The Inn at Old Harbor

2.5 star property
Guesthouse in Block Island

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Front of property
Basic Room
Basic Room | Bathroom | Towels
Interior
Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony | Balcony

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

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231 Water Street, New Shoreham, Block Island, RI, 02807
  • Place, Old Harbor
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Ballard's Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Mohegan Bluffs
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Block Island, RI (BID-Block Island State)
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Classic Room, 1 Double Bed, Private Bathroom

Classic Room, 1 Double Bed, Private Bathroom

  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Shared Bathroom

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Shared Bathroom

  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Private Bathroom

Classic Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Block Island

The Inn at Old Harbor places you next to Old Harbor and Nichols Park. This 8-room guesthouse welcomes guests with conveniences like a terrace.
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What's nearby

  • Old Harbor - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Ballard's Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 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 - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Ballard's Inn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Poor People's Pub - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The National Hotel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Aldo's Bakery - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Inn at Old Harbor

Guesthouse in Block Island
At The Inn at Old Harbor, guests have access to features like a terrace. Staff members can help with accommodation requests, and provide luggage storage. This smoke-free guesthouse also has a garden.

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Virtual front desk

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1882
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; access will be through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between September 26 and May 25.

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-8:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Inn Old Harbor Block Island
Inn Old Harbor
Old Harbor Block Island
The At Old Harbor Block Island
The Inn at Old Harbor Guesthouse
The Inn at Old Harbor Block Island
The Inn at Old Harbor Guesthouse Block Island

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near The Inn at Old Harbor?

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

Will I be able to park at The Inn at Old Harbor?

No, there isn't parking at this guesthouse.

Does The Inn at Old Harbor feature a casino at the property?

No, The Inn at Old Harbor doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Inn at Old Harbor?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

Does The Inn at Old Harbor have a hot tub?

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

Does The Inn at Old Harbor feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, The Inn at Old Harbor doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does The Inn at Old Harbor allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Inn at Old Harbor.

Are there connecting rooms at The Inn at Old Harbor?

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

How close is the airport from The Inn at Old Harbor?

The closest major airport to The Inn at Old Harbor is Block Island, RI (BID-Block Island State), which is 1.6 mi away (3 minutes by car). Another top airport is Westerly, RI (WST-Westerly State), which is around 17.8 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Inn at Old Harbor?

Yes, some accommodations at The Inn at Old Harbor offer a balcony and may feature ocean views.

Reviews

The Inn at Old Harbor Reviews

7.4

Good

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 65 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Natalia

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Gary

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Broken and missing curtains with no staff to remedy the issue
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Thomas

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We almost could have tolerated the old, outdated, shabby, moldy, screen less windows but the staff running around and causing a chaotic presumably drunken ruckus starting at 11 pm and lasting couple hours did it for us. Ironically, the house rules we were given specifically stated “quiet hours” from 11 pm to 7 am. Needless to say we really didn’t sleep. It all started a little shaky when the room wasn’t ready on time for 3 pm check in. We foolishly thought that since they asked for our ferry arrival time (10 am and we certainly didn’t think we were checking in that soon) that the room would be ready when they said. We understood that our nightly charge of $466 (taxes included) was a little below market given the weekend but we were really surprised by how awful and dirty the room and bathroom turned out to be. I mean jaw dropping. Not sure how or why there positive reviews of this place. We are Block Island regulars that normally stay at another inn but wanted to try this place given its proximity to the main drag and surprise…..availability. Maybe the second floor is magically beautiful but we’ll never know.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Madelynn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
No blinds or curtains on the windows. Smelled like pee.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

10/10 Excellent

kevin

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

2/10 Terrible

Kristin

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

John

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Yolanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

My BD get-away 2022

Stayed overnight, wish we could have stayed longer. I feel it was overpriced. Location was awesome. Skey Villegas was courteous and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice quaint place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Rosanne

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location at Old Harbor. We loved sitting on the back balcony overlooking the harbor and the front balcony overlooking Spring Street. No frills, but charming, comfy room and very convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeremie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location was great, right in old harbor. Could see the ferry right from the room. The bathroom was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

2/10 Terrible

Corey

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terrible extremely uncomfortable beds and NO AIRCONDITONER
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service

Overnight trip

It was a nice convenient location. Check in was simple as was check out. Didn't realize how small room was but for one night it was fine!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very good stay

Great service from Jose, very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kara

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the balconies!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Marlo

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
No
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

2/10 Terrible

Albert

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

MISERABLE, HORRIBLE CAVEAT EMPTOR

MISERABLE. This is the very worst place I have ever stayed. You dont find out about how horrible the place is until it is too late. No cancellation, no refund and very expensive. The Hotels.com website doesn't tell you about this ancient atrocity. Check in is at the sandal shop downstairs. It was ok, fast and Jose did not verify my identity other than my giving my name. Never saw the staff again except when they were banging the door to their office on the third floor. Rumor is that the Inn is haunted, and maybe so, we were awake all night and all day with the doors constantly banging. 2) It is not until after you commit to the non-refundable place that you get the email stating you have a "private" bath and that it is way down the hall. Hard on old people who have to get up in the night. 3) The linens are awful. There is no top sheet just an old worn-out raggy blanket. The pillow are horrible. And this is a luxury place? 4) The hotel is ancient and has not be modernized. At least the old door frames were nice. The floor in our room (#5) was painted white floor board that looked like it had not been washed in years. 5) There is no housekeeping. This is allegedly due to covid concerns but smacks of the owners just being cheap. 6) No internet or TV. Come on this is the 21 century. 7) No climate control. The fans in the room worked, at least some of them did. At night it was pleasant but during the day miserable. I could go on. NO EXCUSES
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

2/10 Terrible

Brendan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location of the IOH couldn’t be better, quiet at night but close enough to walk to the fun during the day! The staff was incredible. Jose was accommodating from start to finish, couldn’t have had a better trip if i tried! Thank you again, Jose & staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location—friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021