The 2024 Marinas.com Boaters' Choice Awards Recipients Are Here! See This Year's Marina Honorees

Newport Yachting Center

116 Reviews
Write a Review
20 Commercial Wharf
Newport, RI 02840
41° 29' 6.77'', -71° 19' 4.61''
4018461600
VHF Ch. 9
$4/ft
www.newportyachtingcenter.com
Newport Harbor
NYC Facebook
Newport Yachting Center
Newport Yachting Center
Newport Yachting Center
Newport Yachting Center
Newport Yachting Center
Newport Yachting Center
Newport Yachting Center
Newport Yachting Center
Newport Yachting Center
Fuel
Last Updated: Sep 24, 2024 8:21AM

Diesel $4.199

Gas Regular $4.599

Awards


Boaters Choice 2017Boaters Choice Elite Fleet 2018Boaters Choice Elite Fleet 2019Boaters Choice Elite Fleet 2024

About


Welcome to the Newport Yachting Center Marina; a full-service marina in the midst of historic downtown Newport! We offer top quality amenities along with personal and reliable service. We host seafarers from around the world both seasonal and transient, and our central location makes us a favorite rendezvous destination for many boat owners, boat manufacturers and yacht club groups.

Come ashore at the Newport Yachting Center Marina and be in the heart of all the downtown activities, restaurants, shopping and more! The Newport Yachting Center hosts the Newport International Boat Show from September 2nd - 18th and will not be taking reservations during the listed dates.

Berth Capacity


Slips:78

Approach


Minimum Approach Depth:13.0 Feet
Mean Low Water Dock Depth:14.0 Feet

Services & Amenities

Last Updated: Jan 19, 2024

Fuel Dock:Yes
Gas:Yes
Diesel:Yes
Dockage:Yes
Water Hookup:Yes
Transient Storage:Yes
Water Taxi:Within 5 Miles
Wi-Fi:Yes
Pump-out:Yes
Restrooms:Yes
Showers:Yes
Trash:Yes
Ice:Yes
Security:Yes
Swimming Pool:Yes
Groceries:Within 5 Miles
Medical Facility:Within 5 Miles
Pharmacy:Within 5 Miles
Hotels:Yes
Restaurants:Yes
Beach:Within 5 Miles
Pet Friendly:Yes
Fitness Center:Yes
Golf:Within 5 Miles
Ship Store:Yes
Max. Vessel LOA:200.0 Feet
Max. Slip Length:180.0 Feet
Floating Docks:Yes
Show All

Verified

I've had at least twenty-six years of very satisfactory seasonal dockage at NYC.......beautiful and well run marina with incredible marina staff! Best place in Newport!

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Great location and amenities

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Great direction for docking. Clean facilities. Welcome cookies.

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

We have visited the yachting center for the past 10 years. As always great service and communication. Staff is very helpful. Location is fantastic. See you again next year

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Great place to stay with a friendly group to help you with anything during your stay. Fresh baked cookies and coffee everyday.

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Great facility, fun place

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Very knowledgeable and friendly staff. Facilities are top notch and location superb!

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Always the best marina in Newport. Great staff and dock crew

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Friendly, knowledgeable staff. Clean, great docks and facilities.

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Another great visit to Newport RI and the Newport Yachting center. The staff is professional and very helpful. The docks and the facilities are well maintained. You are in the heart of Newport with the best view of the harbor too. We will definitely return.

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Great marina overall. But the Wifi leaves a lot to be desired. they put us on the south face dock which affords a great view of the traffic in the harbor and the sunsets.

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

The staff is professional and accommodating - beautiful views - right in center of the action with restaurants, shops, and bars!

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Always good here. Facilities are great and the staff is wonderful. Centrally located but not overcrowded with people.

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Great staff. Friendly neighbors. High quality facilities

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Great staff. Great docks. Well protected. Great location. Heads super clean. Free coffee and cookies was very nice

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Great marina, I dock here every time I come to Newport.

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Best of best - we were treated well, love the deck, facilities and location excellent. Hope to return annually.

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

great location! great staff! we can't wait to return.

