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The Bay Inn

2.0 star property
Motel in Norfolk

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Basic Double Room | 1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Located near Norfolk Botanical Garden, The Bay Inn offers a serene retreat with in-room WiFi and free self parking. Unwind in the garden or take advantage of the 24-hour front desk for assistance during your stay. Guests rave about the beach locale and helpful staff.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (8)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Vending machine
  • Picnic area
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
$95 nightly
The total price is $112
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Total includes taxes and fees

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1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Full Bed, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Basic Double Room | 1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Double Room

Highlights

Yard
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(165 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
315 East Ocean View Avenue, Norfolk, VA, 23503

What's nearby

  • Norfolk Beaches - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Ocean View Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Naval Station Norfolk - 7 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Norfolk Botanical Garden - 10 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Old Dominion University - 14 min drive - 11.4 km

Getting around

  • Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF) - 12 min drive
  • Newport News - Williamsburg Intl. Airport (PHF) - 28 min drive
  • Norfolk Station - 19 min drive
  • Newport News Station - 22 min drive
  • Virginia Beach Station - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cookout - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cap'n Ron's - ‬19 min walk

About this property

The Bay Inn

When you stay at The Bay Inn, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Naval Station Norfolk and Hampton University. Guests will have free perks like WiFi and self parking. Also, Norfolk Premium Outlets and Old Dominion University are within a short drive. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and beach location.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 21 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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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
    • The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Beach nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating (climate-controlled) and air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Yard

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 25

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Does The Bay Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Bay Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Bay Inn?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Bay Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Bay Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 25. Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at The Bay Inn?

No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Rivers Casino Portsmouth (20-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at The Bay Inn and nearby?

The Bay Inn has a picnic area and a garden.

Does The Bay Inn have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a yard.

What's the area around The Bay Inn like?

The Bay Inn is a short 4-minute walk from Ocean View Beach and 2 minutes' walk from Norfolk Beaches. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.

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The Bay Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Location
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Value
Neighborhoods
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Family friendly

What guests liked

  • The property is conveniently located right across from the beach with easy access and a short walk away. (67 reviews)
  • The property offers a pleasant outdoor dining area and is close to various restaurants and a well-stocked grocery store. (5 reviews)
  • Parking was safe, easy, and conveniently located on property with additional security measures in place. (5 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10

This was our 3rd time staying here in the last 4 years. We absolutely love this little gem. Always clean and the owners are great people too. We love that we can just walk across the street to the beach
3-night trip

10/10

Great 2 day stay here. Staff was very friendly and the room was very clean and comfortable. Loved the courtyard as well. Would definitely stay here again!
2-night trip

8/10

Simple hotel, maybe an upgraded 50's motel, but nice! Loctation across the street from beach access in a beach neighborhood. I would go back to this one
1-night trip

10/10

My room was impeccably clean. Bed was very comfortable. Check in and check out were very easy. A great experience.
3-night trip

10/10

I love it here. Nick and his wife are so kind and wonderful. I never stay anywhere else when I’m in the Norfolk area. Clean and quiet and I love the courtyard area. Plus it’s one block from the beach with super easy beach access.
2-night trip

10/10

Great stay
1-night trip

10/10

I visit Norfolk several times a year and this is always my first choice. Extremely clean rooms and grounds. The area is quiet and it's right across from the ocean! Who could ask for more!?
1-night trip

10/10

We saw a show at the Scope Arena and this was a great location to stay. Easy drive. Room was very clean. Bed was comfortable. Easy parking. Nice front desk employees. Would definitely stay again.
1-night trip

10/10

My boyfriend and I had to book last minute in the middle of the night after an issue with the place we were originally staying. We wish we would have stayed here the whole time - the place was so clean, the water pressure and temp was great, and it had a nice little courtyard in the center.
1-night trip

10/10

Clean and quiet. Not far from Downtown Norfolk. The owners are good people and attentive.
7-night trip

10/10

Great place and location
1-night trip

10/10

The property is nice and quiet great staff nice location. I love my stay there.
1-night trip

10/10

We always enjoy staying at The Bay Inn when in Norfolk. The owner is always very nice, professional and accommodating. The rooms are always spotlessly clean and have all the essentials. Very quiet too!
2-night trip

10/10

It was the perfect place for our visit to attend the St.Patrick's Day parade. Hope to return soon for a longer stay by the bay!
2-night trip

10/10

Great stay. Clean and comfortable. Plenty of hot water. Short walk to beach. Just lovely.
1-night trip

10/10

We were a bit leary about staying at a small independent hotel but were pleasantly surprised by the cleanliness of the rooms. I’m not sure but it looks like rooms were very recently renovated. The owners/ manager couple were very nice and accommodating. We will more than likely to stay there on a future trip to Norfolk.
4-night trip

10/10

Great spot to stay!
2-night trip

10/10

Our stay was grest. Clean, quiet and friendly staff.
2-night trip

10/10

Enjoyed my stay. Room was very clean and updated recently enough to have no problems.
4-night trip

10/10

Very nice quiet property and the staff is very nice I always enjoy my stay there
1-night trip

10/10

Nice and clean friendly staff
1-night trip

10/10

Great place to stay!
1-night trip

10/10

I just love this set up of the property, it’s quite nice friendly staff.
1-night trip

10/10

I googled ‘cleanest motel in Norfolk’ and all the reviews about the Bay Inn were so positive! Sure enough, it was super clean and also affordable. The owners/staff are amazing and the property is lovely - we have already booked it again for next week when we come back to town!
2-night trip

10/10

I’ve stayed at The Bay Inn many times over several year and I would always give it 5 stars. It’s always super clean, and the staff/owners are friendly and helpful.
1-night trip