What is Downtown Norfolk like?

Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Norfolk's Downtown Norfolk neighbourhood has to offer. Make sure that you visit The NorVa and Chrysler Hall as part of your Downtown Norfolk travel plans.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in Downtown Norfolk?

Based on our traveller data, Wyndham Garden Norfolk Downtown is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Norfolk. This hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness centre. Other good options for your stay in the area include Norfolk Waterside Marriott and Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel .

How many hotels should I expect to find in Downtown Norfolk?

With 14 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown Norfolk to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater Norfolk area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Norfolk, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available in Downtown Norfolk.

What are the top things to see and do in Downtown Norfolk?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at USS Wisconsin BB-64, Douglas MacArthur Memorial or Nauticus National Maritime Center during your stay in Downtown Norfolk. You could also plan a visit to The NorVa or Chrysler Hall while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Norfolk include Norva Theater, Roper Performing Arts Center and Perry Family Arts Center. While you're out sightseeing, D'Art Center and Wells Theater are a couple of additional sights to visit in Norfolk.

How can I get around Downtown Norfolk and the greater Norfolk area?

Looking for a quick way to explore more of the city? Catch a ride on metro transit at Monticello Station and MacArthur Square Station.

Top 10 Downtown Norfolk Hotels of 2026

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A modern interior with a central art installation, white walls, and a reflective floor.

1. Glass Light Hotel & Gallery, Autograph Collection

Downtown Norfolk

Rick

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a high ceiling with a geometric design.

2. Norfolk Waterside Marriott

Downtown Norfolk

Ausra

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern bar area with a menu board, bar stools, and a variety of beverages.

3. Courtyard by Marriott Norfolk Downtown

Downtown Norfolk

Gina

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large indoor plant.

4. Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel

Downtown Norfolk

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includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A spacious lobby with a central chandelier, multiple seating areas, and a marble floor.

5. Wyndham Garden Norfolk Downtown

Downtown Norfolk

Sherry

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A modern interior with a black leather sofa, green and yellow chairs, and a patterned floor.

6. Hilton Norfolk The Main

Downtown Norfolk

JaNese

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A restaurant with a bar area, seating, and a view of the outdoors.

7. Quality Inn & Suites Olde Town

1.9 km from Downtown Norfolk

Rebecca

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

A lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a television.

8. Hampton Inn & Suites Norfolk-Airport

7.8 km from Downtown Norfolk

Ronald

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a wooden TV stand, a sofa, a coffee table, and a window with curtains.

9. Delta Hotels by Marriott Norfolk Airport

7.7 km from Downtown Norfolk

Tyruiq

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A breakfast area with a sign reading "TOP IT BREAKFAST" and various food items displayed on the counter.

10. Tru By Hilton Norfolk Airport

8.9 km from Downtown Norfolk

Kenneth

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

11. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Norfolk Airport by IHG

7.1 km from Downtown Norfolk

Donald

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

An outdoor seating area with stone walls, a fire pit, and green chairs.

12. Home2 Suites by Hilton Norfolk Airport

7.5 km from Downtown Norfolk

Rhonda

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, pendant lighting, and a large wall-mounted artwork.

13. Fairfield Inn and Suites By Marriott Chesapeake

8.9 km from Downtown Norfolk

Shannon

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

An outdoor seating area with cushioned benches, a fire feature, and ambient lighting.

14. Aloft by Marriott Chesapeake

9 km from Downtown Norfolk

Alfred Hopson

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A swimming pool with a tiled deck, lounge chairs, and a table.

15. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Norfolk Virginia Beach

9.2 km from Downtown Norfolk

Adam

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a phone, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

16. Comfort Inn & Suites Virginia Beach - Norfolk Airport

9.6 km from Downtown Norfolk

Juana

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk with drawers, a suitcase, and a view of a shopping center.

17. Hyatt Place Virginia Beach Town Center

13.6 km from Downtown Norfolk

Keira

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A hotel dining area with tables and chairs, large windows with blinds, and a patterned carpet.

18. Hampton Inn Norfolk-Naval Base

9.2 km from Downtown Norfolk

Kathy

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, string lights, and a canopy.

19. Delta Hotels by Marriott Chesapeake Norfolk

8.1 km from Downtown Norfolk

Willie

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A modern hotel exterior with outdoor seating, a covered patio, and a car parked nearby.

20. Hyatt Studios Chesapeake

10.2 km from Downtown Norfolk

Joseph

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Norfolk

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Glass Light Hotel & Gallery, Autograph Collection	3.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 850 reviews	View
Norfolk Waterside Marriott	3.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,031 reviews	View
Hilton Norfolk The Main	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View
Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel	3.5 star property	8.2 Very good 1,003 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott Norfolk Downtown	3.0 star property	7.8 Good 1,000 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown Norfolk

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A coastal town with a sandy beach, a pier, and residential buildings along the shore.

East Ocean View

If you're spending some time in East Ocean View, Norfolk Beaches and Chesapeake Bay are top sights worth seeing.

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A beach with tall grass in the foreground, a wooden fence, and a few people in the distance.

Ocean View

While there might not be top attractions in Ocean View, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Ocean View Beach and Norfolk Beaches.

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A beach with a wooden pier extending into the ocean, a lifeguard tower, and a small building with a blue roof.

Willoughby Spit

If you're spending some time in Willoughby Spit, Norfolk Beaches and Chesapeake Bay are top sights worth seeing.

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A marina with boats, a bridge, and buildings along a river.

Bayview

While Bayview isn't home to many top sights, Norfolk Beaches and Ocean View Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Cottage Park

If you're spending some time in Cottage Park, Norfolk Beaches and Chesapeake Bay are top sights worth seeing.

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Top Downtown Norfolk Hotel Reviews

Wyndham Virginia Beach Oceanfront

10/10 Excellent

"Gorgeous view, super accommodating staff, clean + comfortable room and expansive private beach! Loved our stay here! ✨🌊🐾"

Sandcastle Resort On The Beach

8/10 Good

"Location is perfect, has everything you could possibly want at the property, groceries, alcohol, clothes, beach items, rental items and restaurants Down side was one very rude front desk women but there were also a couple very nice and helpful Especially the younger man with the big hair😊.Elevators were either broken or very slow and it wasn’t even busy. I asked for housekeeping and they never showed up and I had to go to the desk to change towels. Never once was there house keeping on our floor that I saw."

Hotels in Downtown Norfolk

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Our top choices for Downtown Norfolk hotels

1. Glass Light Hotel & Gallery, Autograph Collection

2. Norfolk Waterside Marriott

3. Courtyard by Marriott Norfolk Downtown

4. Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel

5. Wyndham Garden Norfolk Downtown

6. Hilton Norfolk The Main

7. Quality Inn & Suites Olde Town

8. Hampton Inn & Suites Norfolk-Airport

9. Delta Hotels by Marriott Norfolk Airport

10. Tru By Hilton Norfolk Airport

11. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Norfolk Airport by IHG

12. Home2 Suites by Hilton Norfolk Airport

13. Fairfield Inn and Suites By Marriott Chesapeake

14. Aloft by Marriott Chesapeake

15. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Norfolk Virginia Beach

16. Comfort Inn & Suites Virginia Beach - Norfolk Airport

17. Hyatt Place Virginia Beach Town Center

18. Hampton Inn Norfolk-Naval Base

19. Delta Hotels by Marriott Chesapeake Norfolk

20. Hyatt Studios Chesapeake

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