Bay Inn Hotel
$86
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Avg. for October
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$86
/ night
Avg. for October
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Bay Inn Hotel average $69 in December, the cheapest month, and $120 in June, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $93 |
| February | $70 |
| March | $95 |
| April | $89 |
| May | $108 |
| June | $120 |
| July | $115 |
| August | $117 |
| September | $96 |
| October | $86 |
| November | $71 |
| December | $69 |
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Cheapest: December (~$69)
About this property
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and a picnic area.
Amenities
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and a picnic area.
Business amenities
The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Take advantage of the motel's room service (during limited hours).
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 21 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have bathtubs or showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and coffee/tea makers.
Location
Located in Norfolk, The Bay Inn is within a 10-minute drive of Naval Station Norfolk and Norfolk Botanical Garden. This motel is 7.1 mi (11.4 km) from Old Dominion University and 7.6 mi (12.3 km) from Sentara Norfolk General Hospital.
What's nearby
Norfolk Beaches(0.1 miles)
Chesapeake Bay(0.1 miles)
Ocean View Beach(0.2 miles)
Oceanview Fishing Pier(1.1 miles)
Naval Station Norfolk(4.1 miles)
Little Creek Beach(4.5 miles)
Nauticus(4.5 miles)
Norfolk Botanical Garden(5.2 miles)
Naval Station Norfolk Tour & Information Center(5.2 miles)
Norfolk NEX(5.2 miles)
Naval Station Norfolk Pass & ID Office(6 miles)
Virginia Zoo(6 miles)
Joint Forces Staff College(6 miles)
Norfolk Premium Outlets(6.5 miles)
Hampton Roads Agricultural Research and Extension Center(6.6 miles)
Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF)(5.7 miles)
Newport News - Williamsburg Intl. Airport (PHF)(21.9 miles)
Parking
Non-Smoking Rooms
Room Service
Garden
Golf Course (nearby)
Beach (Nearby)
Location
315 E Ocean View Ave, Norfolk, Virginia, United States of America
Norfolk Beaches (0.1 miles)
Chesapeake Bay (0.1 miles)
Ocean View Beach (0.2 miles)
Oceanview Fishing Pier (1.1 miles)
Naval Station Norfolk (4.1 miles)
Little Creek Beach (4.5 miles)
Room options
5
Basic Double Room
2 Full Beds
Sleeps 4
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
7
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed
1 Queen Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
3
Standard Room, 1 Full Bed
1 Full Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
Guest reviews of Bay Inn Hotel
9.2
Superb
Based on 1,004 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
10%
Couple
58%
Family
21%
Solo
10%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Across many reviews, Bay Inn Hotel is praised for very clean, recently updated rooms, friendly hands-on owners, a quiet residential setting near the beach, and good value, offering a simple, no-frills stay with a pleasant central courtyard.
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What guests think
Across many reviews, Bay Inn Hotel is praised for very clean, recently updated rooms, friendly hands-on owners, a quiet residential setting near the beach, and good value, offering a simple, no-frills stay with a pleasant central courtyard.
Inside feels refreshed and orderly even though the exterior is older. Some guests mention tight parking, occasional hot-water or water-pressure issues, firm or squeaky beds, and a few brusque staff interactions or concerns about the surrounding area at night. Expect a modest, well-kept, beach-adjacent base that prioritizes cleanliness, quiet, and value.
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Facilities
Courtyard is a well-liked space for relaxing; on-site parking is small and can be tight. Several reviews note no breakfast or pool, and there are security cameras around the lot.
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C
Aug 16, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Parking not good.
Parking not good.
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Eric
Sep 14, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This place is a hidden gem. When I look for a hotel pools are not my motivation. This hotel has no pools or breakfast. What it does have is a nice, safe, clean, private and comfortable room. A great bed and a shower that I wish I had at home. Powerful and hot and awesome. The owner is a great guy who really cares about his hotel. We try to stay at this hotel whenever we are in Va Beach.
This place is a hidden gem. When I look for a hotel pools are not my motivation. This hotel has no pools or breakfast. What it does have is a nice, safe, clean, private and comfortable room. A great bed and a shower that I wish I had at home. Powerful and hot and awesome. The owner is a great guy who really cares about his hotel. We try to stay at this hotel whenever we are in Va Beach.
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Shoebee
Apr 23, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The property had cameras on the courtyard area and the parking area which is a huge green flag. Nice peace and quiet.
The property had cameras on the courtyard area and the parking area which is a huge green flag. Nice peace and quiet.
