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Willows Motel & Restaurant

Stay at Willows Motel & Restaurant in Charlestown, RI. Enjoy homey rooms, suites, cottages on a saltwater pond with boat launch, pool, free Wi-Fi, and parking.

5310 Post Rd, Charlestown, RI 02813, United States View on map
8.6/10
Very Good Based on 99 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Paid breakfast Free parking Pool Air-conditioned
What recent guests emphasize

Comfortable, Family-Friendly Waterfront Stay

Guests appreciate the welcoming atmosphere, scenic location by the saltwater pond, and the range of onsite amenities. The motel offers a relaxed, homey experience with practical features suitable for families and groups.

Guests often praise

  • Friendly and accommodating staff who create a warm and inviting environment.
  • Clean, spacious rooms with comfortable furnishings and well-functioning showers.
  • Onsite amenities including a large, well-maintained pool and outdoor activities like paddleboats and tennis courts.
  • Delicious breakfast offerings, especially the Eggs Benedict and relaxing waterfront dining.
  • Peaceful, scenic location with great views over the pond and easy access to nearby beaches and parks.

Worth knowing

  • Rooms are basic and not luxurious but provide good value and comfort.
  • Some amenities like air conditioning could be improved or better maintained.
  • Not pet-friendly, so guests traveling with pets should look elsewhere.
  • Breakfast is available at an additional cost rather than included.
  • The property has a nostalgic, old-school vibe appealing to those seeking a classic motel experience.

Best for

  • Families looking for a safe, spacious place with kid-friendly activities and kitchen-equipped rooms.
  • Visitors interested in outdoor recreation near beaches, parks, and nature trails.
  • Travelers who appreciate a quiet, waterfront setting with a communal, homey feel.
  • Groups or multi-generational families wanting adjacent rooms with shared outdoor space.
  • Guests seeking easy access to Rhode Island attractions without upscale hotel prices.
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About this property

Welcome to Willows Motel & Restaurant

Located on a saltwater pond in Charlestown, RI, Willows Motel & Restaurant offers a mix of homey rooms, suites, and cottages with some featuring kitchens. The property includes a boat launch, tennis courts, and a large outdoor pool, providing recreational options for guests seeking a relaxed, waterside setting. Free Wi-Fi and complimentary parking are available, while breakfast is offered for an additional fee.

The motel is family-friendly and caters well to visitors interested in sightseeing and outdoor activities, with convenient access to nearby attractions such as Burlingame State Park, Misquamicut State Beach, and Ninigret Park. Guests appreciate being close to these recreational areas and the central location that allows for easy day trips throughout the Ocean State.

Guest reviews describe the property as comfortable and clean, with spacious rooms offering pleasing water views. The atmosphere is casual and welcoming, reflecting its long-standing family ownership. While some rooms are basic and some amenities, such as air conditioning, could be improved, the friendly service and variety of on-site activities contribute positively to the overall experience.

A restaurant on site receives positive remarks for its breakfast offerings and pleasant waterfront views. This combination of simple accommodations, outdoor facilities, and dining make Willows Motel & Restaurant well suited for families and travelers seeking a laid-back retreat near beaches and parks.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Paid breakfast
Free parking
Pool
Air-conditioned
Kid-friendly
Kitchens in some rooms

Not available at this property

Pet-friendly
Fitness center
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

DW
Diane Widak Apr 06, 2026
10

Enjoyed the stay! Loved the pool! Great to have breakfast offered. The Eggs Benedict were awesome, cooked perfectly and enough Hollandaise to be yummy! Our room was spacious, clean and met our needs! Beautiful property and location! The owners and staff are very friendly and accommodating. I would stay again!

F
fothebo1 Apr 05, 2026
10

Our family has been coming here for years. We now come with my kids families and we all stay dockside. We have separate rooms but can all sit outside together. Wife and I stay in the end rooms with the kitchen and the boys all stay in adjacent rooms. My son with 4 kids stayed in the rooms with 4 2 bunk beads and a kitchen and master bedroom with a King size bead. The rooms are right on the water at Foster Pond. There are acres of land right outside your doors for the Grandchildren to play on. So much to do at the hotel plus we are so close to everything. Watch hill,Masquamacutt, Gallilea, Westerly, Blue shutters beach, Nordic lodge, hungry haven, Roger Williams zoo.. The rooms are not high end but they dont cost 250 a night. We have checked out other motels and we were not impressed. This place has been family owned and is taken care of by the family. Very safe place. Pond with paddleboats and canoes . Fishing, big inground clean pool. Shuffleboard, billiards , tennis, cable tv.

EL
Ellie Loves Apr 01, 2026
8.0

Stopped to have breakfast with my girlfriend and was pleasantly surprised at our meal. I had eggs Benedict with home fries and she had pancakes. Great view over looking the water and we are looking to stay here soon. Friendly Staff.

ML
Maureen Lacey Mar 13, 2026
10

If you are going to Rhode Island and want to stay at a hotel close to the beach and restaurants-you should come here ! We stayed for three nights and the staff was friendly and attentive to all our needs! Breakfast on Sunday morning looking over the water was so relaxing and the food was outstanding !! Thank you so much ! We will be back again !

KM
Kathy Marion Mar 02, 2026
8.0

Very nice place in a central location for beaches and attractions. Rooms were fairly basic but clean and in good shape. Nice having a pool on the property and it was clean and cared for. Staff was great, helpful, and responsive. We'll kept property with great views. Breakfast at the restaurant was very good and great prices. Great place to sit and relax with the view.

CW
Claudia Walsh Jan 19, 2026
10

Great family owned and operated place to stay. The best showers I’ve have experienced in my travels (and I’ve travelled!) plenty of hot water & pressure! Rooms are so comfortable and the location is perfect for day trips everywhere in the beautiful Ocean State even casino trips in CT. Their restaurant serves delicious meals as well (delicious orange juice) The grounds are just so pretty with a gorgeous pool and pool deck area. Horseshoes, golf practice, kayaking, paddleboat are available as well as being 3 mins from Ninigret Park. Scott & David are the best hosts. Enjoy your stay !!!

SD
Steve Dubin Jan 05, 2026
10

There is pure Americana. Old school, simple room, but gorgeous view of a salt pond. Manicured grounds. Hassle free parking. Sure the room was a bit outdated and the A/C could have been cleaner, but the place has heart and soul. Highly recommend it.

BH
Bekah Hentnik Dec 30, 2025
10

We eat here everyday last day of vacation. 10/10 would recommend! They are always so accommodating for our big group and never disappoint. They’re good is just as great as their service and we just love coming here every year.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Willows Motel & Restaurant

Charlestown, Rhode Island, USA

Based on sightseeing, recreation, and getting around

  • Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport 45 min Car
  • Martha's Vineyard Airport (MVY) 2 hr 58 Car
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in Rhode Island. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

Misquamicut State Beach 3,483 reviews

Misquamicut State Beach

Westerly, RI 02891, United States

4.6 · Beach
Burlingame State Park 1,602 reviews

Burlingame State Park

1 Burlingame State Park Rd, Charlestown, RI 02813, United States

4.3 · State Park
Ninigret Park 1,645 reviews

Ninigret Park

5 Park Ln, Charlestown, RI 02813, United States

4.7 · Park
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