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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
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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61 Dodge St, New Shoreham, Block Island, RI, 02807
  • Place, Old Harbor
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Block Island Historical Society Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Ballard's Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Newport, RI (NPT-Newport State)
    ‪133 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) | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Love's Dream (No Pets)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 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) | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

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
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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

Arabella (Pet Friendly)

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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

Arabelline (Pet Friendly)

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Cupid's Corner (No Pets) | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

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 Crescent Beach and Great Salt Pond. 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

  • Old Harbor - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Block Island Historical Society Museum - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Ballard's Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Great Salt Pond - 1 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Crescent Beach - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

  • Newport, RI (NPT-Newport State) - 108 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Oar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Poor People's Pub - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Aldo's Bakery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ballard's Inn - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The National Hotel - ‬1 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 water dispenser and a garden.
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

Blue Dory Inn Block Island
Blue Dory Inn
Blue Dory Block Island
Blue Dory
The Blue Dory Inn Block Island
The Blue Dory Inn Bed & breakfast
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 Old Harbor and Block Island Historical Society Museum less than a mile away.

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.

Is The Blue Dory Inn a good place to stay for couples?

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 this bed & breakfast offers jetted bathtubs in some guestrooms.

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, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this bed & breakfast.

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 (7 minutes by car). Another top airport is Westerly, RI (WST-Westerly State), which is around 17.7 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Blue Dory Inn?

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

The Blue Dory Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 99 out of 123 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 123 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 123 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 123 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 123 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breckfast had a beautiful view of the ocean. Room was very clean. Room has ocean view. Staff was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Garrison was amazing What a beautiful time
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Blue Dory was an excellent place to stay. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Food was vegetarian and very good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

SRUTHI

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The View and very accessible to ferry. The rooms are very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

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

Great Location

Great place to stay! Breakfast was delicious and the wine hour was an unexpected surprise. The cookies were delicious. The bed was super comfortable and the room was exceptionally clean. The whole place was extremely charming.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

laura

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness
Staff were wonderful, room and bedding were very comfortable. Afternoon wine and cheese was a lovely bonus along with a delicious breakfast! We had a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Denise

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Room was so small, my husband couldn’t stand up on one side because he would have hit his head. Had to stand on bed to get my ocean view from window! Outside back patio had such a strong stench couldn’t even sit outside for a drink if you wanted to! No bacon, sausage or any kind of meat for breakfast as advertised! Cold pancakes and three empty crockpots!! Couldn’t even change towels after five hours of sign being out to due room! Would never stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig, Ridge

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ocean wave sound all night, relaxing. Great breakfast...
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very hospitable host, direct beach access, great breakfast & wine & cheese hour
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with a B&B feel to it. Close to everything in town.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place, near town and beach. Host very friendly. It’s nothing fancy but it works for a short trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Enjoying our stay! Close to the ferry, beach etc Comfortable bed, attentive staff Beach chairs and towels provided Would definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I just stayed at the Blue Dory on Friday July 11th. I cant wait to stay again. My room was on the 3rd fl which I didn't mind. There is a fire door at the top of the stairs that swings all the way open and my adorable room was at the end of the hallway. The room was so clean, bathroom was perfect and included a jetted tub. The lotion and hand soap they use smells amazing. There is lovely scent throughout the house. My bed was very comfortable the host was so easy to communicate with and so friendly. They also offer breakfast and wine and cheese appetizer hour. The breakfast was located in the basement and they had everything you could think of. Excellent stay and will definitely be back.
Blue Dory sign on the front porch
Blue Dory across from the library
Ocean Sonnet Room on the 3fl
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Dog approved

Very dog and people friendly. Wonderful staff. Great location. We enjoyed the beach with the dog. The hotel provided beach chairs. We will definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jason

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My husband and I stayed recently and loved the inn. Our check was easy, the staff communicated via text to let us know our room was ready. We arrived via the Ferry therefore no parking issues but walking the properly we could see there was plenty of space to park. We enjoyed the wine and cheese. It was a nice way to meet the other guests. We spent time at Captain Nicks just steps from the Inn as well as the Yellow Kittens and McAloons( Irish Pub). We did not have breakfast at the inn as we were out for a walk. We will definitely stay at the Blue Dory again. We highly recommend if you are visiting Block Island.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

stewart, madison

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025