Places to stay near Brown University

Jennifer’s Riverfront Loft | Historic Building

Welcome to this unique industrial-style stay featuring exposed brick, soaring ceilings and oversized windows. Feel exclusive as you enter a private foyer into the apartment. You're met with an open view of the city right from your windows. This open space includes a modern kitchen and bathroom. Ideal for solo travelers or couples seeking charm and functionality in a stylish setting. A short walk to College Hill, 1 mile to the train and 15 minutes to the airport—it’s your perfect Providence stay!

Charming 2nd Floor Apartment in Historic Fox Point

Light-filled (4 skylights!) upstairs apartment in 169-year-old home. Cozy and playful decor with a lot of nostalgia. The house has beautiful wide pine plank floors. If you like straight lines, this house is not for you - it's a little wonky, but we find its charm far outmeasures the crooked doorways and other quirks. Located in Fox Point, a 15 min walk to brown, steps from Wickenden and Ives streets, the Newport Ferry, coffee shops, and restaurants, but on a side street out of the way of it all.

“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

Landmark Historic 1804 Home - Providence’s Finest

The Issac Bowen Jr. House on the National Register of Historic Places. This unique, 1804 home is ideally situated in Providence's iconic College Hill neighborhood. The home features 3 spacious bedrooms, three bathrooms, a cozy den, a living room, and a dining. Located within easy walking distance of Brown, RISD, and downtown Providence, this gorgeous property is the perfect place to spend the weekend with your entire family in charming Providence. A true New England experience. Revered locale.

Mon Reve Cottage Suite by PVDBNBs (2 bed, 1 bath)

Welcome to the William Mason House! Located steps away from Brown university and downtown Providence is this unique, luxury city escape. It is filled with captivating design, one of a kind historic architecture, and an abundance of nature. This apart-hotel unit is on the first floor and gives off a special European aura. Two lavishly designed bedrooms sleep up to 7 people. A beautiful living room and designer kitchen are also a part of this space. Exit your apartment into a private courtyard.

Sunny studio on the East Side!

Quiet, sunny 300 sq foot studio, great neighborhood, on National Historic Register! Close to Miriam, Brown & RISD. You have the entire second floor to yourself, w/ driveway parking, private entrance & bath, lounge, work/eating counter, high speed WiFi & Roku Smart TV. There's a small fridge, microwave, Brio hot/cold filtered water dispenser, Keurig. Coffee, tea, milks, homemade muffins, granola bars :). Please note: GUESTS MUST BE ON THE LISTING. VISITORS MUST BE APPROVED PRIOR TO STAY.

Walking Distance to RISD, Brown, & Convention Hall

Historic charm in downtown Providence! Enjoy restaurants and attractions within walking distance! Conveniently located in the heart of DownCity, and less than a half mile from Brown University, you'll enjoy endless dining options in one of America's top 10 foodie cities. Take a quick walk over to the East Side to experience Providence's historic culture while walking the grounds of Brown University. Whether you're staying a week or a month you will have endless options to explore in PVD!

PVDCoop: Artsy Cozy, Close, East Side Apt.

Unique Ground floor one bedroom, one bathroom apartment in the Mt. Hope Neighborhood on the East Side. Near bus line (r), Easy to Amtrak Train station. One mile from RISD & Brown front gates, Fully furnished with a queen sized bed and dresser as well as a pull-out couch. Kitchen is fully functional and also furnished. Near many great bars, restaurants and stores. We have Chickens on the premises. They make some noise, but aren't intrusive. They sleep when its dark, there is no rooster.

Waterfront Studio, 10 min to Downtown Providence

Enjoy your own waterfront retreat in this beautifully renovated, professionally cleaned boathouse down a private drive in a quiet, former estate. This hideaway is just 10 minutes to downtown Providence and the colleges and a short, 10-minute picturesque walk to historic Pawtuxet Village for shopping and dining. Enjoy the private deck, full kitchen, king size bed, washer, dryer, and plenty of space for relaxing or working. Note: This space is not suitable for children or infants.

Tiny house get-away with a Yellow Door

Come stay at our magical tiny house with a yellow door! A lovely retreat tucked away with an equally magical garden. Our tiny was built for family and dear friends to come and enjoy Providence, and all the surrounding wonders. When it’s not shared with our family and friends we open it up here. It’s what Airbnb was when it first started, just regular folks opening up their spaces for people who love traveling and exploring or who might be curious about tiny house living.

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.

College Hill Modern Gem

Look no further than this beautifully renovated, centrally located space, less than a 10 minute walk to Brown, RISD, JWU, Thayer St, Hope St, Wickenden St, Ives St, the Newport Ferry, Wayland Square and Downtown. This historic neighborhood boasts rich colonial architecture of yesteryear, and critically acclaimed restaurants and eclectic shops of today. This particular spot has arguably the best walkability in the city. Don’t stay anywhere else.