Places to stay near Brown University

Jennifer’s Vibrant Historic Brick Loft | Parking

Step into this uniquely designed industrial-style apartment with timeless character. Enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, full bath, and a spacious fully enclosed glass-paneled bedroom with an artistic accent wall. The stunning living area has high ceilings, rich hardwood floors and dramatic black doors frame an amazing view of Providence—perfect for up to 2 guests. Ideal for 2 guests. Just a short walk to College Hill, 1 mile to the train, and 15 minutes to the airport—your perfect Providence stay!

“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.

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.

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.

Downtown Condo

Fantastic 1 Bedroom Apartment right smack in the middle of downtown Providence. The neighborhood is jammed with wonderful little restaurants, bars and shopping. The Dunkin Donuts Center, Trinity Playhouse, PPAC, The Vets, Federal Hill, Providence Place Mall, Johnson & Wales, Brown & RISD are all a short walk from here. We are located two floors above a couple nightclubs. We don't hear the clubs themselves but on the weekends you can hear the people outside.

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.

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.