Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Middletown travel guide

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You're Going to Love Middletown

With a population of 17.303, Middletown is a must-see destination in Rhode Island, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Middletown to see all of its attractions.

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Where to Eat in Middletown

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Helmway (425 E Main Rd) and Tickets Restaurant & Patio (15 Aquidneck Ave) are great picks.

When to visit Middletown

Middletown in February
Estimated hotel price
$118
1 night at 3-star hotel
Middletown in February
Estimated hotel price
$118
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Middletown in July, when the average temperature is 71.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 78.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 23 °F, with an average temperature of 30.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 4.7″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Middletown, with an average rainfall of 3″.

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How to Get to Middletown

Plane

When flying to Middletown, you’ll arrive at Newport State (NPT), which is located 2 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Middletown departs from Knoxville and takes around 2h 12m.

Car

Another option to get to Middletown is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 242 km from Middletown. You’ll find branches of Turo and Drive Tri-State, among others, in New York.

Plane

When flying to Middletown, you’ll arrive at Newport State (NPT), which is located 2 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Middletown departs from Knoxville and takes around 2h 12m.

Car

Another option to get to Middletown is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 242 km from Middletown. You’ll find branches of Turo and Drive Tri-State, among others, in New York.

Airports near Middletown

MVYWest Tisbury Martha's Vineyard
BOSBoston Logan Intl
PVDProvidence-TFGreen

Airlines serving Middletown

Lufthansa
Good (8,116 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,534 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,095 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,437 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,989 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,452 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,247 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,620 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (939 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,940 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,742 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,607 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,868 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,209 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,308 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,419 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (420 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,476 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,317 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,403 reviews)
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Where to stay in Middletown

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Rhea's Inn by the Sea and The Carriage House Inn Newport.

Where to stay in popular areas of Middletown

Most booked hotels in Middletown

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Hampton Inn & Suites Newport/Middletown
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 383 reviews)
$259+
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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Middletown Newport Area
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1118 reviews)
$194+
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Wyndham Newport Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 987 reviews)
$284+
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Newport Harbor Island Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 834 reviews)
$565+
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Newport Marriott Hotel & Spa
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 610 reviews)
$632+
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Newport Beach Hotel & Suites
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 247 reviews)
$262+
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Renting a car in Middletown

Renting a car in Middletown costs $58 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 66% cheaper than airport locations in Middletown.

Expect to pay $4.20 per gallon in Middletown (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $50.42 and $67.23. The most frequently booked car type in Middletown is Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Volkswagen Jetta or similar) are, on average, 66% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Middletown costs $58 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 66% cheaper than airport locations in Middletown.

Expect to pay $4.20 per gallon in Middletown (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $50.42 and $67.23. The most frequently booked car type in Middletown is Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Volkswagen Jetta or similar) are, on average, 66% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Middletown

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$62/day

Intermediate

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5 Adults, 5 Bags

$65/day

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