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 Winfield's (214 Corn Neck Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Block Island

Block Island in April
Estimated hotel price
$207
1 night at 3-star hotel
Block Island in April
Estimated hotel price
$207
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 Thrifty, 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 Thrifty, among others, in New York.

Airlines serving Block Island

Lufthansa
Good (6,942 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,319 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,710 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,897 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,422 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,609 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,195 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,539 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (344 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (8,906 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,266 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,755 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,826 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,177 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,937 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,063 reviews)
Frontier
Good (3,274 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (7,876 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,295 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (827 reviews)
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Where to stay in Block Island

Average rates range from around $314 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

Rose Farm Inn
2 stars
Excellent (9.2, 165 reviews)
$259+
The 1661 Inn and Hotel Manisses
3 stars
Excellent (9.3, 67 reviews)
$220+
National Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 199 reviews)
$270+
Atlantic Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 24 reviews)
$282+
Block Island Beach House
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 252 reviews)
$292+
Narragansett Inn
2 stars
Good (7.9, 26 reviews)
$283+

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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