Sleep Aboard is Rhode Island's exclusive houseboat rental company located in Providence, R and East Greenwich, RI. Our Providence fleet numbers 4 unique boats and we specialize in offering a unique overnight experience as an alternative to drab hotels. Visit for additional pictures, video tour of the yacht and company information.

We were voted BEST HOTEL ALTERNATIVE by Yankee Magazine in 2015!!

You are currently looking at Brasil - your own private 61 foot yacht in downtown Providence. This is an upgrade from a regular houseboat which we also offer. Our 61 foot yacht is conveniently located in downtown Providence just a stone’s throw from Brown University, Waterfire, the East side and Davol Square. Our marina is also host to three major Providence hot spots for dinning and nightlife including the Whiskey Republic, Lola’s and The HOT CLUB.

We offer an alternative to conventional hotels in the local providence area by offering overnight stays aboard our fully furnished, 61 foot motoryacht. Our yacht, a Geerd Hendel 61, was custom built for a member of the DuPont family and is available to select customers for single to multi-night stays.

Our yacht provides a floating experience aboard a well appointed motoryacht. Our yacht offers the following features:

• Sun-Filled 3rd Level Salon with 360 degree views of the city
• Full Deck area perfect for barbeques
• Master Bedroom complete with Queen Size Bed and full bathroom
• Fully functional kitchen with mini- fridge/freezer, 4-burner stove and oven
• Guest quarters including 2 twin beds and separate full bathroom (hammock and inflatable bed available in upper salon to accommodate 2-3 more people for overnight stays - additional $50 per extra guest, maximum 6 guests total)
-Pump Out station added at Fox Point Marina allowing for disposal of waste from holding tanks on a weekly basis - this removea any smell issue from the yachts although minor smell
when flushing the toilet can be expected
- NEW electric toilet with backflow sewage prevention - this has eliminated any smell issue
-Teak and Holly floor has been laid to replace the older cork floor as a response to customer feedback but is weathered
- An Air conditioning unit have been placed in the master bedroom ; guest bedroom has a fan
- Private end- dock removed from the marina traffic and restaurants
- Included with each stay is overnight parking, all marina/dockage fees and cleaning services.


Please note that guests should bring their own Bluetooth Sound system if they wish to have music on board.

We offer different rates depending on the season and depending on the occasion. Our standard summer rates reflect an occupancy of 4 people maximum for overnight stays. 6 people maximum could stay overnight with the additional cost of $50 per extra guest.

For guests looking to have a larger gathering, we offer a 'Function' rate which reflects having a larger crowd aboard. Function rates apply to parties where there are more than 8 visitors at any one time. Our yacht is also perfect for special functions including reunions, photo shoots for weddings and corporate events. Please ask about our special rate for larger functions of up to 20 guests. Due to the wear and tear on the boat and the increased water/electrical usage by having more people aboard, we also reflect that in the rate and appreciate your understanding in this matter. Please review our rates to see what fits your budget.

DISCLAIMER
1. This boat is not in Bristol condition – it is almost 50 years old and is weathered – this means that the varnish is not in perfect order, it means the floors are a bit beaten from age and also a lot of foot traffic from guests– do not expect it to be perfect
2. This is a BOAT, not s house!! Whatever preconceptions you might have as a guest regarding simplicity – please throw them out the window. Living on a boat requires a high degree of accommodation and flexibility and it is not at all similar to a house so please bear that in mind if you are going to make a booking
3. This experience is NOT very expensive for what I’m offering – the weekday prices under $200 for the night and you’re in the middle of downtown Providence in a city at the end of a dock with one side completely private – in boating terms, this is EXCEPTIONAL- I would charge $1500 per night on the weekend in Newport so please understand that we’re offering a unique experience on an older yacht that is not perfect
4. There are a number of imperfections including chipped paint some wallpaper that’s coming slightly undone, wood that needs to be re-varnished, cable
and wifi service that can be intermittent (300 foot underwater cable) but overall the quality of the boat is excellent and we are going to demand a high level of flexibility from our guests who are seeking a unique experience
5. I have had guests that have booked the boat without doing their research expecting the boat to be immaculate and perfect and with literally every inch of the boat in exceptional condition – I have refused to give refunds to these people as they had seven years of reviews to review and, in turn, they have revenged me with very negative reviews – I encourage the reader to take those negative views with a grain of salt – I am - serious business owner that only provides value priced correctly to the experience .
6. I, Neil Malik, as the owner have been boating since I was five years old and have owned many boats and yachts and this boat is truly special for me – it is a love affair in a constant need of attention and we offer that to guests that can appreciate it – if you are uncomfortable with the imperfections noted as well as some of the very marine items such as the shower and the marine toilet, I highly suggest that you do not book this boat does this just leads to more heartache for me as the owner who truly has wrist a lot of money in time to make this experience possible for those who would appreciate it.
7. This is an older yacht with its share of minor defects; there is normal wear and tear on floors, cushions and furniture and is not perfect; clean freaks should not book if you anticipate perfection equal to a sterile hotel room - this is a yacht in the middle of a city, not a hotel room. This experience is so much more unique and original than a hotel room. As a boat, expect bathrooms to be manual and to smell like marine heads do - this is not a house.
7. This is an older yacht with its share of minor defects; there is normal wear and tear on floors, cushions and furniture and is not perfect; clean freaks should not book if you anticipate perfection equal to a sterile hotel room - this is a yacht in the middle of a city, not a hotel room. This experience is so much more unique and original than a hotel room. As a boat, expect bathrooms to be manual and to smell like marine heads do - this is not a house.

From all of us at Sleep Aboard, we look forward to having you aboard!

Please see Sleep Aboard and Marina Policies for additional information