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 November
Estimated hotel price
$186
1 night at 3-star hotel
Block Island in November
Estimated hotel price
$186
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 Sixt and Kyte, 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 Sixt and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Airlines serving Block Island

Lufthansa
Good (4,697 reviews)
KLM
Good (844 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,575 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,607 reviews)
Air France
Good (980 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,114 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,958 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,441 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,934 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (225 reviews)
Finnair
Good (863 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,173 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,719 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (834 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,593 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (4,547 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (1,357 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (766 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (771 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (486 reviews)
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Where to stay in Block Island

Average rates range from around $331 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $381 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 (8.7, 178 reviews)
$342+
Atlantic Inn
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 23 reviews)
$256+
Block Island Beach House
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 151 reviews)
$369+
Narragansett Inn
2 stars
Poor (0, 0 reviews)
$318+
The 1661 Inn
3 stars
Poor (0, 0 reviews)
$241+
Champlin's Marina And Resort
3 stars
Poor (0, 0 reviews)
$253+

Renting a car in Block Island

Expect to pay $3.90 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 $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Block Island is Standard (Ford Edge or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Nissan Rogue or similar) are, on average, 37% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay $3.90 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 $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Block Island is Standard (Ford Edge or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Nissan Rogue or similar) are, on average, 37% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.