Ocean House

Ocean House - A historic oceanfront resort with Forbes Five-Star dining, spa facilities, and private beach access

Ocean House, a 3-star Forbes Five-Star and AAA Five Diamond hotel, overlooks Block Island Sound from its bluffside location in Watch Hill. The resort features 49 guest rooms and 20 Signature Suites, each designed with ocean-inspired décor and amenities such as private terraces, seasonal fireplaces, and ocean views. COAST, the on-site restaurant, serves New England coastal cuisine with ingredients sourced locally, while the Ocean & Harvest Spa offers seasonal treatments and a saltwater lap pool. Ocean House provides complimentary activities including guided yoga, culinary classes, and beach amenities. The property is situated near Watch Hill Lighthouse (0.5 km) and Watch Hill Beach (1 km), accessible by private car services within Westerly. A continental breakfast is available each morning at Ocean House.

Pros

The Ocean & Harvest Spa is one of only fourteen Forbes Five-Star-rated spas globally.

COAST restaurant offers waterfront dining with locally sourced seafood.

Complimentary resort activities include beach amenities, squash courts, and virtual golf lessons.

Private beach access with seasonal cabanas and dedicated beach butler service.

Cons

Some cottages require a short bike ride or drive to reach the main hotel.

COAST enforces a dress code, prohibiting jeans and flip-flops.