The Skiff Bar at Newport Marriott

The Newport Marriott recently finished their waterfront deck at one of their bars. Visitors can enjoy a gorgeous view overlooking the Newport harbor at the hotel without having to book a room. 

Photo Credit: Newport Marriott 

The Newport Marriott hosted local reporters and bloggers at The Skiff Bar earlier this month to enjoy cocktails, hors d'oeuvres and the waterfront.

Since I went to the party immediately after work, I sampled nearly all of the hors d'oeuvres—I would have to say that the lobster pappardelle was my favorite.

Photo Credit: Newport Marriott

Photo Credit: Newport Marriott

It doesn't matter if you're a toddler, a twentysomething or a [insert decade here]something—getting a goodie bag is still one of the best things about attending a party. In addition to a few things from the Newport Marriott, Lemon & Line, the evening's sponsor, gave out one of their bracelets.

After looking at The Skiff Bar's menu, it looks like I'll be back again soon... 

Newport Marriott

Discover Newport's monthly marketing meeting for local businesses was held in the Newport Marriott, which is wrapping up its $37 million renovation. 

Attendees were offered tours of the space to see all of the amazing work:

Front bar by the entrance

Back bar

The aesthetic for the Newport Marriott is nautical, but its translated tastefully and creatively. The design elements and material choices--the use of colors and textures, as well as natural light and space--create a beautiful nautical concept without being so literal. You feel like you're on a boat walking down the halls...

The pictures of this suite don't do it justice, it's a great space.

The view from the sixth floor offers the best view of the atrium and the interior balconies. 

I'm looking forward to grabbing a few drinks at the Newport Marriott soon!