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The National Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, 5-minute walk to Ballard's Beach

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Property grounds
Beach nearby
Lobby sitting area
Lobby
Lake

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services

Explore the area

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

Room options

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Island view

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Island view

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 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

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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

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean view

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
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Trundle Bed

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

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 National Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Aldo's Bakery - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The National Hotel

Hotel with a restaurant, 5-minute 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

This property is closed from 13 October 2025 to 7 May 2026 (dates subject to change).
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.

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.