Best Western Plus Holiday Sands Inn & Suites

2.5 star property
Hotel on the beach, with seasonal outdoor pool

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Oceanfront (Larger Room;with Sofabed) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Exterior
Lobby
Room amenity

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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1330 E Ocean View Ave, Norfolk, VA, 23503
  • Place, Norfolk Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Community Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocean View Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Oceanfront (Walk-in Shower;with Sofabed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (with Sofabed)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(29 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Pet Friendly;with Sofabed)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Pet Friendly;with Sofabed)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Oceanfront (Walk-in Shower;Pet Friendly)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen (with Sofabed)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(24 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Oceanfront (Larger Room;with Sofabed)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Pet Friendly, Full Kitchen)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Full Kitchen)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Apartment, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen (with Sofabed)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Oceanfront (Pet Friendly)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Oceanfront

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Larger Room, Sofabed, Balcony, Ocean Front, Kitchen

  • Sleeps 4

King Suite - Non-Smoking/ Pet Friendly Room

  • Sleeps 4

Suite-1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Separate Bedroom, Sofabed, Living Area, Microwave and Mini-Refrigerator

  • Sleeps 4

One Bedroom Queen Suite with Two Queen Beds with Kitchen - Non smoking

  • Sleeps 6

Queen Room with Sofa Bed - Ocean Front/Disability Access

  • Sleeps 4

2 Queen Bed Room With Ocean Front And Balcony Pet Friendly Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Pet Friendly/Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

Queen Suite with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking/Pet Friendly Room

  • Sleeps 6

Accessible Pet Friendly Ocean Front Queen Room with Walk in Shower

  • Sleeps 4

Ocean Front 2 Queen Room with Balcony

  • Sleeps 4

King Suite With Sofabed-Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

Standard Apartment, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen (with Sofabed)

  • Sleeps 6

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About the neighborhood

Norfolk

Located in Cottage Line, Best Western Plus Holiday Sands Inn & Suites is next to Norfolk Beaches and Chesapeake Bay. This 85-room hotel has free breakfast along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Norfolk Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Community Beach - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Ocean View Beach - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Maple Avenue Dog Park - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Naval Station Norfolk - 8 min drive - 4.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Mudita - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Big Boss Burrito - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Best Western Plus Holiday Sands Inn & Suites

Hotel on the beach, with seasonal outdoor pool
Best Western Plus Holiday Sands Inn & Suites features a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and a 24-hour business center. A stay here includes free parking. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with dry cleaning/laundry and securing valuables. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers an off-leash area. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a seasonal outdoor pool, coffee/tea in a common area, and a computer station.
Guests can expect flat-screen TVs with cable channels, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Along with relaxing touches like hydromassage showers and deep soaking tubs, bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Gym
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Lever door handles
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 5 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub or hydromassage showerhead
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 6 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from September 5 to May 27:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 30 per pet, per night (maximum USD 100 per stay), plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 50
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total (80 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • An off-leash area is available
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 250 per accommodation, per stay
  • Breakage deposit: USD 250.00 per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per night (maximum USD 100 per stay) plus USD 50 one-time cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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

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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
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 affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
  • Check-in: 4 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • The minimum check-in age for Spring Break is 21 years old.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from May 24 to September 06.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Best Western Holiday Inn
Best Western Holiday Sands
Best Western Holiday Sands Inn
Best Western Plus Holiday Sands
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Best Western Plus Holiday Sands Inn Norfolk
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Holiday Inn Plus
Holiday Inn Sands
Best Western Norfolk
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Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near Best Western Plus Holiday Sands Inn & Suites?

This hotel is situated in Cottage Line, just steps from Chesapeake Bay and Norfolk Beaches. You'll also find Naval Station Norfolk and Ocean View Beach within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Plus Holiday Sands Inn & Suites?

As of Dec 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Plus Holiday Sands Inn & Suites on Jan 1, 2026 start from $76.49, 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.

Is there parking available at Best Western Plus Holiday Sands Inn & Suites?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Though parking is limited, accessible parking is also available.

Does Best Western Plus Holiday Sands Inn & Suites have a casino on the premises?

No, Best Western Plus Holiday Sands Inn & Suites doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Best Western Plus Holiday Sands Inn & Suites?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. The seasonal pool will be open from May 24 until September 06.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Best Western Plus Holiday Sands Inn & Suites?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this beachfront hotel include a soaking tub and free Internet access in each guestroom with some featuring ocean views.

