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The National Hotel

36 Water Street, Block Island, RI, US
4.5Excellent
Hotel amenities
Bar & Lounge
Restaurant
Free Wi-Fi
Conference Room

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About this property

Near Surf Beach When you stay at The National Hotel in Block Island, you'll be near the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Ballard's Beach and Great Salt Pond. This hotel is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Crescent Beach and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Mohegan Bluffs. Make yourself at home in one of the 45 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include ceiling fans, and housekeeping is provided daily. You can enjoy a meal at the restaurant serving the guests of The National Hotel, or stop in at the grocery/convenience store. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge.

Location & nearby attractions

When you stay at The National Hotel in Block Island, you'll be near the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Ballard's Beach and Great Salt Pond. This hotel is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Crescent Beach and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Mohegan Bluffs.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Old Harbor - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Nichols Park - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Block Island Historical Society Museum - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Clayhead Nature Trail - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Surf Beach - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Ballard's Beach - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Sachem Pond Wildlife Refuge - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Abrams Animal Farm - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Baby Beach - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Pebbly Beach - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Fred Benson Town Beach - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Great Salt Pond - 1.6 km / 1 mi
Crescent Beach - 1.8 km / 1.1 mi
Mosquito Beach - 2.2 km / 1.4 mi
Scotch Beach - 2.3 km / 1.4 mi

The nearest airports are:
Block Island, RI (BID-Block Island State) - 2.4 km / 1.5 mi
Westerly, RI (WST-Westerly State) - 66.2 km / 41.1 mi
Montauk, NY (MTP) - 198.2 km / 123.2 mi
Fishers Island, NY (FID-Elizabeth Field) - 111.7 km / 69.4 mi
New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 95 km / 59 mi

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 45 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include ceiling fans, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Dining

You can enjoy a meal at the restaurant serving the guests of The National Hotel, or stop in at the grocery/convenience store. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge.

Amenities & features

Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services. Additional features at this hotel include gift shops/newsstands and a banquet hall.
Featured amenities include luggage storage, a safe deposit box at the front desk, and ATM/banking services.

Getting here

Block Island Airport from New England Airlines or Cape Air. Taxi's are available.

Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Check-in & check-out

Check-in 3:00 PM
Check-out 11:00 AM
  • 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
  • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 11 PM. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Pet policy

Pets are not allowed.

Know before you go

  • Up to 4 children 12 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.

Frequently asked questions

What are the check-in and check-out times at The National Hotel?

Check-in starts at 3:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM.

Where is The National Hotel located?

The National Hotel is located at 36 Water Street, Block Island, RI, US.

What attractions are near The National Hotel?

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Old Harbor - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi Nichols Park - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi Block Island Historical Society Museum - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi Clayhead Nature Trail - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi Surf Beach - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi Ballard's Beach - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi Sachem Pond Wildlife Refuge - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi Abrams Animal Farm - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi Baby Beach - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi Pebbly Beach - 1 km / 0.6 mi Fred Benson Town Beach - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi Great Salt Pond - 1.6 km / 1 mi Crescent Beach - 1.8 km / 1.1 mi Mosquito Beach - 2.2 km / 1.4 mi Scotch Beach - 2.3 km / 1.4 mi The nearest airports are: Block Island, RI (BID-Block Island State) - 2.4 km / 1.5 mi Westerly, RI (WST-Westerly State) - 66.2 km / 41.1 mi Montauk, NY (MTP) - 198.2 km / 123.2 mi Fishers Island, NY (FID-Elizabeth Field) - 111.7 km / 69.4 mi New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 95 km / 59 mi

How do I get to The National Hotel?

Block Island Airport from New England Airlines or Cape Air. Taxi's are available. Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

What dining options are available at The National Hotel?

You can enjoy a meal at the restaurant serving the guests of The National Hotel, or stop in at the grocery/convenience store. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge.

What amenities does The National Hotel offer?

The National Hotel features amenities such as Bar & Lounge, Restaurant, Free Wi-Fi, Conference Room.

What are the rooms like at The National Hotel?

Make yourself at home in one of the 45 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include ceiling fans, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Is The National Hotel pet-friendly?

Pets are not allowed at The National Hotel.

What should I know before staying at The National Hotel?

Up to 4 children 12 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.