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The National Hotel

3.0 star property
Enjoy the restaurant at this 3-star Block Island hotel

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The National Hotel

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Restaurant
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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Corner, Island view | Bed sheets
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Overview of The National Hotel

Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Business servicesBusiness servicesBusiness services

Explore the area

Map
36 Water Street, New Shoreham, Block Island, RI, 02807
  • Popular LocationBallard's Beach5 min walk
  • Popular LocationCrescent Beach2 min drive
  • Popular LocationMohegan Bluffs4 min drive
  • AirportProvidence, RI (PVD-T.F. Green)95 min drive

Room options

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Corner, Island view

  • 240 sq ft
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean view | Bed sheets

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean view

  • 210 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Island view | Bed sheets

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Island view

  • 210 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, Multiple Beds, Island view | Bed sheets

Room, Multiple Beds, Island view

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Block Island

Close to the beach.Within a 5-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Old Harbor and Nichols Park. Block Island Historical Society Museum and Clayhead Nature Trail are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Ballard's Beach - 5 min walk
  • Crescent Beach - 2 min drive
  • Mohegan Bluffs - 4 min drive
  • Mansion Beach - 6 min drive
  • Coast Guard Beach - 7 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Oar - 3 min drive
  • The National Hotel - 1 min walk
  • Paynes Dock Restaurant - 4 min walk
  • Aldo's Bakery - 3 min walk
  • Dead Eye Dick's - 2 min drive

About this property

The National Hotel

Enjoy the restaurant at this 3-star Block Island hotel
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.

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

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

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 staff will greet guests on arrival

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between October 6 and May 1.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

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 May 1, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The National Hotel on May 12, 2024 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 Surf Beach and 5-minute walk from Ballard's 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.

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

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 151 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 59 out of 151 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 151 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 151 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 151 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view from our room was spectacular, and the staff could not have been better. Everyone was kind, courteous, and helpful. We will be back
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff great hotel minutes from town and ferry. Excellent view of the harbor from the porch.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great historic 1880 Hotel
Very accommodating as we couldn't bring our car on the ferry. Hotel is directly across from Ferry and made it easy to get to.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Peter

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Historic hotel in great location
The National is a great place to stay. Super location, very friendly and helpful staff, and very historic. The historic part is something you should understand before booking -- the hotel dates from the late 1800s, so the rooms are not like a modern hotel -- they are not as big or luxurious. But they are fine, especially because on Block Island you don't want to spend lots of time in your room anyway. The other possible thing to expect is some noise. The windows are not soundproof, and there are gatherings in the evening below the rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For the age of the hotel, it was very well maintained and very clean. The staff was all very friendly and accommodating. The hotel itself was very accommodating with storing bags until our checkin time and then the day or departure as well as providing beach towels. There was life music every night in the back patio area. It is loud until 10:00-10:30 but we did not mind it as we heard it from our room and enjoyed it. Great location on the island- amazing food and drinks at the restaurant and bars downstairs. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

darlene

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, excellent food and service!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charisse

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff and hotel were great but would not recommend the restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023