Terrace/patio

Reviews of Sonesta Select Newport Middletown

3 out of 5
Sonesta Select Newport Middletown
9 Commerce Dr, Middletown, RI

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 403 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 317 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 148 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 89 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 44 out of 1001 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Response from Jeff ~ General Manager on May 14, 2024
Thanks for staying and providing survey feedback. We hope to see you again should your travels bring you back to the area.

8/10 Good

Diana

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Overall, nice hotel. Location was close to groceries and restaurants so very convenient. The property itself was undergoing renovation on the pool area so the pool was unable to be used. Property seems on the older side so can see wear and tear throughout. Provide limited breakfast and had to purchase the breakfast items. Gym is available and was easy to access but only had basic and limited equipment. Room was big, clean, quiet, overall comfortable. Staff seems reduced at the time of visit so experienced some wait times for a front desk personnel to appear to assist. When assisted, staff was generally respectful and provided friendly service.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from Jeff ~ General Manager on May 10, 2024
Thank you for staying with us and providing the detailed response. We will use this to find ways to further improve the guest experience.

4/10 Poor

Trina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I booked the property for pool and hot tub only to find out after chdcking in that not only is the pool not functional, its under full renovation. There was no breakfast. Front desk clerk said "youre better off going down the road because all we have is whats in the cooler" and pointed to some yogurt which was available for a surcharge. Im sure its not reflective of all Sonesta locations but im a 1 and done. I spend alot on travel and its not worth sacrificing my comfort away from home. Wont be booking a Sonesta again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from Jeff ~ General Manager on May 10, 2024
Thank you for staying with us. We did have the pool closure listed on the Expedia website since December of 2023 and I am sorry you missed this when booking. Thanks again for staying with us.

6/10 Okay

Wahida

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well, I must say it was kids friendly, but noisy. You could hear noise from above and side ....kids crying most of the night.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Response from Jeff ~ General Manager on May 8, 2024
Thanks for the feedback and we appreciate your business.

10/10 Excellent

marcy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
For what we needed - easy clean basic place for 2-night stay it was perfect - not high priced like 4-5 star hotel but very decent. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from Jeff ~ General Manager on May 6, 2024
Thanks for staying

8/10 Good

christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed while visiting daughter at school. East location . Cheaper than New Port
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Response from Jeff ~ General Manager on May 6, 2024
Thank you for staying with us.

8/10 Good

Carl

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
It suited my needs so all was fine
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Jeff ~ General Manager on May 3, 2024
Thanks for sharing the feedback.

8/10 Good

Denise

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
The courtyard view was nice. The staff was friendly and efficient. I thought the room could've been a bit cleaner for the price paid.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Response from Jeff ~ General Manager on Apr 30, 2024
Thank you for staying with us and responding to the survey. I will share this with our housekeeping team to ensure we remain focused on detail cleaning of the guest room for our guests.

10/10 Excellent

Phi Khanh

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nisa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
IT WAS PEACEFUL AND AWESOME STAFF
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

heather

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Response from Jeff ~ General Manager on Apr 22, 2024
Thanks for staying with us and sharing the experience. We do hope to see you again if you return to the area.

8/10 Good

John

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Jeff ~ General Manager on May 13, 2024
Thanks for your business and we hope to see you again.

4/10 Poor

Jazmin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Response from Jeff ~ General Manager on Apr 19, 2024
Thanks for staying with us and responding to the survey. If you have any specific feedback that can help us improve feel free to share that.

10/10 Excellent

Zeynep Duygu

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Response from Cindy on Apr 13, 2024
Thank you for the positive review. We are glad that you enjoyed your stay!

6/10 Okay

Tracy

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We needed to stay with a bunch of children chose hotel for the pool no where on the Expedia or the hotel page didn’t say the pool was under construction. We are still waiting on our refund after not staying there and choosing new accommodations
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from Cindy on Apr 6, 2024
Thank you for taking the time to review our property even though you chose not to stay. Our pool has been closed for renovations since October and this is listed on Sonesta's website as well all third-party sites. I am sorry if this information was missed when you booked. You were not charged for you stay, your card was only authorized at check in and then released when you decided not to stay. This authorization can take up to ten business days to release back into your account depending on your bank.

8/10 Good

Cassandra

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Pool was closed for repairs and this wasn’t noted on Expedia or the company website anywhere
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from Jeff ~ General Manager on Apr 1, 2024
I am sorry the pool was closed during your stay. It has indeed been posted on Expedia since December 12th 2023. I will share your feedback with Expedia so they can hear your concern about there sharing pool closure information and find a way to better treat their guests. I certainly appreciate your feedback and we hope to see you again when the pool renovation has been completed.

