Hotel Viking News

The Boston Globe - September 2026

Hotel Viking in Newport Has New Look a new look. Can its Signature Restaurant Become a Destination of its Own?

The French Riviera-inspired restaurant is betting big on adventurous seafood, a serious raw bar, and a new king of hotel dining.

August 2026

Hotel Viking Officially Reopens Following A Property-Wide Reimagination

Hotel Viking, the 210-key landmark hotel in Newport, Rhode Island, is officially reopened to locals and visitors following a comprehensive transformation in its centennial year.

DuJour Magazine: The Weekender - August 2026

Your Complete Guide on Guide on How to Spend a Gilded Weekend in America's First Resort Town

For a quintessential Newport escape, check into Hotel Viking. The city’s grande dame has welcomed guests since 1926 and recently emerged from an extensive top-to-bottom renovation just in time for its centennial celebrations, blending its Jazz Age heritage with fresh, contemporary interiors, thoughtfully redesigned guest rooms, and reimagined public spaces. The location, meanwhile, is pretty tough to beat: The Cliff Walk, Newport Mansions, Thames Street, and the harbor are all within an easy stroll. Retreat to the rooftop bar for sweeping views over Newport’s rooftops and Narragansett Bay, unwind by the indoor pool, linger over cocktails in the Skoal Room, and brunch the next morning at the New England-tropical Pescadou. The result is a stay that feels unmistakably Newport.

PBN - August 2026

America250-Enduring Success: Hotel Viking

Hotel Viking opened in 1926 as a gathering place for Newport residents and visitors. Nearly a century later remains a landmark on Bellevue Ave.

Modern Luxury – June 2026

The Ultimate Guide To Newport

”Celebrating its centennial, the Hotel Viking reopened last month after a stunning renovation. This historic property blends iconic heritage, like original brass lobby key boxes, with modern luxurious flair. Unwind at Spa Fjör or in the indoor pool.”

Boston Globe – June 2026

27 New Restaurants and Bars in R.I. to Try This Summer

”Hotel Viking, one of Newport’s most iconic properties, reopened in May after a multimillion-dollar renovation. The hotel boasts four new restaurant and bar concepts: a French Riviera-inspired restaurant called Pescadou along with cocktail bar Skoal Room, coffee and pastry café Tuck Shop, and rooftop bar Cap Club.”

Rhode Island Monthly – June 2026

Your 2026 Rhode Island Summer Bucket List

”Let your cares drift into space as you munch on light bites and gaze over views of the waterfront, Gilded Age mansions and boats from The Hotel Viking’s roof. Time a visit right for sunset.”

Fodors – June 2026

You Won’t Need a Passport to Visit These 10 Spectacular Islands

”Fresh off a starring role in the HBO series The Gilded Age, Aquidneck Island is home to Newport, Rhode Island. Visitors can stroll stretches of the dramatic Cliff Walk, explore mansions like the Vanderbilts’ The Breakers, or poke through the local boutiques and seafood restaurants of the downtown Wharfs. For lodging, the historic Hotel Viking celebrated a grand reopening in May to celebrate its 100th anniversary.”

Meetings Today – June 2026

New & Renovated – Historic Hotel Renovation in Rhode Island

”The 208-room hotel opened in 1926 as a gathering place for culture and conversation. Renovations to the property blend historic character, modern comfort, layered textures, residential style interiors and custom furnishings.”

Reader's Digest – June 2026

The Best Day Trips from Every World Cup City in the U.S.

”I’ve always enjoyed exploring Newport in the summer. On one trip, I stayed at the centrally located Hotel Viking, which turns 100 this year and recently underwent a major renovation. I spent a day strolling the miles-long Newport Cliff Walk, taking in the many Gilded Age mansions on this part of the Atlantic.”

Wine Spectator – May 2026

Historic Rhode Island Hotel Reopens With New Restaurant

”At Pescadou, the 100-year-old Hotel Viking in Newport has brought chef Robert Andreozzi on board and built a compelling wine cellar.”

Condé Nast Traveler – May 2026

Hotel Viking: First In

“Newport's new and improved living room is a treat for guests and locals alike.”

Boston Globe – March 2026

Newport’s Landmark Hotel Viking Is About To See a Culinary Revival

“When the hotel reopens in early May, it’ll have four new food and drink concepts in its lineup: Pescadou, a French Riviera-inspired seafood restaurant; Cap Club, a tropical rooftop bar; Skoal Room, a classic cocktail bar; and Tuck Shop, a preppy café in the lobby.”

Providence Business News – February 2026

Hotel Viking Partnering with Littleneck Hospitality Group for New Eatery & Bar Concepts

“Littleneck Hospitality Group, Providence-based restaurant group founded in 2020, is led by Robert Andreozzi, a two-time James Beard Award nominee, and Jesse Hedberg, a 2026 James Beard semifinalist.”

Hotel Management – December 2025

Hotel Viking Begins Centennial Renovation Ahead of May Reopening

“The updated design maintains many of the hotel’s original features while incorporating residential-style finishes across guestrooms and public areas of the Rhode Island hotel, which is scheduled to reopen in May 2026. The interior design was led by Los Angeles-based Beleco Design.“

Lodging Magazine – December 2025

Hotel Viking Announces Renovation Ahead of 100th Anniversary

“As we approach the 100-year mark, our goal is not only to restore its beauty but to rekindle its soul. The project is about honoring history while creating a space that feels vibrant, current, and deeply connected to the community.”

Travel Weekly – December 2025

The Hotel Viking Is Preparing for Its Centennial

“As part of the project, the hotel's original architecture will be preserved, with the renovation also delivering ‘refined, residential touches.’ Guestrooms, public spaces and meeting and event areas will receive a refresh.”