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Dave
Sep 12, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The gentleman at the front desk greeted me promptly upon arrival and was friendly, pleasant, & attentive. Both check-in and check-out was quick & easy. The property is quaint, clean, well-maintained, & located in a quiet neighborhood convenient to our relatives' house nearby. The shower in our room was great, lots of flow & plenty of hot water. Wi-Fi and TV was good. Parking was a bit tight though for our full-sized pick-up truck, but was doable. And, the queen bed was a bit small for us (we're used to our full-king at home) but comfortable. We'll definitely stay here again when we visit the area.
The gentleman at the front desk greeted me promptly upon arrival and was friendly, pleasant, & attentive. Both check-in and check-out was quick & easy. The property is quaint, clean, well-maintained, & located in a quiet neighborhood convenient to our relatives' house nearby. The shower in our room was great, lots of flow & plenty of hot water. Wi-Fi and TV was good. Parking was a bit tight though for our full-sized pick-up truck, but was doable. And, the queen bed was a bit small for us (we're used to our full-king at home) but comfortable. We'll definitely stay here again when we visit the area.
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Jocelyne
Jul 29, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
The room was clean, nicely renovated, the bed was confortable. We really appreciated the fridge and the microwave stove. The staff was amazing! They took care of our beach towels and because they were all soaked because of the rain there washed it! Wow! And bonus we ate our breakfasts on a garden table! We recommend this place and we would definitely return!
The room was clean, nicely renovated, the bed was confortable. We really appreciated the fridge and the microwave stove. The staff was amazing! They took care of our beach towels and because they were all soaked because of the rain there washed it! Wow! And bonus we ate our breakfasts on a garden table! We recommend this place and we would definitely return!
10
Margaret
Aug 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We stayed for 1 night on our way to Delaware. This is a smalller, family run motel that has a great location and friendly owners. The room met our expectations, as it was very clean, although not overly spacious. The small refrigerator kept our items very cold and the freezer section froze our cold packs. It's been our experience in the past that these small refrigerators just barely keep food cold, so this was grear. The courtyard was nice too, although we didn't sit outside.
We stayed for 1 night on our way to Delaware. This is a smalller, family run motel that has a great location and friendly owners. The room met our expectations, as it was very clean, although not overly spacious. The small refrigerator kept our items very cold and the freezer section froze our cold packs. It's been our experience in the past that these small refrigerators just barely keep food cold, so this was grear. The courtyard was nice too, although we didn't sit outside.
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Julie
Jun 13, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
A very nice place. Great courtyard for relaxing. Excellent shower!! Clean, updated, priced right. Highly recommend it.
A very nice place. Great courtyard for relaxing. Excellent shower!! Clean, updated, priced right. Highly recommend it.
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Trion
Mar 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The parking lot was too small.... Other than that, it was perfect!! It gave me a home feeling because it was located beside a neighborhood...
The parking lot was too small.... Other than that, it was perfect!! It gave me a home feeling because it was located beside a neighborhood...
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Jenny
May 19, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Loved the courtyard, read the paper & drank coffee there each morning
Loved the courtyard, read the paper & drank coffee there each morning
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Alice
Jan 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful courtyard, friendly operator
Beautiful courtyard, friendly operator
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Cleanliness
Rooms and grounds are consistently very clean and well maintained, with many noting recent renovations and fresh linens. A few isolated complaints mention mildew/odor, a cockroach sighting, or a missed clean.
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Mike
Oct 5, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
The Inn looks to be recently updated. You can tell it is a well run business. Clean,orderly and well keep. I will not hesitate to stay here again.
The Inn looks to be recently updated. You can tell it is a well run business. Clean,orderly and well keep. I will not hesitate to stay here again.
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Brandon
Apr 7, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Enjoyed my stay. Room was very clean and updated recently enough to have no problems.
Enjoyed my stay. Room was very clean and updated recently enough to have no problems.
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Michael
Dec 20, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
We were staying at the hotel because my daughter was suffering from mold sensitivity. When we checked into our room, the smell of mold/mildew was overpowering. I don’t have sensitivity to mold and it nearly knocked me to my knees! Horrible!!!
We were staying at the hotel because my daughter was suffering from mold sensitivity. When we checked into our room, the smell of mold/mildew was overpowering. I don’t have sensitivity to mold and it nearly knocked me to my knees! Horrible!!!
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Derron
Oct 8, 2023
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Stayed 12 nights
Room wasn’t cleaned. Staff was rude. I walk into the room and there was old coffee still in the pot and trash in the trashcan. 1/5 stars. Don’t waste your money here.
Room wasn’t cleaned. Staff was rude. I walk into the room and there was old coffee still in the pot and trash in the trashcan. 1/5 stars. Don’t waste your money here.
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Kathryn
Mar 14, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
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!
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!
