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What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Block Island travel guide

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You're Going to Love Block Island

Block Island is a must-see destination in Rhode Island, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Block Island to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Block Island

If you’re looking for affordable options, Spring House Hotel (52 Spring Street) and The National Hotel (36 Water St) are great picks.

When to visit Block Island

Block Island in April
Estimated hotel price
$205
1 night at 3-star hotel
Block Island in April
Estimated hotel price
$205
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Block Island

Plane

When flying to Block Island, you’ll arrive at Block Island (BID), which is located 0 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Block Island is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 129 miles from Block Island. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in New York.

Plane

When flying to Block Island, you’ll arrive at Block Island (BID), which is located 0 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Block Island is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 129 miles from Block Island. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in New York.

Airports near Block Island

MVYWest Tisbury Martha's Vineyard
BDLHartford Bradley Intl
PVDProvidence-TFGreen

Airlines serving Block Island

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,936 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,922 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,076 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (7,961 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,287 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,317 reviews)
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Where to stay in Block Island

Average rates range from around $309 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $487 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Block Island

Most booked hotels in Block Island

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Rose Farm Inn
2 stars
Excellent (9.2, 165 reviews)
$259+
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The 1661 Inn and Hotel Manisses
3 stars
Excellent (9.3, 67 reviews)
$220+
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National Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 199 reviews)
$270+
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Atlantic Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 24 reviews)
$276+
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Block Island Beach House
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 252 reviews)
$288+
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Narragansett Inn
2 stars
Good (7.9, 26 reviews)
$348+
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Renting a car in Block Island

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Block Island (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Block Island is Full-size (Chevrolet Suburban or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Chevrolet Equinox or similar) are, on average, 53% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Block Island (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Block Island is Full-size (Chevrolet Suburban or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Chevrolet Equinox or similar) are, on average, 53% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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