Name: Hotel Manisses
Address: 251 Spring Street, Block Island, Block Island, Block Island, 02807, United States of America
Rating: 9

Garden

No elevators

Reception desk

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Restaurant

Breakfast/lunch to go

Meals

Free Wi-Fi

Internet

Hiking

Recreation

Free parking

Parking

Pets Not Allowed

Pets

Temperature control for staff

Personal protection equipment for staff

Extra decontamination measures

Temperature control for guests

Personal protection equipment for guests

Contactless check-in and/or check-out

Individually packaged food

Additional measures against COVID-19

Health and Safety Measures

Location

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Ballard's Beach

Surf Beach

Old Harbor

Clayhead Nature Trail

Pebbly Beach

Sachem Pond Wildlife Refuge

Fred Benson Town Beach

Crescent Beach

Mohegan Bluffs

Groton-New London Airport

Newport Airport State

Hotel Manisses

Block Island

We  came to this hotel the weekend that all ferries were stopped and everyone got stuck on the island for several days. It was a stressful experience, but the hotel and its staff were amazing. They were kind, generous, friendly, and helped everyone be as comfortable as possible during those few days. I can't commend the front desk staff enough and owners enough and will never forget how they expertly handled what was a difficult situation for many people. Re: the hotel itself, the lobby is beautiful and the rooms are spacious and very comfortable. It's in an excellent location, walking distance from many restaurants, stores, and bars. I will definitely be staying there again next time we visit Block Island!

Amazing all around!

My wife and I had a great overnight stay for our anniversary here. We were a night too late to catch the restaurant and were really excited about that but it was a fantastic room otherwise. Good value for the price and a great mini bar as well.

Fall Overnight

Stayed on the last night of the season, the restaurant at the hotel was already closed, but the room was great, staff was super helpful. Will definitely stay here again!

The staff was outstanding. Very helpful with restaurant suggestions and places to take walks. We didn’t find any orbs but we had fun trying. Hotel walking distance to ferry.  Lots of gentle walks all over the island 

Rest and relaxation- a walker dream 

Walking distance to the Main Street. Inside and outside the property was very clean.

Please make sure the front desk checks your room refrigerator upon check out!! Two days after my one night stay I noticed a charge for $6 on my credit card for a bottle of Fiji water that I never took!!
The hotel is beautiful and spa like but this has definitely soured my view of  the Manisses especially when I called and brought it to their attention and nothing was done not even an apology.
What this place charges per night is not reflected in their costumer service

Charges after check out!

This was my first visit to Block Island. I planned it six months in advance with an advance payment of 1/2 of the total charge for the week. that was almost $5000. We had a room with two queen beds, and a large patio. The bathroom had only a shower, no tub, despite the fact that it was a very large bathroom. The amenities were underwhelming. and, for the amount of time that we stayed linens were never changed. That was made, but linens not changed.

Our expectations were very high based on some recent reviews of the hotel. But the reality was different. Although the very limited staff were friendly and helpful, it did not make up for the fact that no breakfast is included in this very costly room. In addition, there was very limited tea and coffee available in the  lobby for a very limited period in the morning. Also, tea and coffee are not located in the way that you can serve yourself. So, staff is required to dispense hot water and coffee.

Even more disturbing is the fact that there is no staff after 8 PM in the evening until the morning. So no Concierge. One must let themselves in if they arrive late at night. also, because of this, there is no security.

We were in room number 3, which turned out to be noisy because it is close to the lobby desk and traffic going up and down the stairs. In addition, the air conditioning unit after several hours, would rattle and need to be turned off. Although reported to staff, this problem was not remedied. Parking is limited and should be reserved for guests that are staying at the hotel. We have had the experience of having to park in a distant parking lot because of dining guests occupying that space.

Because we spent a week here, we had the opportunity to visit other hotels. And I can say that there are better options. This hotel charges five star rates, but it only offers three star service. It is obvious that this hotel is understaffed and making a small fortune as a result of cutting corners. 

On a more positive note, the hotel is easy walking distance into town. As in the title of my review, I would suggest staying someplace else on this island that offers more.

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