Ocean View Inn

2.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this beachfront Norfolk motel

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Reception
Free toiletries, towels
BBQ/picnic area
Full-size fridge, microwave
Exterior

Reviews

5.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
1020 E. Ocean View Avenue, Norfolk, VA, 23503
  • Norfolk Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Ocean View Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Naval Station Norfolk
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Studio, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Studio, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Norfolk

On the beach.With a stay at this Cottage Line motel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Norfolk Beaches and 2 miles (3 km) of Ocean View Beach. Sarah Constant Shrine Beach and Oceanview Fishing Pier are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Norfolk Beaches - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Ocean View Beach - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Oceanview Fishing Pier - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Naval Station Norfolk - 8 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Norfolk Botanical Garden - 8 min drive - 5.2 miles

Getting around

  • Norfolk Station - 20 min drive
  • Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Ocean View Inn

Enjoy the free WiFi at this beachfront Norfolk motel
A private beach is featured. As a guest of Ocean View Inn, you'll find a terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine. Public spaces have free WiFi. Ocean View Inn also features a picnic area and laundry facilities.

This Norfolk motel is smoke free.

  • 68 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1980
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Ocean View Inn offers 68 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary toiletries. Rooms open to balconies. Beds feature premium bedding. Kitchenettes offer full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. LCD televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Languages

English, Hindi

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 5
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 5.00

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 6 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in fee: USD 5 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 5.00 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Up to 2 children 6 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Ocean View Inn.

Property is also known as

Ocean View Inn Norfolk
Ocean View Inn Motel
Ocean View Inn Norfolk
Ocean View Inn Motel Norfolk

Frequently asked questions

How close is Ocean View Inn to the airport?

Ocean View Inn is 5.6 mi (12-min drive) away from the Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Ocean View Inn?

As of May 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ocean View Inn on Jun 2, 2025 start from $74.87, excluding 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.

Does Ocean View Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Ocean View Inn.

How close is Ocean View Inn to the beach?

This motel is on a private beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Ocean View Inn offer free breakfast?

Ocean View Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Ocean View Inn?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Rivers Casino Portsmouth (21-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Ocean View Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in costs USD 5 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Ocean View Inn?

Free parking is not available at this motel.

Does Ocean View Inn have a pool?

Ocean View Inn does not have a pool.

Does Ocean View Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Ocean View Inn to downtown Norfolk?

Ocean View Inn is 7.4 mi away from Norfolk.

Ocean View Inn Reviews

Reviews

5.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 90 out of 582 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 82 out of 582 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 88 out of 582 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 98 out of 582 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 224 out of 582 reviews

4.6/10

Cleanliness

5.6/10

Staff & service

4.6/10

Amenities

4.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Sha-Ron

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Levon and Santana

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

2/10 Terrible

Vernita

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was a rat in the room and told management and they did not assist with it at all
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Levon and Santana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ashley

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Ashley

Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Stephanie

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

Terrible Room and Terrible Service

This "non-smoking" room smelled of cigarettes, including the pillows. No top sheet, no phone, no hot water, no soap or shampoo and a carpet that defies description. No view and no coffee pot in the room, no coffee in the foyer or anywhere nearby to purchase. A staff that was rude and scary. I was actually threatened when I asked for assistance with the television.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Gregory

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Washers and dryers where old and beat up, worn out and actually only one of each worked.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

TERRI

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

T

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Taylor

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ocean puke inn

Im not typically ever a complainer but people should know this place is a bit rough not for the faint of heart. When i got in there was fecies floating in the toilet and it was dirty as hell all over the bathroom. Bugs yerin and dirt and food splatters. Microwave was gross covered in old food.The sheets had dirt on them and stains. I dropped my phone under the bed and there were used syringes. Sticky counter by the bathroom. Shower had who knows what film dirt scum etc.in addition to that super freezing cold night. Right on the water. The heater is too old to work or put out any heat no matter how high you put it. Frozen in the dirty motel is a vibe you will never forget unfortunately and youre sure to shiver a little each time you remember.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Brianna

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was terrible
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vernita

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Revolting, checked out after one night

Disgusting. Fresh blood on the sheets, mattress cover smeared with something brown (with fingerprints, so done on purpose) and had cigarette burns in it, naked frayed ends of wires hanging out of the walls, smelled musty, toilet did not flush, no hot water. Dried silly string stuck to the walls. Heat broken, only worked at 85 degrees. Was supposed to stay two nights, checked out after one, did not get any money back. Will be appealing to hotels.com
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Brittany

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Saran

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Vanessa

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Octavia

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Jon

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

John

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Worst of them all

The experience at this hotel was profoundly disappointing, failing to align with the expectations set by its pricing. Guests may find themselves questioning the value they receive for the amount spent, as the accommodations do not meet even the most basic standards of comfort and service. The disparity between cost and quality is stark, leading to a sense of dissatisfaction that overshadows any potential positives. Upon arrival, it became evident that the hotel did not live up to its advertised amenities and services. The condition of the rooms was subpar, with issues ranging from inadequate cleanliness to outdated furnishings. Such shortcomings are particularly disheartening given the financial investment required for a stay, leaving patrons feeling as though they have not received a fair return on their expenditure. In summary, this hotel represents a regrettable choice for travelers seeking a pleasant and worthwhile lodging experience. The lack of correlation between the price charged and the quality of the stay creates a frustrating scenario for guests. It is advisable for potential visitors to consider alternative accommodations that offer a more equitable balance of cost and comfort.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Sharletta

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rudeness was unbearable
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024