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4.3 out of 5

"Very helpful, friendly staff. Great location, nice vibe, good value. Basic room, but comfortable in the nostalgic old tradition of Block Island " More

By a verified traveler on Sat 16 Jun 2018

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Hotel Description

Enjoy the restaurant at this 3-star Block Island hotel

Close to the beach

You'll be steps from Surf Beach and a 5-minute walk from Old Harbor. Nichols Park and Block Island Historical Society Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).

Restaurant, bar/lounge

A restaurant and a bar/lounge are featured at this hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. A terrace, a grocery/convenience store, and luggage storage are also on offer.

Room, Multiple Beds, Island view

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean view

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Corner, Island view

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Island view

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

The National Hotel ratings based on 3 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.3 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 5.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 4.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for The National Hotel

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5 out of 5

Posted by , from FAIRPORT on Sep 9, 2021

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4 out of 5

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jul 22, 2019 by Julie Fuller, General Manager

Thank you for staying with us!

4 out of 5
Very helpful, friendly staff. Great location, nice vibe, good value. Basic room, but comfortable in the nostalgic old tradition of Block Island

Posted by , from atlanta on Jun 16, 2018

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jun 21, 2018 by Julie Fuller, General Manager

Thank you! Hope you to see you again!

Renovations + Closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from September 22 to May 21:

  • Bar/Lounge
  • Dining venue(s)

Property Features

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
  • 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

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Free WiFi
  • Grocery/convenience store

Internet

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Room Amenities

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.

  • Flat-screen television
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hair dryer
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Ensuite bathroom

Food & Drink

The National Hotel has a restaurant on site.

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 11 PM. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

The front desk at this property is open daily from 7 AM - 11 PM.
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11:00 AM

Payment types

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.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed

Policies

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

Be prepared: check the latest COVID-19 travel requirements and measures in place for this destination before you travel.

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. This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place. Disinfectant is used to clean the property and commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays. Social distancing measures are in place and guests are provided with hand sanitizer.

  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
  • Staffed front desk
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • No elevators
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Number of children who can stay free - 4
  • Debit cards
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

Hotel Names

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

You should know

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

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.