The Blue Dory Inn puts you just a 5-minute drive from Great Salt Pond and Crescent Beach. Guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking, and surfing/body boarding, and free full breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Also, Southeast Light House and Mohegan Bluffs are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
61 Dodge St, New Shoreham, Block Island, RI, 02807
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 - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Great Salt Pond - 1 min drive - 1.8 km
Crescent Beach - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
Getting around
Block Island, RI (BID-Block Island State) - 7 min drive
North Kingstown, RI (NCO-Quonset State) - 105 min drive
Westerly, RI (WST-Westerly State) - 108 min drive
Newport, RI (NPT-Newport State) - 108 min drive
New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 130 min drive
Fishers Island, NY (FID-Elizabeth Field) - 25 miles/40.3 km
Montauk, NY (MTP) - 20.3 miles/32.6 km
Restaurants
The National Hotel - 1 min walk
The Oar - 2 min drive
Poor People's Pub - 3 min walk
Dead Eye Dick's - 19 min walk
The Beachead - 5 min walk
About this property
The Blue Dory Inn
The Blue Dory Inn puts you just a 5-minute drive from Great Salt Pond and Crescent Beach. Guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking, and surfing/body boarding, and free full breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Also, Southeast Light House and Mohegan Bluffs are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
At a glance
Hotel size
17 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
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 time is 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
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Parking
No onsite parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free full breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
Free daily reception
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator
Water dispenser
What to do
Bicycle tour information
Beach nearby
Bicycle rentals nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Surfing/body boarding nearby
Scooter/moped rentals nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Beach sun loungers
Beach towels
Romance packages
Facilities
Garden
Bicycle parking
Vegetarian dining options
Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
Local artist showcase
Uses some LED lighting
Water dispenser
Accessibility
Closed captioned TV
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
4 stairs to reach property
Hardwood flooring in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch Smart TV
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Toilet paper
More
Daily housekeeping
Recycling
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Fees & policies
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 30 per night
Rollaway beds are available for USD 30 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per accommodation, per day
Policies
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Also known as
Blue Dory Inn Block Island
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Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at The Blue Dory Inn?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 30 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at The Blue Dory Inn?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at The Blue Dory Inn.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Blue Dory Inn?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at The Blue Dory Inn and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, fishing, and hiking. The Blue Dory Inn also has a garden.
What's the area around The Blue Dory Inn like?
The Blue Dory Inn is a short 1-minute walk from Old Harbor and 6 minutes' walk from Ballard's Beach.
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Reviews
The Blue Dory Inn Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.8
Cleanliness
10
Location
9.8
Staff & service
9.4
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as delicious and of high quality by multiple guests. (24 reviews)
The property offers direct access to the beach with provided beach chairs and towels. (9 reviews)
Perfect location and very clean environment. The complementary breakfast was a plus as well!
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10/10 Exceptional
May 19, 2026
Room was clean staff very friendly, yes had beach view from the bed, breakfast was plenty, love,loved everything.
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 21, 2026
Garrison was a great host and this property is adorable! We especially loved happy hour and breakfast by the beach. Everything was clean and quiet, and the resident orange cat, Sunny, was an added bonus! We will be back!
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 23, 2026
Breakfast freshly made. The beach was right over the fence. Right in town but quiet. The cookies are absolutely delicious!
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 16, 2025
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.
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 26, 2025
Blue Dory was an excellent place to stay. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Food was vegetarian and very good
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 31, 2024
Beautiful place to stay, nice and friendly personal
I definitely stay again there
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8/10 Very good
Nov 29, 2024
Friendly inn good location!
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10/10 Exceptional
May 21, 2024
Holly was a great host enjoyed are stay and served a great breakfast
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 16, 2025
The breakfast is great,the staff is very friendly and the owner was there to answer questions very convenient
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 25, 2025
The View and very accessible to ferry. The rooms are very clean.
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10/10 Exceptional
May 30, 2025
Friendly staff and comfortable beds! Beautiful Victorian inn! Excellent breakfast and afternoon wine & cheese events! Very dog friendly :)
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 25, 2025
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.
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 9, 2025
Breckfast had a beautiful view of the ocean. Room was very clean. Room has ocean view. Staff was very friendly.
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10/10 Exceptional
May 19, 2025
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.
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 11, 2024
Everything about our stay at the Blue Dory Inn was excellent. I would recommend anyone looking to stay on Block Island to choose The Blue Dory Inn for their lodging. Well maintained, clean, and beautiful inn.
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 15, 2024
Always a pleasure to stay at the Blue Dory properties. Staff always goes above and beyond to make our stay special.
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 18, 2025
Ocean wave sound all night, relaxing.
Great breakfast...
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 16, 2024
Business at the Blue Dory Inn
Great room and Ann was terrific at explaining all the amenities!!!
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10/10 Exceptional
May 27, 2024
We loved our quick getaway to The Blue Dory. Highly recommend, great location, super nice people. Can't wait to see you again!!
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 30, 2025
Old school wonder. Incredibly friendly and kind service. Loved the vintage ambience and the adorable house kitty! Great food. The host baking cookies was just such a stylish and homey touch. Loved my time here.
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10/10 Exceptional
May 5, 2025
Great hospitality by Garrison and his team. The wine and cheese gathering along with small bite and barnacle cookies were wonderful. Breakfast was great, overall we enjoyed our stay and we look forward to coming back.
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 10, 2024
Very cute inn and it included a complimentary Happy hour with wine and charcuterie on a lovely patio. Great start to a trip once you check in
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10/10 Exceptional
May 13, 2025
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!
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 14, 2025
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.