Weekapaug Inn, a Forbes Five-Star, Relais & Chateaux respite, is a timeless, New England-style Inn set in peaceful Westerly, Rhode Island, on the idyllic Quonochontaug Pond, one of the area’s signature salt lagoons, with sweeping views of the Atlantic beyond.

Established in 1899, the charming Weekapaug Inn has welcomed guests to its bucolic landscape and meaningful grounds for generations. With the intimacy and relaxations of home, thirty-three guestrooms, including four Signature Suites, welcome with distinctive design, décor and indulgent amenities. Adirondack chairs and games grace The Lawn, a heated saline pool, fitness center and a borrowing closet provide welcoming comforts for every season. Self-sufficient, the Inn’s geothermal well services the retreat, while a verdant Chef’s Garden provides the kitchen and bar with just-harvested ingredients. The Inn Naturalist shares tailored educational outings and environmental tours. 

As a child friendly hotel, Weekapaug Inn offers activities ranging from the pool and beach, to crabbing and exploring the tideline. The Inn boasts a big, beautiful grassy back yard, lawn games, Nature Craft programs, bikes, boats, kites, fishing poles and a super safe community. Weekapaug Inn also welcomes four-legged friends.

Accommodations

Weekapaug Inn offers thirty-three guest rooms, including four Signature Suites. The accommodations feature a blend of original Inn furnishings and modern touches; each designed with a unique color palette. Guests enjoy high-speed wireless internet, heated bathroom floors, and towel racks, along with complimentary amenities for a luxurious stay. 

Both of the Carriage House Suites are the only accommodations to boast views of both the Pond and the salt marsh Cove and have private entrances. In addition to living, kitchen and dining areas, these beautifully appointed one-bedroom suites feature a furnished deck with deep soaking tub.

Each of the beautifully appointed, residence-style Rhode Island Signature Suites offer expansive views of Quonochontaug Pond, the Atlantic Ocean, and Weekapaug village through windows on three sides. Ideal for families and those seeking longer stays, each hotel suite offers a full kitchen, large dining area, den/library with gas fireplace, pullout queen sleeper sofa and laundry facilities.

Named Fenway, meaning ‘Path through a Marsh’, is recently renovated accommodations, designed to offer guests a heightened sense of comfort, style, and connection to the natural beauty of the Rhode Island shoreline. The newly refreshed Fenway Suites feature refined interiors that reflect the charm and character of New England’s coastal heritage. Each of the three Fenway Suites has its own enclosed, furnished deck with lounge chairs and a deep soaking tub.

Culinary & Cocktails

All day meals are enjoyed in the elegant, coastal casual Restaurant where Executive Chef Gerardo Viejo collaborate with local growers, farmers and fishmongers, to create an intentionally seasonal take on New England cuisine. The Restaurant’s intimate dining room beckons guests with cozy corners and views of the pond, the firepit, and The Lawn while The Bar offers a family room setting with cocktails, traditional fare and modern light bites tucked around a wood burning fireplace. In warmer months, al fresco dining is available at The Deck, around the pool, beach and at the Bathhouse. Seasonal BBQ events with a grand smoker as well as Lobster Boils take place while stargazing and classic s’mores.

The Restaurant offers formal dining with a modern interpretation of New England coastal cuisine, showcasing fresh, locally inspired flavors in an elegant setting. The Restaurant boasts a warm and inviting setting for hotel guests and locals to enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The Bar is the Inn’s central gathering spot and welcoming environment for guests and neighbors alike. It offers comfortable seating as well as a casual menu inspired by the traditional roots of New England. Weekapaug Inn offers an array of seasonal dining experiences, including al fresco meals on The Deck with stunning views, and poolside or lawn side service during warmer months.

Resort Activities

Weekapaug Inn offers a wide range of activities designed to immerse guests in relaxation and adventure. Guests can explore the outdoors with guidance from the in-house Naturalist or enjoy family-friendly activities, daily boat tours, and water safaris. Seasonal offerings include kayaking, paddleboarding, sailing, and access to a pristine white sand beach with full amenities. The resort features a heated saline outdoor lap pool, jacuzzi, fitness center, and a Volvo test drive program. Additional experiences, such as golf, tennis, fishing, beach walks, and stargazing, ensure something for everything. Weekapaug Inn provides complimentary coffee, beverages, and snacks throughout the day.

The Birdsong Project

In each suite, guests can enjoy a new partnership with The Birdsong Project, a celebrated initiative that brings together acclaimed musicians, poets, and artists to honor birdsong and nature. As part of this collaboration, Weekapaug Inn features custom record players and curated vinyl LPs from The Birdsong Project in each of its guest suites. The Birdsong Project is a one-of-a-kind creative endeavor founded to support the National Audubon Society’s mission to protect birds and their habitats. The project features contributions from artists such as Yo-Yo Ma, Beck, Nick Cave, and many others, and serves as a gentle reminder of the role nature plays in wellness and inspiration.

Sustainability

Weekapaug Inn demonstrates its commitment to sustainability through native vegetated buffers, erosion-controlling river-stone borders, and eco-conscious landscaping that limits chemical use. There is a state-of-the-art geothermal heating and cooling system, filtered water dispenser and provides guests with reusable drinking bottles that they can use across the property. Through a partnership with Earth Care Farms, Rhode Island’s oldest operating compost farm—the property is a proud zero-waste culinary destination that composts all food scraps, which are then repurposed into soil for use by local farms. The process aids the planet by supporting the circle of life.