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The Dean
- Where:
- Why:We were in Providence to celebrate Victoria’s younger sister and talented up-and-coming artist, Alex Metcalf, completing her junior year at RISD.
- When:May 2014
- Who:Vic + Mic
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A look into the loo.
The assortment of guest goodies. Boxed Water, who knew? I’m sold.
Our closet. Note—the hanging space requires pro-packing skills.
A detail of the interiors.
Proof of the “pups welcome” rule with our dog Zelda surveying the lobby scene.
No caption necessary.
Fluorescent hallways with my little sister, Alexandra.
The seating area sandwiched between the lobby and the excellent Bolt Coffee Joint.
Every lobby should have one: The Dean’s flower mini-mart.
The entrance at night with yours truly posing.
Our lovely room. Beware of the shades when drawn, one can easily sleep in and miss the morning.
Highs & Lows
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The Dean has everything you need (in one spot) to have an epic evening with friends.
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Bolt Coffee serves some of the best coffee we’ve ever tasted and the owner operator, Bryan Gibb, knows all the great spots in town.
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From the exceptionally curated, eclectic mix of vintage European furniture in the lobby (check out the Belgian pommel horses turned benches) to the beds and lighting, custom designed by ASH NYC, it’s hard to imagine that a hotel so stylish could be so inexpensive.
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For those planning a long stay who need to feel settled in their home away from home, there is no dresser or closets…expect to live out of your bag.
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Request a room on the upper floors because Boombox Karaoke Lounge can go until the wee hours of the morning.
Important Bits
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Type
Boutique hotel
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Vibe
A throwback with rotary phones in the halls, Edison lights, concrete elephant-end tables in the rooms and sleek mid-century modern design all around.
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Location
In the heart of historic downtown Providence, Rhode Island.
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Rooms
52
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Music
There’s no need for ambient music when you can make your own at the The Boombox, Providence’s only karaoke lounge(!).
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Year Opened
2014
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Designed By
A former church mission turned brothel, this early 20th century brick building was thoughtfully restored by KITE Architects and ASH NYC.
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Health & Wellness
No.
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Restaurant
Yes. Faust Hofbräuhaus is a German-style beer hall with an Austrian secessionist inspired interior.
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Bar
Yes. The candlelit Magalenae Room serves beautifully crafted cocktails in an intimate setting.
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Minibar
The minibar is after our heart with Cape Cod potato chips and Boxed Water, but beware there is no refrigerator.
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Children
Leave them at home. This is a place for adult fun.
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Price
Affordable to anyone who appreciates handsome design.
Visit the Jose Rafael Moneo designed RISD Museum
RISD Museum, 20 N Main St, Providence, RI 02903
For delicious food try Flan y Ajo, North, Birch or Local 121. If you fancy a tipple, check out The Eddy or Bodega Malasaña.
The Eddy, 95 Eddy St, Providence, RI 02903
The Dean
The Boombox, 122 Fountain St, Providence
The Dean
The Dean, 122 Fountain St, Providence
In the Area
Hotel Location 122 Fountain St, Providence