My partner has rented homes to vacation on B.I. for the last several years, and has raved about the island. This year, he stayed at a hotel for the first time, and was excited to show me the joys of the island. We booked a queen room for 5 nights at National Hotel online as it looked serene, beautiful and... more

The place is an over priced dump and the staff is rude. more

The National is a beautiful historic hotel, but I do not think it was worth $350/night. We stayed in the Governor's suite on the third floor. Although the room had a wonderful view of the Harbor & the bedroom was an ample size with a king sized bed, day bed and lower trundle bed pullout, the bathroom was small and... more

A family emergency forced me to cancel my two-night stay at The National, costing me a $300 deposit. The hotel's cancellation policy is overly harsh. Perhaps their competitors have similar policies, but that doesn't make it right. Why not issue a credit that could be used at a later date? Unless you're 100% certain that you won't have to cancel... more

This was our first trip to Block Island, but certainly not our last! It was so nice that the hotel was but a short walking distance from the ferry landing. Being located harborside on Water Street makes it so accessible to shops, restaurants, the grocery store, the post office and the library. The only drawback may have been the lack... more

My family and I stayed at the National Hotel from 7/26 to 7/30. I booked late, Saturday, but despite the lateness, the wonderful person at the desk, Jeanine, found a way to accomodate my family over that time. The front desk, the young women from England and Norwich, could not have been anymore helpful. The room came with a continental... more

7/14/09 Had great lunch on the deck. Bloody Mary, steamers, lobster salad were excellent served by Kyle - very good more

After checking around, I chose the National Hotel, which advertised an overnight special. Although the weather wasn't very good, the hotel was great! We had a beautiful corner room overlooking the water. The staff were friendly and helpful. The 3 course dinner was very good, I have a wheat food allergy and they were very accommodating. After check out they... more

Perfect weekend get-a-way after the 4th of July holiday. Pleasant staff, comfortable room, and kept with the Island charm. Best kept secret was the 1st Annual Block Party, which we are scheduling our next over night trip around. Expensive price represents the island ways. People who complain about late night noise from out front should realize the Hotel is the... more