Hotels & Restaurants

Providence Hotels

Providence has a number of excellent hotels that are within easy walking distance to WaterFire. We are pleased to recommend the following who also make a donation to support WaterFire and Keep the Fires Burning! Please mention WaterFire when you check in as there are occasionally special offers. Please help WaterFire by clicking through to the hotel website from this page and the hotels will make a contribution to WaterFire.

	The Renaissance Providence Hotel Inspiration Revealed…The Renaissance Providence Hotel, located in the famous restored Masonic Temple in the shadow of the Rhode Island State House in downtown Providence. This hotel is within easy walking distance to WaterFire, Providence Place, Providence Amtrak Station, the Rhode Island Convention Center, and Providence’d many fabled fine dining establishments. Relax, Revive, and Renew at this artfully designed luxury tier hotel. Please click the link above for special WaterFire package offers.
	Hampton Inn & Suites Providence Downtown The brand new Hampton Inn and Suites is ideally located in the heart of the city’s bustling financial district. Not only is there the lure of WaterFire’s sparkling bonfires in easy walking distance from our hotel, so too is the Providence Convention Center, Providence Place mall, and a myriad of upscale dining establishments. Complete your experience with a complimentary hot breakfast buffet which is available to you the folloing morning in their elegant two story atrium lobby.
	Downtown Providence Courtyard The Downtown Providence Courtyard by Marriott features oversize guestrooms directly overlooking WaterPlace Park and the sparkling bonfires of WaterFire. The hotel is perfectly situated in the heart of the city near restaurants, shopping, and entertainment; an ideal location for WaterFire Escape Getaways. Their WaterFire package includes a two night stay in a deluxe guestroom overlooking the bonfires of WaterFire, two tickets to The Brazier Society’s VIP tent, and breakfast for two each morning. The Courtyard website will have a place to enter a promotional code for this special WaterFire package: ZJL.
	The Providence Biltmore "The Grand Dame of Providence," the Providence Biltmore Hotel is the epitome of charm and elegance. Located in the center of the Capital City in Rhode Isalnd, the hotel is in close proximity to all that the city has to offer. The Providence Biltmore Hotel is the preferred destination for the discerning traveler looking for a quality experience and impeccable service beyond the myriad of Rhode Island Hotels.
	The Westin Providence The Westin Providence is your ideal haven for renewal and relaxation. Located in the heart of downtown Providence, the Westin Providence is connected to the Rhode Island Convention Center and Providence Place Mall.
	The Hilton In the heart of downtown Providence, Rhode Island, the Hilton Providence hotel has just completed a $40 million renovation. The hotel is within walking distance to Federal Hill, Providence Place Mall, the Rhode Island Convention Center, and adjacent to the Dunkin Donuts Center. On-site parking is available.
	Hotel Providence This landmark property, just a stroll away to WaterFire, offers an ideal location in the heart of downtown Providence’s Arts and Entertainment District. From vibrant theatres and shopping, to its world-class educational institutions and bustling convention center, the hotel puts all the excitement of the city within short walking distance. Known for the most luxurious accommodations in town, spacious suites & hotel guest rooms satisfy tastes from hip and chic to elegant and antique. All rooms are richly appointed with a deft mix of sumptuous elements like high end finishes, rich fabrics and tiger maple accents. Superb personalized service only adds to the splendor you would expect from a leading hotel. For reservations or more information please call 401.861.8000 or visit us at HotelProvidence.com "You feel like royalty the moment you drive up to the door." -A TripAdvisor Member, New York, NY "Even the hippest of the hip have to be impressed with The Hotel Providence" -Jeff Higley, Editor-in-chief, Hotel Design Magazine AAA Four Diamond Award, 2006-2008 New England Travel Directory, 2008 - Best Lodging Establishments Zagat, 2008 Top Rated Hotel in U.S.Hotels, Resorts Guide Expedia 2008, Insider Guide Award
	Extended Stay Hotels - East Providence Whether you are looking to stay for one night or one year, you will find Extended Stay Hotels located just east of Providence, the perfect place to be close to highway access, dining, and shopping opportunities. All of their studios feature plenty of room for living, dining and sleeping, ample workspace, a fully-equipped kitchen, on-site guest laundry, wireless high-speed internet access, and professionals who go out of their way to make sure every stay is a pleasant one. They have pet-friendly rooms available, and consistently earn rave reviews based on cleanliness and guest satisfaction. At Extended Stay Hotels, you’ll find everything you need to settle in comfortably - all at a price that makes sense.
	Providence Marriott Downtown The newly re-energized Providence Marriott Downtown invites guests to recharge, refresh and rediscover the possibilities with our all new renovated guest rooms featuring Marriott’s sleek new and sophisticated room design. As a guest at Providence Marriott Downtown you’ll enjoy the convenience of walking to neighborhood restaurants, Providence Place Mall, Providence Convention Center, attractions, historic landmarks, and renowned universities including the Ivy League’s esteemed Brown University. Providence Marriott Downtown is located one hour from Boston off I-95, a short drive from historic sites in nearby Newport, Rhode Island, and just 15 minutes from T.F. Green International Airport. With so much to see and do located minutes from the hotel, Providence Marriott Downtown is clearly Your Key to Rhode Island’s Treasures.

