Places to stay near Brown University

Serene Historic East Side Flat

Peaceful apartment in a historic 19th-century home. Find respite from the bustle within walking distance of Brown, RISD, downtown cultural attractions, and Fox Point eateries. Explore all that Providence has to offer in a tranquil atmosphere with historic elegance, original architectural features, hardwood floors, ample natural light, 2 comfortable bedrooms with queen beds, a well equipped kitchen, relaxing living area, and office niche all within convenient proximity to the best of Providence

“New England Scholar”-style retreat, walk to Brown

Magnificent condo, with its own private entrance located right off Providence's historic Benefit St! Steps from Brown, RISD, downtown and some of the finest dining in the Northeast. Charming, richly appointed interiors and eclectic objets d'art, but with all modern amenities including premium linen. ~10 minutes walking distance from bus and train stations; downtown bars and restaurants are only a jump across the river. Sleeps 3 in quintessential New England charm! FREE and ample street parking!

Charming 3 br apartment/East side

Beautiful 2 floor apartment/house (part of a duplex) with floral front yard and shady back garden. Close to Brown, RISD, downtown, etc. Fully furnished. Front and back private entrances. Kitchen stocked with cooking basics, including spices, and many utensils, small appliances and pots, pans, etc. Picnic basket, beach towels and mats, hand weights, yoga mat on premises. Suitable for entertaining indoors and out. Parking: 2 driveway spaces on alley. Can host 4/5 easily, but up to 6 is possible.

“Simeon’s House” walk to restaurants, Brown & RISD

BEST LOCATION! Walk to Brown/RISD, restaurants, bars, cafés, museums; located at intersection of College Hill, Fox Point, Downtown. You’ll love the ▫️Central, walkable location ▫️Comfy bed w/soft sheets ▫️Abundant hot water shower, great pressure ▫️Generously equipped kitchen, coffee, washer/dryer, ironing board, TV ▫️Off street driveway parking ▫️Beautiful, historic neighborhood ▫️Charming, cozy space ▫️Brown/RISD proximity for family, alumni, taking classes ▫️Help w/ local recommendations

Machiya Suite by PVDBNBs (1 Bed, 1 Bath)

Welcome to The Machiya Suite! Located at historical Athenæum row. The Machiya Suite is inspired by Japanese and Scandinavian design, yet encapsulates Providence's historical architecture. The Suite offers views from the top of college hill, overlooking the whole of downtown through large windows. Located on Brown University and RISD's campus, Athenæum Row offers private zenful courtyard space behind the property. From heated pebble bathroom floors to high end furniture, this suite has it all

Historic Downtown Arcade Condo

Historic condo in the Arcade Providence, a registered National Landmark built in 1828 as the first indoor mall in the US. This exact unit was featured on the Rachel Ray show and described as “the coolest, smallest apartment [they’ve] ever been in.” Enjoy a living area with large TV, small kitchen, full bathroom, and bedroom that sleeps two. A murphy bed in the living room folds down to a twin bed. The Arcade is in the center of downtown Providence, a 5-10 min walk to Brown and RISD.

Beautiful Studio - < 15 mins 2 downtown & Brown

Relax, work, and unwind in “The Treehouse,” our serene, light-filled studio apartment nestled among the trees. Perfectly located in historic Rumford, RI, it’s just 3 miles from Brown, RISD, and Johnson & Wales, and 5 miles from Providence College. Enjoy quick access to the East Side of Providence, Newport, and Little Compton beaches. Conveniently close to Amtrak, bus lines, and the airport, it’s an ideal spot for exploring New England or visiting area colleges.

Cozy, private studio in historic East Side home

You'll love this beautiful, private studio on the 3rd floor of a historic home on Providence's East Side! Bright, comfortable, spacious and cozy, it has all the amenities you need for your stay--private, keyless entry; fast WiFi; street parking and more. Located in walking distance to Brown, RISD, the Amtrak train, and Prospect Park. Day trip (<1 hr. drive/train) to beaches, Boston, and so much more. See our guide (updated post-COVID) for further details.

Jennifer’s Historic Loft | Glass-Enclosed Bedroom

Step into this uniquely designed industrial loft with timeless character. Fully equipped kitchen, spacious glass-paneled bedroom with king bed and artistic accent wall, and stunning living area with high ceilings, rich hardwood floors, and dramatic black decorative doors. Perfect for couples or solo travelers. Walk to College Hill, Rhode Island State House, Providence Place Mall, and riverfront dining. Just 1 mile to the train and 15 minutes to the airport.

| CityStar Studio | East Side 1/1 with parking

Enjoy life along historic & exclusive Benefit street. Walk the cobblestone streets & see turn of the century colonial homes. Walk to Brown, RISD. **Private Entry **Complimentary parking spot (1/2 block away). **Walk-in closet for storage **Complimentary coffee & tea ** Walk to train station, state house, waterfire **Minutes from Miriam, Roger Williams & Veteran's Administration hospitals ***POTENTIAL NOISE FROM APARTMENT ABOVE WALKING & PLUMBING.

College Hill Loft: Walk to Brown/RISD + Parking!

This Loft is a 1 bedroom loft house located on Benefit Street, arguably the most beautiful, historic street on the East Side of Providence. Walking distance to Brown University, RISD, and tons of cute shops and restaurants. This Loft is in its own separate detached building with a private entrance. Features 2 beds (1 queen, 1 twin) that can sleep up to 3 guests, a private en-suite bathroom, in-unit washer/dryer, 65" TV, and ultra fast wifi.

Urban Oasis in Bustling Hope Village

Sunlight across pine floors. Plants fill a tastefully furnished retreat in this pedestrian-friendly part of town. Next door to restaurants, gift shops, artisan bakery, public library, city bus, and rental scooters. Walk to farmer's market, swim at the Y, or follow the walking path along Blackstone Boulevard. Moon-lit bedroom, comfy reading nook, 55" HDTV, blue-tooth speaker (JBL), cozy corner for coffee, and tropical greenery.