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The National Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Ballard's Beach

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Property grounds
Lobby
Lobby sitting area
Beach nearby
Lake

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services

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36 Water Street, New Shoreham, Block Island, RI, 02807
  • Ballard's Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Mohegan Bluffs
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Crescent Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Block Island, RI (BID-Block Island State)
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

Room, Ocean View, Corner

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Corner, Island view | 1 bedroom, bed sheets

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Corner, Island view

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 240 sq ft
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean view

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 210 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Trundle Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Island view

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 210 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, Multiple Beds, Island view

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Single Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Block Island

Close to the beach.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Ballard's Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Great Salt Pond with a stay here. Crescent Beach and Mohegan Bluffs are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Ballard's Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 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

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Oar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Ballard's Inn - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Poor People's Pub - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Narragansett Inn - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Aldo's Bakery - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The National Hotel

3-star hotel near Ballard's Beach
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, gift shops/newsstands, and concierge services are also featured at The National Hotel.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Block Island hotel.

  • 45 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Convenience store
  • Terrace
  • Gift shop
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The National Hotel offers 45 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Shopping

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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 7 AM - 11 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between October 12 and May 9.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 4 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
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, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Up to 4 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

National Hotel Block Island
National Hotel
National Block Island
The National Hotel Hotel
The National Hotel Block Island
The National Hotel Hotel Block Island

Frequently asked questions

How close is The National Hotel to the airport?

The National Hotel 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 National Hotel?

As of Sep 7, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The National Hotel on Oct 1, 2025 start from $239.0, 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 National Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The National Hotel.

How close is The National Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is a short 5-minute walk from Ballard's Beach and 5-minute walk from Surf Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The National Hotel offer free breakfast?

The National Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The National Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The National Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The National Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does The National Hotel have a pool?

The National Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The National Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site. The dining venue(s) will be closed seasonally each year from October 12 to May 9.

Does The National Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The National Hotel to downtown Block Island?

The National Hotel is 0.2 mi away from New Shoreham.

The National Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 115 out of 202 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 68 out of 202 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 202 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 202 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 202 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel and super location!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay. First time on the island and it was a great experience.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

10/10 Excellent

Will

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill

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

6/10 Okay

Bruce

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Wish I could have stayed longer…

Charming hotel. Love the history. Staff is extremely nice and welcoming. Enjoyed quietly reading a book by the fire pits. I happened to stay in a room that was above the furnace, I guess? So my “Comfort “ rating would have been higher, but my room was pretty hot - even with the window propped open. Not a huge deal tho. Really loved my first trip to BI and my stay at The National. Will definitely be back. Thanks again to the staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Xuedong

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location , nice stuff, very clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meagan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, quaint property. We would go back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terri

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

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Mark DePinto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cindy from the front desk was an absolute gem, and helped us with any and every question or concern! 10/10, will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna

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

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Marla, Rumford

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The National Hotel was nice they had coffee in the morning, very clean hotel, lots going on with music, fire pits and more. The only a couple of things the rooms are small and the price was a bit higher than normal
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dina

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The National is a beautiful hotel. Great location, fabulous food and both the front porch and back garden style patio were beautiful! Live music by the fire pits made the experience even more enjoyable. Staff is very friendly and helpful. Can’t wait to stay again!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kelly

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel staff was very nice. We enjoyed eating our breakfast out on the front porch and people watching. Great location. Our room was disappointing...the dresser drawers were stuck and hard to open and close, the cable TV was only basic channels, and the bathroom was very small and dated...shower water would go cold which was not good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place to stay in the middle of restaurants and shopping. Evening entertainment/ in house restaurant. Within walking distance from the ferry. No car needed at all.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024