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The 1661 Inn

3.5 star property
The garden offers a peaceful retreat while the bar provides a cozy spot to unwind. Multilingual staff members help travelers plan their next Block Island adventure.

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Located near Mohegan Bluffs, The 1661 Inn combines charm with convenience. Travelers love the garden setting, on-site restaurant, and lobby coffee service. The property offers laundry facilities and in-room WiFi. Guests particularly value the helpful, attentive staff.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
The current price is AED 697
AED 868 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Apr - 6 Apr

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Rathbone Room in The 1661 Inn

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deering Room in The 1661 Inn Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Barker Room in The 1661 Inn, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Alcock Room at The 1661 Inn, Balcony

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Staples Room in The 1661 Inn

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Judd Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom (at The Guest House)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Simon Ray Room in The 1661 Inn

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Edwards Room in The 1661 Inn

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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Mott Room at Guest House, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Tosh Room, 1 King Bed & Pullout Sofa Bed

  • Partial ocean view
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Clark Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom (at The Guest House)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Billings Room, Shared Bath in Guest House (at The Guest House)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Sands Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom (at The Guest House)

  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Terry Room, Shared Bath at Guest House (at The Guest House

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Dodge Room, Queen Bed at Guest House

  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Ackurs Room in The 1661 Inn

  • Ocean view
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Littlefield Room in Guest House

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Ball Room in Guest House

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Sprague Room in Guest House

  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Cassius Room in Nicholas Ball Cottage

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Colfax Room in Nicholas Ball Cottage

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Nicholas Room in Nicholas Ball Cottage

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Adrian Room in Mitchell Cottage

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Arthur Room in Mitchell Cottage

  • Ocean view
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Farm & Gardens Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Farm & Gardens Cottage

  • Garden view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1661 Farm & Gardens Suite 1

  • Garden view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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1661 Farm & Gardens Suite 2 | Private kitchen | Fridge, coffee/tea maker

1661 Farm & Gardens Suite 2

  • Garden view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Bed

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1661 Farm & Gardens Suite 3

  • Partial ocean view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Block Island, The 1661 Inn is near the beach. Settler's Rock and North Lighthouse are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Ballard's Beach and Mohegan Bluffs. Crescent Beach and Great Salt Pond are two other places to visit that come recommended. Enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and ecotours, or hop on a moped rental nearby and explore all the area has to offer. Visit our Block Island travel guide
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Map
5 Spring Street, Block Island, RI, 02807

What's nearby

  • Block Island, 4th of July, sunset
    Old Harbor
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • The best spot on Block Island, RI for a dining experience and the view.
    Great Salt Pond
    2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Ballard's Beach
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Pebbly Beach
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Block Island Historical Society Museum
    9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Block Island, RI (BID-Block Island State)
    9 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Oar
    3 min drive
  • Poor People's Pub
    12 min walk
  • Aldo's Bakery
    6 min walk
  • Ballard's Inn
    6 min walk
  • The National Hotel
    8 min walk

About this property

The 1661 Inn

Inn near Ballard's Beach
Located close to Mohegan Bluffs and Crescent Beach, The 1661 Inn provides a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. Treat yourself to a sports massage at Calm Company-Summer Hours Only, the onsite spa. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and a restaurant.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), bicycle tour information, and smoke-free premises
  • Multilingual staff, coffee/tea in the lobby, and bicycle parking
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as premium bedding, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 15 for adults and USD 8 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours
  • Full-service spa
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 buildings
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 2:00 AM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 20 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 15 for adults and USD 8 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

1661 Inn Block Island
1661 Inn
1661 Block Island
1661
The 1661 Inn Inn
The 1661 Inn Block Island
The 1661 Inn Inn Block Island

Frequently asked questions

Is The 1661 Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The 1661 Inn?

As of 17 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The 1661 Inn on 5 April 2026 start from AED 697, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The 1661 Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The 1661 Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The 1661 Inn located?

Situated near the beach, this spa inn is within 2 mi (3 km) of Ballard's Beach, Mohegan Bluffs, and Crescent Beach. Great Salt Pond and Rodman's Hollow are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

The 1661 Inn Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 315 out of 371 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 371 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 371 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 371 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 371 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The brunch was phenomenal! I loved seeing the kangaroos, llamas, polish chickens, tortoise... everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great time!

The staff was so nice and helpful, the grounds were beautiful and the room was lovely. Will absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and friendly staff. Many activities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super nice place to stay. I would certainly come back here again. Employees are awesome!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the property so much! It had a beautiful waterfront view and lovely landscaping-made our stay very enjoyable and relaxing. The staff were extremely helpful as well.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are very accommodating, kind, and attentive. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff lead by Rita are excellent! The place has top notch management by one of the nicest people on the island! We were very happy to stay there and I look forward to staying there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely view of the ocean - wonderful breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful spot! Ocean views and breezes. Happy hour with nibbles was awesome and the breakfast for $15 is the best deal on the island.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quick escape

Incredible property with amazing views. Room was spectacular.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views- wine/ nibble hour was very nice .
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property and location is perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
beautiful views
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becky L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best place on Block Island

It is a beautiful place and the staff here is awesome.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property in a great location. Quiet spot with great views, close to the action of downtown and beaches.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property is so incredible. The staff is great and always helpful. We went for 4th of July weekend and had an awesome time with all of our kids!! It is perfect for walking to the downtown and when you are in need of a break from the busy downtown it is a perfect walk and quiet and peaceful. It is like you are in a completely different place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Gregg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and friendly staff. Short stay but very nice facility
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, great service
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed with two other couples and it was excellent! The best place to stay on the block. Staff was amazing and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Amenities
Clean and quiet, responsive staff, great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was fantastic and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Albert

A staple on Block Island. Family owned for many many years They continue to provide an excellent experience. Return yearly for our anniversary. 44 years !
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent spot for a weekend away. Everyone was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023