Block Island, RI (BID-Block Island State) - 3 min drive
Westerly, RI (WST-Westerly State) - 102 min drive
North Kingstown, RI (NCO-Quonset State) - 105 min drive
Newport, RI (NPT-Newport State) - 109 min drive
New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 129 min drive
Fishers Island, NY (FID-Elizabeth Field) - 25 miles/40.3 km
Montauk, NY (MTP) - 20.3 miles/32.6 km
Restaurants
Poor People's Pub - 4 min walk
The National Hotel - 1 min walk
The Oar - 3 min drive
Paynes Dock Restaurant - 4 min walk
Dead Eye Dick's - 20 min walk
About this property
Block Island Beach House
Block Island Beach House is a great choice for a stay in Block Island. You can splash around at the seasonal outdoor pool, grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
46 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age – 21
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
No on-site parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
What to do
On the beach
Shopping
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Luggage storage
Porter/bellhop
Beach sunloungers
Beach towels
Beach umbrellas
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
2 buildings/towers
Built in 1876
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Picnic area
Terrace
Seasonal outdoor pool
Lockers available
Outdoor furniture
Walkway to water
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Well-lit path to entrance
Pool hoist on site
Room amenities
Be entertained
40-inch Smart TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Dressing gowns
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Pillow-top mattress
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Resort fee: USD 30 per accommodation, per night
Resort fee inclusions:
Additional inclusions
Beach access
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Pool access
Renovations and closures
This property is closed from 12 October 2024 to 14 May 2025 (dates subject to change).
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM
The seasonal pool is open from May 27 to October 10
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Also known as
Block Island Beach House Hotel
Hotel Block Island Beach House Block Island
Block Island Block Island Beach House Hotel
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Frequently asked questions
Is Block Island Beach House currently open?
This property is closed from 12 October 2024 to 14 May 2025 (dates subject to change).
Is there a pool at Block Island Beach House?
Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Block Island Beach House?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Block Island Beach House?
Sorry, there's no on-site parking at Block Island Beach House.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Block Island Beach House?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Block Island Beach House and nearby?
Block Island Beach House has a seasonal outdoor pool and a picnic area.
Are there restaurants at or near Block Island Beach House?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
What's the area around Block Island Beach House like?
Block Island Beach House is a short 6-minute walk from Ballard's Beach and 19 minutes' walk from Great Salt Pond.
Block Island Beach House Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
18 Oct 2024
George
George, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 Oct 2024
The staff checking us in were friendly and upgraded us to a room with an ocean view. When we discovered the AC didn't work in our room, they responded immediately and moved us to the room next door - still with an ocean view and a lovely room. The rooms are small but efficient with dresser space and plenty of electric outlets. The bathrooms are spacious and lovely. The hotel has been nicely renovated still retaining the original flavor of the building. It is located on the beach and also in town near restaurants and shops. Housekeeping staff were also friendly and helpful.
Amanda
Amanda, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
11 Oct 2024
The room was so small you couldn’t open the door without hitting the night stand. There were rats outside in the lounging/eating space. Also, the walls were so thin we could hear everything in the neighboring rooms and hallways. It wasn’t a TERRIBLE stay but the experience definitely did not match the price point of the hotel.
Caitlin
Caitlin, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
7 Oct 2024
Not impressed.
No elevator and no one to carry heavy suitcase up steep stairs, pull shade was broken in room, loud party right outside room til almost midnight. AC didn’t work in either of our rooms. Reception area had old ripped couches, one was stained. Bathroom was updated at least!!
Linda
Linda, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 Oct 2024
This hotel is in a perfect location from the ferry landing, the beach, shops and nearby restaurants. We loved our stay.
John Louis
John Louis, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
2 Oct 2024
Very pleasant stay. Clean place and awesome location
Verified traveller
2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
27 Sept 2024
Loved the Gables
John
John, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 Sept 2024
Employees were very helpful. One suggestion i have is to provide a microwave at the coffee station or in the cafe.
Also the pool was too hot. It felt like a hot tub , so it was not comfortable to actually swim. A good temperature would be 84-88 degrees F.
We were in room 126. The bed was tilted so that the head end was lower than the foot end. This was uncomfortable. It looked like they tried to fix the problem with books under the bed posts, but it still is not enough. It would also be really helpful to have a small shelf or table on the door side of the bed and more hooks. Overall, it was a very nice place.
Verified traveller
2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 Sept 2024
We were upgraded to a cottage, which was lovely. The young staff were friendly and competent and the location was great.
andrew
andrew, 5-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
25 Sept 2024
Place was nice in off season. Room was small. Bathroom was roomy nice shower. Beach front view was nice except for the big pipe vent in view. Staff was friendly has no access to ice and water as stated in amenities. Would not stay here again.
Jessica
Jessica, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 Sept 2024
Great stay with amazing staff! Had a wardrobe emergency moments before our taxi was coming to take us to a wedding and one of the staff went out of her way to locate some safety pins that saved the day! Everyone we interacted with was so nice and helpful. The location of the hotel also can’t be beat.
Kelsey
Kelsey, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 Sept 2024
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 Sept 2024
We booked the perfect hotel for our first trip to Block Island! We highly recommend this hotel the location can’t be beat.
Prescilla
Prescilla, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
22 Sept 2024
It's ok for Block Island
Michael
Michael, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
20 Sept 2024
Sara
Sara, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
18 Sept 2024
It is a nice hotel but the rooms are small. We had a convenience bar outside the room for water, ice, coffee, etc. the bar was practical but noisy as others used it. The staff was cordial but not overly personable.
The outside bar was gorgeous! The beach set up is perfect- towels and everything else you need are right there on the beach. They have a foot shower too!
The cushions on the outdoor furniture needed a refresh and were very tired and weathered.
Lastly, we arrived after Labor Day and through no fault of the hotel, they were losing staff daily and short staffed in general.
Mark
Mark, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 Sept 2024
So many adjectives could describe the Block Island Beach House - love love loved it! The location to the beach, the beautifully remodeled rooms and bathrooms, the porch and more. Loved our stay on the island, and hope to come back in the future. Two days definitely was not enough island time!
Theresa
Theresa, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
16 Sept 2024
Nancy
Nancy, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 Sept 2024
Kristin
Kristin, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 Sept 2024
GINA
GINA, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
12 Sept 2024
Something just not quite right about BIBH, we get that it’s an old, historic property (and love that) but it needs some attention in many areas. The outside of the hotel is in bad repair, our room window was broken and wouldn’t close properly. Outdoor seating cushions were dirty and some ripped/worn. Some staff were fine, friendly and helpful but a few seemed to have no regard for customers. Free coffee was a nice touch and the breakfast bowl I had was excellent. Did not eat or drink at hotel otherwise. All the stuff for sale seems tacky…For the almost $500 a night cost of a tiny room without an ocean view in the off-season, we will chose another place in the future.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 Sept 2024
Melanie
Melanie, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 Sept 2024
Gorgeous Inn overlooking the ocean. We went after labor day & it was perfect, no crowds. The food at the hotel was also delicious. I would recommend and stay here again.