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Ballard's

2.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with a marina, steps from Ballard's Beach

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Outdoor dining
In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Restaurant
Property grounds
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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42 Water St, Block Island, RI, 02807
  • Place, Ballard's Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Harbor
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Block Island Historical Society Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Block Island, RI (BID-Block Island State)
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Block Island

Ballard's places you next to Ballard's Beach and within 2 miles (3 km) of other popular attractions like Great Salt Pond. This 6-room hotel has conveniences like a restaurant, a marina, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Ballard's Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Old Harbor - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Nichols Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Block Island Historical Society Museum - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Great Salt Pond - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Block Island, RI (BID-Block Island State) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Oar - ‬3 min drive
  • Ballard's Inn
  • ‪Aldo's Bakery - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Poor People's Pub - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The National Hotel - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Ballard's

Beachfront hotel with a marina, steps from Ballard's Beach
Guests staying at Ballard's enjoy a marina, free WiFi in public areas, and a picnic area. You can put free offsite parking to good use if you drive. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations. This smoke-free hotel also has an ATM.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 37-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Safes and ironing boards are other standard amenities. Change of towels is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 6 to 20 for adults and USD 5 to 20 for children
  • 6 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Bodyboard
  • Motor boating

Family friendly

  • Children's dinnerware
  • High chair
  • In-room crib
  • Mini-fridge
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Marina
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 37-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 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 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between September 29 and May 6.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 50.00 per night
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 6 to 20 for adults, and USD 5 to 20 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 50.00 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free nearby parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

Ballard's Hotel
Ballard's Block Island
Ballard's Hotel Block Island

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around Ballard's?

This hotel is located in Block Island, just steps from Ballard's Beach and Nichols Park, and within a short walk of Old Harbor. You'll also find Block Island Historical Society Museum and Baby Beach less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Ballard's?

Yes, though parking is limited. Bicycle parking is also available for guests.

Does Ballard's include a casino on the premises?

No, Ballard's doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Ballard's?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Ballard's?

This beachfront hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including 6 bars, a restaurant, and a marina.

Does Ballard's have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Ballard's feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Ballard's serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Ballard's allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Ballard's.

Are there connecting rooms at Ballard's?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How far is the airport from Ballard's?

The closest major airport to Ballard's is Block Island, RI (BID-Block Island State), which is 1.8 mi away (9 minutes by car). Another top airport is Westerly, RI (WST-Westerly State), which is around 18 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Ballard's?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Ballard's.

Ballard's Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 113 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 113 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 113 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 113 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 113 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

John

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

JosephR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is amazing! Everyone was so nice and helpful! The food there was great! Also had a nice sundown special every night on certain food. Will definitely recommend and will be back some day
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Gloria

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very friendly, hospitable and attentive staff. The hotel is somewhat outdated and as it's a beach hotel, may be challenging to keep completely clean (sand). However, details could be better addressed. That said, the bed was very comfortable (though the cot provided for our third person was not really acceptable - it was truly a cot, not a rollaway bed). The staff was very nice, can't emphasize that enough.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert LaBonne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right on the beach, clean large rooms and great lobster rolls for lunch
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

William

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The property definitely is the place to be for the beach and drinks. breakfast was delicious but lunch/dinner not worth it. room was dirty/poorly maintained for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay. Staying in the hotel you should be given a discount on beach chairs.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Wendy

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a terrific stay. Staff was wonderful & attentive. Had the pleasure of watching Timmy Maia Band 2 days in a row. So good! Fantastic beach & service.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Casey, Worcester

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always great!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay everything you need in one location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

ryan

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room and staff did great
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTOPHER

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The cabanas are a must. Staff always ready to make us welcome
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenifer

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The girl at front desk checked us in and out was very accommodating excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
AMAZING AND FRIENDLY SAFF. very highly satisfied for our two night stay. Beautiful beach with beautiful sun rise. Quiet. Clean. Will definitely be coming back!!! Honestly hands down the best place I’ve stayed
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything is great !
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Big

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great bathroom. Modern rooms are rare on VI, this one is really nice. Limited parking, but street parking available.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024