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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT : Newport Harbor ; the Norman Bird Sanctuary ; the Cliff Walk ; Castle Hill Inn ; Rosecliff mansion ; the Lawn at Castle Hill Inn ; a room at the Hampton Inn & Suites Newport / Middletown ; the Ca ’ del Bosco Wine Garden at the Chanler at Cliff Walk ; Thames Street .

THE LAP OF LUXURY Treat yourself to decadence on a weekend jaunt to the City by the Sea .

22 Bowen ’ s Wine Bar & Grille
This prime steakhouse is located in the heart of Bowen ’ s Wharf against a waterfront backdrop . Take your pick of top-of-the-line steaks , seafood , sides like creamed spinach , roasted asparagus and grilled broccolini , appetizers like crab cakes , tuna tartare and charred octopus , and don ’ t leave without getting a taste of the crispy , yet ooey-gooey creme brulee . The perfect dessert pairing ? The lemon drop martini coated with a sugar rim . 22bowens . com
The Lawn at Castle Hill Inn
This is the epitome of dinner with a view . Whether you want to lounge on the Adirondack chairs dotted
along the green or enjoy a dinner experience on the terrace , you ’ re guaranteed an unforgettable and Instagrammable view . If you opt for entrees , don ’ t miss the coconut lemongrass shrimp for a fresh , savory curry with jasmine rice and papaya salad . For dessert , go with the lemon verrine , a light and airy dish of lemon curd and blueberries scented with Earl Grey . castlehill inn . com
Ca ’ del Bosco Wine Garden
Be sure to stop by the Chanler at Cliff Walk , an opulent seaside hotel , for the Ca ’ del Bosco Wine Garden . Set against an ocean backdrop in a garden setting , you ’ ll feel like you ’ ve been transported to the Italian countryside when you order an
Italian spritzer with some pizza and gelato and enjoy the melodic sounds of music drifting from nearby speakers . The best part ? You don ’ t need to be a guest of the hotel to enjoy this experience — perfect for budget-friendly travelers . If you head to Newport during the offseason , the Chanler offers an apple cider bar in the fall and a hot chocolate bar in the winter months . So , no matter the season , you ’ re in for a treat . thechanler . com
Bowen ’ s Wharf .
The Bodhi Spa Newport
Pamper yourself with an unforgettable spa experience with hydrotherapy at the Bodhi Spa . The unique water journey includes a blend of hot and cold pools , saunas and steam rooms that are said to stimulate the circulatory system and promote general wellness . Pair your water journey with traditional spa services like a massage , facial and more at this spa located on Thames Street . thebodhispa . com — T . P .
PHOTOGRAPHY : COURTESY OF DISCOVER NEWPORT / COREY FAVINO ; MAAIKE BERNSTROM ; COURTESY OF THE CHANLER AT CLIFF WALK .
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