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A fresh take on a Newport hotel, The Wayfinder pairs coastal design with home-grown talent to create a mindful and unstrained hotel experience that highlights Rhode Island’s relaxed free-spirited energy.
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Unexpected Color Combinations We’re Stealing From This Funky New Hotel
“Although Newport is a quintessential New England town, don't expect to find an abundance of nautical stripes and shiplap at the Wayfinder. Instead, the design team … was inspired by the natural beauty of Newport’s rocky coastline and the warmth of the town itself.”
Architectural Digest
A Design Lover’s Guide to Safe Summer Road Trips
“Traveling safely doesn’t mean sacrificing aesthetics—or fun. For a stylish take on the classic New England road trip, start in Newport, where the new “anti-nautical” Wayfinder Hotel, debuted with rooms individually furnished with vintage touches and local art...”
Boston Globe
Here, There, and Everywhere – A New Newport hotel
“Say goodbye to stuffy, gilded (and expensive) accommodations and say hello to The Wayfinder Hotel’s contemporary take on coastal style.”
8 Charming Small Towns to Spend Memorial Day In
"Book a room at The Wayfinder, a dog-friendly hotel that's imbued with a relaxed, free-spirited energy. Soak in the sun at the property's Poolshack and enjoy bites like poke bowls and fresh ceviche."
Review: The Wayfinder
"With a more favorable price point and a more casual atmosphere than its neighbors, the Wayfinder is the place to stay if you’re looking for an affordable, personality-driven, and Insta-friendly hotel in Newport."
The World's Best New Hotels: Northeast USA
"Nostalgia for mid-century Americana has made its way to Newport’s yacht-filled harbor."
On the Road Again
“Pairs coastal design with local talent to create a mindful, relaxed hotel experience that highlights Rhode Island’s free-spirited energy.”
Coastal Chic, Not Cliche, Guides Newport’s Wayfinder Hotel
"There’s another side to the City by the Sea, one that is less boat shoes and more boho. Rooted in a rich tradition of furniture-making and music."
The Six Best Northeastern Summer Getaways for 2020
“Newport has long been known as a New England retreat, and this summer it got even more idyllic with the opening of new hotel...”
The Best Weekend Getaways from Boston
“In a historic resort town where many grande dame hotels can air on the dusty, been-there-done-that side, this...”
13 Best Road Trips From NYC
“Only a three-hour drive from NYC, Newport is a must-visit for all East Coast road trippers.”
10 New Luxury Hotels in the US That Are (Finally) Opening This Summer
“Opened in May, Newport’s newest hotel is a true homage to the destination.“
Hotel Openings to Look Forward to in 2020
”Amenities include an outdoor pool, pet-friendly programming, and a rotating selection of local food trucks serving classic New England bites.”
