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The Blue Dory Inn

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

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Ocean Sonnet (No Pets) | Beach/ocean view
Victoria (No Pets) | Bathroom
Dory Cottage (Pet Friendly) | Private kitchen
Tea House (Pet Friendly)
Arabella (Pet Friendly)

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • 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)

Victoria (No Pets)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Jetted bath
Daily housekeeping
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Love's Dream (No Pets)

Love's Dream (No Pets)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Renaissance (No Pets)

Renaissance (No Pets)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Ocean Sonnet (No Pets)

Ocean Sonnet (No Pets)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Jetted bath
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Queen Anne's Lace (No Pets)

Queen Anne's Lace (No Pets)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Avalon (Pet Friendly)

Avalon (Pet Friendly)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
Daily housekeeping
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Doll House (Pet Friendly)

Doll House (Pet Friendly)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
Pet friendly
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Tea House (Pet Friendly)

Tea House (Pet Friendly)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Jetted bath
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Dory Cottage (Pet Friendly)

Dory Cottage (Pet Friendly)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Queen Murphy Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Rosewind (Pet Friendly)

Rosewind (Pet Friendly)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
Pet friendly
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Arabella (Pet Friendly)

Arabella (Pet Friendly)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
Pet friendly
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Arabelline (Pet Friendly)

Arabelline (Pet Friendly)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
Pet friendly
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Cupid's Corner (No Pets)

Cupid's Corner (No Pets)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Daily housekeeping
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Chantilly (No Pets)

Chantilly (No Pets)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Block Island

At The Blue Dory Inn you'll be within a 30-minute stroll of Great Salt Pond and Crescent Beach. Highlights at this beachfront B&B include free daily breakfast. .Spend the day at the beach where you'll find sunloungers. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and a microwave in a common area. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. .With a stay at this 3.5-property class Block Island B&B, you'll be 2.8 km (1.7 mi) from Southeast Light House and 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Mohegan Bluffs.
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What's nearby

  • Old Harbor - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Block Island Historical Society Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Ballard's Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Great Salt Pond - 1 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Crescent Beach - 3 min drive - 3.2 km

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
Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Blue Dory Inn also features a garden, a microwave in a common area, and a fridge in a common area.

This 3.5-star Block Island bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 17 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Water dispenser
The Blue Dory Inn offers 17 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. 32-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels. An iron/ironing board, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site 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 organised tours and activities
  • Smoke-free property
  • 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

  • Pets: USD 30 per accommodation, per day
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 30 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards and cash.

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

Are there any beaches close to The Blue Dory Inn?

Yep, The Blue Dory Inn is a short 6-minute walk from Ballard's Beach. Fun beach activities include surfing, body boarding and kayaking.

Does The Blue Dory Inn serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary full breakfast is served daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Blue Dory Inn?

No, The Blue Dory Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Blue Dory Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

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

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Denise

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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 traveller

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

Travelled 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

10/10 Excellent

robert

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The breakfast is great,the staff is very friendly and the owner was there to answer questions very convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dionne

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and comfortable beds! Beautiful Victorian inn! Excellent breakfast and afternoon wine & cheese events! Very dog friendly :)
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

becca

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Garrison and the staff were very friendly, the inn is super to the close to the ferry, ocean, and resteraunts in town. Basically feels like staying in someone's house, they take amazing care of you, highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice spot!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan

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

Lovely Blue Dory Inn

Lovely property and host, wine and cheese at night and hand-cooked breakfast in the morning. Beach view, perfect room with airy breezes n the window. Top class!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025