Newport Golf Trip Cost
What does a Newport, Rhode Island golf trip actually cost? We broke it down using real pricing from 4 courses, 2 lodging options, and 6 restaurants. All estimates are per person for a 3-night, 2-round trip with a group of 8.
Per-Person Estimate (3 Nights, 2 Rounds, Group of 8)
Budget
$463
Golf (2 rounds): $80Lodging (3 nights): $263Food & Drinks: $120
Mid-Range
$1006
Golf (2 rounds): $170Lodging (3 nights): $656Food & Drinks: $180
Premium
$1785
Golf (2 rounds): $390Lodging (3 nights): $1125Food & Drinks: $270
Estimates exclude flights, car rental, and activities. Based on real venue pricing in our database.
Green Fee Breakdown
4 courses ranging from $40 to $195 per round with cart.
Solid (3 courses)
Green Valley Country Club$45–$75
Montaup Country Club$50–$85
Wanumetonomy Golf & Country Club$40–$65
Premium (1 course)
Newport National Golf Club$125–$195
Lodging Cost Per Person
Splitting a rental house is almost always cheaper than individual hotel rooms for golf groups. Here's what it looks like per person per night.
| Option | Sleeps | $/night (total) | 4 guys | 8 guys | 12 guys |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| house | 10–16 | $800–$3000 | $200/pp | $100/pp | $67/pp |
| house | 8–14 | $700–$2500 | $175/pp | $88/pp | $58/pp |
Activity Costs
Mansion Tours (The Breakers, Marble House)2-3 hours
$25–$50/ppNewport Cliff Walk2-3 hours
$5–$15/pp12 Meter Sailing Charter2-3 hours
$60–$95/ppNewport Distilling Company1-2 hours
$15–$30/ppNewport Polo2-3 hours
$15–$25/ppMoney-Saving Tips for Newport
- Walk instead of riding — 4 courses here are walkable, saving $20-30/round on cart fees.
- Book a house that sleeps your full group — per-person lodging drops dramatically with 8+ people.
- Travel in the shoulder season (just before or after Summer/Fall) for lower rates on everything.
- Mix in casual spots — 2 restaurants here are under $30/person.
- Hire a private chef for one night — often cheaper than a $$$$ restaurant for large groups, and the house becomes the venue.
- Use our AI trip planner to compare different course/lodging combos and find the sweet spot for your budget.