Places to Stay

Hotel

Aloft Providence Downtown

In a corner building 4 minutes’ walk from the Providence River, this casual hotel is a 12-minute walk from Brown University, less than a mile from I-95 and 3 miles from the Roger Williams Park Zoo. The modern rooms have Wi-Fi, TVs, minifridges, and tea and coffeemaking facilities. Upgraded rooms add river views, while suites feature living areas with sofas. There are 2 bars, including one on the roof. Other amenities consist of a fitness center, a convenience store and meeting rooms. Breakfast and valet parking are available. Check-in time: 3:00 PM; Check-out time: 12:00 PM

Hotel

The Beatrice

Set within a former bank building dating from the 19th century, this high-end hotel is 6 minutes' walk from Providence Performing Arts Center, a 10-minute walk from Providence Place Mall and a mile from Interstate 95. Refined rooms feature Wi-Fi, smart TVs and Nespresso machines, plus minifridges and in-room fitness equipment. Upgraded rooms add sitting areas. A suite provides a living room. There's a coffee shop and a gym, in addition to a swanky Italian restaurant and a rooftop bar. Parking is available. Check-in time: 4:00 PM; Check-out time: 11:00 AM

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Graduate by Hilton Providence

Across the street from Burnside Park, this landmark 1920s hotel is a 4-minute walk from the Rhode Island Convention Center. The sophisticated, modern rooms are equipped with minifridges, flat-screen TVs, iPod docks and free WiFi. Suites add a separate living area. Amenities include an on-site steak and seafood restaurant, a Starbucks, a full-service spa, a fitness center and valet parking (surcharge). The hotel has 19,000 sq ft of event space, including a grand ballroom. Check-in time: 4:00 PM; Check-out time: 11:00 AM