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Always a great visit! Staff is second to none. We’ll be back!

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Very nice but very loud. A boat next to use were playing loud music and yelling well into the night. Not very pleasant

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Great location in the middle oif Newport, staff very helpfyl, clean restrooms

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Perfect place! Great location, floating docks, professional and friendly dockhands.

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Always a pleasure to stay here.

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Staff was friendly, helpful and professional

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Race Week is always more comfortable staying at Newport Yachting Center. They provide amazing service!

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Excellent facility, always clean and tidy but it is the people that excel!! Always helpful, knowledgeable and very good at what they do. Enjoyed our stay!!

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Many events with noise. But respectfully quieted after 10p weekdays and 11p on Saturday. Good service by dock hands.

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

They really went out of their way on everything to make me feel extra special and give help where help wasn’t actually required

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Superb dock staff. Responded quickly to any request. The staff should be hired by other marinas to teach proper dock manners and safety during off season.

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

The facilities are very nice, and it is very clean. The staff is friendly and helpful. The only real complaint we have is that there are no provisions for walking a dog.

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Always a nice stay here.

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Well run marina and dock crew are second to none!

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Service was excellent $80 for 2 nights power was a bit much. More than I pay for a month at home

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Great dock staff and the chocolate chip cookies are amazing!

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

We have been here for the past several years. We enjoy the location, friendly staff and clean facilities.

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport

Newport Yachting Center is our favorite Marina to visit. All of the staff are very friendly and professional. The Dockmaster Carter is so accommodating and helpful. Each time we visit there is always someone on the dock to welcome us and assist with tying up. Their restrooms are very clean. They have a rooftop deck to relax on and watch the sun set. They are centrally located to great restaurants and bars. On many a weekend evening there is usually a wedding taking place which is always enjoyable to watch or listen to the music. Would definitely recommend NYC if visiting Newport.

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Great stay, nice facilities, helpful staff

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Great place to stay.

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Great location, docks are excellent and the staff is very helpful. Really enjoyed our time at the marina!

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Nice floating docks, clean rest rooms, and friendly staff. Short walk to the center of the downtown area. Had a great 2 night stay.

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport

Enjoyed a phenomenal visit and stay this past weekend! Chuck, Carter and the team do an amazing job at a beautiful location in Newport Harbor. Great team, amenities and views. (And yes, the fresh baked cookies upon arrival are a nice touch).

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport

Great staff, well located, great place to stay

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Really helpful staff, great location in center of town yet surprisingly quiet, and the cookies they give you upon arrival are delicious.

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Great Experienced, Helpful and Informative Staff

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Always great. We make it an BBC annual trip.

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Great place to stay.

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Dockhands/staff were great and friendly! We had a great weekend. Beautiful marina, we will definitely come back ☺ Thank you! P.S. the fresh baked cookies in the office at check-in totally swayed our review 😉

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Perfect as usual. A favorite destination! The best run docks, awesome customer service- always a great time!! Thanks Luke and all the team!!

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

We were treated by all employees very well

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport

This place is the best! The staff is friendly and helpful. The facilities are great. Luke and his team take care of their customers. I use Dockwa to book it.

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Terrific stay. Very helpful staff

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Wonderful! Great facility. Excellent staff which is eager to provide satisfaction. Good security.

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Great marina, I would give it 5 stars but the Trafic in front of the marina rocks the boats a lot during the day. Harbormaster is definitely not doing his jobs. Some of the other marina docks are position boat E-W so boat don’t rock as much.

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Floating dockss are long and designed for very large yachts. We were right on the outside on the harbor with great views but subject to wake, although for the most part, it was very calm. A 115 foot yacht bowthrusted in behind us. Our friends in a 36 sail boat were stuck well inside behind sky scaper yachts with no view and no air. The facility is right next to Bowens wharf so a short walk from the center of the action. There is nothing at the marina but clean bathrooms/showers, fuel dock/pumpout and a small area to sit on a raised deck. Staff are very nice and competent with the lines.

