Block Island's Premiere Victorian Hotel. Located in the heart of downtown Block Island, the National Hotel features 46 rooms all with air conditioning, private baths, and televisions. The location on Block Island is ideal; directly across the street from the ferry landing and within walking distance to most of the shops, restaurants, and beaches. The hotel offers a full-service restaurant serving lunch and dinner daily with views of the Old Harbor. The backyard has been transformed with 8 firepits, food service, and nightly entertainment. There are also 6 retail shops located within the hotel. It truly is the perfect hotel for your Block Island visit.