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It's a bit aged, overall, but it's in a good location. Staff was kind and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from Jeff ~ General Manager on Apr 1, 2024
Thanks for staying with us. We appreciate your business and hope to see you again should your travels bring you back to the Middletown area.

4/10 Poor

Wendy

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from Jeff ~ General Manager on Mar 21, 2024
Thanks for staying with us. I am sorry the stay was not perfect for you. Please share any detail that you feel may help us improve. Again, thanks for staying and we appreciate your business.

6/10 Okay

Danielle

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Upon arrival when we ask about the pool, was told it was closed. signs on desk only mention the outdoor pool being closed and the noise that may cause. Was told it was too bad bc we already pre-paid. I did my own research and hotel viking has pool passes for $20 a day and so we went and used their pool since we had kids with us. Staff was unfriendly about this situation and did not offer any suggestion. the FIRST photo of this hotel is of a pool that does not exist
Response from Cindy on Feb 18, 2024
Our pool area has been closed for renovations since November and will not open again until April. This information is posted on Sonesta's website as well as all third-party websites since the closure. I am sorry this information was missed. You were offered at check in to cancel without penalty. The agent informed that you prepaid through Expedia and that they would have to process your refund. You spoke to your group and collectively decided to stay. You mentioned that you would check the pool at the Viking is why you were not offered an alternative solution. I hope you were able to enjoy your stay and hopefully you will return in the Spring and enjoy the new remodeled pool area.

10/10 Excellent

Mark, Rhinebeck

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Looks pretty new, but the building is over 30 years old. The hot tub (and pool) were closed for refurbishing. It would has been nice to know before hand; I was really looking forward to a nice relaxing hot tub. But it did not make the trip less worth it.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Response from Amber Tesorio on Feb 11, 2024
Thanks for staying with us. We appreciate your feedback!

8/10 Good

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Response from Jeff ~ General Manager on Feb 5, 2024
Thanks for staying with us and we appreciate your taking time to provide a review.

10/10 Excellent

Cydnie

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Response from Cindy on Jan 29, 2024
It looks like you had an enjoyable stay! Thank you for the review!

8/10 Good

Julie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I was unaware that the pool and hot tub was under repair and we would not be able to enjoy this amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Response from Cindy on Jan 29, 2024
Our pool and hot tub are under renovation until spring. This information is posted on our website as well as all third-party sites. I am sorry if that information was missed. Hopefully come spring you will visit our property again and are able to enjoy this amenity.

4/10 Poor

Bob

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Check person in was unpleasant.,
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Response from Cindy on Jan 23, 2024
I am sorry to hear that your check in experience was not enjoyable. Your comments will be shared with the front desk staff in an effort to improve on services.

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Broken pool and tub.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Response from Cin on Jan 19, 2024
Thank you for the review. Our pool is currently closed for renovations until April. Hopefully you will be in the area and can come enjoy the new pool and deck this spring.

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the property, but i wish the cafe was manned and served a real breakfast, lunch and dinner overall it was good place
Response from Cindy on Jan 17, 2024
Thank you for taking the time to rate our property. Your feedback is important to us. Our cafe is fully staffed May-October where you will be able to enjoy a hot breakfast. November-April due to low occupancy we offer continental offerings. We look forward to hosting a future stay of yours.

8/10 Good

James

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Response from Cindy on Jan 17, 2024
Thank you for taking the time to rate our property. Your feedback is important to us. We look forward to hosting your stay in the future.

10/10 Excellent

Holden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Response from Cindy on Jan 17, 2024
Thank you for taking the time to rate our property. Your feedback is important to us. We look forward to hosting your stay in the future.

6/10 Okay

Mari

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Response from Cindy on Jan 17, 2024
Thankyou for taking the time to score our property. We appreciate the feedback.

8/10 Good

Richard

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good stay and provided what we needed for our family of 5.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Response from Jeff ~ General Manager on Jan 30, 2024
Thanks for staying with us

8/10 Good

Reeve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Mostly clean, basic rooms. Warm lobby, free no-frills Starbucks in carafes in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Response from Jeff ~ General Manager on Feb 1, 2024
Thanks for your business and we hope to see you again soon.

10/10 Excellent

Skyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Response from Jeff ~ General Manager on Jan 30, 2024
Thanks for staying with us

2/10 Terrible

Michele

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was fairly cheap.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Response from Jeff ~ General Manager on Jan 30, 2024
I am sorry the experience was not more positive. If you have any specific detail to assist us they are welcomed.

10/10 Excellent

KEILA

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Response from Jeff ~ General Manager on Jan 30, 2024
Thanks for staying with us.

2/10 Terrible

Tashya

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Response from Jeff ~ General Manager on Jan 30, 2024
I am sorry the stay was not more positive. If you have any specific detail to help us make immediate improvements please let me know.