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

This was one of our best stops we made on this trip. The staff and marina focused on every little detail to insure we had a great stay. The marina is just about centered to all of the shops. stores, and restaurants. Definitely a marina to stay at when in Newport

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport

Spontaneous visit to Newport, first time to Newport Yachting Center and couldn't be more pleased! Great staff, facilities, location....Clean, newer, even a cookie and a koozy at check-in...can't beat that!!

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

I got to say I have given some bad reviews of some of the marinas I've been too, the most recent in Montauk. However Newport Yachting center is really at the top of there game. It's super clean and the staff are on point at all times. In an effort to avoid harsh weather we decided we would come in a day early. I expected at best to get a Mooring or drop anchor in Harbor. To my surprise when I called ahead the marina was able to accommodate us without an issue at the dock. They even gave us the option of leaving a day early if we didn't want to pay for the extra day. When we arrived into the harbor we were able to communicate with plenty of time by radio. The dock master new exactly where we were to dock and which side so we can prepare fenders and lines ahead of time for a Port side tie up. We easily passed the other boats already tied up with around 10 feet on each side of our boat clearance. The dock hands also climbed on adjacent boats with massive round fenders just in case I lost control. I did not.... The dock hands not only tied the boat using a double spring line for our 51 foot boat but also setup the 50 Amp electric and water. Half way thru our stay we needed an emergency pump out and as luck would have it they pumped out the boat free of charge at the gas dock since it was too late at night for the pump out boat to come. We stayed a total of 6 nights and I am looking forward to the next time we come back. BTW the marina was dog friendly however the nearest grass is a couple minute walk to America's Cup Ave. We also Rented a car for while we stayed. Directly outside the marina we were able to park for $20 per night. This made going to the store or on the mansion tours + Cliff walk super convenient.

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport

Caters to very large yachts. Not really looking for smaller (>40ft) sailboat. Extremely expensive. Large mega yacht shut down the fuel dock. Dock corners have no bumpers, and have exposed metal couplings. Dock hands were immature and uncoordinated, causing confusion.

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

This is our third stay at the Newport Yachting Center. We love the location, spotless bathrooms and the roof deck to watch the sun set over the harbor.

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Great place to stay. Perfect location, first rate facility, and top notch dock crew.

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Beautiful location and marina

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

best marina nd staff in newport

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Staff was very accommodating.

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Well staffed with helpful people and close to everything in Newport.

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport

Crew does an excellent job, good and clean facilities, good location

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

The dock-hands were awesome! Very helpful with docking and casting off. This was especially important , b/c our sailboat has no thrusters. Gas facility is efficient. The place was clean. Electricity and water hook-ups were fine. Restrooms and showers were clean. Very close to restaurants, stores etc. The only criticism is the loud music from the wedding / party facility on the premises. We had to scramble to get ear-plugs so we could sleep. This should probably me mentioned on the website. Having said that, we would use this marina again.

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Pretty good. Dock staff friendly. Only issue which was resolved was that we were buried deep in a side tie up slip with larger boats in front of us making it impossible to leave till these boats left. Luckily the marina and other boat owners agreed to jockey around so we were positioned to to be first boat out. In hind site should make it known the approximate time we would like leave when making reservation to try and avoid issue ,

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

I was disappointed that on our first night at the marina, even though we requested 50 amp/240 service, we got 50 amp/208 service which is not enough to run my A/C units, without causing possible damage to the equipment. This issue was rectified the following day by moving us to a berth with the proper electrical service.

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Great location and staff. Only thing missing was on premise laundry facilities.

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Dockmaster Luke and his staff are very accommodating and have a high tolerance for our silly dogs always barking!! Thanks bud!! See you in August..

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Wonderful place. We had a great time. Everybody is so friendly and helpful. Great restaurants close by but make your reservations early. Try the Mooring. The food is delish

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Great spot Very clean

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Morning yoga on patio on top of dock office was wonderful!!Spectacular view of harbor ,First class operation and staff.

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Loved it, great spot

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

We had an excellent 3 nights at the marina. The staff was courteous and helpful. The marina was clean and quiet in the evening. Everything that is needed was within walking distance. The facilities were spotless. We will be back.

