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Ballard's

2.0 star property
Beachfront hotel near Ballard's Beach

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Enjoy meals under the shade of large umbrellas with ocean views.
Relax on the deck with a view of the water and dock, featuring a pair of wicker chairs and a small table.
Stylish corridor with armchairs, mirror, and artwork.
Relax on the balcony with wicker chairs and a small table, taking in the view of the coastal town.
Stunning waterfront property with a central entrance, flanked by two wings, and a prominent tower.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

Map
42 Water St, Block Island, RI, 02807
  • Ballard's Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Mohegan Bluffs
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Crescent Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Block Island, RI (BID-Block Island State)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Block Island

On the beach.Stay at this Block Island hotel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Ballard's Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Great Salt Pond. Crescent Beach and Mohegan Bluffs are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Ballard's Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Great Salt Pond - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Mohegan Bluffs - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Mansion Beach - 8 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Crescent Beach - 9 min drive - 2.2 miles

Getting around

  • Block Island, RI (BID-Block Island State) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Poor People's Pub - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The National Hotel - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Oar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Payne’s Dock - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Dead Eye Dick's - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Ballard's

Beachfront hotel near Ballard's Beach
Ballard's offers its guests a marina. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 6 bars/lounges. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Ballard's also features a picnic area and an ATM.

This Block Island hotel is smoke free.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • 6 bars or lounges
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Ballard's offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and irons/ironing boards. 37-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Cribs/infant beds (complimentary) and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's dinnerware
  • High chair
  • In-room crib
  • Mini-fridge
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 6 to 20 for adults and USD 5 to 20 for children
  • 6 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Bodyboard
  • Motor boating

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 37-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 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 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between September 29 and May 6.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 50.00 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 6 to 20 for adults, and USD 5 to 20 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 50.00 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Ballard's Hotel
Ballard's Block Island
Ballard's Hotel Block Island

Frequently asked questions

How close is Ballard's to the airport?

Ballard's is 1.8 mi (9-min drive) away from the Block Island, RI (BID-Block Island State) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Ballard's?

As of Jul 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ballard's on Jul 29, 2025 start from $718.8, excluding 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.

Does Ballard's have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Ballard's.

How close is Ballard's to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Ballard's offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Ballard's, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 6 and 20 for adults, USD 5 and 20 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Ballard's?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Ballard's?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Ballard's?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Ballard's have a pool?

Ballard's does not have a pool.

Does Ballard's have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Ballard's have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Ballard's to downtown Block Island?

Ballard's is 0.1 mi away from New Shoreham.

Ballard's Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 103 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 103 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 103 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 103 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 103 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Big

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great bathroom. Modern rooms are rare on VI, this one is really nice. Limited parking, but street parking available.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angelica

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great stay. The staff was friendly and helpful. The location couldn't have been more ideal. And the beach was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

james

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Place is just awesome! Right next to the ferry. Place is expensive, but so is all of Block Island. Ballards never disappoints!!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Peter

Business traveler
Terrible customer service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Docia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to enjoy a family weekend

Really nice hotel with very friendly staff. The room was great and being right at the marina and having the beach and restaurants on site make this property perfect for a family weekend trip.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Nichole

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

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome time
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Casey, Worcester

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love Ballards - so convenient
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marlo

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is friendly aand helpful. The rooms were very nice. Parking is limited.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Evan

Traveled with group
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judah

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with a private beach.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Pia

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
While our room was clean. The bathroom has definitely seen better days, we were missing a shower door, the “shower caddy” was old and gross. The shower head awful! As for the restaurant, food is so overpriced for bad quality frozen food. $34 for chicken tenders and a handful of French fries. Not to mention ALL the single use plastic they use for everything. They never answer the phone, and there is hardly anyone at reception. Bar and kitchen closed by 9 pm When we return, it won’t be at Ballards not for $600 per night That’s for sure!

6/10 Okay

Pia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was at least clean and ok- however for the price we expected a clean modern bathroom , not one from the 1970’s with a missing shower door and a shower head that barely worked alone with some old nasty pool organizer in the corner . Not to mention the outrageous prices for horrible frozen food and terrible drinks. They are not very “green” plastic is used for everything- sad for such a small island all the single use plastic- wasteful. Our next visit we will definitely make a better choice especially for the $$
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

It’s just ok

It was ok. Mediocre food and drinks
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Nice accommodations but beware, no customer svc

It was very clean and has a contemporary feel, but it was IMPOSSIBLE to get a human to speak with. They only have automated answering and their help menu is poorly designed. Email is the only option they offer. Hope you don’t run into a problem because there’s no one on their end who will help you solve it.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin, Hopkinton

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location - enjoyed everything about it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

EDWARD

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Although this location was close to the ferry and convenient, it was overall not that great. They include a gratuity on everything so staff are underwhelming. Guess when you know you’re getting a tip it changes your level of service. The room was large and clean but there wasn’t a mini refrigerator or an ice machine on the floor. Be mindful of the extra charges at the end. It added almost $100 more to the price of the room. This stay was not worth the price in my opinion.

10/10 Excellent

Siwinee

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we had a really good time stayed there and love everything
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023