Cliffside Inn is a BedandBreakfast.com Diamond Collection property in Newport, Rhode Island. The newly-restored B&B is only steps from Cliff Walk. The 16 unique guest rooms feature amenities such as fine Italian linens, gas fireplaces, spa bathrooms, fine art, LCD TVs, DVD players, and iPod sound systems.

The following perfectly-rated review was left by a traveler who stayed there in December:

"This elegant inn has the best in both accommodations and service. The rooms are beautifully decorated, down to the smallest detail. The bathrooms are incredibly top-notch and spacious. The renovations throughout the inn are both visually stunning and yet oh-so welcoming. Food is delicious and made-to-order. Nancy and Bill are outstanding innkeepers and hosts. Can't be beat!"

By Emily Starbuck Crone

Christopher Place is a romantic B&B in Newport, Tennessee. This Diamond Collection inn is secluded on 200 peaceful acres near the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Some of the rooms feature a private whirlpool tubs for two, a woodburning fireplace, and a panoramic mountain view.

The inn offers a "Romance Getaway Package" for couples who need an escape. The package includes three nights' accommodations, a full breakfast each morning, and a four-course candlelit dinner on one night. Rates start at only $516/couple.

Call the inn at 1-800-595-9441 to book.

Marshall Slocum Inn is a BedandBreakfast.com Diamond Collection property originally built in 1885. It has been renovated, yet its original Victorian character was preserved. The historic inn is located within walking distance of Newport Harbor, beaches, and Cliff Walk.

Guests at the Marshall Slocum Inn get to enjoy a fresh breakfast on the deck each morning. Below is a photo of their pancakes served along with fruit and juice.

Gas prices have been slowly drifting downward, but they are still extremely high. This has made travel much costlier for all of us. Fortunately, many B&Bs are running specials to help you cover some of these high gas costs. Here are several great "Tanks for Traveling" specials from Diamond Collection inns:

1906 Pine Crest Inn in Tryon, NC (pictured right)
The historic 1906 Pine Crest Inn & Restaurant is convenient to Hendersonville, Asheville, and the Biltmore Estate. Their "Cash for Gas" special package includes two nights' luxurious accommodations, afternoon refreshments including port & sherry, a made-to-order hot gourmet breakfast, and a crisp $20 bill to use towards gasoline. Offer good through 3/31/2012. Call 800-633-3001 to book.

The Victorian Ladies in Newport, RI
This B&B features period pieces and lovely reproductions, and its award-winning gardens include a shaded grotto and several sun gardens with ponds and waterfalls. Reserve your room for a weekday, Sunday thru Thursday, between May and September. Then get some gas money. Receive a $40 or $60 discount as follows:

• Two nights at regular rate, save $40
• Three nights at regular rate, save $60

Offer good through 9/30. Call 888-849-9960 to book.

Inn at Ellis River in Jackson, NH
Nestled by a sparkling stream in picturesque Jackson village, this inn is a wonderful place for a relaxing escape in the mountains. ‘Sparks Can Fly’ if you stay and play two nights in a fireplace room (non-balcony/patio). In this special, the inn will give you two eco-friendly Inn at Ellis River water bottles to cool off while you hike, bike, kayak, or just relax, plus a $25 credit for gas to explore their White Mountain playground. Stay three nights and your gas credit is $50. Must request ‘Sparks Can Fly’ when booking. Offer good through 7/14/2011. Call 800-233-8309 to book.

Arsenic & Old Lace in Eureka Springs, AR  (pictured right)
Seated on a private, wooded hillside in Eureka Spring's Historic District, this luxury Queen-Anne style Victorian mansion offers relaxing and peaceful views from its large wrap-around verandah. Stay three or more nights (Sunday through Thursday) and the inn will discount your stay $40 to help offset the cost of the fuel for your trip. To qualify, at least two nights of your stay must be Sunday through Thursday nights. Offer good through 9/30/11. Call 800-243-5223 to book.

1889 Whitegate Inn & Cottage in Asheville, NC
This romantic B&B overlooks beautiful downtown Asheville and the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains. To help make it a little easier to fill up your tank, this inn has partnered with several local restaurants. Receive $15 off a two-night stay Sunday through Thursday, PLUS get 15% off at any one of their participating restaurants! Offer good through 8/31/2011. Call 800-485-3045 to book.

The Victorian Ladies is a B&B in Newport, Rhode Island that has been a Best of BedandBreakfast.com Awards winner two years in a row. The inn within walking distance of Eastons Beach, Cliff Walk, great shopping, and many restaurants. It's also a great home base for those who enjoy sailing, fishing, windsurfing and cycling.

The following is a review from a stay in November 2010.

"Victorian Ladies...we'll be back!"
What a cozy place to stay! Our room was so warm and inviting and the bed was heavenly! The owners were more than friendly and very helpful in reccommending places to eat and visit. The grounds were quite charming and we were only sorry that it was too cold to sit outside in the courtyard by the fountain. The breakfast was amazing and very accomodating to every taste! Very pleasant and relaxing stay...we'll be back!