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Jailhouse Inn

Newport, Rhode Island, United States

Hotel · local-legend

The Story

The former Newport jail retains a reputation for prisoners who never fully left. Travel coverage describes ghosts lingering in guest rooms that once served as cells. The present inn keeps reminders of its custodial past, giving this tradition a clear physical setting without needing to invent names for its supposed occupants.

The Hauntings

The former Newport jail retains a reputation for prisoners who never fully left. Travel coverage describes ghosts lingering in guest rooms that once served as cells. The present inn keeps reminders of its custodial past, giving this tradition a clear physical setting without needing to invent names for its supposed occupants.

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Plan Your Visit

A lodging property; follow current guest-access arrangements, and do not assume basement or former-cell access without permission. Current access is unconfirmed.

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