The Narragansett center is about 1 mile northeast of Block Island Ferry and 3 miles southwest of Narragansett Beach.
Narragansett, Rhode Island, has four distinct seasons. The shoulder seasons in spring and fall are typically considered the best choices for a visit. In summer, tourists swarm the area, and hotel prices predictably rise. Visitors can expect to find average highs of about 74 in June, 80 in July, and 79 in August.
Nearby Newport hosts several festivals in July that add to the crush of visitors. If you choose to brave the influx of traffic, however, you can enjoy highlights like the Newport Music Festival, Newport Folk Festival, Newport Jazz Festival, and International Hall of Fame Tennis Championships during this month.
By autumn, the average highs drop to about 73 degrees in September, 62 in October, and 53 in November. The winter months are too chilly for many visitors. In December, you'll find a high of 43 and low of 26. The average high is 37 in January with a low of 19, and February has an average high of 39 and low of 20. The Newport Winter Festival brightens up the weather somewhat, with 10 days of food, music, and entertainment in February.
Spring brings welcome warmth as temperatures climb gradually to an average high of 46 in March, 57 in April, and 66 in May. Frequent showers keep crowds and prices low, but you can catch the Newport St. Patrick's Day Parade if you come in March or the delicious Newport Oyster Festival in May.
At some hotels in the Narragansett area, select guests can cash in on special offers. The Hilton Garden Inn Mystic/Groton near Narragansett offers a 5 percent discount for AAA, CAA, and AARP members. Both active and retired military personnel and their families are eligible for special offers as well. This hotel is conveniently located near Fort Griswold Battlefield State Park and the United States Coast Guard Academy.
Americas Best Value Inn North Kingstown offers discounts for AAA, CAA, and AARP members, seniors, government personnel, and corporate travelers. If you're booking rooms for a group, you'll typically find the lowest rates around November. In-room refrigerators and microwaves add to the value in this convenient hotel located just minutes from the Biomes Marine Biology Center.
Value hotels in Narragansett and the surrounding areas offer mid-range prices and plenty of perks. If you're interested in adding some extra amenities to your stay without going over budget, these options should suit your needs.
The Atlantic House offers spacious accommodations just a short walk from the beach. Rooms feature one king, two queen, or two full beds. A refrigerator, microwave, sitting area, desk, and complimentary Wi-Fi are among the in-room amenities. Built in 1867, this hotel offers a distinctly historic feel, letting you step back to a simpler and quieter time.
The Aqua Blue Hotel & Conference Center offers outstanding in-room amenities. Mini-fridges, deluxe linens, and jetted whirlpool bathtubs are standard features. Select rooms also offer wet bars, satin linens, full ocean views, and other prime features. Guests can take a dip in the indoor pool or recline in the sun on the comfortable deck.
If you're looking for a boutique hotel experience, head to the Carriage House Inn an Ascend Hotel Collection Member. This location is in Middletown, about 12 miles from Narragansett's city center. Guests enjoy complimentary WiFi, a free continental breakfast, and a microwave and refrigerator in each room. Rooms feature one king or two double beds, with a sofa bed in select king rooms.
About seven miles from Narragansett's city center, the Holiday Inn South Kingstown is another value pick that's conveniently located nearby. Guests can stay comfortable with a pillow menu to deliver the perfect sleeping experience and blackout curtains to keep things dark until you're ready to get up. A coffee/tea maker and complimentary bottled water are on hand for anything from your morning jolt to a refreshing sip in the afternoon. On-site amenities include a business center, fitness center, outdoor pool, and cocktail lounge.
Dining in Narragansett is an attraction as alluring as any other. The area has several mouthwatering choices to draw you in. Just a 15-minute walk from Narragansett Town Beach, Crazy Burger is a wildly popular joint any meal of the day. Breakfast is served till 4 in the afternoon, so you can enjoy dishes like cinnamon roll French toast and Belgian batter pancakes late into the day. As the name suggests, this restaurant also serves up an astounding selection of burgers made from seafood, tempeh, quinoa, black beans, ground chicken, and more.
The Coast Guard is a popular pick for fine dining, serving brunch, lunch, and dinner. The menu highlights fresh-from-the-sea finds like house-made lobster ravioli, linguini and clams, local lobster, and a raw bar. Spain of Narragansett is another elegant pick, with a well-rounded menu featuring filet mignon, baked stuffed lobster, and other delicacies.
If you're looking for comfort food done right, Head to T's Restaurant. You'll find a seasonal menu that changes to suit the weather, alongside some staples like T's Rose Window Waffle topped with strawberries, blueberries, and peaches for breakfast, or T's “Lil Rhody” Burger for lunch, topped with cheddar, bacon, an over-light egg, and a chipotle spread.
Enjoy a stunning waterfront view as you dine at George's of Galilee. A local establishment since 1948, this restaurant offers lobster specials, rib-eye steaks, and a wide selection of local seafood. George's signature dishes include a maple leaf farm roasted duck, seafood pot pie, and fish tacos.
If you're looking for a New England vacation with easy days on the sand and satisfying meals filled with local favorites, you can book your ideal vacation in Narragansett.
Below are reviews of the city of Narragansett, RI from an actual visitor's perspective.
It has that feeling of the movie Jaws in a good way! Extremely quaint, I loved it!
Location was great.
Location was great.
OCEAN WALKING!
Love the beauty of the town and certainly the ocean views.
Narragansett is nice!
Ocean