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The National Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, a quick walk to Ballard's Beach

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Property grounds
Beach nearby
Lobby
Lake
Lobby sitting area
The National Hotel welcomes guests on Crescent Beach with amenities like on-site shopping and a grocery store. The restaurant and bar feature local flavors, and public areas offer WiFi. The staff provides helpful guidance for exploring the area.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
The current price is £199
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept

Room options

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Tomorrow

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Room, Ocean View, Corner

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 240 sq ft
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean view | 1 bedroom, bed sheets

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean view

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 210 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Trundle Bed

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

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Island view

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 210 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, Multiple Beds, Island view | 1 bedroom, bed sheets

Room, Multiple Beds, Island view

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Single Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the area

Located in Block Island, The National Hotel is near the beach. North Lighthouse is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Ballard's Beach and Great Salt Pond. Crescent Beach and Mohegan Bluffs are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails.
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Map
36 Water Street, New Shoreham, Block Island, RI, 02807

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 - ‬3 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

Hotel near Ballard's Beach
Located close to Crescent Beach and Mohegan Bluffs, The National Hotel provides a corner/local shop, a terrace and shopping on-site. In addition to a bar and a restaurant, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
Additional perks include:
  • ATM/banking services, a banquet hall and luggage storage
  • A gift shop, meeting rooms and concierge services
  • A front desk safe
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at The National Hotel have comforts, such as air conditioning.
More amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

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

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

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 12 October and 9 May.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
4 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

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

Is The National Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The National Hotel?

As of 14 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The National Hotel on 28 Sept 2025 start from £199.23, including 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.

How much is parking at The National Hotel?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The National Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The National Hotel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The National Hotel located?

Situated near the beach, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Ballard's Beach, Great Salt Pond and Crescent Beach. Mohegan Bluffs and Mansion Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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