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Emily
Jul 29, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
This was my second time staying at the Bay Inn, and it is a pretty little hotel with a hidden courtyard that is conveniently located near the beach and for me, near my family who live in the area. The rooms look out on the lovely courtyard, which has outdoor seating. The staff are very friendly and the rooms are extremely clean and have all the amenities I want: fridge, microwave, coffee/tea machine, a blow dryer and an iron. It is cozy and I have enjoyed staying there and I plan to visit again soon.
This was my second time staying at the Bay Inn, and it is a pretty little hotel with a hidden courtyard that is conveniently located near the beach and for me, near my family who live in the area. The rooms look out on the lovely courtyard, which has outdoor seating. The staff are very friendly and the rooms are extremely clean and have all the amenities I want: fridge, microwave, coffee/tea machine, a blow dryer and an iron. It is cozy and I have enjoyed staying there and I plan to visit again soon.
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Martha
Jul 31, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
The rooms were updated and spotlessly clean! The owners take great pride in their work, and it shows both in their attention to detail and their sincere concern for the guests’ comfort and experience. We will most definitely return!
The rooms were updated and spotlessly clean! The owners take great pride in their work, and it shows both in their attention to detail and their sincere concern for the guests’ comfort and experience. We will most definitely return!
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Elaine
Aug 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I have stayed at the Bay Inn many times and it has always been a reasonably priced motel that is very clean, safe, and convenient. The owner/manager lives on-site, and they are very helpful.
I have stayed at the Bay Inn many times and it has always been a reasonably priced motel that is very clean, safe, and convenient. The owner/manager lives on-site, and they are very helpful.
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Susan
Jan 9, 2026
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Stayed 7 nights
The owner and his wife were lovely, friendly, and accommodating hosts. The room was renovated and extremely clean. The bed was very comfortable, and the refrigerator was larger than normal, with a separate freezer section. The property was clean, quiet, and well kept. Parking was very convenient, right behind the building. The price is more than reasonable, and they deserve the high rating they have. I would stay there again in a heartbeat and highly recommend The Bay Inn!!
The owner and his wife were lovely, friendly, and accommodating hosts. The room was renovated and extremely clean. The bed was very comfortable, and the refrigerator was larger than normal, with a separate freezer section. The property was clean, quiet, and well kept. Parking was very convenient, right behind the building. The price is more than reasonable, and they deserve the high rating they have. I would stay there again in a heartbeat and highly recommend The Bay Inn!!
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Martha
Jul 21, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
We always enjoy our stay, and we know upon arrival we’ll be greeted, checked in quickly and accommodated with anything we need! Always spotlessly clean and comfortable room
We always enjoy our stay, and we know upon arrival we’ll be greeted, checked in quickly and accommodated with anything we need! Always spotlessly clean and comfortable room
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Rooms
Recently updated rooms are compact but comfortable, with modern bathrooms, useful mini-fridges/microwaves, and generally reliable Wi-Fi. Some guests found beds firm or squeaky and layouts tight.
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Oleg
Jul 25, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Small and very quiet place about 100 yards from the beach, with recently upgraded and very clean rooms.
Small and very quiet place about 100 yards from the beach, with recently upgraded and very clean rooms.
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Elizabeth
Jul 28, 2025
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Stayed 8 nights
It was easy enough checking in and out, it was a nice, clean room as described: microwave oven, iron and board, and mini-fridge included. It was affordable and honestly everything was better than expected especially considering its close access to the water. It's central to the area, not too out of the way and offers a private inner courtyard which was nice.The owners/staff were very accommodating, informative and friendly. If I'm ever back in the area, I'll be sure to book again!
It was easy enough checking in and out, it was a nice, clean room as described: microwave oven, iron and board, and mini-fridge included. It was affordable and honestly everything was better than expected especially considering its close access to the water. It's central to the area, not too out of the way and offers a private inner courtyard which was nice.The owners/staff were very accommodating, informative and friendly. If I'm ever back in the area, I'll be sure to book again!
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Peter
Dec 23, 2023
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This is a one -story building 2 blocks from the water, so the ocean view is a complete lie. But the room was immaculately clean, and it's walking distance to a grocery store, restaurants, a coffee shop, and a bar or two. Quiet neighborhood as well. Very small place without many amenities, and bed made a lot of noise.
This is a one -story building 2 blocks from the water, so the ocean view is a complete lie. But the room was immaculately clean, and it's walking distance to a grocery store, restaurants, a coffee shop, and a bar or two. Quiet neighborhood as well. Very small place without many amenities, and bed made a lot of noise.
