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The National Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, a quick walk to Ballard's Beach

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Property grounds
Lake
Lobby
Lobby sitting area
Beach nearby

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
The current price is AU$408
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept

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36 Water Street, New Shoreham, Block Island, RI, 02807
  • Ballard's Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Mohegan Bluffs
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Crescent Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Block Island, RI (BID-Block Island State)
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

Room, Ocean View, Corner

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Corner, Island view

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Corner, Island view

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 22 sq m
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean view

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean view

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Trundle Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Island view

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Island view

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, Multiple Beds, Island view

Room, Multiple Beds, Island view

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Single Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Block Island

At The National Hotel you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Ballard's Beach and Great Salt Pond. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and a bar/lounge. .This hotel has free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a terrace. Other amenities include a corner/local shop, luggage storage and a front desk safe. .With a stay at this 3-property class Block Island hotel, you'll be 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from Crescent Beach and 2.8 km (1.8 mi) from Mohegan Bluffs.

What's nearby

  • Ballard's Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Great Salt Pond - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Mohegan Bluffs - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Mansion Beach - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Crescent Beach - 7 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • Block Island, RI (BID-Block Island State) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Oar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Ballard's Inn - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Poor People's Pub - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Narragansett Inn - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Aldo's Bakery - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The National Hotel

Hotel with a restaurant, a quick walk to Ballard's Beach
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, gift shops/newsstands, and concierge services are also featured at The National Hotel.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Block Island hotel.

  • 45 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Corner/local shop
  • Terrace
  • Gift shop
  • ATM
  • On-site shopping
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The National Hotel offers 45 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include baths or showers. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 11 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 12 October and 9 May.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 4 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Up to 4 children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

National Hotel Block Island
National Hotel
National Block Island
The National Hotel Hotel
The National Hotel Block Island
The National Hotel Hotel Block Island

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to The National Hotel?

Yep, The National Hotel is a short 5-minute walk from Ballard's Beach. Fun beach activities include fishing.

How much does it cost to stay at The National Hotel?

As of 11 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The National Hotel on 28 Sept 2025 start from AU$408.08, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The National Hotel?

No, The National Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The National Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant. The dining venue is closed seasonally each year from October 12 until May 9.

What time are check-in & check-out at The National Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The National Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Reviews

The National Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 203 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 68 out of 203 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 203 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 203 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 203 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel and super location!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay. First time on the island and it was a great experience.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Will

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Bruce

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Wish I could have stayed longer…

Charming hotel. Love the history. Staff is extremely nice and welcoming. Enjoyed quietly reading a book by the fire pits. I happened to stay in a room that was above the furnace, I guess? So my “Comfort “ rating would have been higher, but my room was pretty hot - even with the window propped open. Not a huge deal tho. Really loved my first trip to BI and my stay at The National. Will definitely be back. Thanks again to the staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Xuedong

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location , nice stuff, very clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meagan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, quaint property. We would go back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Mark DePinto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cindy from the front desk was an absolute gem, and helped us with any and every question or concern! 10/10, will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Marla, Rumford

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The National Hotel was nice they had coffee in the morning, very clean hotel, lots going on with music, fire pits and more. The only a couple of things the rooms are small and the price was a bit higher than normal
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dina

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The National is a beautiful hotel. Great location, fabulous food and both the front porch and back garden style patio were beautiful! Live music by the fire pits made the experience even more enjoyable. Staff is very friendly and helpful. Can’t wait to stay again!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kelly

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel staff was very nice. We enjoyed eating our breakfast out on the front porch and people watching. Great location. Our room was disappointing...the dresser drawers were stuck and hard to open and close, the cable TV was only basic channels, and the bathroom was very small and dated...shower water would go cold which was not good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place to stay in the middle of restaurants and shopping. Evening entertainment/ in house restaurant. Within walking distance from the ferry. No car needed at all.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024