Dining room

Reviews of The 1661 Inn

3.5 out of 5
The 1661 Inn
5 Spring Street, Block Island, RI

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 207 out of 249 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 249 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 249 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 249 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 249 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I cannot say enough positive things about this place. The staff was above and beyond anywhere else ive stayed in a long time. They genuinely care if you're having a good time and want to ensure your comforts and enjoyment! Such an incredible staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from Logan on 7 May,2024
Hi Brittany, We really appreciate your kind words! We are so fortunate to have our team and I am so happy their genuinely great personalities helped you have an enjoyable stay. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience and acknowledgement.

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, spacious room with ocean view. Wonderful attentive staff. Central location to everything happening on Block Island. Bird watch from the balcony!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Logan on 6 May,2024
Hello Steven, Thank you for choosing to stay with us and for taking the time to share your kind words! We are so happy that you enjoyed your visit to the 1661 Inn and beautiful Block Island. The spring birdwatching has been great and they have been flocking to the ponds. Have a wonderful summer and we look forward to seeing you again when your travels take you our way.

10/10 Excellent

Eunice, old saybrook

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wine at 4 and included breakfast was an unexpected plus. Staff was courteous, helpful and immediately tesponsive.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Response from Logan on 27 Apr,2024
Hello Eunice, Thank you so much for the kind words! We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. Very happy that you had a great visit to the 1661 Inn and Block Island.

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
During the off season, it's a place for quiet, rest and relaxation! If you need a moment to slow down, re-center one's self, and just enjoy nature... This is the place!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Logan on 29 Apr,2024
Hi Darren, So glad Block Island and the 1661 Inn delivered on peace and quiet. The spring really is a sweet spot for enjoying some relaxation. We appreciate you staying with us and taking the rime to share your kind words.

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Amenities
Clean and quiet, responsive staff, great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Logan on 20 Apr,2024
Hi Peter, Thank you for staying with us and for taking the time to share your kind words. We are so glad you enjoyed your visit to Block Island and hope you have a great rest of your spring!

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Logan on 15 Apr,2024
So glad you enjoyed your stay! Wonderful to be a part of your Block Island visit. Thank you for the great rating.

10/10 Excellent

MARCIA, NORWOOD

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was wonderful. The walls are a little thin i could beat my neighbor snoring and the other neighbors talking. Otherwise everything was wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from Logan on 1 Apr,2024
Hi Marcia, Thank you for choosing to stay with us and for taking the time to leave a thoughtful review. We appreciate your feedback and are so glad you enjoyed a visit to beautiful Block Island!

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Response from Logan on 1 Apr,2024
Hi Stephanie, Thank you for choosing to stay with us and for the nice rating! We are so happy you enjoyed your visit to beautiful Block Island.

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was unique, wrap around deck, close to ferry drop off, close walking distance to any restaurant or area you need to go
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from 1661 Inn on 1 Mar,2024
Hi Jeffrey, Thank you so much for the kind words and for sharing our experience at the 1661 Inn! We are so happy you had a great visit to Block Island.

10/10 Excellent

TRACI

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, room, location and service. Recommend to others -
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from 1661 Inn on 1 Mar,2024
Hi Traci, Thank you so much! We are so happy you enjoyed your visit to Block Island and appreciate you taking the time to shar your experience.

10/10 Excellent

Seth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Best Place for a Winter Getaway
The 1661 inn was a dream to stay at. I have always wanted to see block island in the winter and we finally made the trip during a freezing January weekend. I’m so glad the inn is open year round to accommodate guests. And while it was only us and one other man staying at the hotel they still offered us all the fanfare including wine and cheese and a beautiful breakfast. The room was gorgeous and the view was incredible. The sheets and towels were so soft, the room was cozy and impeccably clean. I also love that every room is different and unique in its decor! The staff was so friendly and polite. Thank you 1661 inn, we will be back :)
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Response from Logan on 26 Jan,2024
Thank you so much for staying with us and for taking the time to share your experience. We really appreciate the thoughtful words and comments. We love sharing Block Island with our guests and are so happy you enjoyed your getaway. Hope you have a wonderful rest of your winter!

10/10 Excellent

Michel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Response from Logan on 15 Jan,2024
Hi Michel, Thank you so much for leaving us the great review! We are so glad you had a nice visit to Block Island.

