The Westin Providence makes it easy to meet in the capital.Located in the heart of Rhode Island's capital city, The Westin Providence is 12 miles from T.F. Green Airport and accessible from Boston's Logan Int'l Airport by daily shuttle service. The Rhode Island Rhode Island, island, United States Rhode Island, island, 15 mi (24 km) long and 5 mi (8 km) wide, S R.I., at the entrance to Narragansett Bay. It is the largest island in the state, with steep cliffs and excellent beaches. Convention Center is connected to the Westin by a climate-controlled sky bridge. Enjoying an urban renaissance Urban renaissance is a term used to describe the recent period of repopulation and regeneration of many British cities, including, Bristol, Cardiff, Glasgow, Leeds, Manchester, and parts of London after a period of suburbanisation during the mid-20th century. , Providence offers charming shops, Tony-Award winning theater, sporting and musical events at the Providence Civic Center, and a vibrant art scene fueled by the Rhode Island School of Design Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) One of the most eminent fine arts colleges in the U.S., located in Providence, R.I. It was founded in 1877 but did not offer college-level instruction until 1932. . And with the shores of Newport, Cape Cod Cape Cod, narrow peninsula of glacial origin, 399 sq mi (1,033 sq km), SE Mass., extending 65 mi (105 km) E and N into the Atlantic Ocean. It is generally flat, with sand dunes, low hills, and numerous lakes. , and Mystic Seaport Mystic Seaport is a maritime museum situated along the banks of the Mystic River in Mystic, Connecticut, USA. It is notable both for its collection of sailing ships and boats, and for the re-creation of an entire 19th century seaport, consisting of over 60 original buildings, most all about 40 minutes away, The Westin Providence is well-situated for day trips to other parts of New England New England, name applied to the region comprising six states of the NE United States—Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Connecticut. The region is thought to have been so named by Capt. . Accommodations Each of the hotel's elegantly appointed 363 guest rooms and suites offers large desks, easy chairs, refreshment centers, TVs, and two telephones with data ports and voice mail systems. Westin's "guest office" rooms are equipped with fax machines, copiers, and Internet modems. Dining and entertainment The Westin Providence's lineup of restaurants and lounges includes the renowned Agora agora (ăg`ərə) [Gr.,=market], in ancient Greece, the public square or marketplace of a city. In early Greek history the agora was primarily used as a place for public assembly; later it functioned mainly as a center of commerce. , named one of the "best new restaurants in America" by Esquire. Agora features innovative cuisine for dinner, Monday through Saturday. A private dining room is available for intimate dinners and receptions. Other dining and entertainment options include The Cafe, where breakfast, lunch, dinner, and Sunday brunch are served in a pleasant garden-like atmosphere. The Library Bar & Lounge is an ideal spot to unwind with a cognac and cigar. The Sports Bar features a large-screen TV and light meals. The Piano Bar piano bar n. A cocktail lounge featuring entertainment by a pianist. , a cozy retreat, overlooks historic Kennedy Plaza Kennedy Plaza is a transportation hub in downtown Providence, Rhode Island. It serves as the nexus of the state's bus and trolley-based public transit services operated by Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA), as well as a departure point for Peter Pan and Greyhound bus . Meeting facilities Designed with meetings and conventions in mind, The Westin Providence has more than 18,000 square feet of flexible meeting space, accommodating groups from 10 to 1,000 people. Two ballrooms and nine meeting rooms provide sophisticated business services and audiovisual support. The connected Rhode Island Convention Center lends an additional 137,000 square feet of exhibit space for events. Recreation The hotel's Capital Club Fitness Center overlooks the capitol and features Keiser, Life Fitness, and Trotter exercise equipment, along with life-cycles, stairmasters, treadmills, and free weights. An aerobics studio and men's and women's dressing areas also are available. The rooftop swimming pool, whirlpool, and saunas are located on the eighth floor. Nearby attractions include The Arcade, the oldest indoor shopping facility in the country; Providence's famed Little Italy
Little Italy is a general name for an ethnic enclave populated primarily by Italians or people of Italian ancestry, usually in an urban neighborhood. - Federal Hill; College Hill and Thayer Street Thayer Street in Providence, Rhode Island is a popular destination for students of the area's colleges and schools, including Brown University, RISD, Providence College,and Johnson and Wales University, Moses Brown School, & The Wheeler School. ; and Wickendon Street, one of the oldest thoroughfares in the city, lined with chic coffeehouses and art galleries. The Providence Place Providence Place, opened on August 20, 1999, is a modern urban shopping mall in the central part of Providence, Rhode Island, near the Rhode Island State House and Union Station. Mall, opening in 1999, will be connected to the Westin and be anchored by Nordstrom. Special rates Meeting planners are encouraged to take advantage of the Westin's "value period" when room rates are available at reduced cost. Rates as low as $99 per night are available on select dates, December through March. Fast Facts on The Westin Providence * located in the heart of Providence, 12 miles from T.F. Green Airport * total guest rooms - 363; largest room block - 250. * 18,000 square feet of meeting space - two ballrooms and nine meeting rooms * connected to Rhode Island Convention Center with 137,000 square feet of meeting space * elegant rooms equipped with data ports, voice mail, two telephones, large desks, refreshment centers, TVs * Agora restaurant, named one of America's best new restaurants * The Cafe restaurant featuring a garden-like atmosphere * The Library Bar & Lounge * The Sports Bar with large-screen TV and light meals * The Piano Bar overlooking historic Kennedy Plaza fitness center with wide variety of exercise amenities overlooking the Capitol building * rooftop swimming pool, whirlpool, and sauna * Nearby attractions include The Arcade, the oldest indoor shopping facility in the country; Providence's famed Little Italy - Federal Hill; College Hill and Thayer Street; and Wickendon Street, an historical thoroughfare lined with coffeehouses and art galleries. * The Providence Place Mall, opening in 1999, will connect to the Westin and be anchored by Nordstrom. |
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