Providence, Rhode Island Hotel

Colleges & Universities Convention Center Waterfire Providence Area Attractions Nearby Cities Airport & Transportation Directions Hotel Map

Explore the dynamic and historic city of Providence, Rhode Island when you vacation at Providence Marriott Downtown hotel - Your Key to Rhode Islands Treasures. Located off I-95, Providence Marriott Downtown is within a short distance from dozens of restaurants, shopping at Providence Place Mall, and attractions such as the Planetarium and spectacular Waterfire exhibit. Also near the hotel are prestigious colleges and universities including Brown University, Johnson & Wales University, and University of Rhode Island. Our close proximity to Newport makes it easy to plan day trips to the charming seaside town. TF Green International Airport is just 15 minutes from the hotel and Boston is an hour drive distance.

Providence Colleges & Universities. The opportunities for academic achievement are limitless in Providence. A number of prestigious colleges and universities are located within minutes of Providence Marriott Downtown Hotel. Among the most notable campuses in Providence are the Ivy League’s Brown University, Johnson & Wales University, Rhode Island College, and the Rhode Island School of Design. The various academic institutions in Providence also offer facilities for professional development and continuing education programs.  [Top]

Rhode Island Convention Center. Situated in downtown Providence, the Rhode Island Convention Center offers stunning facilities for large scale meetings, conventions, and exhibits in New England. The Convention Center is adjacent to Providence Place Mall and offers 137,000 square feet of flexible event space for groups up to 9,000 people.   [Top]

Waterfire Providence. Waterfire Providence is an awe-inspiring fire sculpture consisting of 100 bonfires that illuminate the three rivers that meander through Providence along Waterplace Park. The flaming sculpture was first created by artist Barnaby Evans in 1994 to commemorate the 10th anniversary of First Night Providence, a New Year’s Eve event. Waterfire Providence is an exciting seasonal program with a full schedule of “shows.” Waterfire is choreographed to music. Visit www.waterfire.org for more information.  [Top]

Providence Marriott Downtown Area Attractions

• Old State House - .3 miles
• Benefit Street Mile of History - .5 miles
• Federal Hill - 1.5 miles
• John Brown House Museum - 1 mile
• Providence Performing Arts Center - 1.3 miles
• RISD Museum - 1 mile
• Roger Williams Park Zoo - 6 miles
• VMA Arts and Cultural Center - .5 miles
• Trinity Repertory Company - 1.3 miles
• Prospect Terrace Park - 1 mile
• Newport Mansions - 25 miles
• Tennis Hall of Fame - 25 miles
• The Arcade - 1.5 miles
• Slater Mill - 6 miles
• La Gondola - 1 mile
• Providence Children’s Museum - 1.4 miles
• Providence Place Mall - .9 miles
• Bank of American Skating Center - 1.5 miles
• Waterfire Providence - 1 mile
• Twin River - 5.6 miles  [Top]

Near Providence Marriott Downtown

• Newport
• Boston
• Federal Hill
• Warwick
• Foxborough (Gillette Stadium)  [Top]

Airport & Transportation

• TF Green International Airport
• TF Green Airport Taxi & Limousine Service: Departs TF Green International Airport daily, every hour on the hour from 5:00am to 11:00pm.  Cost is $11 per person, one way.  Tickets must be purchased at the kiosk located by North Baggage Claim.  Contact: (401) 737-2868.
• Taxi - fare to Providence Marriott Downtown hotel from TF Green International Airport is approximately $32.  [Top]

Directions to Providence Marriott Downtown

• 95 North Bound (From New York)
  Take Exit 23 (State Offices Exit). At top of ramp, at the stop sign, turn left. Providence Marriott Downtown hotel can be seen on the left-hand side.
• 95 South Bound (From Boston)
  Take Exit 23 (Charles Street Exit). At bottom of exit ramp, take a right (this is a one way road); follow until you see Subway sandwich shop on the left-hand side where you will make a left turn. Follow this road for another ½ mile and the Providence Marriott Downtown hotel will be on the right hand side.
• From 195 West (From Fall River/New Bedford)
  Following 195 West to 95 North (Boston). Take Exit #23 (State Offices Exit). At top of ramp, at the traffic light, turn left. Providence Marriott Downtown hotel can be seen on the left-hand side.
• From Hartford (From Route 6 East)
  Follow route 6 East and Take the 295 South/6 East Exit. Follow for ½ mile to 6 East -Providence, Exit 5. Follow to 6 East, 10 North. Proceed to 6 East, 95, 195 Signage. Follow signs for 95 North-Boston, take Exit #23 (State Offices Exit). At top of ramp, at the traffic light, turn left. Providence Marriott Downtown hotel can be seen on the left-hand side.
• From 146 South
  Take Admiral Street exit. Make a left at the first set of lights. Make a right at the next set of lights (Which turns on to Charles Street). Follow this road for another 3/4 of a mile and the Providence Marriott Downtown hotel will be on your right side.
• From TF Green International Airport
  Exit airport and follow signs for 95 North to Providence. Take Exit #23 (State Offices Exit). At top of ramp, at the traffic light, turn left. Providence Marriott Downtown hotel can be seen on the left-hand side.  [Top]

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