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Off season was gorgeous and quiet and the weather and temperature were surprisingly comfortable for hiking. The availability for shopping was nonexisting which was ok for us but there were not many dining choices open on the islandbut we enjoyed what was avaiable. They had a nice continential breakfast and wine and cheese at the inn which we enjoyed. Gluten free breakfast choices were available for choosing which was much appreciated.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Response from Logan on 13 Jan,2024
Hi Louise, Thank you so much for staying with us and for the thoughtful review! We are glad you enjoyed your Block Island visit and were able to relax. We look forward to seeing you again the next time your travels take you this way.

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and great food
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Response from Logan on 1 Mar,2024
Thank you so much! We appreciate you choosing to stay with us and your kinds words. Glad you had a great visit to Block Island.

10/10 Excellent

Terrence, West Greenwich

Travelled with family
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

8/10 Good

Glenn

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Response from Logan on 21 Nov,2023
Hi Kristine, Thank you so much for staying with us and for taking the time to share your experience! We are so happy you enjoyed Block Island and your visit to the 1661 Inn. We very much appreciate it. Hope you have a great holiday season and look forward to seeing you again next time your travels take you to Block Island.

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and well equipped, staff was friendly and informative. Location was perfect. View was unparalleled.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Response from Logan on 21 Nov,2023
Hi Alan, Thank you very much for your kind words! We appreciate you staying with us and taking the time to share your experience. We hope you have a great holiday season and we hope to see you again next time your travels take you to Block Island.

8/10 Good

Cecilia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love overlooking the water. The decks are really spacious with great views. The people working there are some of the warmest, nicest people I've ever met.The owner, Rita Draper is always checking in with residents to ask how they're enjoying their stay. Lovely people, lovely place. Nothing bad to say!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from Logan on 17 Oct,2023
Hi Cecilia,Thank you so much for staying with us and for taking the time to share your kind words; especially about our staff. They are family to us and we are so happy their genuine warmth made your stay more enjoyable. We are so glad you had a great visit and got have a great visit to Block Island.

6/10 Okay

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Property spectacular, room sub-par.
The ceiling in our room was hard to look at. It looked more like employee housing. But we love the property overall, and the bed and bedding were very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from Logan on 17 Oct,2023
Hi Bruce,So glad you found your stay comfortable and enjoyed the property. Have a great rest of your fall!

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was fantastic and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from Logan on 17 Oct,2023
Hi Timothy, Thank you for staying with us and taking the time to share your experience. We are very lucky to have our team and I am so glad they helped you enjoy your stay! So glad you had a great trip to Block Island.

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Response from Logan on 6 Oct,2023
Hi Colleen, Thank you so much! Hope you had a wonderful time on Block Island.

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Great
Response from Logan on 30 Sept,2023
Hi Melissa, Thank you for joining us at the 1661 Inn on Block Island. So glad you enjoyed your stay. We very much appreciate you taking the time to share your kind words!

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The views and breakfast buffet are both amazing!! We also loved the free wine, cheese, and crackers in the afternoon!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from Logan on 10 Sept,2023
Hi Erin, Thank you for staying with us and taking the time to share your kind words. We are so glad you enjoyed the 1661 Inn. We loved having you and look forward to your next visit to Block Island!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Two nights in Block Island
The location is perfect. Walking distance to the ferry and across the street from a small farm, which is fun to visit. The complimentary wine and cheese at 4pm is a nice way to start the evening.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from Logan on 25 Aug,2023
Hello, Thank you for staying with us at the 1661 Inn and family of properties on Block Island! We appreciate you sharing your kind words about the Farm and our Happy Hour. So glad you enjoyed your trip to Block Island. Hope you have a great rest of your summer.

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place, but slipping a bit.
Love the 1661 and visit almost every year. This year they seemed a little behind on its cleaning on a few days we were there -- but usually it's very good. Wondering if they are having staffing troubles like many places.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from Logan on 21 Aug,2023
Hi Rick, Thank you for returning to stay with us at the 1661 Inn. I am sorry you did not find your visit up to our usual standards. Apologies for any time the cleaners came later than they should. We will try to improve upon that and appreciate the thoughtful feedback. Hope you enjoyed Block Island visit overall and that you have a great rest of your summer!

10/10 Excellent

Scott A, Warwick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from Logan on 21 Aug,2023
Hi Scott, Thanks for the great review! So glad you enjoyed Block Island. Have a great rest of your summer.

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The inn was everything we expected it to be.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from Logan on 6 Aug,2023
Hi Peter, Thank you so much for sharing your kind words! We are glad you enjoyed your visit to the 1661 Inn and Block Island. Have a wonderful rest of your summer and we hope to see you again next time your travels take you this way.

