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Crews Battle Fire at Newport's Iconic Castle Hill Inn
All guests and staff evacuated safely after a fire erupted at Castle Hill Inn, with firefighters arriving within minutes; no injuries reported and cause under investigation.
- On Thursday night, February 5, 2026, firefighters responded around 9:33 p.m. to a fire at Castle Hill Inn, with flames and smoke visible upon arrival.
- Built in 1875, Castle Hill Inn sits on 40 acres overlooking Narragansett Bay and began as a summer retreat for Alexander Agassiz, now recognized as a premier luxury boutique hotel.
- Fire crews launched an offensive attack on the third floor and attic, sounded a second alarm at 9:56 p.m., and the fire was under control by 12:08 a.m.
- All guests and staff were evacuated as fire teams searched the inn, hotel management provided lodging in cottages, and no injuries were reported, Newport Restaurant Group president and CEO Mick Lamond said.
- Neighbors and officials said Castle Hill Inn is `an iconic place`, while Mick Lamond thanked first responders and the community amid ongoing damage assessment.
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