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The Bay Inn

2.0 star property
A coastal retreat just steps from the beach where travelers can explore Norfolk Botanical Garden and relax in peaceful garden surroundings

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The Bay Inn, near Norfolk Botanical Garden, offers a peaceful coastal escape with in-room WiFi, free self parking, and 24-hour front desk service. The tranquil garden setting and nearby beach location consistently earn praise from guests.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$138
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar

Room options

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(203 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Full Bed, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Basic Double Room

Basic Double Room

Highlights

Garden
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Located in Norfolk, The Bay Inn is near the beach. Enjoy an event or a match at Hampton Coliseum, and consider making time for Norfolk Botanical Garden—a top attraction that's not to be missed. Visit our Norfolk travel guide
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315 East Ocean View Avenue, Norfolk, VA, 23503

What's nearby

  • The last of the summer beach days.
    Norfolk Beaches
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Panoramic view of a dune beach at sunset, North Sea, Germany
    Ocean View Beach
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Community Beach
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Sarah Constant Shrine Beach
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Oceanview Fishing Pier
    2 min drive - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Norfolk Station
    19 min drive
  • Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.)
    12 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    4 min drive
  • McDonald's
    7 min walk
  • Cap'n Ron's
    17 min walk
  • Cafe Mudita
    10 min walk
  • Dairy Queen
    4 min walk

About this property

The Bay Inn

Motel near Naval Station Norfolk
Located close to Norfolk Botanical Garden and Old Dominion University, The Bay Inn provides a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • A vending machine
  • Guest reviews say great things about the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at The Bay Inn boast comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness, overall comfort rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Private gardens, fridges and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out fee: USD 25

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out fee: USD 25

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Bay Inn Norfolk
The Bay Inn Motel
The Bay Inn Norfolk
The Bay Inn Motel Norfolk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Bay Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Bay Inn?

As of 9 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Bay Inn on 10 Mar 2026 start from NZ$138, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Bay Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Bay Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at The Bay Inn?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for USD 25.

Where is The Bay Inn located?

Situated near the beach, this motel is within 9 mi (15 km) of Naval Station Norfolk, Norfolk Botanical Garden and Old Dominion University. Sentara Norfolk General Hospital and Norfolk State University are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

The Bay Inn Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 775 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 149 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Madison

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was perfect for me,I was in need of some serious rest & the inn was quiet,clean& comfy! I will book here from now on when visiting! The place is really retro-cool & so pleasant,you can tell the owners work hard to keep this gem polished! Thnx for a great stay 2/5/26
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Caleb

Room was great! As mentioned by many, the courtyard was very nice! Staff was pleasant and we had a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reynolds

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very quick to make my stay as smooth as possible.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service was genuine and just overall great people , Room was great too plus it had accessible parking.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to beach and our other destination.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff were very friendly! The room was very clean and I loved the courtyard. I emjoyed walking on the beaxh each day during my stay. I also enjoyed the fabulous public library just a block away.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay! It’s so clean and comfortable and the owners are fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owner is great. Very chill courtyard and quiet at night. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Staff & service
Walkable to a beautiful beach. Room was clean and what I expected for the price. Shower was hot and I felt safe. Perfect for one night close to the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
As noted by others, this is an older hotel but it has been well tended and is exceptionally clean and cared for. It's a short walk to the bay beach. It's a basic hotel room in a residential area. For the price and location, we were very pleased.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reynolds

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Inexpensive, very nice, and very well located
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and affordable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

SANDY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So quiet and private, great staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is our go to place when visiting the Norfolk and Hampton area. Check in is always smooth. Rooms are clean and updated.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oleg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small and very quiet place about 100 yards from the beach, with recently upgraded and very clean rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about this place was awesome! Clean and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay was great! A little skeptical at first but was at ease after meeting staff and seeing room. For the price I was expecting something a lil less than what I got. Area was nice and peaceful. Room was very accommodating and clean. Will look forward to staying again if or when I’m back in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pretty much directly at the beach. Nice retro feel to the hotel, staff was very friendly and accommodating. Highly recommend if you’re staying in Norfolk and want to be close to the beach!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms! We are traveling with family, so the courtyard was a great place to meet up. Staff and their dog were super friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is nice and cozy. The property is very clean and quiet. This is the only place I will stay at oceanview.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for one night and it was very clean and quiet. Check-in and check-out were easy and staff were nice. Exceeded my expectations for a motel this close to the beach. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We so enjoyed out stay here. The room was clean, and fresh. The staff was so friendly and helpful. The parking was safe. This place is small, but it was so relaxing and nice. It was close to a park on the ocean side, so you only had to walk over the dunes, and the beach was there to walk on.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Value with easy beach access

Fantastic stay in remodeled rooms. Lovely short walk to Virginia Beach and easy access to great restaurants. The owner was very professional and accommodating. Great Value!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place and location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tomek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and newly renovated rooms. Very walkable area. Close to restaurants, stores and the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025