle to downtown Newport was very convenient"

Newport Beach Hotel & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"The 4th floor room was large and well maintained. The bathroom appeared to have been recently re-done. The view was spectacular! The breakfast area was large, clean and there was a large choice of breakfast food. All the staff were helpful and friendly."

Easton's Beach House: Steps to the Beach. Last Summer Nights Available!

10/10 Excellent

"Great location and excellent hosts.The house was clean, comfortable, and tastefully decorated. It's a short walk to the beach and the location also provides easy access to Newport, the Cliff Walk, and Middletown. Host communication is wonderful and we enjoyed the welcome wine and chocolate."

Walk to beach, Huge deck off kitchen, roof-deck, king master, close to town

10/10 Excellent

"This beautiful home worked out very well for us and our extended family. The home was super clean, and the kitchen was very well equipped with everything we needed. The accommodations were excellent and we appreciated the family allowing us to stay there with short notice. Excellent location and beautiful views!"

Newport - Exclusive Renfrew Park Beach House Waterview Apartment, Central A/C

10/10 Excellent

"Always fun to stay in an adorable local rental! The host was amazing and super responsive before and during our stay. Location was great, and the property was clean and comfortable...we appreciated the bright, updated bathroom, coffee maker (and half and half in the fridge!), iron and ironing board, parking space and beautiful quiet neighborhood. Part of its charm is that it's on the top floor and has slanted ceilings, so just take note if you're tall."

Be on the Beach! Awesome Oceanfront Living Close to Downtown Dining Amazing View

10/10 Excellent

"A beautiful location and a house full with everything you could need and more!!!! A wonderful stay and a very thoughtful host!"

Beach Haven by STAY Newport

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful spot for the whole family. Beach walks, lovely porch and the indoor pool for our cloudy day. Perfect."

The Beach Cabanas by STAY

8/10 Good

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Other attractions near Exploration Center and Aquarium

A beach volleyball game on a sandy shore with houses in the background.

Easton's Beach

9.0/10 (1,034 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Easton's Beach during your travels in Newport? Amble around the area's waterfront or seek out the local tours.

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A lifeguard tower on a beach with a cloudy sky and ocean waves in the background.

Atlantic Beach

9.0/10 (348 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Atlantic Beach during your trip to Newport East?

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A coastal town with a prominent waterfront, lush greenery, and a mix of residential and commercial buildings.

Cliff Walk

9.6/10 (1,437 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Cliff Walk and enjoy the boating in Newport. Stroll along the area's seaside, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

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Newport Art Museum

You can study the exhibits at Newport Art Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Newport. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.

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Redwood Library and Athenauem

Learn about the local history of Newport with a stop at Redwood Library and Athenauem. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.

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Old Stone Mill

Learn about the local history of Newport with a stop at Old Stone Mill. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.

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Chepstow

Learn about the local history of Newport with a stop at Chepstow. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Exploration Center and Aquarium?

Exploration Center and Aquarium is located in a historic area of Newport known for its array of dining options and sailing. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 228 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Exploration Center and Aquarium?

Adjacent to Exploration Center and Aquarium, Newport Beach Hotel & Suites is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Other good options within a short distance include Atlantic Beach Hotel Newport and Hotel Viking.

How many hotels will I find close to Exploration Center and Aquarium?

Expedia has 228 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Exploration Center and Aquarium.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Exploration Center and Aquarium, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer near Exploration Center and Aquarium.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Exploration Center and Aquarium?

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What can I see and do near Exploration Center and Aquarium?

You'll want to browse the collections at International Tennis Hall of Fame and Museum, Newport Mansions, and Naval War College Museum. Touro Synagogue, The Breakers, and Rosecliff are notable landmarks to explore if you're in the area. You can watch performances at Jane Pickens Theater, Newport Playhouse, and Firehouse Theater if you're interested in local theater.

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Our top choices for Exploration Center and Aquarium hotels

1. Serenity Inn Newport

2. The Newport Lofts – 543 Thames Street

3. Windsome Bed & Breakfast

4. The Newport Lofts - 595 Thames Street

5. Mill Street Inn

6. Town & Tide Inn

7. Cliffside Inn

8. Admiral Sims' House

9. The Outlook Inn

10. The Brenton Hotel

11. The Chanler at Cliff Walk

12. Francis Malbone House Inn

13. Hydrangea House

14. Hilltop Inn

15. Ivy Lodge Bed & Breakfast

16. The Newport Lofts - 359 Thames Street

17. Rhea's Inn By The Sea

18. Wellington Resort

19. Harborside Inn

20. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Middletown Newport Area

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Top Exploration Center and Aquarium Hotel Reviews

The Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina

Wyndham Newport Hotel

Newport Beach Hotel & Suites

Easton's Beach House: Steps to the Beach. Last Summer Nights Available!

Walk to beach, Huge deck off kitchen, roof-deck, king master, close to town

Newport - Exclusive Renfrew Park Beach House Waterview Apartment, Central A/C

Be on the Beach! Awesome Oceanfront Living Close to Downtown Dining Amazing View

Beach Haven by STAY Newport

The Beach Cabanas by STAY

Other attractions near Exploration Center and Aquarium

Easton's Beach

Atlantic Beach

Cliff Walk

Newport Art Museum

Redwood Library and Athenauem

Old Stone Mill

Chepstow

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