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tod
Aug 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This hotel is a bit of throwback of the motor lodges of yesteryear: but it's ultra-modern. All rooms have been completely remodeled from top to bottom. Absolutely perfect find. A 90 second walk to the beach (Norfolk Beaches) which is almost an isolated area its self. Nothing like Va Beach or OC Md where people are on top of each other - we were 100 yards from the closest family AND they have lifeguards. The owner showed me around the property - takes great pride in what he and his wife have and is very friendly. Back to the property: It's low profile and although almost hidden from sight - its on the main road. Even has a well- cared for courtyard enclosed within the square shape of the property. Perfect area to let the kids safely stretch their legs, plenty of seating. plants: i just can't say enough about The Bay Inn in Norfolk and owners. Honestly, after traveling and staying in literally, every sort of property for 40 years, these independent owners have completely outdone them all. I will unequivocally come back, and back and back. Loved it!
This hotel is a bit of throwback of the motor lodges of yesteryear: but it's ultra-modern. All rooms have been completely remodeled from top to bottom. Absolutely perfect find. A 90 second walk to the beach (Norfolk Beaches) which is almost an isolated area its self. Nothing like Va Beach or OC Md where people are on top of each other - we were 100 yards from the closest family AND they have lifeguards. The owner showed me around the property - takes great pride in what he and his wife have and is very friendly. Back to the property: It's low profile and although almost hidden from sight - its on the main road. Even has a well- cared for courtyard enclosed within the square shape of the property. Perfect area to let the kids safely stretch their legs, plenty of seating. plants: i just can't say enough about The Bay Inn in Norfolk and owners. Honestly, after traveling and staying in literally, every sort of property for 40 years, these independent owners have completely outdone them all. I will unequivocally come back, and back and back. Loved it!
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Angela
Oct 14, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice little place to stay, we just found the bed very uncomfortable.
Nice little place to stay, we just found the bed very uncomfortable.
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Linda
Jun 13, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The rooms are compact but have everything we need, clean, and well-stocked. All rooms on ground floor opening onto courtyard. 3rd time we stayed here.
The rooms are compact but have everything we need, clean, and well-stocked. All rooms on ground floor opening onto courtyard. 3rd time we stayed here.
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Mike
Jul 29, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was smaller than I thought after viewing the pictures. It took a few minutes to get hot water in the shower. Overall it was fine for our one night stay.
The room was smaller than I thought after viewing the pictures. It took a few minutes to get hot water in the shower. Overall it was fine for our one night stay.
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Julia
May 31, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Totally recommend! Easy to find, great location directly at the beach, easy parking, super nice and helpful staff, room was clean, Wifi worked great, the room had a small fridge, a microwave, a coffee machine, a nice TV and a really nice renovated bathroom with a beautiful shower. and the inside of the bay inn has beautiful flowers and greenery, really nice! I would not hesitate and book this again when I am back in the area!
Totally recommend! Easy to find, great location directly at the beach, easy parking, super nice and helpful staff, room was clean, Wifi worked great, the room had a small fridge, a microwave, a coffee machine, a nice TV and a really nice renovated bathroom with a beautiful shower. and the inside of the bay inn has beautiful flowers and greenery, really nice! I would not hesitate and book this again when I am back in the area!
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Anthony D
Aug 1, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Check in was nice and easy. Everyone incredibly nice on the property. Room was super clean and well kept. Parking lot is a bit small but efficient. Easy access to beach. If I had anything negative to say it would be that the beds are a bit stiff, but overall not bad at all! I definitely recommend staying here
Check in was nice and easy. Everyone incredibly nice on the property. Room was super clean and well kept. Parking lot is a bit small but efficient. Easy access to beach. If I had anything negative to say it would be that the beds are a bit stiff, but overall not bad at all! I definitely recommend staying here
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Christopher
Jul 29, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
First visit--this really is a gem at the price. Old building but very well maintained and some modern touches--like a bathroom mirror so high tech I'm a little scared of it :-). Fridge is big enough to be useful and freezer works. Everything is clean, check-in and parking are convenient, courtyard is sheltered and has chairs, wifi is reliable, everything works. The neighborhood behind is a bonus: old homes with kids playing everywhere, looks potentially great for getting some exercise away from traffic. Bed is modern and comfy. More than adequately powerful heat/AC blows right on the bed: I know some people don't like that but there's no other way it can be with the building design--and there's a heatwave on and I'm grateful for it.
First visit--this really is a gem at the price. Old building but very well maintained and some modern touches--like a bathroom mirror so high tech I'm a little scared of it :-). Fridge is big enough to be useful and freezer works. Everything is clean, check-in and parking are convenient, courtyard is sheltered and has chairs, wifi is reliable, everything works. The neighborhood behind is a bonus: old homes with kids playing everywhere, looks potentially great for getting some exercise away from traffic. Bed is modern and comfy. More than adequately powerful heat/AC blows right on the bed: I know some people don't like that but there's no other way it can be with the building design--and there's a heatwave on and I'm grateful for it.
