Hotel Manisses - New Shoreham, RINew Shoreham, RI As co-owner and operator of the oceanfront resort Ballard’s, Steven Filippi noticed that Block Island visitors expected well-appointed and modern accommodations, despite the island’s reputation for historic and “quaint” hotels. In October 2015, Filippi and his brothers, Paul and Blake, purchased the historic Hotel Manisses and began renovations immediately.
“We designed an atmosphere that is sophisticated and elegant, but also very inviting and calm. We chose timeless appointments and an updated color palette of mineral blue and gold that hints at vintage without feeling old-fashioned,” said Lauren Filippi, Steven’s wife and designer of the new hotel.
Hotel Manisses now features 17 boutique hotel rooms, all with private baths, flat screen televisions and air-conditioning. Some rooms feature private balconies. The hotel features fine dining on premises with the Manisses Restaurant and Bar, which has been completely renovated as well.
For more information, booking and menus go to www.blockislandstay.com.