Rhode Island hotel touts summer savings

Newport, Rhode Island’s Hotel Viking invites travellers to experience the historic hotel with a summer suite sale. Those who book a luxurious suite for two consecutive nights at Hotel Viking will receive 50% off the second night, a savings of US$250 or more. Suite rates start at US$529 per night, plus tax. To book a stay, visit www.HotelViking.com. With the two-night package, guests can explore the sights of Newport, from strolling the busy waterfront and touring Newport Mansions to discovering the boutique shops and eateries along famous Newport’s Bellevue Avenue. A list of Newport’s summer events — from the America’s Cup Race to the Newport Blues & BBQ Festival — is available at http://www.newportwaterfrontevents.com/ or at http://www.gonewport.com/events-calendar. Hotel Viking has 209 guest rooms and suites, and event space, including two ballrooms. The award-winning One Bellevue Fine Dining & Seafood Restaurant offers indoor and patio dining, and there’s a seasonal roof top lounge, all-day lounge and afternoon tea. SpaTerre features massage and skin treatments. Additional amenities include an indoor heated pool, fitness center and the historic Newport Kay Chapel. (http//www.hotelviking.com)