Providence Restaurants

Providence is internationally renowned for the excellence of its many superb restaurants. We suggest you plan your trip to allow yourself extra time to enjoy some of the best cuisine in all New England — consider staying for both lunch and dinner, or stay overnight and explore even more. There are well over 100 remarkable restaurants in Providence. Some are located nearby WaterFire and others can be found a short distance away at the Waterfront, on Federal Hill, and on the East and West Sides. We are pleased to recommend the following restaurants who all make a donation to support WaterFire and keep the fires burning.

	Waterplace Restaurant & Lounge Overlooking Water Place Park, WaterFire, and the Providence skyline, the new restaurant offers a choice of delightful, romantic and casual patio dining or air-conditioned comfort inside. From events for two to one thousand guests, Waterplace is truly the place to be. Our new menu features unique presentations like "Honey Chipotle Calamari" and "Award Winning Sea Bass". The menu offers fresh salads, pizzas, seafood, and pastas -with whimsical surprises such as "Specialty Filet Mignon" delicious bites and "Grilled Hearts of Romaine". For special events, please call (401) 272-1040. Special menu available for WaterFire events. Lounge nights are 10PM-2AM Fridays and Saturdays with National DJs spinning your favorite hits!
	Ruth’s Chris Steak House The Ruth’s Chris Steak House, Providence is located in the Capital Center district of Providence, Rhode Island, at 10 Memorial Boulevard in the new GTECH Center, a premiere downtown location wtih striking views of the Capital, Waterplace Park, and Providence’s historic East Side. WaterFire’s spectacular bonfires can be seen from several spots in the beautifully designed resaurant and its spacious outside terrace. Guests enjoy New Orleans-inspired appetizers, the finest U.S. Prime steaks, fresh seafood and classic desserts, all complemented by an award-winning wine list. Ruth’s Chris Steak House Providence is open for dinner nightly at 5:00pm. Make reservations by visiting www.RuthsChris.com. The restaurant offers private dining facilities for special occasions with friends and family or important meetings with colleagues or clients. If you are sponsoring a WaterFire lighting, please call our private dining sales manager to inquire about pricing and menus available for a private party on our patio which overlooks your lighting. For more information contact: Courtney Kershaw at (401) 272-2271.
	Temple Downtown Restaurant & Lounge Temple Downtown is ideally situated adjacent to the magnificient RI State House and one block from WaterFire. Temple downtown has been artfully designed inside the award-winning 4 diamond Renaissance Providence Hotel. The eclectic, contemporary design, infused with Masonic iconography, creates a modern "insider" vibe. While the chef inspired menu reflects both a brasserie and bistro flare with explosive flavors and fresh, local ingredients inspired by Providence’s regional culinary ancestry. The menu is complemented by a mixologist-driven list of sexy specialty cocktails and a user-friendly wine list. 120 Francis Street, Providence, (401) 919-5050, www.temple-downtown.com.
	The Capital Grille The train may have left the station, but you don’t have to miss out on the most extraordinary steak around. Join us in Union Station for dry aged steak that The Providence Journal lauds as having, “only gotten better with time.” We’re just one block away from the RI Convention Center and Dunkin’ Donuts Center and right across Union Plaza from WaterFire. Rhode Island Monthly says Capital Grille is the “Best Restaurant to Impress.” Please join us for Mike Dutra singing “Strictly Sinatra” on Thursday evenings from 6-9pm through Labor Day For reservations, visit www.thecapitalgrille.com or call us at (401) 521-5600
	AQUA Providence– Your Oasis in the City! A gentle breeze is blowing…crackling fire pits are burning…colored lights dancing, throwing ambiance into the night air…you’re at AQUA. This hip urban lounge lets you know you are part of the scene. Where else can you be so pampered in style? Spa services while sipping a signature margarita in your own private cabana by day…collecting a few good friends and sharing dinner by your very own fire pit by night. AQUA is Providence’s own OASIS in the city. AQUA is the perfect talk-of-the-town backdrop for those looking to socialize in style. Find your OASIS ~ AQUA.
