Inns
Perched on a bluff overlooking Old Harbor, the Inn at Block Island offers some handsome options for your pet. Originally a circa 1900 sea captain's home, the inn has air-conditioned rooms, some with ocean views. Relax after a day of exploring on the wraparound porch. Open mid-May through October. 2009 rates (plus pet fee) are $159 to $269 per night.
Inn at Block Island
474 Old Town Road
Block Island, Rhode Island 02807
(877) 324-4667
theinnatblockisland.com
Only a short walk from the beach and the ferry landing, the Gothic Inn is a pet-friendly hotel with four pet-designated units; three are apartments with full kitchens. Built for a 19th-century sea captain and druggist, the house commands views of the surf and the activity in Old Harbor. Daily breakfast is included. Open May through mid-October, 2009 room rates are $145 to $245 per night (apartments are more).
Gothic Inn
Dodge Street
Block Island, Rhode Island 02807
(800) 944-8991
thegothicinn.com
Centrally located on Water Street overlooking Old Harbor, the Old Bakery Inn has two units that can be opened to make a suite for a small groups traveling together. One of the two-bedroom units affords water views and the other looks onto the Historic District, while both share a deck. Open May through mid-October, 2009 rates are $109 to $489 per night.
Old Bakery Inn
Water Street
Block Island, Rhode Island 02807
(800) 825-6254
blockislandreservations.com
Bed and Breakfasts
A short walk from beaches and the Old Harbor, the Island Home is a Victorian bed and breakfast overlooking the harbor and ocean. Dogs are allowed in two of the carriage house suites, which both have private decks. Open May through mid-October, 2009 rates (plus $25 pet fee) are $145 to $355 per night.
The Island Home
585 Beach Avenue
Block Island, Rhode Island 02807
(888) 261-6118
theislandhome.com
The Upstairs, less than 1 mile from downtown, allows pets in their off-season and at their discretion. A cottage with a kitchen and deck and a suite with a private deck are available. Open May through end of October, 2009 rates are $700 to $1,100 weekly for the cottage and $95 to $165 nightly for a suite.
The Upstairs
Connecticut Avenue
Block Island, Rhode Island 02807
(401) 466-2627
upstairsonbi.com
Houses and Townhouses
The historic Spring House Hotel does not allow pets but manages houses and townhouses that do. In 2009 rates are as follows: house: $3500 weekly (mid-June through Labor Day) or $600 per night; townhouse: $2,300 to $4,300 weekly or $695 per night.
Spring House Hotel
Spring Street
Block Island, Rhode Island 02807
(800) 234-9263
springhousehotel.com
