Champlin’s Resort & Marina is located on the Great Salt Pond (New Harbor) on Block Island, Rhode Island - an iconic waterfront setting known for boating, sunsets, and easy access to island dining, beaches, and activities. Staying on the Pond puts you right in the center of Block Island’s marina culture while still being a short ride from Old Harbor.

Hotel check-in is 4:00 PM and check-out is 11:00 AM. If you arrive early, you can store luggage and start enjoying the property, and late check-out may be available for a fee based on availability. For marina guests, slips are typically ready by 4:00 PM, and the dock office hours and early/late arrival guidelines vary by time of day and availability.

Guests must be at least 18 years old to check in.

Yes. A daily resort fee of $33 + tax applies to hotel guests only. The fee supports on-property amenities and services designed to enhance the guest experience during your Block Island stay.

Cancellation policies vary by lodging vs. dockage. For hotel reservations, cancellations 15+ days before arrival receive a refund minus a fee, while cancellations within 14 days forfeit the full deposit. For marina reservations, cancellations 7+ days prior incur a fee, and cancellations within 7 days forfeit the full deposit, with exceptions noted for certain weather advisories and major travel disruptions.

For hotel stays, deposits depend on length of stay: multi-night reservations require 50% at booking, single-night reservations require full payment at booking, and remaining balances are charged on arrival day. For marina reservations, a one-night deposit is required at the time of booking.

Yes. Minimum stay requirements vary by season and room type, and typically range from two to four nights. If you’re planning a short Block Island getaway, shorter stays may be available in select periods - especially shoulder season - so it’s worth inquiring when booking.

Yes - children are welcome at Champlin’s! For everyone’s safety and comfort, children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult while on property, which helps keep shared spaces enjoyable for all guests.

Additional guests (ages 5 and older) are charged $35 per night beyond base occupancy. Cots aren’t provided, but twin air mattresses are permitted when space allows (sheets are provided), and Pack & Plays are available upon request (no full-size cribs).

Pets are welcome for a $65/night per pet fee (maximum 2 pets). Pets must be registered, leashed on property, and follow resort guidelines; a cleaning fee may apply if accidents occur in rooms, and exotic animals are not permitted.

Guest rooms are non-smoking, and smoking is also prohibited on the fuel dock and in food service areas. Violations may result in a $250 cleaning fee, helping maintain a clean, comfortable environment for all guests.

Quiet hours are observed from 11:00 PM to 8:00 AM. This policy is especially important at a waterfront resort where guests may be relaxing after travel, boating, or a day exploring Block Island.

Yes. Guests may enjoy their own food and beverages in rooms, on decks, on boats, or in designated grill areas. In other resort areas, food and drinks must be purchased through on-property outlets to support safe and consistent service standards.

Yes. Hotel guests can request ice buckets, and both marina guests and hotel guests who want to fill coolers can purchase ice at the dock office - an easy convenience for beach days, boating days, and sunset picnics on Block Island.