Situated just one block from Washington Square in Newport, Rhode Island city centre, this historic inn is a federal-style building that was once the Newport county jail Jailhouse Inn is within walking distance of great restaurants, fine dining and vibrant entertainment The White Horse Tavern, New Englands oldest tavern and now a 5-star restaurant, is right across the street The Cliff Walk, beaches and Ocean Drive are just minutes away Built for the city in 1772, the completely renovated Jailhouse Inn features a free European-style continental breakfast every morning Tea and fresh-baked cookies are served every afternoon for guests to enjoy while watching the bustling Marlborough Street