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National Hotel

One Historic Water Street
Rated 9.1 in 68 reviews

The National Hotel in New Shoreham, United States, offers a charming coastal retreat on the picturesque Block Island. This boutique hotel captures the quaint essence of the island with its historic architecture and serene ocean views. Nestled conveniently close to the ferry landing, the National Hotel provides easy access for travelers exploring the island.

Upon entering the National Hotel, guests are greeted with a warm and inviting atmosphere that blends classic New England charm with contemporary comforts. Each guest room is thoughtfully designed, showcasing traditional decor with modern amenities to ensure a comfortable stay. Many rooms offer stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean or the bustling harbor, enhancing the overall experience.

The hotel's on-site dining options further enhance its appeal, featuring a restaurant that serves a range of fresh, locally-sourced seafood and classic American dishes. With an emphasis on high-quality ingredients and beautifully crafted meals, dining at the National Hotel is a memorable experience that reflects the rich culinary heritage of the region.

Additionally, the National Hotel's location is perfect for guests looking to explore Block Island's many attractions. From hiking and biking trails to beaches and unique shopping spots, the area offers a wealth of activities that cater to a variety of interests. The friendly and attentive staff at the National Hotel are always on hand to provide recommendations and assist with planning excursions, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable stay for all guests.

Overall, the National Hotel stands out as a distinctive and welcoming destination, perfectly suited for those seeking a peaceful coastal getaway with a touch of historic elegance.

 Golf courses < 50 km

Climate and Weather

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Block Island Historical Society
Block Island Historical Society
Historical society in Rhode Island, United States
320m / 350yd
Pebbly Beach
0.9km / 0.57mi
Ballards Beach
Beach in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States
310m / 340yd
Block Island State Beach
Beach in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States
0.9km / 0.53mi
Scotch Beach
Beach in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States
1.9km / 1.2mi
Crescent Beach
1.6km / 0.97mi
Mohegan Bluffs
Mohegan Bluffs
Cliff in United States of America
1.6km / 0.98mi
Veterans Park
Park in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States of America
1.7km / 1.1mi
Block Island Southeast Light
Block Island Southeast Light
Lighthouse in Rhode Island, United States
2.2km / 1.4mi
Mansion Beach
Beach in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States
2.7km / 1.7mi
Monhegan Bluffs Beach
Beach in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States
2.4km / 1.5mi
Vaills Beach
Beach in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States
2.8km / 1.7mi
North Ligth Beach
Beach in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States
5.7km / 3.6mi
West Beach
5.2km / 3.2mi
Point Judith Light
Point Judith Light
Lighthouse in Rhode Island, United States
21.9km / 13.6mi
East Beach State Beach
State beach in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States
21.7km / 13.5mi
Sam Ferretti Blue Shutters Town Beach
Beach in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States
21.9km / 13.6mi
Roy Carpenters Beach
Beach in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States
21.9km / 13.6mi
Scarborough Beach
Scarborough Beach
State beach in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States
24km / 14.9mi
Salty Brine State Beach
Salty Brine State Beach
State beach in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States
22.8km / 14.1mi
East Matunuck State Beach
East Matunuck State Beach
State beach in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States
22.6km / 14.1mi
Weekapaug Inn Beach
Beach in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States
22.1km / 13.7mi
Fishermen's Memorial State Park
Fishermen's Memorial State Park
State park in Washington County, Rhode Island
23.5km / 14.6mi
Matunuck Beach
Beach in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States
22.3km / 13.9mi
Ninigret Beach
Beach in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States
24km / 14.9mi
Westerly Town Beach
Beach in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States
24.7km / 15.4mi
Burlingame State Park Beach
Beach in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States
25.9km / 16.1mi
Fenway Beach
Beach in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States
24.2km / 15mi
Dunes Park Beach
Beach in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States
24.3km / 15.1mi
Seaside Beach Club Beach
Beach in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States
24.5km / 15.3mi
Montauk Point Light
Montauk Point Light
Lighthouse in New York, United States
27.5km / 17.1mi
Misquamicut State Beach
Misquamicut State Beach
State beach in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States
26km / 16.2mi
Misquamicut Fire District Beach
Beach in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States
26.6km / 16.6mi
Watch Hill Light
Watch Hill Light
Lighthouse in Rhode Island, United States
29km / 18.1mi
Earlscourt Historic District
Earlscourt Historic District
Historic district in Rhode Island, United States
28.8km / 17.9mi
St. Thomas More Parish
29.4km / 18.3mi
Watch Hill Beach Association Beach
Beach in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States
29.3km / 18.2mi
Watch Hill Historic District
Park in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States of America
28km / 17.4mi

