Charlestown Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

HG8DHK Waves reaching shore at beach against cloudy sky
HG8DHK Waves reaching shore at beach against cloudy sky
Caribbean, Nevis, Charlestown, View of St. Pauls Anglican Church
The Charlestown Breachway. This narrow inlet connects Ninigret Pond with the Atlantic Ocean. During the peak tides, the current can be quite strong. Strong enough to make it difficult, if not impossible, to swim across the short distance. On the right side of the image is East Beach, a magnificent miles long beach. The only way to access it is either by foot, four wheel vehicle ( no paved roads, only sand - and permit is required ) or by boat. #beach
It's one of the last summer-like days in late September and the weather could not have been better. I'm at the entrance of the Charlestown Breachway. Here, the Atlantic Ocean flows into Ninigret Pond, a salt water estuary. It's a perfect get-away-from-it-all spot. The current can run through here pretty fast between tides. #beach

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Where to stay in Charlestown

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Downtown Charlestown

Though Downtown Charlestown may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ninigret Park and Ninigret National Wildlife Refuge.

Downtown Charlestown
The Pell - Part of JdV by Hyatt

The Pell - Part of JdV by Hyatt

4 out of 5
425 E Main Rd Middletown RI
The price is AU$176 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
AU$176
12 Mar - 13 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Middletown. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (999 reviews)
We enjoyed our stay. Very clean and nice hotel. Staff is also very friendly.

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

The Pell - Part of JdV by Hyatt
Spark by Hilton Mystic Groton

Spark by Hilton Mystic Groton

3 out of 5
55 Whitehall Avenue Mystic CT
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$118 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
AU$118
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Mystic. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,445 reviews)
Great price for a decent hotel. The breakfast area is spacious!

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Spark by Hilton Mystic Groton
Bellissimo Hotel, Trademark by Wyndham Near Foxwoods Casino

Bellissimo Hotel, Trademark by Wyndham Near Foxwoods Casino

3.5 out of 5
411A & 411B Norwich Westerly Road North Stonington CT
The price is AU$166 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
AU$166
23 Mar - 24 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in North Stonington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,549 reviews)
I paid for a jacuzzi tub but the jets didn’t work right. They would go on and off. Plus the room wasn’t that nice. There were water stains on the ceiling. This place is not worth the money.

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Bellissimo Hotel, Trademark by Wyndham Near Foxwoods Casino
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Island House Newport

Island House Newport

4 out of 5
37 Memorial Blvd Newport RI
Stay at this aparthotel in Newport. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and free bicycles on-site. Popular attractions Thames Street and Newport Mansions are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (35 reviews)
Perfect downtown location, brand new luxe room.

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Island House Newport
Ocean State Escape - Walk to beach!

Ocean State Escape - Walk to beach!

Narragansett RI
Stay at this houseboat in Narragansett. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an in-room coffee maker and air conditioning. Popular attractions Narragansett Beach and Sand Hill ...
Ocean State Escape - Walk to beach!
Oceancliff Resort I & II

Oceancliff Resort I & II

4 out of 5
65 Ridge Rd Newport RI
Stay at this business-friendly condo in Newport. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Thames Street and Newport Mansions are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (63 reviews)
Fix the window cranks, paper holder came off and water pressure seemed kinda low .. however the water was nice and warm .. absolutely loved the fireplace and how spacious the rooms were . Though I would come back again on new years it’s was quiet 😊

Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026

Oceancliff Resort I & II
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Popular places to visit

Beautiful starry sky over the Frosty Drew Observatory and Science Center in Rhode Island.

Frosty Drew Observatory

Enjoy an outing to Frosty Drew Observatory during your stay in Charlestown. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the casinos in the area.

Frosty Drew Observatory

Ninigret National Wildlife Refuge

You can take time to visit Ninigret National Wildlife Refuge during your travels to Charlestown. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the casinos in the area.

Ninigret National Wildlife Refuge

Ninigret Park

Explore the great outdoors at Ninigret Park, a lovely green space in Charlestown. Wander the beaches and waterfront while you're in the area.

Ninigret Park

Burlingame State Park Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Burlingame State Park Beach during your trip to Charlestown? Stroll along the beaches or discover the area's sunsets.

Burlingame State Park Beach

Burlingame State Park

You can take time to visit Burlingame State Park during your travels to Charlestown. Wander the beaches and waterfront while you're in the area.

Burlingame State Park

Fantastic Umbrella Factory

Enjoy an outing to Fantastic Umbrella Factory during your stay in Charlestown. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Fantastic Umbrella Factory

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