The Dean Hotel
3 stars
7.3
Good
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3 stars
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The Dean Hotel

3 stars
122 Fountain Street, Providence, RI 02903
7.3
Good
1064 reviews
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Located in Downtown Providence, in the Downcity Arts District, The Dean is a stylish 52-room boutique hotel minutes from Providences celebrated restaurants, museums, universities, and just one block from the Rhode Island Convention Center. The Dean oiHotelier/iStay
Located in Downtown Providence, in the Downcity Arts District, The Dean is a stylish 52-room boutique hotel minutes from Providences celebrated restaurants, museums, universities, and just one block from the Rhode Island Convention Center. The Dean offers dining and entertainment for all occasions, including a cocktail bar, karaoke lounge, and coffee shop. Rooms include free Wi-Fi, cable TV, contemporary and vintage furniture, as well as curated photography from local and national artists.iHotelier/iStay
Rating
7.3
Good
Based on 1064 verified guest reviews

Available rates

Tue 4/1
Wed 4/2

The neighborhood - Downtown

122 Fountain Street, Providence, RI 02903

What's nearby

  • Dunkin Donuts Center2 min walk
  • Trinity Repertory Company2 min walk
  • The Residences at the Westin3 min walk
  • Providence Biltmore4 min walk
  • Providence City Hall5 min walk
  • Providence Place Mall6 min walk
  • Rhode Island Convention Center2 min walk
  • Lupo's Heartbreak Hotel2 min walk
  • Grace Church3 min walk
  • BankNewport City Center5 min walk
  • Kennedy Plaza5 min walk
  • Burnside Park Providence Rhode Island6 min walk

Reviews

7.3
Good
1064 verified ratings
Wonderful
421
Very good
230
Good
160
Okay
84
Fair
70
Mediocre
36
Poor
63

Summary of reviews

Guests say
The reviews provided a mix of experiences at the hotel, with many guests appreciating the central location and clean facilities. However, a significant number found the service lacking, and several comments highlighted issues with the room size and atmosphere. Amenities were also mentioned as a downside, particularly the lack of certain essentials. Overall, while there are some positive aspects, potential guests should be aware of the negative feedback regarding service and room comfort.
AI-Generated from customer reviews
Cleanliness9 out of 10
Location9 out of 10
Amenities2.5 out of 10
Atmosphere2 out of 10
Service2 out of 10
Room Size1.5 out of 10
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3.0
Poor
Joseph, Mar 2025
Pros (+) Cool place, nice staff, decent price, good location (easy walk to Amtrak station)
Cons (-) SO INCREDIBLY NOISY—- I was in 207 over the karaoke bar, and until about 11pm (maybe later on weekends), my room was rockin’ to mega base and drunk girl anthems. The hotel’s also old and not well soundproofed, so I also got to hear my male neighbor’s morning toilet “up close and personal,” consisting of turning up the radio and singing along in falsetto (think offkey Mick Jagger, “Emotional Rescue...
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5.0
Fair
Patrice, Mar 2025
Pros (+) Location.
Cons (-) Thermostat wasn’t working so couldn’t control temperature in room. No microwave for guests to use. Hotel coffee shop has closed. Light near lower bed not working. One small trash can only (in bathroom). Overall, a pricey bunk bed room that looked outdated and a little shoddy and offered very few amenities.
3.0
Poor
Emily, Mar 2025
Pros (+) We did manage to get a good night's sleep.
Cons (-) We used to be frequent guests at The Dean, so we noticed right away how much had changed since it was sold. Most bothersome: we always ate dinner at the restaurant and got breakfast at the cafe in the lobby and did not realize both had closed permanently. Most annoyingly: the cafe had no sign saying it was closed, which would have given us time to find another option in the morning. I stood at the...
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9.0
Wonderful
Pierre, Mar 2025
Cons (-) Not available on the property during this visit
4.0
Mediocre
Devin, Feb 2025
Cons (-) No heat. They had a space heater in the room. When calling the front desk, I received an answering machine. Room and common areas dirty. Black mold on ceiling in bedroom. No parking. $40 parking per night. Restaurant closed. Checked in at 8 pm. No one at the front desk, only security.
1.0
Poor
Yvette, Feb 2025
Pros (+) HORRIBLE THIS IS A SCAM!! DO NOT BOOK
Cons (-) HORRIBLE THIS IS A SCAM!! DO NOT BOOK
7.0
Good
Michael, Feb 2025
Pros (+) room was clean and comfortable. fine for 1 person.
Cons (-) the shower curtain was broken and not appropriate for the small shower. it should be a glass door. the curtain kept sticking to me because the shower wasnt big enough. it also didnt keep the water inside. It will create water damage issues before long.
10
Wonderful
Joseph, Feb 2025
Pros (+) The Dean is a unique boutique hotel, lovingly restored from an old industrial building.
4.0
Mediocre
Anthony, Feb 2025
Pros (+) The room was on the pricy side to be a bare minimum as it was. It was extremely small and there was no microwave or fridge. The place charged us for the 2 waters that were there, and left a not encouraging us to "reuse our towels." Unless we just ran the hot water from the faucet, there was no way for us to get hot water for tea or coffee, and the coffee station they had in the very small lobby wa...
Cons (-) Simply put a small microwave in the rooms. Deliver clean towels on a daily basis. House keeping on a regular would be a plus as well.
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7.0
Good
Nando, Jan 2025
Pros (+) Location. Best. Staff good. Nice decorated.
Cons (-) The heater is very small and portable. I still felt cold. Also it seems room hasnt cleaned well. I found one pcs glass or hard platic. I step on it, luckily its not a big piece so im fine. I dont want to complaint and make it a big scene like most of people. I just hope to be more details on cleaning next

Amenities

  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Internet
  • Parking
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Night club

Things to keep in mind

Check-in: From 3:00 pm
Check-out: Prior to 11:00 am
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