The Blue Dory Inn

3.5 star property
3.5-star beachfront B&B near Great Salt Pond

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Ocean Sonnet (No Pets) | Beach/ocean view
Tea House (Pet Friendly) | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Victoria (No Pets) | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Arabella (Pet Friendly) | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Dory Cottage (Pet Friendly) | Private kitchen | Shared fridge, microwave

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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61 Dodge St, New Shoreham, Block Island, RI, 02807
  • Place, Ballard's Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Mohegan Bluffs
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Crescent Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newport, RI (NPT-Newport State)
    ‪137 min drive‬

Room options

Victoria (No Pets)

  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Love's Dream (No Pets)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Renaissance (No Pets)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Ocean Sonnet (No Pets)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Queen Anne's Lace (No Pets)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Avalon (Pet Friendly)

  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Doll House (Pet Friendly)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Tea House (Pet Friendly)

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Dory Cottage (Pet Friendly)

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Queen Murphy Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Rosewind (Pet Friendly)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Arabella (Pet Friendly)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Arabelline (Pet Friendly)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Cupid's Corner (No Pets)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Chantilly (No Pets)

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Block Island

On the beach.You'll find Great Salt Pond and Crescent Beach within 2 miles (3 km) of this B&B. Southeast Light House and Mohegan Bluffs are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Ballard's Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Great Salt Pond - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Mohegan Bluffs - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Mansion Beach - 7 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Crescent Beach - 7 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

  • Newport, RI (NPT-Newport State) - 109 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Oar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Ballard's Inn - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Poor People's Pub - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The National Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Aldo's Bakery - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Blue Dory Inn

3.5-star beachfront B&B near Great Salt Pond
Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Blue Dory Inn also features a garden, a microwave in a common area, and a refrigerator in a common area.

This 3.5-star Block Island bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 17 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
The Blue Dory Inn offers 17 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. 32-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels. Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 steps to reach entrance
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 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 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 30 per accommodation, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 30 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.

  • Pet fee: USD 30 per accommodation, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 30 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30 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
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 onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Blue Dory Inn to the airport?

The Blue Dory Inn is 1.5 mi (3-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 The Blue Dory Inn?

As of Nov 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Blue Dory Inn on Nov 2, 2025 start from $171.35, 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 The Blue Dory Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Blue Dory Inn.

How close is The Blue Dory Inn to the beach?

This bed & breakfast is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Blue Dory Inn offer free breakfast?

The Blue Dory Inn offers free full breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Blue Dory Inn?

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

What time is check-in at The Blue Dory Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Blue Dory Inn?

Free parking is not available at this bed & breakfast.

Does The Blue Dory Inn have a pool?

The Blue Dory Inn does not have a pool.

Does The Blue Dory Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this bed & breakfast.

How close is The Blue Dory Inn to downtown Block Island?

The Blue Dory Inn is 0.2 mi away from New Shoreham.