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Service
Owners and staff are widely praised as friendly, professional, and accommodating, with easy check-in and helpful assistance. A small number reported brusque interactions or strict checkout enforcement.
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Lynn
Sep 1, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
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!!!
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!!!
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Terrance
Mar 26, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Overall it was not a bad stay. Pro's: Room was clean Check-in was easy The person who checked me in attempted to accommodate my needs Cons: Trying to take a shower at night/early was not possible. The water would take a half hour to heat up Wifi was okay, not great The biggest con and I don't care if they try to deny it. One of them went into my room while I was gone less than 24 hours into my stay. There is no call for this and I don't care what excuse they give.
Overall it was not a bad stay. Pro's: Room was clean Check-in was easy The person who checked me in attempted to accommodate my needs Cons: Trying to take a shower at night/early was not possible. The water would take a half hour to heat up Wifi was okay, not great The biggest con and I don't care if they try to deny it. One of them went into my room while I was gone less than 24 hours into my stay. There is no call for this and I don't care what excuse they give.
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Fred
Aug 10, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
It was pleasant if not extraordinary. The gentleman at check in desk was mildly rude and short with me in check in and check out. A free continental breakfast or free muffin and juice would have been nice. Loud voices in courtyard just feet from my room kept me awake late into the night. A sign to let visitors know that is inappropriate would have been good.
It was pleasant if not extraordinary. The gentleman at check in desk was mildly rude and short with me in check in and check out. A free continental breakfast or free muffin and juice would have been nice. Loud voices in courtyard just feet from my room kept me awake late into the night. A sign to let visitors know that is inappropriate would have been good.
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James
Dec 29, 2024
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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..
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..
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Jason
Dec 31, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Staff was amazing. I called saying I would not be in until late. Their front desk is normally closed at that time. On the phone he told me when I got there to dial on the phone and someone would come up to the desk. Told them what time I would be there and he was at the desk waiting for me and chuckled I was 6 minutes early. Such geat service!
Staff was amazing. I called saying I would not be in until late. Their front desk is normally closed at that time. On the phone he told me when I got there to dial on the phone and someone would come up to the desk. Told them what time I would be there and he was at the desk waiting for me and chuckled I was 6 minutes early. Such geat service!
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Michael
Jul 14, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
The building is older but don't let it fool you. A quaint 60's era motel that is remodeled and up to date inside with the outside feel of a 1960s mom and pop motel. This is going to be my permanent stop when visiting Norfolk. Nick and his wife are great. The Bay Inn is a family run business and you're treated like family when you stay here. Nick let me know if there were any problems on the property just let him know and he would take care of it. But I never had any problems. We stayed 5 days and wouldn't have had a problem staying 5 more. Nick, it was great meeting you and your wife and I can't wait until we come back to Norfolk to visit again!!
The building is older but don't let it fool you. A quaint 60's era motel that is remodeled and up to date inside with the outside feel of a 1960s mom and pop motel. This is going to be my permanent stop when visiting Norfolk. Nick and his wife are great. The Bay Inn is a family run business and you're treated like family when you stay here. Nick let me know if there were any problems on the property just let him know and he would take care of it. But I never had any problems. We stayed 5 days and wouldn't have had a problem staying 5 more. Nick, it was great meeting you and your wife and I can't wait until we come back to Norfolk to visit again!!
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Stine Gunvor
Mar 9, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Stayed here for 1 night, and it was great! Clean and fresh. The straff was helpful and friendly. Would absolutely stay here again:)
Stayed here for 1 night, and it was great! Clean and fresh. The straff was helpful and friendly. Would absolutely stay here again:)
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Trevor
Aug 10, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nick was great at check-in. Very friendly, thorough and polite. His wife keeps the rooms and was very clean and comfortable on my arrival and throughout my stay. I will definitely stay here next time I'm in town and recommend to others.
Nick was great at check-in. Very friendly, thorough and polite. His wife keeps the rooms and was very clean and comfortable on my arrival and throughout my stay. I will definitely stay here next time I'm in town and recommend to others.
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Richard
Mar 27, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
First of all, the room was clean and the bed comfortable. But the furnishings and decor could be described as lacking in warmth (all hard surfaces and sharp corners), which applies to the way I was received by the host when I arrived. My arrival was late (11 pm) after a long day of traveling, but well before the deadline for check-in (12 am). But when I picked up the desk phone (which then rings to call the host) the man who appeared offered no welcome or greeting. Rather he seemed annoyed by my arrival, chiding me for not hanging up the phone soon enough. It was perhaps the coldest reception I've ever had at a hotel or inn.
