Merilee is the owner of this small hostel. She takes good care of the place and of her guests. She always was cheerful and had great advice on where to go for lunch and dinner. I went to the following places:
+ Sardella's on 300 Memorial Drive ($8 dinner and live music; Keith behind the bar was a great host)
+ Flo's Clam Shack at Easton Beach. We had the Friday Special: a big chunk of beef prime ribs for $10
It was homecooking for the rest of my stay. The kitchen is clean and it is fun to cook there.

The Cliffwalk was the best for me. It has a gorgous view of the ocean. It was providing so much Zen; walking there in the morning.

The library of Newport is only 2 blocks away. It was my fav hangout when it rained.

Merilee took us also on a 1-2 hour walking tour of Newport. She is very knowledgeable and knows everyone and all the good places for coffee and live music and sunsets.

I am looking forward to my next stay.

Surrounded by hotels that are twice as expensive, this well located inn/hostel place was a great find. My husband and I stayed in a private room off of the kitchen/common room. We pushed the two single beds together which worked great. The friendly host was good about keeping guests quiet at night, so despite the thin screen that separated us from the common area, we slept very well. The place was clean enough, though with several people sharing a bathroom, it was not spotless. All in all, it was a comfortable place to stay that reminded me a bit of my grandmother's house. The location was fantastic, being right in downtown Newport. However, parking is a good 10 minute walk - so make sure you drop your stuff off first. Thanks to the host for recommending Flo's Seafood Shack - we really enjoyed it!

We headed from Boston in the morning making phone call to book the room quite late (12hrs prior to arrival) which was no problem at all, however it was late Fall. During the conversation we were giving great traveling options for us to see along the way and evryone turned out to be perfect. The restraunt advice once we arrived was superb and the overall service in regards of things to do was amazing.
The room was very clean and comfortable to sleep in. Breakfast was simple and satisfying with a great discussion about the local area with Merrilee (owner).
Had a great time in Newport and it wouldn`t have been the same if we stayed somewhere else.

I will be heading back to this place with my girlfriend in the spring for sure.

Enjoy.

Marylee -the owner- is very helpful and nice, if there's no room in her house, she'll help you find one. Every night she walks you around Newport. Breakfast included. Ended up staying two nights longer than planned.