Charlestown, RI

Travel Guide

HG8DHK Waves reaching shore at beach against cloudy sky
HG8DHK Waves reaching shore at beach against cloudy sky
Caribbean, Nevis, Charlestown, View of St. Pauls Anglican Church
The Charlestown Breachway. This narrow inlet connects Ninigret Pond with the Atlantic Ocean. During the peak tides, the current can be quite strong. Strong enough to make it difficult, if not impossible, to swim across the short distance.  On the right side of the image is East Beach, a magnificent miles long beach. The only way to access it is either by foot, four wheel vehicle ( no paved roads, only sand - and permit is required ) or by boat.  

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It's one of the last summer-like days in late September and the weather could not have been better. 

I'm at the entrance of the Charlestown Breachway. Here, the Atlantic Ocean flows into Ninigret Pond, a salt water estuary. It's a perfect get-away-from-it-all spot. The current can run through here pretty fast between tides.

#beach

Where to stay in Charlestown

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Downtown Charlestown

Downtown Charlestown might not have many top sights, but Ninigret National Wildlife Refuge and Charlestown Town Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Downtown Charlestown
The Pell - Part of JdV by Hyatt

The Pell - Part of JdV by Hyatt

4 out of 5
425 E Main Rd Middletown RI
The price is ¥18,699 per night from Jan 28 to Jan 29
¥18,699
¥21,317 total
Jan 28 - Jan 29
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Middletown. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (970 reviews)
The in-hotel restaurant is awesome, the staff is amazing. Excellent place to stay.

Reviewed on Jan 15, 2026

The Pell - Part of JdV by Hyatt
Bellissimo Hotel, Trademark by Wyndham Near Foxwoods Casino

Bellissimo Hotel, Trademark by Wyndham Near Foxwoods Casino

3.5 out of 5
411A & 411B Norwich Westerly Road North Stonington CT
The price is ¥12,193 per night from Feb 11 to Feb 12
¥12,193
¥18,743 total
Feb 11 - Feb 12
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in North Stonington. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,477 reviews)
My staycwas great and manager and night and over night staff was great

Reviewed on Jan 17, 2026

Bellissimo Hotel, Trademark by Wyndham Near Foxwoods Casino
Hilltop Inn and Suites, near Foxwoods Casino

Hilltop Inn and Suites, near Foxwoods Casino

2.5 out of 5
373 Norwich Westerly Rd North Stonington CT
Stay at this hotel in North Stonington. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,573 reviews)
Clean room, friendly staff. Older hotel.

Reviewed on Jan 20, 2026

Hilltop Inn and Suites, near Foxwoods Casino
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Island House Newport

Island House Newport

4 out of 5
37 Memorial Blvd Newport RI
Stay at this aparthotel in Newport. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and free bicycles on site. Popular attractions Thames Street and Newport Mansions are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (33 reviews)
Clean

Reviewed on Jan 21, 2026

Island House Newport
Ocean State Escape - Walk to beach!

Ocean State Escape - Walk to beach!

Narragansett RI
Stay at this houseboat in Narragansett. Enjoy free WiFi, an in-room coffeemaker, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Narragansett Beach and Sand Hill Cove ...
Ocean State Escape - Walk to beach!
Oceancliff Resort I & II

Oceancliff Resort I & II

4 out of 5
65 Ridge Rd Newport RI
Book a stay at this business-friendly condo in Newport. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Thames Street and Newport Mansions are ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (63 reviews)
Everything was on incredible!

Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025

Oceancliff Resort I & II
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Charlestown

4.3
Top Destination
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4 - Good
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3 - Okay
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Always love my stay in Charlestown nice get away

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Nice little town.

5/5 - Excellent

Vicki

We ended up staying at the Willows!! Very nice and homey!! Would definitely stay there again

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