Hotels in Newport, RI Gear Up for a Summer of Fun Events

MIDDLETOWN, RI--(Marketwire - Mar 26, 2012) - It may be spring, but summer is set to be a scorcher with major events near hotels in Newport, Rhode Island. Guests at the Courtyard Newport Middleton are just 3 miles from Newport's historic downtown, putting them near all of this summer's hottest events.

The season kicks off with the Newport Bermuda Race on June 15, 2012. The 635-mile ocean race, spread across 3 to 6 days, travels a particularly challenging stretch of the Atlantic Ocean. More than 180 boats compete in this race, held every 2 years. Guests at this hotel near Newport yachting center can be there to see the competitors take off from the city's historic seaport. To learn more about the event, visit www.bermudarace.com. The following month, the harbor hosts a July 4^th parade and fireworks display; a stunning sight with the water and boats as part of the scene.

Tennis fans can spend a week watching top male athletes compete in Campbell's Hall of Fame Tennis Championships, July 9^th through the 15^th. One of the top 15 North American tournaments and the only one on the continent to hold grass-court events, the tennis championships bring players directly from Wimbledon to compete for the Van Alen Cup and almost $400,000 in prize money. The Annual Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony is the highlight of the tournament. To learn more, visit www.tennisfame.com.

If you're looking for a few reasons to extend your stay, the Courtyard Newport Middleton offers great hotel deals in Newport, RI, and two overlapping events means there's plenty to keep you, and the family, entertained. Celebrating its 28^th year, the Black Ships Festival highlights Japanese art and culture, with arts and crafts, martial arts, a tea ceremony, and Taiko drums. For more information on the festival, held July 12^th through the 15^th, visit www.blackshipsfestival.com. On July 14^th and 15^th, the Newport Kite Festival takes to the skies, with colorful kites sailing against the beautiful background of the Atlantic Ocean. For more information, visit www.newportkitefestival.com.

Whether you're in Newport, RI for a corporate retreat or to spend some time with the family, the Courtyard Newport Middleton offers generous amenities and comfortable accommodations. Experience the new lobby, with free Wi-Fi, lounge-like spaces to relax or work, and The Bistro, offering healthy fare around the clock, plus Starbucks^® beverages and evening cocktails. Renovated accommodations, a heated indoor/outdoor pool, and free guest parking are just a few more reasons this downtown hotel is a great place to call home.

To learn more about the Courtyard Newport Middleton, visit the hotel website at http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/pvdmd-courtyard-newport-middletown/, where you can book rooms, find packages and deals, discover nearby dining and attractions, and explore this hotel's meeting rooms in Middletown.

About the Courtyard Newport Middleton

At the heart of the Courtyard Newport Middleton is a brand-new lobby experience, bringing guests together with flexible spaces to work or relax. With the new lobby at this Newport hotel, guests can access the world with free Wi-Fi and get the latest news, weather, and airport information via the GoBoard. Nothing brings a community together like mealtime, and The Bistro provides guests with healthy options throughout the day, plus Starbucks^® coffee and evening cocktail service. A fitness center and heated indoor/outdoor pool are also available to all guests. The comfort and quality carry onto the accommodations, which feature separate seating areas, large work spaces with ergonomic chairs, Internet access, coffee service, plush bedding, and stunning views of the grounds. Located just minutes from historic downtown, the Courtyard Newport Middleton offers easy access to the area's biggest attractions, including the Tennis Hall of Fame, historic mansions along Bellevue Avenue, sailing, beautiful beaches, and the Newport Folk and Jazz Festival. This affordable hotel is also a great choice for parents of students attending nearby schools, including St. Georges School and Brown University. Academics and business travelers will also appreciate this hotel's nearly 1,500 sq ft of meeting space.