The Vanderbilt, Auberge Resorts Collection
Rhode Island
The Vanderbilt brings a different strand of Newport history into focus: the downtown mansion rather than the oceanfront estate. Once owned by Alfred Gwynne Vanderbilt, the house has been reinterpreted as a hotel with a deliberately social character. The interiors make room for playful detail. A discreet bar sits within a parlour inspired by Doris Duke, while commissioned still-life paintings, rich colours and collected objects give the public rooms an individual identity. Accommodation spans guest rooms and suites within this historic setting. The Dining Room and Conservatory provide different settings for meals, and the hotel's programme extends to experiences such as oyster exploration, classic-car outings and traditional scrimshaw. These activities connect the mansion to Newport's broader coastal culture. Its location makes it a useful starting point for exploring town, with the Cliff Walk and other excursions forming part of a longer itinerary. The strongest reason to choose The Vanderbilt is the combination of architectural history and lively gathering spaces, allowing the house itself to become part of the visit.