Renaissance Providence Downtown Hotel

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Renaissance Hotels & Resorts
8.8 (621 reviews)
5 Avenue of the Arts , Providence , US

Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Business center
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean hotel
Great location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Uncomfortable beds
Service inconsistencies
Extra charges for amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
8.88
Guests noted a clean hotel, indicating good cleanliness standards.
Service
9.35
Friendly staff and helpful service, although some issues with untrained staff were mentioned.
Location
9.39
Great location with many amenities in walking distance.
Room Quality
8.34
Room quality was decent but criticized due to uncomfortable beds.
Amenities
8.37
Good amenities noted, though some guests expressed a desire for more options like a pool.
Value for Money
8.33
Experience diminished by extra charges and fees, leading to a perception of poor value.
Food and Beverage
8.88
Restaurant and food options appeared satisfactory, with no major complaints.
Overall Experience
8.85
Overall experience was good, despite some specific service issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 14:12

Property Description

Historic Charm with Modern Comforts

State-of-the-Art Accommodations: The Renaissance Providence Hotel, originally built in 1929, seamlessly blends historic charm with modern amenities. Enjoy a 24-hour fitness center, wireless internet, and spacious meeting facilities during your stay.

Dining Excellence at The Temple: Indulge in elegant American cuisine at the on-site Temple restaurant, open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Delight your taste buds with a culinary experience that complements your stay.

Prime Location for Exploration: Nestled in downtown Providence's Capitol District, our smoke-free hotel is just minutes away from attractions like Roger Williams Park and Zoo. Immerse yourself in the city's history and culture with ease.

Book your stay at the Renaissance Providence Hotel today and experience the perfect blend of luxury and convenience.

Important information:

Upon check-in photo identification and credit card is required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: PVD

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 621 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.88
Service: 9.35
Location: 9.39
Room Quality: 8.34
Amenities: 8.37
Value for Money: 8.33
Food and Beverage: 8.88
Overall Experience: 8.85
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Anne • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Tobias • solo_traveller • de
6
Pros:

Great location, comfortable beds and a lovely building.

Cons:

The internet was not working at all, despite multiple requests at reception. Very poor service and unfriendly staff, especially at check-in. That is simply unacceptable for a hotel at this level.

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Janelle • couple • us
9
Great location, beautiful hotel, friendly service!
Pros:

Really lovely building, substantial architecture and fixtures. Felt solid, quality. Room was quiet, spacious, very clean, comfortable bed. Friendly reception area, quick valet service, excellent location near the train station, beautiful view of the capitol building.

Cons:

I would have liked a better coffee maker with more coffee in the room. We did not eat at the property so I can’t speak to the dining options. I’d like to return so I can try the restaurant.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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joseph • couple • us
10
Pros:

Clean

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Catherine • couple • gb
10
A Grand Hotel just up for the Amtrak station; great location
Pros:

Arrived in Providence by Amtrak for a two-night stay; the Renaissance is a few minutes walk uphill from the station. The Renaissance is a grand palace of a place just opposite the State House. It's a short walk downtown into the historic bit and the river walks, the Rhode Island School of Design (RSID, free on Sundays) and the canals with the famous Fire Walks (arrived a day too late!). Benefit Street worth a walk for the the old shiplap houses. The breakfast is good and served a la carte; we had a nice dinner here one night as well. There's a Cheesecake Factory just down from the hotel that's open from 11.00am that's lively and fun.

Cons:

It's not a complaint but I'm not keen on hotels where you can't open the windows. The aircon always seemed to be on even when switched off, leaving the room feeling somewhat damp. And a message to hotels across the world - please put a mirror over the desk for grooming - no one wants to share a steamy bathroom for hair, makeup etc!

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Linda • couple • us
10
Pros:

Every thy

Cons:

Parking

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Jeff • couple • us
10
2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Oleksandr • couple • us
10
2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Jenniffer • extended_group • us
7
2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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John • extended_group • us
8
2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Kai • solo_traveller • de
9
Super zentrales Hotel mit tollen Zimmern
Pros:

Super zentrale Lage, tolles Gebäude

Cons:

Teures Valet Parken

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Mark • solo_traveller • us
9
I would stay again.
Pros:

Clean and modern and spacious bathroom and shower

Cons:

Location is a bit isolated

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Sarou • couple • us
9
2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Darrell • couple • us
10
2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Dionilo • couple • ph
10
Just the Hair Blower, not functional
2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Vitalii • extended_group • us
9
2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
אמיר • extended_group • il
10
2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Massimo • family_with_children • it
8
Pros:

Ottimo ristorante interno

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Orethea • extended_group • us
10
2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Michael • couple • us
9
A surprise. The architecture and ambiance was a delight
Pros:

Overall the facility was so well-designed. It was a treat for the eyes! A/C was a bit noisy so we turned it off at bedtime. Room was commodious and well furnished/decorated. We requested a view of the State Capitol building but for whatever reason, we got the parking lot view. It was a last-minute booking but that view would have been exceptional. The bar on the lower level was great - friendly bartender. The location across from the Providence Center was great - haven't been inside a mall in forever. Will definitely stay here again.

Cons:

A room with a better view would have been nice - a bowl of fruit in the lobby and a mini-fridge in the room would have been appreciated. Nothing to dislike.

2026-08-05 • via Nuitee