Step into yesteryear with a stay at The 1661 Inn & Hotel Manisses. We offer a warm and hospitable welcome to our resort. Each room is furnished with antiques and Early American paintings.

Many rooms offer a combination of ocean view, private deck, whirlpool tub or fireplace. Included in the room rates is our renowned Buffet Breakfast, served daily on the Inn's covered deck overlooking the Atlantic Ocean; our wine and nibble hour and tour of the Island.

Our resort is a favorite place for weddings, private parties and conferences. Don't miss the Manisses Farm located on the land between Hotel Manisses and The 1661 Inn. The farm is home to llamas, Sicilian donkeys, goats, emu, black swans, a Scottish Highland steer, Brahma bull, Zebu & More!

Accommodations:

Sitting on the deck of The 1661 Inn and taking in the spectacular ocean view of the Atlantic Ocean, one can't help but feel that this is what vacation should be.

These spacious and elegant rooms, named after the founding families, are filled with an eclectic blend of antiques and feature a combination of ocean views, decks, canopy beds, whirlpool tubs and televisions.

Breakfast for all of our guests is served on the porch with a panoramic view of the Atlantic Ocean. Just imagine waking up to a striking sunrise! This is a non-smoking establishment and welcomes children of all ages. (open seasonally)

We have the following accommodations availabe:

• The Hotel Manisses
• Nicholas Ball Cottage
• 1661 Guest House
• Dewey Cottage
• Dodge Cottage
• Sheffield House

Included In Your Room Rate:

• Traditional New England buffet breakfast featuring homemade muffins, jams & jellies, fresh fruit, baked bluefish, hash, baked beans, pancakes, eggs, plus more!
• Wine & Nibble hour each afternoon
• Guided Island Tour by Van
• Farm Tour (Saturdays)
• Hardy Candy in Each Room
• Decanter of Brandy in Each Room

Dining Rooms:

Sample the fresh award winning cuisine at one of the premier restaurants on Block Island.  You may choose to dine from our full a la carte or prix fixe dinner menu in the Garden Terrace & Gazebo Rooms or our Bistro menu in the Gatsby Room.

Our widely varied and delicious menu features fresh seafood, beef and poultry as well as fresh vegetables from the gardens. The menu is updated nightly to assure the freshest & highest quality foods for the guests.

Our signature tableside flaming coffees, after dinner drinks & desserts are served in both the Upstairs Parlor and the Gatsby Room.

Discover Block Island:

Described by the Nature Conservancy as "one of the last 12 great places in the Western Hemisphere," Block Island is the perfect spot to plan a delightful holiday any day of the year.

Step back in time to discover unspoiled beaches, two hundred foot cliffs, freshwater ponds and lush rolling hills under a quilt of wildflowers.

In the 1960s Joan and Justin Abrams and their three children came to Block Island and fell in love with the natural beauty and history of this romantic and special place. Their enthusiasm led them to acquire The 1661 Inn and embark on their historic restoration projects that along with the animal farm compose the picturesque grounds and gardens. Every decorative finish and furnishing is attended to with great care to guarantee your delight.

At The 1661 Inn & Hotel Manisses you will find comfort, relaxation and friendly hosts working to ensure that your stay is as memorable as Block Island itself.

Our Farm and Garden:

Don't miss the Manisses Farm located on between Hotel Manisses and The 1661 Inn. The farm is home to llamas, Sicilian donkeys, pygmy and fainting goats, emus, black swans, a Scottish Highland steer, a Brahma bull and more! In the fall of 1997 we welcomed the newest members of our family farm, Sally (a Brahman Heifer) and Zeke (a zebu). Zeke is on the shy side but he has warming up quickly to life at the Abrams menagerie.

Zebu, descended from Indian wild cattle, are the oldest breed of cattle known. They are blessed with great endurance and a strong resistance to heat, ticks and disease. Traditionally, zebu have been work animals (although the only work Zeke knows is getting a carrot or an apple from his visitors!). All of our pets are looking forward to seeing you soon!