The city of Norfolk has a strong maritime heritage and is considered to be the heart of the Virginia waterfront. Some of the top things to check out when you’re in town are the Nauticus Maritime Museum, Battleship Wisconsin, the Virginia Zoological Park, and the Norfolk Botanical Gardens. This is also a lovely place to learn to sail, play golf, or take a relaxing cruise on the harbor. For accommodations, the city has approximately 40 hotels to stay at, and these are seven great ones to choose from!
Norfolk Waterside Marriott
Located on East Main Street in Norfolk, the Norfolk Waterside Marriott is a highly rated hotel to stay at for your next trip. It’s located in the downtown historic district and connected to the Waterside Convention Center, making it a logical choice for business travelers. However, leisure travelers can enjoy staying here as well with its close proximity to the USS Wisconsin and Spirit of Norfolk cruises. It’s also easy to get to Granby Street and Town Point Park from here. Guests can enjoy dinner at Shula’s 347 Grill, craft cocktails served at The Lounge, the gym, and the heated pool with a whirlpool. The on-site restaurant is a great place to get a burger or a steak. Enhanced high-speed internet is available for $5 per day. Off-site, on-site, and valet parking are offered for a fee. In total, this hotel has 24 floors, 397 rooms, eight suites, and pets are not allowed.
DoubleTree by Hilton Norfolk Airport
The DoubleTree in town is located at 1500 North Military Highway and is about two miles from the airport. It also has easy access from I-64 and is popular among business travelers because of its proximity to the Lake Wright Executive Center and other business parks. You’ll be about a mile from the Norfolk Premium Outlets here and just 10 minutes from the Virginia Beach Boardwalk. There’s an outdoor seasonal pool, burgers and steaks served at Max & Erma’s Restaurant, in addition to complimentary Wi-Fi and a chocolate chip cookie when you check in.
Springhill Suites Norfolk Virginia Beach
This hotel is located at 6350 Newtown Road in Norfolk and is at the crossroads of Hampton Roads. It’ssix floors and 131 suites are popular among corporate travelers, families and team sporting event groups. When you stay at the Springhill Suites Norfolk Virginia Beach, you’ll get a complimentary breakfast buffet and complimentary high-speed internet. The guest rooms here are spacious and have both living and sleeping areas, as well as pull-out sofa beds, microwaves, and mini-fridges. You’ll be near the Tide Lightrail and Top Golf when you stay here. You’ll also find a large fitness center on-site in addition to an indoor pool and 3,100 square feet of meeting space. Pick this hotel if you’re looking to be close to I-264 and I-64.
Residence Inn Norfolk Downtown
Residence Inn Norfolk Downtown is located at 227 West Brambleton Avenue in Norfolk and is a great extended stay hotel if you plan to be in town for a little while. Pick from studio, one, and two-bedroom suites that have separate areas for living, eating, and sleeping. The rooms here have full kitchens too. Guests who stay here enjoy the free wireless internet, free daily breakfast, and evening “Mix” on some nights. There’s also a fitness center on site, an indoor heated pool, and a grocery shopping service. You’ll be close to the Ted Constant Convocation Center, the MacArthur Center Mall, and the Spirit of Norfolk. This hotel allows both dogs and cats for a $100 nonrefundable fee, and on-site and off-site parking is available for an additional fee of $18 per day. In total, this hotel has nine floors and 160 suites.
Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel
The Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel is another great choice for your stay in Norfolk because it’s located directly on the water at 777 Waterside Drive. You’ll be close to the shopping and dining on Granby Street here, as well as the concerts and festivals at Town Point Park. City Dock Restaurant is onsite and serves meals throughout the day. Other hotel features include a 24-hour business center, 24-hour fitness center, on-site laundry machines, complimentary 2 Mbps guest room internet, and a seasonal outdoor pool that’s open between Memorial Day and Labor Day. This is a family-friendly hotel choice, and the Waterside Seafood Company is the on-site restaurant that specializes in fresh seafood with lovely views of the harbor.
Hilton Norfolk The Main
You can also stay at the sleek landmark hotel of Hilton Norfolk The Main when you come to town, which is at the corner of Main and Granby Streets. Foodies love this hotel because there are three dining venues on site. There is also a 24-hour fitness center, indoor pool, and rooms with views of downtown and the Elizabeth River. There are daily fees for both self-parking and valet parking, and pets are not allowed at this hotel.
Wyndham Garden Norfolk Downtown
The Wyndham Garden Norfolk Downtown is located at 700 Monticello Avenue in Norfolk and in the heart of the Neon District. This is a non-smoking and pet-friendly hotel that makes it easy to see the local art galleries, museums, and historical sites. Within an eight-mile radius, you can get to the Norfolk International Airport, the Naval Station Norfolk, and the Norfolk Naval Shipyard. Guests here enjoy the free Wi-Fi, on-site parking, outdoor pool, restaurant and bar. Up to two dogs are allowed per room for a fee of $100 per dog, and kids ages 16 and under stay free. The on-site parking fee is $10 per day. You can also take advantage of guest laundry facilities and the full-service business center when you stay here. Black Tuna Bar & Grill is open for breakfast and dinner and specializes in local produce, seafood, and wines.