	Dave & Buster’s Great food and big fun served up by the friendliest people in town: that’s always been our guiding principle…and not such a crazy idea after all.
	Hemenway’s Seafood Grill & Oyster Bar Come to Hemenway’s Seafood Grill & Oyster Bar to experience a Providence classic that boasts time-honored recipes for ocean-fresh seafood. Located right near Memorial Park and in front of the newest installation at WaterFire — Starry, Starry Night. For reservations, visit www.hemenwaysrestaurant.com or call us at (401) 351-8570.
	Parkside Rotisserie & Bar The Parkside Rotisserie and Bar is a Manhattan-style Bistro centrally located in the heart of Rhode Island’s capital city, Providence. Serving lunch and dinner daily, the Parkside is surely a fantastic choice anytime. Right across the park from WaterFire, near the newest WaterFire installation - Starry, Starry Night. Please call (401) 331-0003 for reservations.
	Pinelli Marra Restaurant Group & Fine Catering With family oriented atmospheres, affordable pricing, and a friendly home-town feel, Pinelli Marra Fine Catering is serving up a lot more than great food. Now almost a dozen years later, Pinelli-Marra Restaurant Group and Fine Caterers have built a cuisine empire. What started with a small restaurant in East Greenwich has flourished into an independent family of value-oriented restaurants: Pinelli’s Deli and Cafe at Night on Quaker Lane in West Warwick, The Grille On Main in East Greenwich, Pinelli’s Cucina Twist at 2095 Kingston Road in South Kingston, Pinelli’s Cucina at 900 Victory Highway in North Smithfield, Twist in Warwick on bald Hill Road, Twist on Angell Street in Providence, and their newest enterprise Waterplace in Downtown Providence. Call our Special Event Line at (401) 885-5956 for catered events. We look forward to turning your event into a Special Event!
	Aspire & The A-Bar Aspire and The A-Bar are the newest addition to the city’s bustling restaurant and bar scene. Casual dining, a wine room, al fresco dining on the terrace, fine and private dining, all add to the splendor. Under the culinary direction of Executive Chefs Jason Dragonetti and Robbie Cirillo, both venues offer contemporary American food with a special emphasis on inventive preparations of regional Rhode Island cuisine. Aspire offers mouth-watering selections of appetizers, steaks, seafood and Portuguese and Italian influenced dishes, while the A-Bar, a beacon for lounge aficionados, boasts an irresistible bar and cocktail menu. Inviting menus complemented by a global wine list and gracious staff all contribute to the elegant, relaing surroundings that exceed even the highest expectations. Located in Hotel Providence. For details visit www.aspirerestaurant.com. Opening grandly every day for breakfast, lunch & dinner. For reservations, please call (401) 521-3333
	Cafe Nuovo "Dazzling American Chic." Casually elegant Café Nuovo, at the Gondola Landing on Providence’s famed Riverwalk, has been unabashedly singled out by the Providence Journal as Rhode Island’s contribution to "world-class" dining. "The absolute perfect place to watch WaterFire." Through glass curtain walls or while dining al fresco on the outdoor piazza, patrons enjoy commanding views of the new Providence skyline and a direct view of the bonfires while the river and gondolas float by their romantic Café Nuovo perch. "Fine art and fine food are one and the same at Café Nuovo." Fresh, innovative, and with attention to every detail, eclectic Café Nuovo reinvents itself with each new culinary creation. So, expect the unexpected… salads arranged as centerpieces, entrees making grand entrances, desserts that dazzle… to keep you coming back, again and again." Call (401) 421-2525 for reservations.
	The Melting Pot - A Fondue Restaurant The Melting Pot is a dinner only fondue restaurant located right across the street from WaterFire, in the street level of the Providence Place Mall. The Melting Pot offers a unique and interactive dining experience that features creamy cheese fondues, freshly made salads, fondue-style entrees of meat, chicken, seafood and pasta, and delectable chocolate fondues. From a romantic dinner for two or a night out with the family and friends, The Melting Pot is a great place to "Dip into Something Different". For additional information please visit www.meltingpot.com/providence.