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The Blue Dory Inn

3.5 star property
Fun on the beach, near Southeast Light House

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

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61 Dodge St, New Shoreham, Block Island, RI, 02807
  • Place, Ballard's Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Mohegan Bluffs
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Crescent Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newport, RI (NPT-Newport State)
    ‪137 min drive‬

Room options

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Victoria (No Pets) | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Victoria (No Pets)

  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Love's Dream (No Pets)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Renaissance (No Pets) | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Renaissance (No Pets)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Ocean Sonnet (No Pets) | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Ocean Sonnet (No Pets)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Queen Anne's Lace (No Pets)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Avalon (Pet Friendly) | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Avalon (Pet Friendly)

  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Doll House (Pet Friendly) | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Doll House (Pet Friendly)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Tea House (Pet Friendly) | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Tea House (Pet Friendly)

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Dory Cottage (Pet Friendly) | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Dory Cottage (Pet Friendly)

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Queen Murphy Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Rosewind (Pet Friendly) | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Rosewind (Pet Friendly)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
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  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Arabella (Pet Friendly) | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Arabella (Pet Friendly)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Arabelline (Pet Friendly) | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Arabelline (Pet Friendly)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Cupid's Corner (No Pets)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Chantilly (No Pets) | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Chantilly (No Pets)

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Block Island

The Blue Dory Inn places you within a mile (2 km) of popular attractions like Great Salt Pond and Crescent Beach. This 17-room, 3.5-star bed & breakfast welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, a microwave in a common area, and a refrigerator in a common area.
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What's nearby

  • Ballard's Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 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

  • Newport, RI (NPT-Newport State) - 109 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Oar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Ballard's Inn - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Poor People's Pub - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The National Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Aldo's Bakery - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Blue Dory Inn

Fun on the beach, near Southeast Light House
Guests of The Blue Dory Inn enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. Helpful staff is there to provide front-desk service during limited hours, as well as offer insight about the area. Other amenities at this beach bed & breakfast include a garden and a water dispenser.
32-inch Smart TVs come with digital channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Housekeeping 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 some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • On the beach

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 steps to reach entrance
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with digital channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 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 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 30 per accommodation, per day
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30 per night
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 30 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 30 per accommodation, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 30 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30 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, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-8:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours.

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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

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The Blue Dory Inn Bed & breakfast Block Island

Frequently asked questions

What can I see near The Blue Dory Inn?

This bed & breakfast is located in Block Island, just steps from Clayhead Nature Trail and Surf Beach, and within a short walk of Ballard's Beach. You'll also find Great Salt Pond and Old Harbor less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at The Blue Dory Inn?

As of Oct 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Blue Dory Inn on Nov 2, 2025 start from $171.35, 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.

Is there parking available at The Blue Dory Inn?

Bicycle parking is also available for guests.

Does The Blue Dory Inn have a casino on the premises?

No, The Blue Dory Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Blue Dory Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Blue Dory Inn?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this beachfront bed u0026 breakfast include a smart TV as well as proposal/romance packages and a nature reserve.

Are there hot tubs at The Blue Dory Inn?

No, but some guestrooms at this bed & breakfast feature jetted bathtubs.

Does The Blue Dory Inn have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

The Blue Dory Inn offers free full breakfasts each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will The Blue Dory Inn allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at The Blue Dory Inn for a fee of USD 30 per accommodation, per day.

Does The Blue Dory Inn have connecting rooms?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to The Blue Dory Inn?

The closest major airport to The Blue Dory Inn is Block Island, RI (BID-Block Island State), which is 1.5 mi away (3 minutes by car). Another top airport is Westerly, RI (WST-Westerly State), which is around 17.7 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Blue Dory Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Blue Dory Inn.