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Ballard's

2.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with restaurant, near Ballard's Beach

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds
Lobby sitting area
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | Terrace/patio
In the heart of Mohegan Bluffs, Ballard's offers a refreshing retreat with an outdoor entertainment area and marina. Enjoy bodyboards and motor boating on site or indulge in full breakfast at this hotel near Crescent Beach.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (11)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Marina
  • On the beach
  • Restaurant and 6 bars/lounges
  • Breakfast available
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Air conditioning
  • ATM/banking services
  • Picnic area
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

For families (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Mini-fridge
  • Children's dinnerware

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
42 Water St, Block Island, RI, 02807

What's nearby

  • Ballard's Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Great Salt Pond - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Mohegan Bluffs - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Mansion Beach - 8 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Crescent Beach - 9 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

  • Block Island, RI (BID-Block Island State) - 9 min drive
  • Westerly, RI (WST-Westerly State) - 102 min drive
  • T.F. Green Airport (PVD) - 104 min drive
  • North Kingstown, RI (NCO-Quonset State) - 105 min drive
  • Newport, RI (NPT-Newport State) - 109 min drive
  • New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 130 min drive
  • Montauk, NY (MTP) - 20.5 miles/32.9 km
  • Fishers Island, NY (FID-Elizabeth Field) - 25.3 miles/40.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Oar - ‬3 min drive
  • Ballard's Inn
  • ‪Poor People's Pub - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The National Hotel - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Aldo's Bakery - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Ballard's

A great choice for a stay in Block Island, Ballard's features a marina. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the coffee shop/cafe, and the 6 bars/lounges are nice spots to grab a drink at the end of the day.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 6 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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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
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Onsite parking limited
    • Free offsite parking within 98 ft
    • Street parking available
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • 6 bars/lounges
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee shop

Traveling with children

  • Bodyboard on site

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Motor boating
  • Bodyboard on site
  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Luggage storage
  • Bike storage
  • Bodyboard on site

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Picnic area
  • Bicycle parking
  • Marina
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Walkway to water

Accessibility

  • Front entrance ramp

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 37-inch flat-screen TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Highchair

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 100 per stay

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 6 to 20 for adults, and USD 5 to 20 for children

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between September 29 and May 6.

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 50.00 per night

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

Ballard's Hotel
Ballard's Block Island
Ballard's Hotel Block Island

Frequently asked questions

Is Ballard's currently open?

The property is closed between September 29 and May 6.

Are pets allowed at Ballard's?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Ballard's?

Yes. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Ballard's?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at Ballard's and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as motor boating. Enjoy amenities like 6 bars and a picnic area.

Are there restaurants at or near Ballard's?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Ballard's like?

Ballard's is a short 9-minute drive from Block Island, RI (BID-Block Island State) and 9 minutes' walk from Block Island Historical Society Museum.

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Reviews

Ballard's Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.2

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • The beach area was beautiful, spacious, and perfect for a family weekend trip with great amenities. (10 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay everything you need in one location
Michael, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Enjoyed our stay. Staying in the hotel you should be given a discount on beach chairs.
Tricia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean room and staff did great
ryan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The girl at front desk checked us in and out was very accommodating excellent
Jenifer, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Always great!
Casey, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had a terrific stay. Staff was wonderful & attentive. Had the pleasure of watching Timmy Maia Band 2 days in a row. So good! Fantastic beach & service.
Patricia, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good location
dave, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything is great !
Michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

AMAZING AND FRIENDLY SAFF. very highly satisfied for our two night stay. Beautiful beach with beautiful sun rise. Quiet. Clean. Will definitely be coming back!!! Honestly hands down the best place I’ve stayed
Jessica, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved our stay.
james, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to enjoy a family weekend

Really nice hotel with very friendly staff. The room was great and being right at the marina and having the beach and restaurants on site make this property perfect for a family weekend trip.
Docia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Go here every year - love it here!
Casey, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Love Ballards - so convenient
Casey, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great bathroom. Modern rooms are rare on VI, this one is really nice. Limited parking, but street parking available.
Big, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

We enjoyed lunch on premises. The staff was pleasant and very accomodating!
Raksha, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Place is just awesome! Right next to the ferry. Place is expensive, but so is all of Block Island. Ballards never disappoints!!!
Raymond, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff is friendly aand helpful. The rooms were very nice. Parking is limited.
Renee, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome time
Lawrence, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wish they had a refrigerator in the room, but otherwise the room, property and staff were great
suellen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was extemely friendly and helpful. Room was clean and bright, Would definitely come back
Ellen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing
Katie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great experience with friendly staff and convenient amenities. Great location close to ferry and right on a beautiful beach area with plenty of space. Room was clean and maintained nicely. Will return and highly recommend.
Byron, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was great
Vernon, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had a great stay at Ballards! The view of the harbor was just stunning. We were there right before Memorial Day, so the area was still quiet. I am not sure how much that changes during the summer time; probably a lot.
Sandy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was amazing and we checked in earlier Jenny from D.R, above and beyond to welcome us!! Staff at the Resturant was so great Tee and the other server was top notch the food was so good!! You must have a Lobster Roll!! Only thing I would recommend is that guests have conditioner available however I will bring some next time!!! Highly recommend!!! Thank you for the memorable stay
Jennifer, 1-night trip