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Room comfort
Only really down fall to the stay was prople running up and down hallways nonstop till 3 am w my kids it was disrespectful cuzz my 3 kids were quieter than 3 adults running around!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Response from Jeff ~ General Manager on Dec 5, 2023
Please accept my apologies for the inconvenience. We had a large children's sports group in house with limited supervision from parents. In the future we will have a no tolerance policy and use local law enforcement to address these situations and avoid guest disruption. Again, our apologies for the groups poor behavior.

8/10 Good

William

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from Jeff ~ General Manager on Jan 30, 2024
Thanks for staying with us.

8/10 Good

Natercia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from Jeff ~ General Manager on Jan 30, 2024
Thanks for staying with us.

8/10 Good

Michael

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from Jeff ~ General Manager on Nov 22, 2023
Thank you for staying with us and providing the survey.

10/10 Excellent

gregory

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from Jeff ~ General Manager on Nov 21, 2023
Thanks for staying with us and sharing your experience through this survey.

8/10 Good

Chris

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was off the main strip but only 10 minutes from the mansion and Thames.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from Cindy on Nov 13, 2023
Thank you for taking the time to review our property and share your feedback. We hope to see you again at our property soon!

10/10 Excellent

Serene

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Accommodating staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Response from Cindy on Nov 13, 2023
It looks like you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for taking the time to review our property. We hope to see you again soon!

6/10 Okay

Bosco

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hot water was shut off for a pretty long time during my stay. The rooms are old and could be cleaner. Staff was incredibly friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from Jeff ~ General Manager on Nov 6, 2023
I am sorry you experienced a lack of hot water. We were able to correct this around midnight on Saturday for our guests and we apologize for any inconvenience. I have shared your cleanliness issues with our team to ensure we quickly react and watch the details for our guests.

2/10 Terrible

Peter

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We unfortunately experienced waking up to a band aid on our bed. Thankfully the hotel staff helped Us and set us up with a new room. But still was concerning to wake up with a band aid in bed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from Jeff ~ General Manager on Nov 1, 2023
I am very sorry that your experience was disrupted as a result of the band aid. Please accept our apologies and be confident knowing we have reviewed this with our housekeeping team to ensure this does not occur again in the future.

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Response from Jeff ~ General Manager on Nov 20, 2023
Thanks for staying with us and sharing your experience.

10/10 Excellent

Arthur

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Response from Jeff ~ General Manager on Oct 30, 2023
Thanks for your stay and response we look forward to seeing you again.

6/10 Okay

Margaret

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from Jeff ~ General Manager on Nov 17, 2023
Thank you for staying with us.

8/10 Good

Veronica, Palmyra

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very thin walls but otherwise nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Response from Jeff ~ General Manager on Oct 26, 2023
Thanks for staying and the feedback regarding the walls is appreciated and will be shared with our team to review during a future renovation.

4/10 Poor

cinzia

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not all information about the property was explained upon check-in. (ie. pool & gym location and hours, housekeeping services - or lack thereof!). I was there for a wedding, as were many other people, but they never asked me nor gave me the itenirary and transportation information, until I asked. Also, the hallways smelled horrible, clearly smoking of all kinds was taking place in the rooms, including ours which has a strange disinfectant smell. Finally, 2 large towels, 2 washcloths, and 1 hand towel, for two people for two days, with no housekeeping, is just being cheap and unacceptable!! Don't stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from Jeff ~ General Manager on Oct 26, 2023
I am sorry the stay was below both of our expectations. We certainly appreciate your thoughtful and detailed commentary. We will use this to find immediate ways to improve the guest experience.

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was located in a great location with easy access to the Newport winery and other good restaurants in the area, however, the hotel itself seemed pretty out-dated and was not the cleanest. I paid extra for a balcony/patio room and was placed in a dirty room that had no balcony and was facing parking lot/fire hydrant. The bathroom had hair all over it and toilet was never cleaned. The bathroom sink was also completely cracked all over like it was smashed with something. The staff was very kind and accommodating to our needs and were able to place us in a cleaner and updated room with a balcony. The overall hotel setup inside was kind of confusing. The hotel only had one elevator and it was located on the total opposite side of the hotel lobby. Once bringing our luggage across the hotel on the first floor to the elevators, we then had to travel back across the hotel again to get to our room. We just used the stairs after bringing our belongings up to begin with. The pool and hot-tub were both open as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from Jeff ~ General Manager on Oct 24, 2023
Thank you for taking time to respond with such detail. Though we would have been happier had your experience been flawless we are appreciative the detail you have shared. It will allow us to quickly share the comments with our team and focus on the details we can control. Again, thanks for staying and your response will be used for immediate changes.