South Kingstown, RI

Travel Guide

Hurricane Waves eroding a beach in New England
Hurricane Waves eroding a beach in New England
Beach Road and Ocean on a Sandy Beach Shoreline from Aerial Drone
After a long day at the beach, I was paddling in my kayak back to my put in point when I came across this beautiful scene. The sun is going down over this long ago abandoned building. 

Not sure what it was. There is a old pier in the front. Maybe for fishermen?
Best Clam Cakes and Chowder

Where to stay in South Kingstown

Best Clam Cakes and Chowder

Matunuck

If you're spending some time in Matunuck, Matunuck Beach and East Matunuck State Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Matunuck
Amazing late afternoon summer aerial photo of the North Lighthouse on Block Island, Rhode Island.

Wakefield-Peacedale

4.5/5(26 area reviews)

While visiting Wakefield-Peacedale, you might make a stop by sights like John H. Chafee National Wildlife Refuge and Point Judith Pond.

Wakefield-Peacedale
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Green Hill

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Green Hill and surrounding area, you can visit Roy Carpenter's Beach and Theatre by the Sea.

Green Hill
Matunuck Marina in Rhode Island, during summer

Snug Harbor

While there might not be top attractions in Snug Harbor, you can explore the larger area and discover places like East Matunuck State Beach and Block Island Ferry.

Snug Harbor
university of Rhode Island Campus and buildings

Peace Dale

Travelers like the wineries in Peace Dale, and Whaler's Brewing Company is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Peace Dale
Hampton Inn South Kingstown - Newport Area

Hampton Inn South Kingstown - Newport Area

2.5 out of 5
20 Hotel Dr South Kingstown RI
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ¥17,927 per night from Mar 12 to Mar 13
¥17,927
¥20,437 total
Mar 12 - Mar 13
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in South Kingstown. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
The room I booked wasn’t available. For my first night I was putting a room for a disabled person and the ac and blinds didn’t work. After complaining, manager Levi accommodated us for the second night into a different room and was very hospitable. I believe this hotel needs to train their employees ...

Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026

Hampton Inn South Kingstown - Newport Area
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott South Kingstown Newport Area

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott South Kingstown Newport Area

2.5 out of 5
3 Fairfield Way South Kingstown RI
The price is ¥22,681 per night from Feb 23 to Feb 24
¥22,681
¥25,855 total
Feb 23 - Feb 24
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in South Kingstown. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (570 reviews)
I paid in full in advance through Hotels.com, but Fairfield Inn & Suites still charged me for my stay upon checkout. I tried several times to resolve the issue but they refused to assist, claiming management wasn't present. Too bad, I visit the area frequently and liked this hotel. I would recommend ...

Reviewed on Feb 19, 2026

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott South Kingstown Newport Area
Shepherd's Run

Shepherd's Run

2 out of 5
4780 Tower Hill Rd South Kingstown RI
Stay at this hotel in South Kingstown. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an attached winery. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
Shepherd's Run
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.
Little Farmhouse Cottage - Country Near the Coast

Little Farmhouse Cottage - Country Near the Coast

South Kingstown RI
Stay at this cottage in South Kingstown. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Narragansett Beach and Warzone Paintball & Airsoft Park are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (44 reviews)
Beautiful location. Extremely comfortable bed.

Reviewed on Oct 20, 2025

Little Farmhouse Cottage - Country Near the Coast
Luxury Waterfront Home Private Dock, Stunning Views & Sleeps 14

Luxury Waterfront Home Private Dock, Stunning Views & Sleeps 14

South Kingstown RI
Stay at this vacation home in South Kingstown. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Narragansett Beach and John ...
10/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews)
Beautiful home with amazing view. Host was informative. Location was excellent for day trips to Providence, Newport and surrounding areas. Would love to return in the future.

Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026

Luxury Waterfront Home Private Dock, Stunning Views & Sleeps 14
Stunning waterfront home with big yard & dock! Voted #1 rental in all of RI!

Stunning waterfront home with big yard & dock! Voted #1 rental in all of RI!

South Kingstown RI
Book a stay at this beach cottage in South Kingstown. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a water park. Popular attractions Trustom Pond National Wildlife Refuge ...
10/10 Exceptional! (38 reviews)
Beautiful home on large water front yard. Gorgeous views.

Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026

Stunning waterfront home with big yard & dock! Voted #1 rental in all of RI!
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.

Popular places to visit

Reviews of South Kingstown

4.2
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 36%
4 - Good
32
4 - Good 50%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 14%
2 - Disappointing
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Quant area with beautiful stone walls surrounfing beautiful new England homes

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

The girl that checked us in was so sweet and helpful. She recommended great places to eat.

4/5 - Good

TraceyO

FaMoly place

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Very close to Narragansett beach

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Kingstown is fine. Found state beach about 2.5 miles south of Kingstown that had beach side parking.

5/5 - Excellent

Ann

Twin Willows is a great restaurant. And we discovered Wickford village which is super cute and on the water.

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