Skip to main content
  1. Hotel reviews homepage
  2. USA hotel reviews
  3. Rhode Island hotel reviews
  4. Newport hotel reviews
  5. Reviews of Harbor Base Inn

Reviews of Harbor Base Inn 2 stars

372 Coddington Highway, Newport, RI 02840, United States

#30 of 31 hotels in Newport

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 536 hotel reviews

6.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    6.8

  • Comfort

    6.8

  • Location

    7.8

  • Facilities

    6.3

  • Staff

    7.7

  • Value for money

    7.0

  • Free WiFi

    6.6

100% verified reviews

Real guests. Real stays. Real opinions.

Read more- opens a dialog box
Write a review

Showing 1 – 25

  • Reviewed: 3 September 2025

    5.0
    Bad stay!
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room with Two Double Beds - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The property was generally dirty. There were cigarette holes in the bedding and hair on the shower walls. The towels were yellowed, and there were no basic amenities such as a kettle, cutlery, or crockery. The internet was extremely slow—I couldn’t even stream a Netflix movie.

    Close to Newport

    Stayed in September 2025

  • Reviewed: 1 September 2025

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Double Room with Two Double Beds - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bathroom had no place to put anything on sink. Bedframe metal was sticking out. Hurt my ankle. Bottom of bathroom door needs to be shaved. Need to open hard and close hard. Blind in bathroom broken, can see in. Two ice machines outside don't work. Office was closed Sunday at 9am. Coffee and breakfast area but not open.

    Location

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 1 September 2025

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Close to town

    Only for a couple of hours stay left early in the morning

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 August 2025

    5.0
    Your Last Resort.....
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard King Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night

    Your typical old style 1960 Hotel. The Hotel is outdated. Needs major, major upgrades. The Office was close in the morning, so No Coffee or Breakfast. On a major road, so getting out of the driveway took some time. Especially if you're trying to make a left turn.

    The location was great. Not far from all the active tourist area. Plenty of parking. Great brewery down the road. The price was fair, if comparing to the top Hotel chain in the area. They were very pricey. Room was comfortable. Everything worked, A/C, Bathroom, Television. so a plus.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 18 August 2025

    7.0
    The Harbor Base Inn was inexpensive and was clean and quiet.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room with Two Double Beds - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Is an older motel. So is not statement in fashion. Don’t think wi fi is available.

    Location was reasonable and close to Newport attractions. The price was attractive for clean facilities. Was quiet and peaceful and close to shops and services while not in middle of touristing crowds.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 12 August 2025

    5.0
    The room was very clean. I was hoping for an early checking in but it was not granted. I left a day earlier l, not becau
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room with Two Double Beds - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    One front dest staff was not friendly

    The location

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 August 2025

    6.0
    bad wifi and cell phone signak
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night

    the wifi can not be used

    it is clean

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 4 August 2025

    5.0
    Would never choose to stay there again
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not in good shape. There were weekly and monthly units on the same property as the daily units. These long term rentals were very run down.

    Not much

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 July 2025

    6.0
    Passable
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was for the most part what I expected a place to sleep. Shower water didnt get all that hot and didn't have all that much pressure. Cell service was minimal it was mostly what I expected. Bed was comfortable. On the plus side it was right next to the bus stop.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 July 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    ....

    Decent for a one nighter.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 July 2025

    5.0
    Passable
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The musty smell!!! The floors were disgusting dirty. You couldn't walk bear foot because the soles of your feet would get totally black. Is that black mold??? Wipe the floors and see how much black stuff you pick up. Is that the smell of mold?

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 17 July 2025

    6.0
    Good for a 1 night stay. Just as expected for only $100.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Could have been cleaner.

    Great location, better toilet paper than any Marriott hotel we stay at, and very cold AC.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 July 2025

    6.0
    Would not consider staying there again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard King Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No phone, no bedside light because cord was too short, had to move end table to the center of the room to use my CPAP with an extension cord that I had brought with me, no grab rails in bathroom or tub, floor was slippery, 3 strips in bottom of tub not enough for safety.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 2 July 2025

    6.0
    Went to Newport
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard King Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The beds were too low and mattresses were too soft. Not enough electrical outlets. Looks like the place needs electrical upgrading

    Close to Newport

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 1 July 2025

    7.0
    Tight fit
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard King Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The sink was in a small "room, or nook" across from the toilet and tub. Both rooms were on the small size.

    Friendly staff. Nice sized room. Clean and the bed was okay.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 25 June 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Sink and tub didn’t drain properly

    Beds were very comfortable, room was large

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 June 2025

    7.0
    Clean and good value
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Maybe this is not typical, but the motel office was locked in the morning, so we did not have access to coffee and I had to call the phone number on the door to find out how to check out. Better communication up front would be helpful. The property could also use some TLC around the exterior- it has a slightly abandoned feel.

    The location was very convenient for getting to downtown Newport. The staff was friendly and the room was clean and nicely updated.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 May 2025

    5.0
    It was okay for my short stay, but I wouldn't recommend it for a long one
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night

    Room floor was not clean. Staff were not there in the office nearly all the time, you need to call them and wait for about 20 minutes till they show up. Ice and water dispensers were out of order.

    Value for money was okay, parking was inside the motel which was very convenient. The location was near multiple points of interest

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 May 2025

    6.0
    The staff was friendly and nice but there were some problems with the stay, most importantly no Wifi
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night

    My room was not ready until an hour after check-in time. The two ice machines and the soda machine were broken. The Wifi did not work and even my cell phone hotspot did not function. (Apparently this is due to the naval base across the street, so the hotel is aware of this problem.)

    There was no breakfast.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 14 May 2025

    5.0
    Stay here if you have no other options or if it very close to where you want to be.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No amenities, No extra towels or blankets, no coffee in the room or even in the office, price was twice the normal rate, nobody available for checkout, had to wait to check in.

    It was quiet as we were at the back of the property. The room was clean.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 April 2025

    5.0
    Passable
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard King Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Sheets could be cleaned better.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 January 2025

    5.0
    Ok for the money
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard King Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No coffee maker or hair dryer. Shower curtain dirty

    Plenty of room

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 November 2024

    6.0
    This Hotel consistently meets my needs for a short term stay while visiting Newport.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night

    No coffee available. No coffeemaker. No ice machine. Your feet will turn black if they are wet and you walk around on the floor of the room, so keep your shoes on!

    I liked that my room at this Hotel was clean upon my arrival with great water pressure and hot water to enjoy in the shower. I liked that my room was equipped with a microwave and refrigerator with freezer compartment. I liked that my room had excellent TV service and internet access. I liked that the beds in my room were comfortable (not too firm not too soft). I liked that my room had adequate heat for a cold November night. I liked that this Hotel is located convenient to downtown Newport, yet far enough away to avoid the traffic and congestion. I have stayed at this Hotel on 3 separate occasions and plan to return again. I liked that this Hotel maintains a "no frills" attitude and remains affordable unlike most all other Newport properties.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 November 2024

    5.0
    A mediocre experience.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Tried to checkin around 7pm and the office was locked ( I had a reservation prepaid ). The WiFi was terrible. The pillows were old and lumpy - as were the replacements.

    No breakfast. Fair location. Good price.

    Stayed in November 2024

Showing 1 – 25

We Price Match
We Price Match
Low rates • No booking fees • Find cheaper? We'll refund the difference!

Guests also reviewed these properties: