Champlin's Marina and Resort


Dock
Offered

Mooring
Not Offered

Day Trip
Not Offered
80 West Side Road
Block Island, RI 02807
Check-in after 02:00 PM
Check-out before 11:00 AM
VHF 11

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419 Reviews

by Chris B. - Verified user on Jul 14, 2025
Great dock staff! Stephany and crew were great

by LoisAnne M. - Verified user on Jul 12, 2025
Thank you Stephanie and the capable dockhands for your expertise and all that you did to start our vacation as soon as we pulled in! Great amenities and services. So nice to have the shuttle and the bikes to get into town. See you next year!

by Laurie C. - Verified user on Jul 12, 2025
We love Champlins. We’ve been going there for 32 years and they never disappoint. Go, and enjoy!

by manuel J. - Verified user on Jul 10, 2025
very welcoming Great staff Stephanie was great and very accommodating
Marina Response:
Thank you for the A+ review! The extra recognition really means a lot to everyone on the team. We can't wait for your next visit!

by Dale D. - Verified user on Jul 09, 2025
Great crew, extremely attentive...
Marina Response:
Thank you for staying with us! So happy to see how much you enjoyed interacting with our team! We can't wait for your next visit.

by Gregory T. - Verified user on Jul 08, 2025
Champlin’s has definitely raised their game over the years. The grounds are kept immaculate and the staff is incredibly attentive and personable. They are constantly cleaning, clearing the garbages, and keeping the bathrooms as clean as possible considering the large number of people that are using the facilities. Champlin’s is a great destination for our family and we will be returning two more times this season… at least! Thank you!

by Christopher I. - Verified user on Jul 06, 2025
Great trip as always to block island. Dick staff great and always helpful.

by Michael V. - Verified user on Jul 06, 2025
Everything was very nice as always. One suggestion would be to power wash the mildew off the docks as they become very slippery when wet. The bathrooms were nice and clean and Stephanie the Dock Master was very accommodating

by Edward N. - Verified user on Jul 06, 2025
Great people watching weekend. The staff was great. Many thanks to Stephanie and the crew.

by Michael S. - Verified user on Jul 05, 2025
We stay here 2-3 weeks a year and love every minute. Best marina on the island for a family. Kids run around squidding, pool, sugar shack, cafe, they have everything and the staff is awesome. The dockmaster is super, and the dock hands are among the best. Jen at the bar is our favorite person on the island! I only have one comment… Several times over the years that we’ve stayed, people have been running their genny’s. If they were out on a finger then no big deal, but it’s annoying at the crowded floating docks. We all pay a ton of money to enjoy ourselves at Champlins, and it’s worth every penny, but running a genny at a place like this?? If you don’t like the power then stay somewhere else! It shouldn’t be allowed, at least on the floating docks. But otherwise it’s always perfect!

by Scott H. - Verified user on Jul 02, 2025
We had a great stay at Champlin’s. The location and amenities are great, but the best part was the very helpful, capable and courteous staff. Stephanie was even willing to juggle the holiday chaos and allow us to stay for an additional night if the weather wasn’t cooperating. We look forward to visiting again soon!

by Robert S. on Jul 01, 2025
The dock team at Champlins is the best. They are very well organized and terrific at docking assistance.

by Jaime H. - Verified user on Jul 01, 2025
Very hard to get a hold of the marina office, their phone line goes thru the resort and its pretty much impossible to get to them. Shore Power wasn’t working stable enough, had to stay on Gens.

by Carter g. - Verified user on Jun 30, 2025
Our stay was great and it all started with Stephanie the dock master . She helped us into the dock as soon as we requested and accommodated with a a great spot for our stay. The marina and resort was ran well and we will only be coming to champlins as long as Stephanie is dock master !

by mark s. - Verified user on Jun 30, 2025
I called a week prior to visting and was told our boat would be against fixed piles, not a floating dock. I asked if they had extra fenders and bumper boards and has told "yes". When we arrived we were assign a terrible dock with full exposure to the East wind. I was then told they had no extra fenders or bumper boards. Well the wind blew from the East and the boat slammed the dock and was damaged. We had to raft on a friend's boat to avoid additional damage that night. We were assigned a different dock the next day. I made that reservation in December. They also have no auto parking for dock customers. I have never been to a marina with no parking. They only allow marina parking if you rent a hotel room.