What to do in New Shoreham and near National Hotel

Block Island Historical Society
Block Island Historical Society
Historical society in Rhode Island, United States
320m / 350yd
Pebbly Beach
0.9km / 0.57mi
Ballards Beach
Beach in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States
310m / 340yd
Block Island State Beach
Beach in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States
0.9km / 0.53mi
Scotch Beach
Beach in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States
1.9km / 1.2mi
Crescent Beach
1.6km / 0.97mi
Mohegan Bluffs
Mohegan Bluffs
Cliff in United States of America
1.6km / 0.98mi
Veterans Park
Park in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States of America
1.7km / 1.1mi
Block Island Southeast Light
Block Island Southeast Light
Lighthouse in Rhode Island, United States
2.2km / 1.4mi
Mansion Beach
Beach in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States
2.7km / 1.7mi
Monhegan Bluffs Beach
Beach in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States
2.4km / 1.5mi
Vaills Beach
Beach in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States
2.8km / 1.7mi
North Ligth Beach
Beach in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States
5.7km / 3.6mi
West Beach
5.2km / 3.2mi
Point Judith Light
Point Judith Light
Lighthouse in Rhode Island, United States
21.9km / 13.6mi
East Beach State Beach
State beach in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States
21.7km / 13.5mi
Sam Ferretti Blue Shutters Town Beach
Beach in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States
21.9km / 13.6mi
Roy Carpenters Beach
Beach in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States
21.9km / 13.6mi
Scarborough Beach
Scarborough Beach
State beach in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States
24km / 14.9mi
Salty Brine State Beach
Salty Brine State Beach
State beach in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States
22.8km / 14.1mi
East Matunuck State Beach
East Matunuck State Beach
State beach in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States
22.6km / 14.1mi
Weekapaug Inn Beach
Beach in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States
22.1km / 13.7mi
Fishermen's Memorial State Park
Fishermen's Memorial State Park
State park in Washington County, Rhode Island
23.5km / 14.6mi
Matunuck Beach
Beach in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States
22.3km / 13.9mi
Ninigret Beach
Beach in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States
24km / 14.9mi
Westerly Town Beach
Beach in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States
24.7km / 15.4mi
Burlingame State Park Beach
Beach in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States
25.9km / 16.1mi
Fenway Beach
Beach in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States
24.2km / 15mi
Dunes Park Beach
Beach in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States
24.3km / 15.1mi
Seaside Beach Club Beach
Beach in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States
24.5km / 15.3mi

Golf courses

Weekapaug Golf Club
Weekapaug Golf Club
25.6km / 15.9mi
Winnapaug Country Club
Winnapaug Country Club
26.4km / 16.4mi
Point Judith Country Club
Point Judith Country Club
26.7km / 16.6mi
Wood River Golf
Wood River Golf
18, par 69
33.2km / 20.7mi
Fishers Island Club
Fishers Island Club
Country Club in New York
33.6km / 20.9mi
Montauk Downs
Montauk Downs
34.3km / 21.3mi
Elmridge Golf Course
Elmridge Golf Course
9 / 9 / 9, par 35 / 36 / 36
34.7km / 21.6mi
Laurel Lane Country Club
Laurel Lane Country Club
18, par 70
34.9km / 21.7mi
Richmond Country Club
Richmond Country Club
35.1km / 21.8mi
Newport Country Club
Newport Country Club
Historic private golf club in the northeastern United States
35.5km / 22mi
Beaver River Golf Club
Beaver River Golf Club
18, par 70
36km / 22.4mi
Meadow Brook
Meadow Brook
36.2km / 22.5mi
The Preserve Golf Course
The Preserve Golf Course
18, par 54
36.5km / 22.7mi
Stonington Country Club
Stonington Country Club
36.9km / 22.9mi
Pequot Golf Club
Pequot Golf Club
37.2km / 23.1mi
Fenner Hill Country Club
Fenner Hill Country Club
37.8km / 23.5mi
Hay Harbor Club
Hay Harbor Club
39km / 24.3mi
Jamestown Golf Course
Jamestown Golf Course
9, par 36
39.7km / 24.6mi
Exeter Country Club
Exeter Country Club
18, par 72
43.8km / 27.2mi
Sakonnet Golf Club
Sakonnet Golf Club
18, par 70
45km / 27.9mi

About New Shoreham

New Shoreham, located on Block Island, offers a range of activities that highlight its natural beauty and charming atmosphere. One of the best things to do is explore the beaches, such as Crescent Beach and Scotch Beach, which provide opportunities for sunbathing, swimming, and beachcombing. The island's hiking trails are also a popular attraction, with paths leading to scenic vistas, including the iconic Mohegan Bluffs, where visitors can enjoy stunning ocean views.

For those interested in history and culture, a visit to the Block Island Historical Society can provide insight into the island's past. The society features exhibits and artifacts that tell the story of the island's development over the years. Additionally, exploring the lighthouses, such as the Southeast Lighthouse and the North Lighthouse, adds a unique historical dimension to a trip, offering picturesque views and opportunities for photography.

Another enjoyable activity is renting a bike or moped to navigate the island's quaint roads and discover its hidden gems at a leisurely pace. This allows for convenient access to local shops and restaurants, where you can sample fresh seafood and other regional dishes.

For a more relaxed experience, taking a ferry ride around the island can provide a different perspective of its coastline and wildlife. Watching for seals or birds during the ride can be a peaceful way to appreciate the natural environment.

In summary, New Shoreham offers a blend of outdoor activities, historical exploration, and local dining experiences, making it a worthwhile destination for visitors looking to enjoy both relaxation and adventure.




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