The Hotel Providence

Address

4 Star Hotel
139 Mathewson Street City Center Providence
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Lonely Planet review

If a stylish boutique hotel fits the bill, this is the finest place in Providence to lay your head. If you're taking in a play or a concert, you're in luck, as it's right in the midst of the theater district.

You know you're in for a treat when you walk into the lobby of this luxurious boutique hotel. Marble floors, sumptuous leather chairs, rich wood paneling - it's one class act. The building - actually, the entire neighborhood - is on the National Register of Historic Places. The Hotel Providence seamlessly merges Old World charm with posh state-of-the-art comforts such as ergonomic chairs, pillowtop beds and fluffy down comforters. Original artwork by Nancy Friese (who chairs the Rhode Island School of Design's graduate program) sets a decorative tone. The graceful building dates back to the 19th century. The antique ambience gives little hint that the place was converted into a hotel just a couple of years ago. One caveat: the street, in the midst of the entertainment district, sees some night action, so light sleepers may want to request a room in the back.

Services & facilities

  • Accessibility
    • Elevator/lift
  • Bureau de Change/ATM
    • Atm/banking
  • Concierge
    • Concierge desk
  • Bar
    • Bar/lounge
  • Guest services
    • Porter/bellhop
    • 24-hour front desk
    • Room service (limited hours)
  • Air Conditioning
    • Air-conditioned public areas
  • Non-smoking
    • Smoke-free property
  • Cards accepted
    • American express
    • Discover
    • Visa
    • Carte blanche
    • Diners club
    • Mastercard
  • Pets
    • Pet policy - dogs only
    • Pets allowed
  • Restaurant/CafĂ©
    • Restaurant
  • Housekeeping
    • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Parking
    • Valet parking
  • Recreation
    • Fitness facilities
  • Wi-Fi/internet access
    • Free Wi-Fi

Description

Location. The Hotel Providence is located close to Providence Performing Arts Center, Kennedy Plaza, and Rhode Island State Capitol Building. Additional points of interest include Providence City Hall and Rhode Island Convention Center.

Hotel Features. The Hotel Providence features a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Room service is available during limited hours. Recreational amenities include a fitness facility. This 4-star property has a business center and offers small meeting rooms, audiovisual equipment, and business services. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available in public areas. The property has event space consisting of banquet facilities, conference/meeting rooms, and a ballroom. Guest parking is available for a surcharge. Additional property amenities include a concierge desk, ATM/banking services, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. This is a smoke-free property.

Guestrooms. 80 air-conditioned guestrooms at The Hotel Providence feature CD players and coffee/tea makers. Beds come with pillowtop mattresses and premium bedding. Bathrooms feature makeup/shaving mirrors, designer toiletries, bathrobes, and hair dryers. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. In addition to desks and safes, guestrooms offer multi-line phones with voice mail. Televisions have premium cable channels. Rooms also include irons/ironing boards and clock radios. Guests may request a turndown service, refrigerators, and wake-up calls. Housekeeping is available daily.

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