by curt s. - Verified user on Jun 30, 2025
Good resort with excellent helpful staff. Lovely restaurant and good pool

by Ned R. - Verified user on Jun 29, 2025
was great - BUT we were on the eastern side of dock. had a great fender and fenderboard program but the location one night before storm was slightly off and the boat got beaten up pretty badly in the easterly because the fenderboard as we set them up were just a little off. What might have been nice would be if one of the staff members couldve come just checked where we had things setup and offered guidance - got a lot of boatwork to do now :-(
Marina Response:
Hi Ned, thanks for the feedback. We're sorry to hear your experience was less than ideal. Our dock team is on property from 8AM - 8PM and walk the dock several times a day to ensure lines and fenders are secure. Guests are always welcome to reach out to the dock team for assistance, on the radio or in person. We hope you enjoyed the rest of Block Island Race Week and look forward to hosting you again!

by mark o. - Verified user on Jun 29, 2025
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by David W. - Verified user on Jun 28, 2025
I was disappointed, we were put on the gas dock and moved around each day, always delayed as we returned from racing.
Marina Response:
Hi David, thanks for the feedback. We appreciate your patience and understanding when you arrived each day. We're sorry to hear we were unable to meet your expectations. There is definitely room for us to improve, and we hope you will visit us again in the future so we can improve your experience!

by Cristiano S. - Verified user on Jun 28, 2025
Great facilities and great staff. We will return.
Marina Response:
Thank you! We look forward to seeing you in the future!

by kyle t. - Verified user on Jun 23, 2025
Deck hand always very professional, mudslides with banana are awesome, facilities are always clean!
Marina Response:
Thank you for the recognition! We take great pride in taking care of our property.

by William E. - Verified user on Jun 21, 2025
Lots of help tying up. Fun place to visit. Live music and a pool table out on the dock
Marina Response:
Welcome to summertime on Block Island! We're here to make your vacation a great one.

by Roy S. - Verified user on Jun 19, 2025
The dock staff were helpful in docking but it stopped right there. I needed to know the wifi information and the pool passes but it was difficult to get the information. And the wifi is a joke. It is so weak it is useless.
Marina Response:
Thanks for the feedback. We are here to help so always feel free to find a staff member for assistance. We appreciate your business and hope to see you again!

by Gordon D. - Verified user on Jun 18, 2025
Nice resort. The staff was great. Good location too.
Marina Response:
Happy to hear it! Hope to see you again soon!

by Robert C. - Verified user on Jun 17, 2025
Friendly staff, clean facilities
Marina Response:
Thank you! Every team around the property work diligently to keep our facilities nice and clean.
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About Champlin's Marina and Resort

Champlin’s is one of New England’s largest resort marinas and features 4,000+ linear feet of dock space, a 30′ harbor depth, and spacious docking facilities, allowing us to accommodate vessels up to 250+ ft.

All marina guests have full access to all the resort amenities including our renovated onsite boutique hotel, three waterfront dining experiences, daily live music (in season), swimming pool, bicycles, paddle boards, fire pits, and much more. Your slip includes complimentary Wi-Fi and water, and access to bathhouse and shower facilities. Pump-out is available upon request from the town. Our marina features state-of-the-art GFCI pedestals.

Cancellation Policy

All transient reservations cancelled up to seven days prior to your arrival date will be subject to a 10% cancellation fee of your entire stay. Reservations that are cancelled in whole or part, within seven days of arrival will forfeit the full deposit. In the event of a small craft weather advisory, you will receive a gift card for the full value of your deposit (cancellation fees will be waived). Your credit card will be automatically charged on the day of arrival for the balance of your stay. There are no refunds or credits for early departures. There is no fee for making changes of equal value/nights for reservations that are outside of seven days of arrival date. Should you choose to shorten your stay or book a lesser valued dates, You will be subject to the 10% cancellation fee for the partial cancellation.

If your preferred dates are unavailable, please add yourselves to the waitlist, as this is the best way to improve your chances of securing a spot as availability opens up.

Inquire today about Seasonal Dockage.

As a seasonal slip holder, you have a dedicated dock space for your vessel from June 1st - September 30th. This gives you the freedom to come and go as you please and the convenience and peace of mind of having a guaranteed slip on Block Island for the duration of the summer. Make an inquiry to learn more about seasonal dockage at Champlin’s Marina and Resort.

The natural beauty, historical charm, and laid-back vibe you can only find on Block Island ensures a lifetime of experiences: whether just for one day or an entire summer. Join us at Champlin's!


Common Questions

QUESTIONS?: The easiest way to reach the marina team is through Dockwa. Send us a message with your question or request, and we will get back to you as soon as possible. Please include the best way to contact you in the Dockwa message. If you call the hotel front desk, you will be redirected to Dockwa.

VESSEL INFORMATION: It is important that your boat information is accurate on your reservation. This includes the name of the vessel, overall length, beam, and draft. If you arrive and the information is not correct, we may not be able to accommodate you and you will forfeit your deposit. We want you to be able to spend all of your time having fun on Block Island, so please make any corrections and updates prior to arrival.

