The Bay Inn

Motel with free parking, in the vicinity of Naval Station Norfolk

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Dates

October 2025

November 2025

Basic Double Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Room service
Housekeeping
Free WiFi

Explore the area

315 East Ocean View Avenue, Norfolk, VA, 23503

Place, Norfolk Beaches
‪2 min walk‬
Place, Ocean View Beach
‪4 min walk‬
Place, Naval Station Norfolk
‪7 min drive‬
Airport, Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.)
‪11 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Exceptional

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Full Bed, Non Smoking

Exceptional

Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Basic Double Room

Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Norfolk

The Bay Inn places you within a 10-minute drive of popular sights such as Naval Station Norfolk and Norfolk Botanical Garden. This 21-room motel has in-room conveniences like private yards, refrigerators, and microwaves.

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What's nearby

Norfolk Beaches - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
Ocean View Beach - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
Naval Station Norfolk - 7 min drive - 3.9 miles
Norfolk Botanical Garden - 10 min drive - 6.2 miles
Old Dominion University - 14 min drive - 7.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
‪Dairy Queen - ‬4 min walk
‪Ocean View Fishing Pier Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
‪OV Beach Tavern - ‬10 min walk
‪Burger King - ‬9 min walk

About this property

The Bay Inn

Motel with free parking, in the vicinity of Naval Station Norfolk

The Bay Inn features free WiFi in public areas and a garden. Free parking is included with your stay. Friendly staff can provide front-desk service during limited hours, and also offer advice about sightseeing. Additional amenities include a vending machine and a picnic area.

TVs come with cable channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Private yards, refrigerators, and microwaves are also standard.

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Free WiFi
Air conditioning
24/7 front desk
Microwave

$78 nightly

Oct 12 - Oct 13

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

Free self parking on site

Family friendly

In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

Limited-hour front desk
Vending machine

Guest services

Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

Garden
Picnic area

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

Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

TV with cable channels

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Limited room service
Microwave
Refrigerator

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

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

This property doesn't allow pets (service animals welcome)

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

Late check-out fee: USD 25

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

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

Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

The front desk is available during limited hours. 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.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

There are no elevators.
No cribs or infant beds are available.
No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Bay Inn Norfolk

The Bay Inn Motel

The Bay Inn Norfolk

The Bay Inn Motel Norfolk

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Bay Inn?

The Bay Inn offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do within easy reach of The Bay Inn?

Guests enjoy the motel's walkable location in Norfolk based on their ratings, and it's a short 4-minute walk from Ocean View Beach and also 13 minutes on foot from Sarah Constant Shrine Beach. You'll also find Naval Station Norfolk and Oceanview Fishing Pier within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at The Bay Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does The Bay Inn have a casino?

No, The Bay Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Bay Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Does The Bay Inn have a hot tub?

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

Does The Bay Inn have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, The Bay Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does The Bay Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Bay Inn though service animals are welcome.

Does The Bay Inn have connecting rooms?

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

How close is the airport from The Bay Inn?

The closest major airport to The Bay Inn is Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF), which is 5.7 mi away (12 minutes by car). Another top airport is Newport News - Williamsburg Intl. Airport (PHF), which is located 21.9 mi away (28-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Bay Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Bay Inn.

The Bay Inn Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Alberto

Jul 31, 2025

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

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

jennifer

Jul 6, 2025

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

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Damian

Traveled with partner

Jul 5, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Owner is very nice. Has a very friendly dog who loves to say hi to all the guests. The room was also very neat and clean

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David J

Jul 4, 2025

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

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Tracy

Traveled with partner

Jul 4, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Property was kinda dated but was stilla kinda cute but funky little motel. The plus was it was VERY close to the beach and places to eat, but was still locatedin axquiet area

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John, Milton

Jul 3, 2025

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Jul 1, 2025

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

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kris

Business traveler, Traveled with family

Jun 30, 2025

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

Cute Motel

Motel is a great value. Clean, comfortable, quiet. a quick walk to the beach. Would absolutely stay again.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Jun 30, 2025

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

Perfect little motel!

Nice courtyard with shade trees and plenty of places to sit and relax. Room was clean and comfortable... couldn't ask for anything more...literally across the street from the beach.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kathryn

Traveled with family

Jun 30, 2025

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

Great neighborhood

Located on a beautiful street just across from the bay this property had a residential feel. Room was somewhat updated and comfortable.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Jun 27, 2025

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

Our 2nd stay Here

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Traveled with group

Jun 22, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The owners are super nice. They also have the cutest dog and the place is super clean and very easily walkable to the bay and to Dairy Queen. The courtyard is super cute and very quiet!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Jun 21, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karl

Traveled with family

Jun 19, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Beautiful location. Nice staff. Very quiet

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Jun 18, 2025

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

We arrived just before the front desk closes for the evening. We were traveling for a funeral and this was approximately halfway on our trip. We chose it because it had fabulous reviews and a great price. I would definitely stay there again and visit the beach if it was a pleasure trip. The gentleman and his wife who checked us in were very nice, they had a power outage right as we were ready to check in, but they were able to give us our keys and ask us if we needed a flashlight. Fortunately, the power came back on very quickly. The room was clean, not anything fancy, but comfortable and had everything we needed. The courtyard is beautiful, and I would’ve loved to spend some time there. They were growing vegetables, which I thought was a very cool addition. All in all a great place to stay!

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maggie

Traveled with partner

Jun 17, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great stay! Short walk to beach. Clean and updated. Owner super friendly.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with partner

Jun 16, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Clean and quiet

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nate

Jun 16, 2025

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Jun 16, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

kristin

Jun 13, 2025

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

This was our 3rd time staying here in the last 4 years. We absolutely love this little gem. Always clean and the owners are great people too. We love that we can just walk across the street to the beach

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Traveled with partner

Jun 13, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

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.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025