First of all, the room was clean and the bed comfortable. But the furnishings and decor could be described as lacking in warmth (all hard surfaces and sharp corners), which applies to the way I was received by the host when I arrived. My arrival was late (11 pm) after a long day of traveling, but well before the deadline for check-in (12 am). But when I picked up the desk phone (which then rings to call the host) the man who appeared offered no welcome or greeting. Rather he seemed annoyed by my arrival, chiding me for not hanging up the phone soon enough. It was perhaps the coldest reception I've ever had at a hotel or inn.
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Jeannette
Jul 31, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Really displeased with my checkout- since I'm using a hotel because I'm out of town, I used my last 30 minutes to figure out where I needed to go, the best route, etc. Precisely at 11 am, there was a very hard knock at my door. I opened it, and there was a man just leaving- I didn't know initially what it was about, so when I looked confused at him, he pointed at his watch and said, "checkout is at 11." While he has a point, I thought he could have handled it in a much more polite and courteous way- how did he know I wasn't having an emergency? I've stayed in a lot of hotels, and this was the rudest experience I've had- the inn itself is clean, but this left a really bad taste in my mouth. I will definitely not stay here again, and would not recommend it to others.
Really displeased with my checkout- since I'm using a hotel because I'm out of town, I used my last 30 minutes to figure out where I needed to go, the best route, etc. Precisely at 11 am, there was a very hard knock at my door. I opened it, and there was a man just leaving- I didn't know initially what it was about, so when I looked confused at him, he pointed at his watch and said, "checkout is at 11." While he has a point, I thought he could have handled it in a much more polite and courteous way- how did he know I wasn't having an emergency? I've stayed in a lot of hotels, and this was the rudest experience I've had- the inn itself is clean, but this left a really bad taste in my mouth. I will definitely not stay here again, and would not recommend it to others.
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Location
Quiet residential setting a short walk (about a block) to the bay beach, with restaurants and shops nearby; convenient for airport and area drives. A few guests found the surrounding area less appealing or felt uneasy walking at night.
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Lisa
Aug 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Oh my goodness! This little inn was quaint, clean, adorable & just across the street from a quiet beach area. The area is walkable, & there are some good places to eat. The bed was super comfy. The room was very clean. The gentleman who checked us in was so nice. Just a wonderful little place!
Oh my goodness! This little inn was quaint, clean, adorable & just across the street from a quiet beach area. The area is walkable, & there are some good places to eat. The bed was super comfy. The room was very clean. The gentleman who checked us in was so nice. Just a wonderful little place!
8
Dorothy
Aug 31, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
A little gem in Ocean View. I needed something simple for a quick overnight between OBX and Philadelphia and the Bay Inn in Ocean View is perfect. close to the Bay Bridge Tunnel. I love supporting local business, and this was no different. The owners are annually making renovations to bring property details up-to-date, like the beautifully finished bathrooms. One block to the beach.
A little gem in Ocean View. I needed something simple for a quick overnight between OBX and Philadelphia and the Bay Inn in Ocean View is perfect. close to the Bay Bridge Tunnel. I love supporting local business, and this was no different. The owners are annually making renovations to bring property details up-to-date, like the beautifully finished bathrooms. One block to the beach.
10
Oleg
Jul 25, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Small and very quiet place about 100 yards from the beach, with recently upgraded and very clean rooms.
Small and very quiet place about 100 yards from the beach, with recently upgraded and very clean rooms.
10
Marrissa
Jul 21, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
This property was great! The room was clean and nice! It also had the right amount of space. It was a block or so from the ocean which was nice since you didn’t have to drive. Close to local eateries and was a great price! It’s also only 30 minutes from Virginia Beach if you wanted to go down there. Definitely would stay here again. Quiet and all around more our atmosphere compared to VB. Plus the price is amazing. Now will just have to find a place to bring our pup next time since this place does not accept dogs at the moment.
This property was great! The room was clean and nice! It also had the right amount of space. It was a block or so from the ocean which was nice since you didn’t have to drive. Close to local eateries and was a great price! It’s also only 30 minutes from Virginia Beach if you wanted to go down there. Definitely would stay here again. Quiet and all around more our atmosphere compared to VB. Plus the price is amazing. Now will just have to find a place to bring our pup next time since this place does not accept dogs at the moment.
8
Jonathan
Oct 13, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The outside looks a little outdated but inside the rooms are cozy and quite nice. It was the outside that concerned me. I walked to a nearby McDonald's and saw several sketchy individuals wandering around, one was screaming gibberish at a library window. When I walked to the beach (which is easy walking distance so that's a plus) another started following me until she realized I was watching her so she scurried off. The hotel was great, just keep your head on a swivel if you go for a walk.