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

We rented a car while in port and paid thru Thursday but was asked to leave lot before end of day to make room for catering function huests.

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Pleasant as usual. Dockhands very helpful. New docks were at great surprise as well as the view from the top of the dockhouse...

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Amazing! The staff and deckhands were kind, courteous and helpful. Facilities were new and clean. We were welcomed with freshly baked cookies and a small gift. The marina is in the middle of all attractions however is quiet and we did not have the foot traffic peering into our boat that we've had at other marinas nearby. We couldn't have asked for a better stay! Will definitely be back!

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Good staff. Great facilities. Construction work was a bit noisy at times, but other than that a great stay.

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Excellent marina always a nice stay. Great staff and great location! oh and great Cookies

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Another nice stay at NYC. It’s staff and facilities remain great.

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Great dock crew, very attentive and Helpful!!!

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Vice nice staff, clean restrooms, good dock help. Convenient to the heart of Newport.

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport

Great facility and amazing service.

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport

The absolute TOP boating destination in downtown Newport with breathtaking harbor views and sunsets! The best of everything is just right around the corner… Superb restaurants, cafes and music. The marina and fuel dock are exceptionally well run and the staff is all about customer service…. very accommodating, friendly and knowledgeable people. Everything is done with a smile and nothing is too much to ask. FANTASTIC! ~~~_)~~*~~

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Great memorial day weekend, staff was awesome as usual. Can't wait to go back !! Mike & Sylvia Cook Irish Paradise

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

left Phone message asking where to dock. No answer. Found a spot ok.

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Good location, wasn’t open when I arrived, stayed in the fuel dock. No hook up for 30amp without an adapter so was unable to use any power.

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Great staff they make it so nice to be here

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Pricey but very pleasant. Great staff/dockhands and nice facilities right in the heart of Newport.

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Very nice and very helpful staff.

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Great views, friendly staff, excellent choice of restaurants

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Staff at the fuel dock was Okay but could have been more attentive. I took on 160 gallons and requested the High speed diesel but the dock boy told me he was informed not to use the high speed. So I was around 30+ minutes pumping at the lower speed, delaying our departure while other boat were waiting to get to the fuel dock. Maybe I don't undestand business but moving more product means more revenue for the business and also meeting the customers request means a better review.

Was this helpful?  Yes - No(2)Report
Verified

Upon arrival, in a heavy westerly wind a extension to a power post scratched my topsides. The dock staff was ineffective and unknowing.

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Repeat visits. Always a pleasure. Great service & staff! We will return.

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Marina facility was excellent and the bathrooms were spotless. Problem is there were wedding receptions every night we were there (Fri, Sat, Sun) in a tent right on the dock with loud music until 11. So loud it was difficult to have a conversation in my cockpit.

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

We love coming to the Newport Yachting Center Marina , fabulous stay , see you again at the end of the month !

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Great stay in a great town.

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Excellent service and staff

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Clean, Convenient, Excellent staff

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Couldn’t of asked for better accommodations and nicer people

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Excellent staff, great location. Might ding a half star for a couple items...no cable and the WiFi for streaming was a little inconsistent even though there was a booster 20’ from our stern. Might also suggest slightly longer shower curtains or installing shower doors as water from the showers seems to find its way out on to the floors of the otherwise very clean heads. Overall had a great stay and really enjoy this marina...have stayed here 5-6 times and intend to be back.

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Great location (both in harbor and right off of Thames), reasonable pricing - and outstanding dock crew! Great stay and headed back shortly!

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

The best as usual Love staying at the yachting center

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

staff and management were perfect. Hands well trained and always available

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

A clean and up to date marina. The dock staff were great and knew what they were doing. Close or right in town. Great restaurants and all within walking distance.

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

As always, a wonderful time in a breathtaking harbor. The marina staff was professional and friendly as always!!

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

As usual, the staff and the accommodations were outstanding. Always a good bet for NYC.

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport
Verified

Great Location and nice facilities. The staff was very helpful and accommodating. I look forward to staying there when I come to Newport in the future.

Was this helpful?  Yes - NoReport