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The Bay Inn

2.0 star property
Motel in Norfolk

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Garden
Front of property
Hair dryer, towels
Property grounds
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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

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
The current price is S$109
includes taxes & fees
14 Apr - 15 Apr

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Full Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

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

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

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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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

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

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About the area

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 - 6.7 km
  • Norfolk Botanical Garden - 8 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Old Dominion University - 12 min drive - 11.4 km

Getting around

  • Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.) - 12 min drive
  • Newport News, VA (PHF-Newport News - Williamsburg Intl.) - 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 Rons Bar & Grill - ‬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 such as WiFi and self-parking. Also, this motel is within a short drive of Old Dominion University. Fellow travellers 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
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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 cots (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 on-site self-parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking area (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

  • Garden

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Hairdryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 25

Policies

This property does not have lifts.
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 that you 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 on-site 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 garden.

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

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

Hidden Gem
We were in town for a 3 night stay. The location is an older motel design that has been extremely well refurbished. The owner/operator was great. The hot water in the shower was strong and the bed comfortable. Absolutely loved the courtyard.
Eric, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I stay here frequently. Very comfortable, clean, convenient. Owner/manager lives on site, which adds to peace of mind.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

PW
Very clean and well maintained
Wayne Or Patti, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great spot to stay!
Craig, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome
This motel is adorable, clean, quiet, and comfortable. I always seek out these old fashioned motels. I love them. The Bay Inn did NOT disappoint. Friendly staff, comfy bed, awesome water pressure, cute courtyard, and safe area. You will not be disappointed. Great value.
Amanda, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Overnight stay for cruise
This was a very cute hotel and very clean. Redone inside the room and was very comfortable. It was in a nice area and close to the cruise parking lot. Would definitely stay here again and would recommend to others.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful place to stay
We have stayed at this hotel multiple times and it is always lovely. We can always count on it being clean and comfortable and the staff is always friendly and helpful.
Anita, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay!
Abbey, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wanna go back already!
I had a great stay; the bed was comfy, shower felt nice, had a nice selection of lighting choices, a medium fridge 🤔 (like a minifridge with a separate freezer not a little door flap in the fridge), a microwave, nice updated furniture including a defogging mirror 😳 AND no bugs 😁 The couple that runs it is friendly and professional. I definitely plan on returning! Sorry, only pics I have are when I set up my bathroom stuff 😕
Courtney, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great
This was such a great find. The room was clean and comfortable and the shower pressure was outstanding. We absolutely would gladly stay here again!
Jason, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The Bay Inn is our favorite place to stay in Norfolk. Staff is wonderful and it’s quiet as well as close to the beach. We will definitely stay there again and again.
Eric, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Safe, quiet, clean and friendly! Great place to stay!
karie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay
Marlene, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Convenient location in the heart of Ocean View right across from the beach, friendly owner.
Mary, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The owner was very helpful, and welcoming during my stay.
Christian, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The building outside is old, however the rooms were nicely updated and the owner/manGer was very helpful!
donna, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We stay at the Bay Inn everytime we come to Norfolk. It is clean, quiet, and 2 blocks from the water. There is an adorable courtyard where you can sit in the sun and read or just relax. It is affordable and exactly what you need as a home base for the adventures that await in Norfolk.
Mandy, 5-night trip

6/10 Good

Basic and bad bed
The bed was terribly uncomfortable. It was clean but very dingy.
Janet, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful stay and wonderful owners!
Denise, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

As a frequent traveler i must say my lady and i enjoyed this stay very much. The personal touch by the owners was nice. They made us feel at home. Truly felt like family. Will be back thanks for a great experience..

8/10 Very good

It was a nice hotel and room. It had everything that I needed.
Karen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Pleasantly surprised
I was a little leary when I saw the exterior of the hotel. The room was small but cozy, well-furnished, comfortable, and clean.
Frances, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The property is very well maintained and the staff was very friendly. The room was recently updated and well cared for well. Overall the stay was nice and if book again.
Megan, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Definitely will come back
Great location. Great value
Paul, 1-night trip