The outside looks a little outdated but inside the rooms are cozy and quite nice. It was the outside that concerned me. I walked to a nearby McDonald's and saw several sketchy individuals wandering around, one was screaming gibberish at a library window. When I walked to the beach (which is easy walking distance so that's a plus) another started following me until she realized I was watching her so she scurried off. The hotel was great, just keep your head on a swivel if you go for a walk.
10
Mary
Nov 26, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Convenient location in the heart of Ocean View right across from the beach, friendly owner.
Convenient location in the heart of Ocean View right across from the beach, friendly owner.
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Jospeh
Jun 3, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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
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
10
Renee
Aug 9, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Local restaurants within walking distance. Close to the airport without paying too much for convenience. Quiet location near the water.
Local restaurants within walking distance. Close to the airport without paying too much for convenience. Quiet location near the water.
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alexis
Aug 24, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Staff was very nice, area was very quiet and the beach was walking distance.
Staff was very nice, area was very quiet and the beach was walking distance.
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Liselotte
Aug 10, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Very good location, you can walk to the beach and to the ocean view pier
Very good location, you can walk to the beach and to the ocean view pier
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Eric
Sep 14, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This place is a hidden gem. When I look for a hotel pools are not my motivation. This hotel has no pools or breakfast. What it does have is a nice, safe, clean, private and comfortable room. A great bed and a shower that I wish I had at home. Powerful and hot and awesome. The owner is a great guy who really cares about his hotel. We try to stay at this hotel whenever we are in Va Beach.
This place is a hidden gem. When I look for a hotel pools are not my motivation. This hotel has no pools or breakfast. What it does have is a nice, safe, clean, private and comfortable room. A great bed and a shower that I wish I had at home. Powerful and hot and awesome. The owner is a great guy who really cares about his hotel. We try to stay at this hotel whenever we are in Va Beach.
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Fred
Aug 10, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
It was pleasant if not extraordinary. The gentleman at check in desk was mildly rude and short with me in check in and check out. A free continental breakfast or free muffin and juice would have been nice. Loud voices in courtyard just feet from my room kept me awake late into the night. A sign to let visitors know that is inappropriate would have been good.
It was pleasant if not extraordinary. The gentleman at check in desk was mildly rude and short with me in check in and check out. A free continental breakfast or free muffin and juice would have been nice. Loud voices in courtyard just feet from my room kept me awake late into the night. A sign to let visitors know that is inappropriate would have been good.
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Edward
Aug 5, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Loved the management The location was 150 yards to the beach. The management helped us us when we arrived early. Suggested us a breakfast location. Breakfast was excellent.. manager phoned us when room ready. They went over and above. Loved it.
Loved the management The location was 150 yards to the beach. The management helped us us when we arrived early. Suggested us a breakfast location. Breakfast was excellent.. manager phoned us when room ready. They went over and above. Loved it.
10
SANDY
Jul 10, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
So quiet and private, great staff
So quiet and private, great staff
10
Rebecca
Oct 20, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Loved The Bay. It’s across the street from the beach in a cute residential area with restaurants wihin walking distance. The folks running it are super friendly and we enjoyed meeting their dog. Although It’s an older motel, It’s completely renovated and well cared for. The bed was comfy and the room had a microwave and refrigerator with a small freezer. We plan to return next year for the same event.
Loved The Bay. It’s across the street from the beach in a cute residential area with restaurants wihin walking distance. The folks running it are super friendly and we enjoyed meeting their dog. Although It’s an older motel, It’s completely renovated and well cared for. The bed was comfy and the room had a microwave and refrigerator with a small freezer. We plan to return next year for the same event.
10
Marrissa
Jul 21, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
This property was great! The room was clean and nice! It also had the right amount of space. It was a block or so from the ocean which was nice since you didn’t have to drive. Close to local eateries and was a great price! It’s also only 30 minutes from Virginia Beach if you wanted to go down there. Definitely would stay here again. Quiet and all around more our atmosphere compared to VB. Plus the price is amazing. Now will just have to find a place to bring our pup next time since this place does not accept dogs at the moment.
This property was great! The room was clean and nice! It also had the right amount of space. It was a block or so from the ocean which was nice since you didn’t have to drive. Close to local eateries and was a great price! It’s also only 30 minutes from Virginia Beach if you wanted to go down there. Definitely would stay here again. Quiet and all around more our atmosphere compared to VB. Plus the price is amazing. Now will just have to find a place to bring our pup next time since this place does not accept dogs at the moment.