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice views of the water. I can’t say enought about how accommodating the staff was during our visit. The property was exactly what we were looking for!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from Logan on 5 Aug,2023
Hi Tim, Thank you so much for visiting with us and for taking the time to share your kind words! So glad you had a wonderful trip to Block Island. We very much appreciate your acknowledgement of our staff; they are family to us, and we are so glad you felt their warm welcome. Have a great rest of your summer and we hope to see you again next time your travels take you to Block Island.

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Response from Logan on 4 Aug,2023
Thank you Linda! We are so happy you had a wonderful vacation and very much appreciate you sharing your experience. Have a great rest of the summer.

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Response from Logan on 4 Aug,2023
Hi Linda,Thank you for visiting with us and sharing your experience. We are so glad you enjoyed your visit to Block Island!

8/10 Good

Moses

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from Logan on 4 Aug,2023
Hi Moses, Thank you for staying with us at the 1661 Inn and family of properties. We hope you enjoyed your visit to Block Island!

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Response from Logan on 23 Jul,2023
Hi Daniel, Thank you for staying with us at on Block Island! So glad you enjoyed your visit. Have a great rest of your summer!

2/10 Terrible

Janine

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from Logan on 23 Jul,2023
Hi William,So glad you enjoyed Block Island! Hope you have a wonderful rest of your summer; and we will see you again next time your travels take you our way.

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The owner must hand pick the staff to be as nice and accommodating as herself. Everything was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from Logan on 10 Jul,2023
Hi Jack, Thank you for staying with us and for taking the time to share your experience. We especially appreciate your kind words about our staff. We do our best to hire for people who are genuinely warm and welcoming; and I am glad that was felt during your visit! Have a wonderful rest of your summer and we look forward to seeing you next time you are on Island.

10/10 Excellent

STEPHEN

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I’ve been coming to Block Island for over 40 years and this was the first time I stayed here. I must say this is one of the best places to stay bar none ! I had met the proprietor and she was warm,friendly and gracious ! I’ve never experienced that on this island.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from Rita on 7 Jul,2023
Hi Stephen, Thank you so much for staying with us and taking the time to share your kind words! We are so glad you had a great experience and that it added to your Block Island tradition. It was wonderful to have met you and we hope you have a great rest of the summer. We look forward to welcoming you back on your next trip.

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Response from Logan on 4 Aug,2023
Thanks John, Hope you had a wonderful visit to Block Island!

10/10 Excellent

Damian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Big thanks to Rita and her fantastic team for their warm welcome and excellent service at this amazing place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Response from Logan on 2 Jul,2023
Hi Damian,Thank you so much for your kind words! So glad you enjoyed your stay and your visit to Block Island.

10/10 Excellent

tal

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Response from Logan on 2 Jul,2023
Hi Tal,Thanks for the great rating! We are so happy your enjoyed your visit with us and to Block Island.

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Response from Logan on 3 Jul,2023
Hi Tracy, Thank you for the great review! We are so glad you enjoyed your visit to Block Island.

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Such a gorgeous view, friendly staff from once you get in, to the cleaning staff to the restaurant staff everyone is super nice
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Response from Logan on 2 Jul,2023
Hi Sharon, So glad you enjoyed your visit to Block Island and the 1661 Inn! We very much appreciate your kind words about our staff. Have a great summer and we look forward to seeing you next time your travels take you to Block Island.

10/10 Excellent

CHARLES

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Best breakfast on the strip!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Response from Logan on 2 Jul,2023
Hi Charles,Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review! So glad you enjoyed our 1661 Inn champagne breakfast. We look forward to seeing you again on Block Island.

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Response from Logan on 3 Jul,2023
Hi Matthew, Thank you for your great rating! So glad you enjoyed your visit to Block Island!

10/10 Excellent

claudia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very special to have a wonderful free zoo across the street. Our room was a bit tiny. The private little deck was very nice. All in all, charming and relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from Andrew on 10 May,2023
Thank you for going to see our animals, they love visitors! We're happy you enjoyed your trip to Block Island and look forward to your next visit!

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous views, comfy rooms, great (complimentary!) breakfast and happy hour, super helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from Andrew on 9 May,2023
Thank you for the nice review. We're glad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to your next visit!

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly and accommodating staff. Great location. Beautiful room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Response from Andrew on 9 May,2023
Thank you for the review. We're glad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to your next visit!

2/10 Terrible

Andrea

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a great time we had on our short stay here! The staff were so friendly and helpful, the grounds, the nearby affiliated hobby farm, the room and the wine and cheese happy hour and delicious (more than a) continental breakfast were all amazing and make us plan to return!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Response from Andrew on 1 May,2023
Thank you for the wonderful review! We're really glad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to your next visit!

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023