DOCKS: Champlin's Marina has mostly fixed docks. Floating docks are along the main dock and are only tied stern-to. The tide fluctuates 4-6ft in a day. Consider bringing extra fenders and lines to protect your vessel.

SLIP ASSIGNMENT REQUESTS: While we can't guarantee specific slip assignments, our dock team will do everything we can to make your stay as comfortable as possible. Be sure to message us through Dockwa with your request. If you are traveling with a group, please include the vessel names in the "Special Request" box when you submit your reservation. Floating docks are reserved for those with mobility issues. Slip requests are not guaranteed and are at the discretion of the Dockmaster.

POWER PEDESTALS: We feature state-of-the-art and state mandated GFCI pedestals. This a requirement of the National Electrical Code for boater safety. If your boat has a ground fault issue, you may not be able to use any or all your electrical systems. Marinas who have yet be required to upgrade their system, may not have detected this issue and therefore work. We understand this is frustrating, but if you choose not to stay, your deposit is non-refundable. There are no refunds for early departures.

EARLY CHECK-IN REQUESTS: Check-In begins at 2:00PM. We cannot guarantee early check-in, but if we have space available, we are happy to bring you in early. Please reach out to the dock team on channel 11 when you are in the harbor and they will let you know if we have space. If we don't, you can wait in the anchorage area of the Great Salt Pond. There is a launch service and we have a dinghy dock. You are be welcome to utilize the property all day. If we do have space, there is sometimes an hourly charge based on occupancy levels and the time of arrival. Please check with the dock team to confirm any charges.

ARRIVAL QUEUE: On busy days, please expect a queue upon arrival. We will take the boats in the order they arrive and/or as it makes sense for specific slip assignments. Thank you for your patience and understanding. We will work through the queue as efficiently as possible.

LATE ARRIVALS: The dock team is available until 7:00pm. If you need to make arrangements for a late check-in, please be sure to do so prior to 5:00pm. There may be additional charges based on the time and the number of dock hands that need to return after hours.

LATE DEPARTURE REQUESTS: Check-out is by 11:00am. We realize that many of you would like to stay later, but it is simply not possible on many days. Please check with the Marina Manager to see if we can accommodate a later departure. When available, hourly fees will apply. We greatly appreciate your understanding and promptness with departures.

DAY DOCKAGE: We offer day dockage when space is available. Day slips are first-come, first-serve, and may not be reserved in advance. Feel free to reach out to us the day before to see what occupancy looks like. Day Dockage is available at 50% of the rate for that day and is typically available from 9:00am to 5:00pm. We also offer an hourly rate, ranging from $20 - $60/hour depending on the size of boat, our occupancy, and the season.

TENDERS: We often do not have space for tenders on the main docks. If we do not have space, tenders under 12’ may be accommodated on our dinghy dock at no charge. Tenders of 13’ or larger require a separate reservation and may be rafted to your boat at the marina’s discretion. If you are rafted, you will receive true-to-size pricing.

GUEST BRACELETS: From July 1 through Labor Day we ask that guests wear bracelets that identify you as a guest. You will need these at the pool and for bikes and water sports. For bikes and water sports, each guest will also need to fill out an insurance waiver. You and your guests can take of these at either the Dock Office or the Hotel Front Desk.

CHAMPLIN’S SHUTTLE: The Champlin’s Shuttle runs from 9:00am to 9:00pm daily during peak season (more limited hours in the shoulder season). The shuttle circles from the property to Aldo’s Bakery in downtown Old Harbor, near the ferry landing. We can also make a stop at the airport upon request. Other stops are not permitted.

Safe travels & We can't wait to see you!

– The Champlin’s Marina & Resort Team - (401) 466-7777 - VHF Channel 11


Booking Info

Champlin's utilizes dynamic pricing, which means that rates will fluctuate based on demand. This is a strategy that is commonly used in other familiar hospitality industries such as hotels, airlines, and car rentals. Similarly, Champlin's may adjust their prices in real-time based on market conditions such as supply and demand.

In addition to dynamic pricing, Champlin's also implements a minimum LOA requirement of 35' during our peak season, and has a minimum night stay requirement during nights of surplus demand. If a reservation request for these certain nights does not meet this minimum, the quote will be adjusted to reflect a minimum night stay. Base rates do not include electricity.

If the dates you are looking for are unavailable, please add yourself to the waitlist, as these guests will be prioritized first as space becomes available.


Services

  • Diesel
  • Gas
  • Water Hookup
  • Electrical

Amenities

  • ATM
  • Ice
  • Wireless Internet
  • Launch Service
  • Laundry
  • Pet Friendly
  • Swimming Pool
  • Restrooms
  • Showers
  • Groceries
  • Medical Facilities w/in 5 Miles
  • Hotel/Lodging
  • Restaurant

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