10
Ronel
Dec 4, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Very clean, pleasant staff no vending machines but stores near by. Room was spacious and comfortable
Very clean, pleasant staff no vending machines but stores near by. Room was spacious and comfortable
8
Scott
Jul 13, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Place was just fine for my stay, was very clean, A/C worked fine, and was walking distance to restaurants and beach
Place was just fine for my stay, was very clean, A/C worked fine, and was walking distance to restaurants and beach
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Richard
Jul 15, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
The Bay Inn was very convenient for the price and was very neat. It is clear the owners care about the appearance of the hotel and I would stay here again in a heartbeat. We walked to dinner at the Ocean View Fishing Pier one night and to an Italian place another night. 10/10!
The Bay Inn was very convenient for the price and was very neat. It is clear the owners care about the appearance of the hotel and I would stay here again in a heartbeat. We walked to dinner at the Ocean View Fishing Pier one night and to an Italian place another night. 10/10!
10
Renee
Aug 9, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Local restaurants within walking distance. Close to the airport without paying too much for convenience. Quiet location near the water.
Local restaurants within walking distance. Close to the airport without paying too much for convenience. Quiet location near the water.
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Skigh
6 days ago
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Stayed 2 nights
Really clean nice place. You can tell this is run by a family and not a big business.
Really clean nice place. You can tell this is run by a family and not a big business.
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James
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
The Bay Inn is so convenient to visiting the Norfolk/VA Beach area. We especially appreciated management accommodating our schedule as we were headed to an all-day festival. Everything we needed for a quick weekend getaway!
The Bay Inn is so convenient to visiting the Norfolk/VA Beach area. We especially appreciated management accommodating our schedule as we were headed to an all-day festival. Everything we needed for a quick weekend getaway!
10
Jenipher
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 4 nights
I had to have a planned abdominal surgery the day after we checked in, Our room was very nice the bed was comfortable and made my first couple days recovery relaxing, we watched TV and ordered in food. The shower felt great the bathroom was clean, there was a microwave and coffee pot with all the fixings and a refrigerator. The housekeeping staff was very friendly and so was the hotel manager.
I had to have a planned abdominal surgery the day after we checked in, Our room was very nice the bed was comfortable and made my first couple days recovery relaxing, we watched TV and ordered in food. The shower felt great the bathroom was clean, there was a microwave and coffee pot with all the fixings and a refrigerator. The housekeeping staff was very friendly and so was the hotel manager.
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Nicole
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
We picked Bay Inn at the last minute based on the rating and reviews. It’s an older building but the rooms were nicely remodeled and clean. I would stay here anytime because it meets the basic needs that we look for.
We picked Bay Inn at the last minute based on the rating and reviews. It’s an older building but the rooms were nicely remodeled and clean. I would stay here anytime because it meets the basic needs that we look for.
10
Anne or Patrick
Sep 16, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
We have been to the inn our first time 3 years ago and any time we are in the area we plan and hope to spend time at the inn.
We have been to the inn our first time 3 years ago and any time we are in the area we plan and hope to spend time at the inn.
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FAQs about Bay Inn Hotel
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free self-parking is available on-site.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee of USD 25.
Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located in Norfolk, within a 10-minute drive of Naval Station Norfolk and Norfolk Botanical Garden. It is approximately 0.2 km from Norfolk Beaches and Chesapeake Bay, and 7.1 mi from Old Dominion University.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, but specific age policies for free stays are not mentioned.
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- 2026-10-30: 105.50158673057557USD
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- 2026-11-01: 86.00091546783447USD
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- 2026-11-20: 98.03610650062562USD
- 2026-11-21: 98.03610650062562USD
- 2026-11-22: 86.1981230430603USD
- 2026-11-23: 86.00091546783447USD
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- 2026-11-26: 110.05129904289247USD
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- 2026-11-28: 110.30449896278382USD
- 2026-11-29: 86.00091546783447USD
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- 2026-12-01: 86.00091546783447USD
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- 2026-12-04: 98.03610650062562USD
- 2026-12-05: 98.03610650062562USD
- 2026-12-06: 86.21931304244995USD
- 2026-12-07: 86.21931304244995USD
- 2026-12-08: 86.21931304244995USD
- 2026-12-09: 86.00091546783447USD
- 2026-12-10: 86.1981230430603USD
- 2026-12-11: 98.03610650062562USD
- 2026-12-12: 98.30491604385377USD
- 2026-12-13: 86.22635923156739USD
- 2026-12-14: 86.21931304244995USD
- 2026-12-15: 86.00091546783447USD
- 2026-12-16: 86.00091546783447USD
- 2026-12-17: 86.00091546783447USD
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - midnight. The front desk is 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.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 21 years old.
- 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, 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
- Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
- Contactless check-out is available.
- 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.
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