Payne's Harbor View Inn

3.5 star property
3.5-star Victorian B&B with free parking

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Free daily buffet breakfast
Room 2 | Balcony
Aerial view
View from property
Room 4 | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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111 Beach Ave, Block Island, RI, 02807
  • Place, Great Salt Pond
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Ballard's Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Crescent Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Block Island, RI (BID-Block Island State)
    ‪19 min walk‬

Room options

Room 1

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

Room 2

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room 3

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Room 6

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room 8

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room 7

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 175 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite 9

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 700 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite 10

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 800 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room 4

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Room 5

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Block Island

Oceanside stay.Your stay at this Block Island B&B places you within a 10-minute walk of Great Salt Pond and Baby Beach. Also, Sachem Pond Wildlife Refuge is within half a mile (1 km) and Block Island Historical Society Museum is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Great Salt Pond - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Baby Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Old Harbor - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Ballard's Beach - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Crescent Beach - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Oar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Ballard's Inn - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Aldo's Bakery - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Poor People's Pub - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The National Hotel - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Payne's Harbor View Inn

3.5-star Victorian B&B with free parking
Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. Spa services, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Payne's Harbor View Inn. The bed & breakfast can provide concierge services and wedding services. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Victorian Block Island bed & breakfast.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 2001
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
Payne's Harbor View Inn offers 10 accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 24-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include complimentary toiletries and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided on request.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours
  • Kayaking

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 24-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Portable fan
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 2 weeks before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between November 01 and May 23.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 11 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 11 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 50.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Air conditioning fee: USD 25 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 50.0 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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the bed & breakfast before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children 11 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

Property is also known as

Payne's Harbor View Inn Block Island
Payne's Harbor View Block Island
Payne's Harbor View
Payne's Harbor View Block
Payne's Harbor View Inn Block Island
Payne's Harbor View Inn Bed & breakfast
Payne's Harbor View Inn Bed & breakfast Block Island

Frequently asked questions

How close is Payne's Harbor View Inn to the airport?

Payne's Harbor View Inn is 0.9 mi (3-min drive) away from the Block Island, RI (BID-Block Island State) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Payne's Harbor View Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Payne's Harbor View Inn.

How close is Payne's Harbor View Inn to the beach?

This bed & breakfast is a short 7-minute walk from Baby Beach and 12-minute walk from Fred Benson Town Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Payne's Harbor View Inn offer free breakfast?

Payne's Harbor View Inn offers free buffet breakfast every day from 8 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Payne's Harbor View Inn?

No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast.

What time is check-in at Payne's Harbor View Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM.

Is there free parking at Payne's Harbor View Inn?

This bed & breakfast offers free self parking.

Does Payne's Harbor View Inn have a pool?

Payne's Harbor View Inn does not have a pool.

Does Payne's Harbor View Inn have a spa?

This bed & breakfast doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is Payne's Harbor View Inn to downtown Block Island?

Payne's Harbor View Inn is 0.8 mi away from New Shoreham.

Payne's Harbor View Inn Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 112 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 112 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 112 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 112 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 112 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christina M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Owner is the sweetest!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

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

STAY AT PAYNE'S HARBOR VIEW INN

The Payne family go out of their way to make your vacation the absolute best it can be! The property, views, and, yes, the donuts are all outrageous!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable room and facilities for us to stay for a wedding on the island.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne, East Haddam

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

10/10 Excellent

Kristopher

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice views of the harbor Great breakfast bites and donuts!! Great staff Cute room w nice little patio
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

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

8/10 Good

Sherri

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, views, friendly staff. Our room and hot tub were exceptionally clean. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvette

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredibly clean and gorgeous grounds
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This location was ideal half way between our ferry and town. The breakfast was enough to hold us till lunch. The snacks either donuts or cookies left out was a nice treat.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thu

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krista

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Location was great and staff were wonderful. Beautiful Inn!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice venue for a quick get away from the hustle & bustle of life. Even though almost all rooms were occupied, the inn didn't feel crowded.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Payne Harbor View is a lovely place to stay. The innkeeper Carmen was so nice and friendly, breakfast was delicious. The room was very spacious, clean, beautiful antiques throughout the home. I really enjoyed my stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dino

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
A true gem. Well run and a simple elegant way to relax. Highly recommend and can’t wait to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

This is our second year in a row staying in room 9. Very spacious and comfortable. A little noisy with some work going on but overall a nice place to stay. The Paynes Killer Donuts are excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its just a beautiful quiet place. Perfect for a visit to block island
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc

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

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Old school classic house love it
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

An absolutely charming inn. Beautiful room and a nice location. Would love to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

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

Very Pleasant Stay

Inviting place. Room was very clean and nice looking. Service was great and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

old school charm with few amenities

The hotel staff was excellent and very attentive which added to the charm of this hotel. The breakfast buffet was delicious and the views were wonderful. The downside was they only had a portable A/C which did not cool the room off at all and you couldn't leave it on when using the hair dryer. The beds were also not very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The perfect spot away from town. Quiet with an excellent view. Suite 9 has a huge bed and a private jacuzzi. Cleanliness is off the charts as is the service, really can’t ask for more. Quick walk to Yellow Kittens and Winfield’s but far enough away to avoid the noise. Already reserved for next year… this is the place, look no further. For the car guys - safe parking so you can bring your car without worry.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025