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The Bay Inn

2.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Norfolk motel

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Basic Double Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Front of property
Exterior
Hair dryer, towels

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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315 East Ocean View Avenue, Norfolk, VA, 23503
  • Place, Norfolk Beaches
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Community Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocean View Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Airport, Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(197 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Full Bed, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Basic Double Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Double Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Norfolk

Close to the beach.Within 6 miles (10 km) of this Norfolk motel, you'll find Naval Station Norfolk and Norfolk Botanical Garden. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Old Dominion University and Sentara Norfolk General Hospital.
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What's nearby

  • Norfolk Beaches - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Community Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Ocean View Beach - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Sarah Constant Shrine Beach - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Oceanview Fishing Pier - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Mudita - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cap'n Ron's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬9 min walk

About this property

The Bay Inn

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Norfolk motel
As a guest of The Bay Inn, you'll find a vending machine, a garden, and a picnic area. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Norfolk motel.

  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
The Bay Inn offers 21 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers.

This Norfolk motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Cable television is provided. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

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

More

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

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • 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.

  • Late check-out fee: USD 25

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 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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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 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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Bay Inn to the airport?

The Bay Inn is 5.7 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 The Bay Inn?

As of Jan 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Bay Inn on Feb 1, 2026 start from $63.0, 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 The Bay Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Bay Inn.

How close is The Bay Inn to the beach?

This motel is a short 2-minute walk from Norfolk Beaches and 4-minute walk from Community Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Bay Inn offer free breakfast?

The Bay Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Bay Inn?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Rivers Casino Portsmouth (20-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Bay Inn?

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

Is there free parking at The Bay Inn?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does The Bay Inn have a pool?

The Bay Inn does not have a pool.

Does The Bay Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is The Bay Inn to downtown Norfolk?

The Bay Inn is 7.5 mi away from Norfolk.

The Bay Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 774 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 152 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 1001 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

NaeDean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Walcott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Air conditioning was effective, parking was no issue. Staff was always available.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kendell

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

8/10 Good

Susan

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

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Delfini

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly customer service.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The A/C was comfortable. The TV did not work the shower-head very low water pressure. The room was very clean. There were plenty of towel’s it was a convenient location for my trip.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deloris

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

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

6/10 Okay

Alyssa

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

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

Always the Best in Norfolk

When traveling to the Norfolk/Virginia Beach this is my go to place to stay. Price ias always reasonable, even during the summer. I can always expect a quiet nights sleep. This property is not for those who wish to party all night.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

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

10/10 Excellent

Denise

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

10/10 Excellent

michael mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
quiet neiborhood, good price nice owner
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, all amenities very quaint courtyard. For an older motel has nice upgrades in the rooms. Staff very friendly. Would definitely stay here again if in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

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

Awesome hotel

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melvin

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

10/10 Excellent

Danny

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

10/10 Excellent

Lucas

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenipher

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

Small Inn! Big surprise! Nice place!

We had an amazing stay. It was very unexpected. It was a small inn. The staff was very friendly. The room was very clean. The bed was comfortable. It included a coffee pot with coffee and tea as well as cream sugar and stir sticks in a pack. Also a microwave that had plates and plastic wire with it and a small refrigerator with the freezer. We had a great stay and will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

10/10 Excellent

DARLENE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel is walking distance from the beach and close to restaurants. It’s a simple place but it’s clean and I would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025