Its a block island staple for sure…read more Located right off the ferry landing you cant miss it. I only ate at the restaurant and didnt use any of the other facilities so will only comment on the restaurant portion. Its got pretty standard beach eats. Menu is pretty extensive. I ended up ordering the lobster roll. It was just okay. The bread just didnt do it for me. Many people in my group commented that the food was a bit salty. Service was great though. My main gripe was the weak drinks. You feel like you are somewhere in the Caribbean when you are on this resort but the weak slushy drinks were the buzz kill. Oh wait a minute. No buzz kill to be had because I never got buzzed to begin with. Probably best to stick with drinks thst you know have an exact amount of alcohol. Have a good time everybody.

When most people hear of Ballard's Beach Resort, they associate it with getting off the ferry and…read moreday drinking out of pineapples on the beach. You can't beat the lively music, crazy waves, and stunning views. Sadly, if you're not staying overnight on the island, then you probably would not know that they offer an amazing dinner nightly from 7 to 10 PM that is worth way more than they're charging. I ordered the filet special for $19 which included filet mignon, fingerling, potatoes, and asparagus. While the portion size didn't allow for leftovers, it was plenty to fill me up after a day of walking around and beaching it. When our server Diana came over to the table to take our order, I explained my allergies. She wrote everything down and personally spoke to the bartender and the chef who were both willing to accommodate my needs. I love a good dirty martini, but because of my allergy to red peppers, I often cannot have a dirty martini at restaurants because the olive juice has had olives with pimentos in them or the olives have been placed with cherries which I'm also allergic to. Diana went above and on by securing a jar of green olives that did not have pimentos and had the bartender make my drinks using that. Talk about exceptional service! When the food was brought out, Shawn, the manager, personally came over to see to it that I was all set. he conversed easily with my husband and me and had us smiling and laughing in no time. That's a rare gift! Ballards is very lucky to have him as a manager representing their establishment. If you're looking for something other than filet mignon, you'll be happy to know that they also offer a lobster special from 7 to 10 PM that is $20. We saw quite a few plates go by, and let me just tell you they were the biggest lobsters I've ever seen!!! My husband and I will be back for sure. He loved his gluten free Mac and cheese with lobster, and I loved my filet! The sunset dinner deals will have us and our friends coming back. This genius deal, stunning view, delicious food, and exceptional service have turned us into new customers!

A beach in name only. Its really just a bunch of rocks and a small slither of beach. Right near…read morethe landing, its a nice little spot, but a spot to watch from the top of the stairs and not to venture down to the wet unsafe rocks.

Its a beautiful stop! Its not an whole giant "beach" but definitely a neat place to stop, drink…read moreyour coffee and collect some rocks!

A nice place with a…read morebad name It certainly doesn't have the most attractive name but it is a lovely place. Whenever we bike down to North Lighthouse at the tip of Corn Neck Road we stop here for a little break to see the Great Salt Pond. There is a parking lot by the boardwalk that holds a dozen or so cars and it's seldom filled. Most of the area is salt marsh so you have to pretty much stay on the boardwalk until you get to the beach. then you can walk along the beach or just take in the great views of the salt pond. The area is frequented by large numbers of different wildfowl so it's a good spot for birdwatching. Unfortunately there is some validity to the name. There are mosquitoes. and ticks and biting files, so bring strong bug repellent if you plan on spending any time here.

This is a cute little spot to bring young children since they can walk right into the water. It…read moresits on Great Salt Pond so there aren't any big waves and the water is warmer and calm. We also noticed paddle boarders and kayakers entering the bay from this spot so that was fun for my 20 month old godson to watch.

Sea dog picked us up from our wedding in Lloyd Harbor. They were a breeze to book with and helped…read moreto make my wedding day so special. Captain Burt and his wife were so accommodating and helpful getting us on and off the boat even in some rough seas. The boat in the excellent condition and made for a fairy tail send off with string lights and all!

From the owner: Sea Dog Cruising specializes in private charters up to six guests. We offer sightseeing tours of…read moresome of the most breathtaking natural and manmade sites. Experience the bluffs & lighthouses of Block Island. Secluded inlets, coves and beaches along the shore still offer vistas unspoiled by modern development, and the stately mansions and estates along the water give the region its nickname, "The Gold Coast". We also offer majestic tours of the Connecticut Coast Line. From photo shoots, to intimate gatherings, from special occasions to burials at sea, our dedicated crew ensures your charter will be an experience you won't soon forget.

The Hygeia House has many things going for it. The location is great, close to town, but not in…read moretown, walking distance to the New Harbor, up on a hill where it receives a refreshing sea breeze, comfortable, relatively spacious rooms for the period in which the house was built, and reasonable prices including several "shoulder" season discounts not offered at other island B&Bs. In my opinion, its best feature may be the inn keeper, Lisa Starr, who is a former state poet laureate, a vibrant and entertaining host. I'm not giving it 5 stars, because Lisa saves her creativity for her poems, not her breakfasts, which consist of bagels, muffins, fruit and cereal, nothing to write home about.

