Travelers breathe in the refreshing sea air while relaxing at this oceanfront retreat, where a hearty breakfast buffet and spa treatments await each day
Payne's Harbor View Inn offers a peaceful ocean escape. Enjoy a breakfast buffet, garden, spa services, sunny terrace, and WiFi in common areas. Guests appreciate practical touches like luggage storage and daily housekeeping for an effortless stay.
Located in Block Island, Payne's Harbor View Inn is in the historical district and on the waterfront. Southeast Light House and Lewis-Dickens Farm are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Clayhead Nature Trail and Old Harbor. Discover the area's water adventures with parasailing and motor boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and horse riding. Visit our Block Island travel guide
You can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and a garden at Payne's Harbor View Inn. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
Additional perks include:
Free self parking
Express check-out, luggage storage, and beach towels
Outdoor furniture, an elevator, and tour/ticket assistance
Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Coffee and tea in common areas
Things to do
Bicycle tours
Kayaking
Conveniences
Guidebooks
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator
Water dispenser
Guest services
Concierge services
Housekeeping (on request)
Tour and ticket assistance
Wedding services
Outdoors
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Garden
On the waterfront
Outdoor furniture
Terrace
Spa
Massage
Spa services
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
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3 floors
Banquet hall
Built in 2001
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Reception hall
Victorian architecture
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
24-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels
Food and drink
Restaurant dining guides
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Ceiling fan
Heating (climate-controlled)
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board
Portable fan
Window screens
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10:30 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 2 weeks before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Renovations and closures
The property is closed between November 01 and May 23.
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children 11 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 11 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 50.0 per night
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Air conditioning fee: USD 25 per night
Rollaway bed fee: USD 50.0 per night
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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
We should mention
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children 11 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Property is also known as
Payne's Harbor View Inn Block Island
Payne's Harbor View Block Island
Payne's Harbor View
Payne's Harbor View Block
Payne's Harbor View Inn Block Island
Payne's Harbor View Inn Bed & breakfast
Payne's Harbor View Inn Bed & breakfast Block Island
Frequently asked questions
Is Payne's Harbor View Inn pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Payne's Harbor View Inn?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM.
What time is check-out at Payne's Harbor View Inn?
Check-out is at 10:30 AM.
Where is Payne's Harbor View Inn located?
Situated on the waterfront, this bed & breakfast is within a 10-minute walk of Great Salt Pond and Baby Beach. Sachem Pond Wildlife Refuge and Block Island Historical Society Museum are also within 15 minutes.
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Reviews
Payne's Harbor View Inn Reviews
10
Exceptional
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The Payne family go out of their way to make your vacation the absolute best it can be! The property, views, and, yes, the donuts are all outrageous!!!
Payne Harbor View is a lovely place to stay. The innkeeper Carmen was so nice and friendly, breakfast was delicious. The room was very spacious, clean, beautiful antiques throughout the home. I really enjoyed my stay here.
Charming old B&B with lovely harbor views. Breakfast is 5 star featuring famous Payne Killer Donuts.
Sandy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Anthony
Sep 20, 2025
This is our second year in a row staying in room 9. Very spacious and comfortable. A little noisy with some work going on but overall a nice place to stay. The Paynes Killer Donuts are excellent.
Very well kept and classic building with beautiful water views and ocean breeze. Spacious common areas and deck for relaxing and enjoying the sunsets. Clean rooms and responsive staff.
This location was ideal half way between our ferry and town. The breakfast was enough to hold us till lunch. The snacks either donuts or cookies left out was a nice treat.
I love the quietness of the area and the options for a view of the new harbor and sunset of the inn. Great place to grab breakfast and sit on the porch with coffee in the morning.
Dianne
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ellen
Sep 7, 2024
Gorgeous view. Clean, friendly. Would stay here again!
The property owner was amazing--texted me places to have dinner, advised me not to worry about a car on the island (very good advice!), and coordinated everything seemlessly for my late check-in. Wonderful support and a calm and beautiful spot. Thank you so much!