Places to stay near Brown University

“New England Scholar” style retreat in Providence!

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!

The Frazier House - Brown/RISD - East Side

The Frazier House: A Luxuriant Den of Bohemian Caste. The Frazier House design & decor creates a calm, old world, ambience in a large (1,000 sq.ft.) 1st floor, lovingly furnished, 2-bed apartment in an 1880's 3-family Victorian. Frazier House easily accommodates traveler's needs for short stays (3 days) or longer stays. WiFi/Cable/HBO. Sound System. Food basics. A gift basket awaits guests: a beverage, home baked goods, & a mini-swag bag to put smiles on faces. On the Prestigious East Side.

Well-Appointed Townhouse Near Brown w/ Parking

800 Sq. Ft. 2-level, renovated luxury 1 bed, 1 bath apt. in historic East Side brick home. Close to Brown, Wayland Square& Downtown. Walk to coffee shops, restaurants, bars, movie theater. Updated kitchen: stainless appliances, stone counters, microwave, toaster, keurig. Marble bathroom w/ shower & heated floor tiles. 2nd level hosts queen bed & sitting area w/ TV. Gorgeous pine floors. Central Heat/AC. Secure and separate entry. Off street parking. W/D access possible upon request.

A Cozy Loft In Downtown Providence

The cozy loft locates in the center of the downtown Providence, surrounded by the historic art theaters, restaurants, bars and shopping mall. 3 min walking to the convention center, 10 minutes to east College hill (RISD, Brown), west Federal hill, north Train station and State capitol. Parking not included, refer to my guidebook on the parking info. **** Attention ****, the pub directly under the unit plays very loud music til 1-2am on weekend nights, please read more info in the note.

Modern Luxurious condo in the Heart of Providence

Fully renovated Condo with Wash and dryer in unit Modern Unit full of smart devices Superfast internet and FireStick, Netflix Hulu & Prime on Smart TV. It's located 5 min drive from downtown Providence and right off highways 95 and 195 Quiet neighborhood and offer private off-street parking for your car The kitchen is fully functional with all you need for a great meal SmartLock and Security cameras outside and around the building for peace of mind Providence has a lot of Jewels to discover

The Pacheco Suite by PVDBNBs (2 bed 1 bath)

Welcome to The Pacheco Suite! Located at historical Athenæum row on the top floor, The Pacheco Suite is inspired by a Mediterranean theme while at the same time, encapsulating Providence's historical architecture. The Suite offers views from the top of college hill, overlooking the whole of downtown. Located on Brown University and RISD's campus, Athenæum Row offers private zenful courtyard space behind the property. From heated bathroom floors to high end furniture, this suite has it all.

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!

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.

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 Unique Loft Near Brown 2 Parking Spots

Stylish College Hill retreat with dramatic 20-foot ceilings and striking spiral staircase leading to cozy loft-style bedroom. Open layout features fully equipped kitchen, dining for six, plush queen sleeper sofa, desk nook by bay window, and private queen bedroom. Sleeps up to 6. Steps from Brown University, Thayer Street, and Wayland Square. Just 1 mile from the train and 15 minutes from the airport. Two tandem parking spots included.

Bright and cozy East Side suite

Sunny, inviting, 3rd floor walkup on East side of Providence. One block from Oak Bake Shop, Providence Bagel, Whole Foods; much more within one mile. Comfy queen bed + sofa bed, private bath, Apple TV. Great for long-term guests and weekend visitors. Backyard, grill, laundry available but shared with house. Potential basement storage for long-term stays. Ceilings are low in places, may not be comfortable for taller than 6'.