One of the few inns we could find to stay in off season…read more.. Pro's -on the cheaper side for island prices $85 -friendly staff -free continental breakfast (doesn't matter if it's just muffins/toast and juice and coffee. It's free and for the price of the room which was 85$ seemed like a good deal).The only other place on the island off season open for breakfast was the grocery store so i was happy for these tasty treats in the am to start my day -Free wi-fi -a nice shared living room with smallish tv is you wish to check out the news. Also a closet with games if its raining and you're out of things to do - nice outside space to sit and enjoy the quiet of the island away from the main city -clean rooms with private bathrooms -felt like staying at your grandma's house :D -Use of a shared fridge to store drinks etc -beach access is about a 5 min walk down the road. The inn itself is about a 15-20 mins walk from the ferry/town. Cons -only one pillow per person which is old and THIN and barely a pillow. By the time we returned back to sleep we couldn't find the lady who helps to run the place to ask for another pillow each so we both kinda had a horrible sleep. The bed was also hard , old and squeaky. Would be have been an okay-ish sleep with better pillows -The bathrooms, while private, all have doors that are accessed from the hallway. Our hallway bathroom door didn't lock and the wood wrapped which means we didn't even bother locking our door as anyone could gain access into our room from the bathroom door. We mentioned this to inn keeper and all we got was a blank stare and an assurance that the Inn was safe and our stuff was safe. We left nothing but clothes in the room so we weren't overly worried but still seems a bit like they are setting themselves up for problems. Not everyone can be trusted. -the house is lit up at night but the road access can be a bit tricky d/t the lack of road side lighting. I actually fell trying to traverse the area at night. Bring a flashlight. if you will be out after dark. We plan on returning to BI this season and would consider staying here again tho....so all in all a nice place to stay

In Block Island about a 15 minute walk for coffee or a meal. I suggest bringing your car, call…read moreweeks in advance to reserve. We went in October Columbus Day, pretty much the last weekend before most restaurants close for the season. We stayed in a studio, it was nice and clean, had a complete kitchen. Pool was open and heated, we enjoyed the indoor pool table. Only downside is this is a timeshare, we just rented for the weekend, we not owners. The front desk is only staffed during normal business hours. We took a late ferry, so check-in and getting keys was complicated.

Full disclosure: I've been a timeshare owner for 20 years. If you go into the Neptune House with…read moreexpectations beyond "basic beach cottage" you'll be disappointed. We spend 90% outside the unit, enjoying Block Island beach/restaurants / etc. For the 10% that is spent sleeping and eating at Neptune House, we're pleased with Unit 10. We love the new pool and cornhole area, the building does continue to improve. Also - Samantha the property manager is the BEST!

We have veen using Beach Real Estate to rent a vacation house on Block Island for over 10 years…read more They are extremely professional, proactive and easy to work with. Recently, we also worked with Mary Stover as our real estate agent for a real estate transaction. Highly recommended!

Beach Real Estate is the most accommodating Real Estate office on the Island. Beautiful houses and…read moreall very clean! I'd highly recommend renting from these ladies. Mary and Nancy are very knowledgable about the Island which is helpful if you are new to Block Island. I'm looking forward to my yearly summer trip and a warm welcome from Mary and Nancy as always! I hope you enjoy your stay as much as I did!

I love this beach. The water is clear. The sand isn't too rocky or filled with shells. The people…read moreare very kind and conversational

An adventure on Clay Head Trail was the perfect mid-afternoon side quest to get out of the main…read moredrag & enjoy the unique beauty of Block Island. The parking lot at the trailhead is located down a dirt road off which can be a bit treacherous for two wheeled devices, so proceed with caution. It was a dry day when we visited, but I still noticed the remains of squishy spots. I would recommend some sturdy shoes for damper days, unless you don't mind getting your feet a little mucky. The walk to the beach is easy, quick, & gorgeous with lucious nature on all sides. The rocks on the beach are remarkable & well worth taking note of. So many unique shapes & colors. I spotted some of the roundest rocks I've ever seen in my life - Perfect egg shapes & disc shapes. Continuing back on the main path will lead you through a surreal field of rippling, golden, tall grass & to a vantage point where the bluffs are visible. Take caution! Erosion is real & so is the danger of tumbling down the bluffs. Give the edge more space than you might give a super solid cliff. Lastly but certainly not least - L.N.T. Leave No Trace! Protect this beautiful nature sanctuary & the rugged beauty of Block Island.

My friends and I hiked this 3.5 mile picturesque trail along the bluffs on the east side of the…read moreisland, winding its uphill and downhill at various points. The trail was a bit overgrown which is a shame. One of my friends had a branch that accidentally hit her in the face, and my other friend lost her footing at one point. Although there were signs along the edge, warning hikers to not get too close because of the dangerous erosion, I could see kids testing that theory. At the midpoint, the trail features a unique tree and views of the ocean where you can easily see the wind farms and ferry. I'd give it 5 stars if the trail was better groomed.