Downtown Providence, RI Hotel Near Brown University
Whether you are here to visit Brown University or you have a meeting at the Convention Center, we have the perfect accommodations for you. Our Providence, RI hotel is near downtown, on Route 195 and is convenient to several other cities, including Boston, Cape Cod and Newport. We have an absolutely perfect location that will keep you in the center of everything that happens in Providence, Rhode Island. Our hotel near Brown University is situated near many of the highest rated tourist attractions in Providence, such as Roger Williams Park Zoo, historic East side and Providence Place Mall. We offer the perfect place for you to stay during your Providence vacation.
Our downtown Providence, RI hotel is near the following attractions:
Brown University 45 Prospect St Providence, RI 02912 Explore the campus of one of the best educational institutions in America, Brown University, where the mission of the school is based on obtaining, preserving and sharing knowledge with the world. (401) 863-1000 1.5 miles
Convention Center One Sabin Street Providence, RI 02903-1814 Located in the heart of downtown Providence and close to our hotel, the Convention Center is a multipurpose facility that hosts a variety of events year-round, including concerts, trade shows, receptions and other events. (401) 458-6000 2.5 miles
Dunkin' Donuts Center One LaSalle Square Providence, RI 02903 Home to the AHL Providence Bruins and Big East PC Friars, this premier events arena hosts several major concerts throughout the year, as well as a myriad of family shows and entertainment in Providence. (401) 331-0700 2.2 miles
Historic East Side East Side of Providence, Rhode Island 02906 The historic East Side of Providence, Rhode Island is made up of a collection of beautiful, almost antique neighborhoods including College Hill, the place where Roger Williams originally founded the city of Providence and where many of the oldest sections of the city stand. 1.0 miles
Providence Place Mall One Providence Place Providence, Rhode Island 02903 Known as the centerpiece of the downtown Providence renaissance, this shopping destination boasts more than 170 stores, eight restaurants and several entertainment venues. It's the perfect place to take a family outing or enjoy a shopping trip in Providence. (401) 270-1000 2.8 miles
Roger Williams Park Zoo 1000 Elmwood Avenue Providence, RI 02907 This highly acclaimed, award-winning zoo is not only one of Providence's most popular attractions, but it is also one of the best zoos in the region. Take the whole family to visit this exciting activity in Providence, Rhode Island. (401) 785-3510 4.6 miles
About Providence
Founded along the Providence and Seekonk Rivers as a refuge for religious dissenters, Providence became the capital of Rhode Island in 1901. Today, Providence is a cultural and academic hub. Brown University, Rhode Island School of Design (RISD), Johnson and Wales Culinary Institute and Trinity Repertory Company are all vital forces in the community. The city is also blessed with a rich historical heritage, boasting more than 20% of the country's National Historic Landmarks. First-time visitors are drawn to the charming four-acre Waterplace Park and Riverwalk; as well as the shops, cafés and galleries on Wickenden Street, the Italian section on Federal Hill, and the hip College Hill area.
Did you know?
Bon Appetit! Providence is home to the prestigious Johnson and Wales Univiversity Culinary Institute and Culinary Archives and Museum. Referred to as the "Smithsonian Institution of the Food Sservice Industry," this museum likely houses the world's most complete collection of gastronomy. Their more than 400,000 artifacts from the culinary, hospitality and travel industries include early cooking and dining materials from the Third Millennium BC. Be sure to call ahead; appointments are required for tours.