Are there hot tubs at Best Western Plus Holiday Sands Inn & Suites?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Best Western Plus Holiday Sands Inn & Suites feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Best Western Plus Holiday Sands Inn & Suites offers free full breakfasts each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Best Western Plus Holiday Sands Inn & Suites allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Best Western Plus Holiday Sands Inn & Suites for a fee of USD 30 per pet, per night. The property also provides an off-leash area.

Are there connecting rooms at Best Western Plus Holiday Sands Inn & Suites?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Where is the closest airport to Best Western Plus Holiday Sands Inn & Suites?

The closest major airport to Best Western Plus Holiday Sands Inn & Suites is Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF), which is 5.9 mi away (12 minutes by car). Another top airport is Newport News - Williamsburg Intl. Airport (PHF), which is located 22.8 mi away (29-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Best Western Plus Holiday Sands Inn & Suites?

Yes, some guestrooms at Best Western Plus Holiday Sands Inn & Suites offer a balcony and may feature ocean views.

Best Western Plus Holiday Sands Inn & Suites Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 437 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 270 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 144 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 77 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 78 out of 1006 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay was nice and staff was great.The floors in the bathroom and small kitchen needed to be swept and mopped. That was the only negative thing of staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Juan

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

Wonderful place to stay!

It was very nice! The showers were kind of in need of updating. It was a bit pricy.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Silvana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We've been back here every summer for 8 years. The beach is quiet and surounded by nature, the pool is tidy and good for families and the complimentary breakfast is great. If you are particular about your bedding, I recommend bringing your own blanket, it's very limited. And if you have food allergies, the breakfast offerings can be limited (especially wheat allergy) though that is pretty standard for basic hotel breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gwendolyn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing. Had an issue with our room and went back down to the lobby to let them know. Without any hesitation, they changed our room immediately. No issues with the new room. Stay was quiet and relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
They overbooked the room type I had booked and down graded me without prior notification; then refused to compensate price difference because we booked through a 3rd party. Staff wasn't that friendly about the situation.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beach access and view was amazing. Very happy with the room and staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful ocean/bay view! Clean. Breakfast at 0600.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Patricia

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
This property needs a lot of maintenance. When I booked, I didn't realize it was so far from Atlantic Avenue and the Boardwalk. I will not be returning to this area. Beach access was a bear to trod down to. Our view of the ocean was blocked by the dunes. Not exactly what I expected and very, very disappointed.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Liked: Room comfort

Could have been better.

Upon arrival I checked in to find not 1 but 2 dehumidifiers in our room. they were loud and kept going off all night with alarms because the buckets were full. this am two very nice gentlemen came in to take them out and I am not sure who scared who more. they apologized profusely as they removed them. they mentioned this room should have net even been rented out because it was out of order. There also was a slight musty odor.i do understand that they had some coastal flooding days before. So i tried to be understanding, once i was told the room was out of order and should not have been rented. I was pretty upset. The view was lovely but we didn't sleep much because the noise.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Tammy

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

Sad conditions

The socket was coming out of wall unsafe
Dirty elevator
Dirty elevator
Dirty elevator
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggy

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Niles

Traveled with family

Nice but smelly

The room appearance was very nice and looked like it had been recently updated however it smelled awful like really cheap disinfectant. Even though the room looked very clean, it honestly smelled like a nursing home. The disinfectant smell is so strong, I wonder if it was an attempt to cover up another smell….
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Tracey

Clean room
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Joanne

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cockroaches, massive groups of people croweded in one room cooking over open firez in room. Angry homeless man shouting racial slurs in front of guests and slept in front of my door ( didnt real8ze until morning) mold , vomiting children. Gross
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Check in was easy and quick rooms were clean
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Liked that hostess was accommodating. We had our dog along. They were to replace the sofa bed mattresses yesterday. Concerned how that might be upsetting to our crated dog. She changed us to a room without a sofa bed so they did not need to access our room with the dog.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerri

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was so nice and treated us like friends. The balcony view was amazing! The beach was very easy to get to and so clean! It was an amazing trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

John

Traveled with partner
Did a great job, caring for pets with dog park area. And putting pet owners in roughly the same space. The room was situated well for animals, easy to clean, easy to keep clean. Staff was friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tevin

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay super nice staff
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicolas

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bibiana, Cliffside park

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Van was an excellent team. Member her patience and her kindness were great thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Brenda

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall a good place to stay, given the fact that hotel options are very limited in this area, this is the only place we find to be pretty clean and decent.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025