The Hotel Providence
311 Westminster Street
1-800-861-8990
$205-$359
Within easy walking distance to both College Hill and the Downcity arts district; this hotel has kept a turn-of-the-century New England feel and is currently on the National Register of Historic Places. If you're looking for a place to stay that embodies the historic feel of Providence, this is your place.
Renaissance Providence Hotel
5 Avenue of the Arts
1-800-468-3571
$179-$309
Claims to be a hotel that celebrates the arts and inspires people to reveal the artist within. Has a sense of refined elegance and includes a great restaurant: Temple Downtown. Definitely a great place to stay, and it isn't too full of itself, considering the location and theme.
Courtyard By Marriott Providence Downtown
33 Exchange Terrace
1-888-887-7955
$159-$239
Diverse meeting space with all natural light. Decent location in Providence for restaurants, entertainment, shopping, and historical sites.