The Bay Inn
About this motel
Motel in Norfolk with free parking A garden, a picnic area, and free self parking are available at this motel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a vending machine. 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.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Balcony / Patio
TV
Garden
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Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen / Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
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Reviews
4.4/5.0
Excellent(1,004 Reviews)
3.0
The property was close to the beach. The property was clean and very updated. Great spacious rooms. One of the owners make it feel almost like camp, rules, strict watching of what you do, it isn’t a friendly environment but enjoyable when you have the beach right there.
The room was very clean and enjoyable, the area was nice. Quiet
5.0
This is the ONLY PLACE I will stay when I am in the area. No frills, just a nice clean place to rest with a wonderful pair of owners and it’s right across the street from Publix beach access. I will always come back to The Bay Inn. Thank you for being my home away from home ❤️
5.0
Quiet and comfortable 1-night stay during business travel.
5.0
The Bay Inn in Ocean View is my "go to" lodging choice when visiting family in Norfolk several times a year. This small, well-maintained property is quiet, with all rooms facing onto a grassy courtyard. Rooms are exceptionally clean, free of clutter, with nice amenities (mini-fridge, microwave, task desk with extension cord for electronics, bedside reading lamp). Beach access is just a short stroll away. Ditto for the grocery store. The owner/manager lives on-site, which I think helps to ensure the overall peaceful vibe. Highly recommend.
Also, the nearby Doug's Hot Dogs is a wonderful, authentic Ocean View eatery. I love the NC BBQ, home made soups, and local color.
5.0
I had to make a trip to the Norfolk area for business. I have always been hesitant on staying down in Ocean View. I can tell you that I really enjoyed my stay here. We will certainly return. So nice and quiet. The owners were very kind and helpful. The bay is right across the street and near area restaurants.
3.0
First of all, the room was clean and the bed comfortable. But the furnishings and decor could be described as lacking in warmth (all hard surfaces and sharp corners), which applies to the way I was received by the host when I arrived. My arrival was late (11 pm) after a long day of traveling, but well before the deadline for check-in (12 am). But when I picked up the desk phone (which then rings to call the host) the man who appeared offered no welcome or greeting. Rather he seemed annoyed by my arrival, chiding me for not hanging up the phone soon enough. It was perhaps the coldest reception I've ever had at a hotel or inn.
2.0
Overall it was not a bad stay.
Pro's:
Room was clean
Check-in was easy
The person who checked me in attempted to accommodate my needs
Cons:
Trying to take a shower at night/early was not possible. The water would take a half hour to heat up
Wifi was okay, not great
The biggest con and I don't care if they try to deny it. One of them went into my room while I was gone less than 24 hours into my stay. There is no call for this and I don't care what excuse they give.
8.0
This is a budget friendly, quiet, and sensibly updated 1950's style motor court. If you want Hilton amenities, go to Hilton. If you want a clean, quiet, affordable place to sleep, this is a great option. Take the hundreds of dollars you save each night and spend it on activities or dining. If I'm ever in town again, I'll stay here.
4.0
It was a comfortable stay in a very nice location. The staff that I met was friendly and helpful.
10.0
Stayed here for 1 night, and it was great! Clean and fresh. The straff was helpful and friendly. Would absolutely stay here again:)
4.0
Clean, recently updated room.
10.0
Nice cozy place to stay
10.0
Front desk manager has a good sense of humor 😅. Was very accommodating and no issues with my stay there. Shopping area very close you can go walking or in car. Nice board walk of the ocean view
1.0
Manager is extremely hostile, ignorant, abrasive, and condescending. You get what you pay for, this was cheap alley trash.
5.0
A Charming spot, clean and friendly. Always have a lovely time when I stay there.
6.0
This is a one -story building 2 blocks from the water, so the ocean view is a complete lie. But the room was immaculately clean, and it's walking distance to a grocery store, restaurants, a coffee shop, and a bar or two. Quiet neighborhood as well. Very small place without many amenities, and bed made a lot of noise.
8.0
Nice lil property,looks to have just been remolded. I will stay again!
10.0
Very clean, pleasant staff no vending machines but stores near by. Room was spacious and comfortable
10.0
The Bay Inn is my "go to" choice when coming to Norfolk to visit family. Especially in the off season when the motel is a particularly good value, and the laid back beach vibe of Ocean View very inviting.
The managers of the Bay Inn live on site, and maintain the property impeccably. Rooms are well set up with what I consider key amenities (mini fridge, microwave, desk for laptop use, roomy shower with good pressure) and devoid of clutter. Always spotlessly clean. Always quiet.
10.0
We felt very comfortable and cozy! Thank you!
3.0
Hotel was perfect for what we needed. Very clean and quiet. Bed was slightly hard.
5.0
Fantastic location - within walking distance to beach. Staff was friendly and made the check in/check out process very easy. Overall great stay, would definitely recommend!
5.0
I love staying at the Bay Inn! Always clean with friendly service.
5.0
It was very clean and simple. The bed was comfortable. It is small and quaint.
1.0
Flies and gnats were in the room, making the experience unbearable. Uncomfortable bed. Entire room smelled moldy. Save your money and go to another hotel.
4.0
Nice and clean. Good quick stay for a night. It's near the water. Would definitely go back again. The gentleman at the desk was very pleasant.
10.0
We were amazed at the cleanliness of our room. It seemed freshly renovated and painted This was a budget one night stay, and we were very happy to find it was a perfect choice. Plenty of fluffy towels, a microwave, coffee pot, and fridge. Fellow at check-in was efficient and friendly.
5.0
Walking distance to the community beach. Enjoyed the court yard and everyone was friendly and helpful.
4.0
They keep the lights on at night. Hard to sleep
4.0
Nice little place to stay, we just found the bed very uncomfortable.
3.0
Definitely a hidden gem! Cute small rooms with fridge and microwave. Less than 5 min walk to beach. Just what we needed.
1.0
Room wasn’t cleaned. Staff was rude. I walk into the room and there was old coffee still in the pot and trash in the trashcan. 1/5 stars. Don’t waste your money here.
3.0
Classic Inn.
3.0
This is the second time I have stayed here. Check in was easy and even though I arrived a little early, a room was available and I was allowed to check in. The room was very clean and well prepared. There is short walk to the beach and even though the weather was iffy, I enjoyed seeing the water. I enjoyed my short time there and highly recommend the Bay Inn.
3.0
I loved this place. I needed a simple, clean place to sleep at night. I didn't need a pool or exercise room. I did not need, nor want, to pay for anything luxurious. In this regard, it was perfect.
5.0
The owner was accommodating and friendly.
3.0
Excellent hotel! Out of the way and quiet!
1.0
Got to the hotel and the guy looked like he was on something. Extremely rude and cancelled my reservation. Like 2 other people reported, I don't think he likes younger people. I stayed at a best western instead, was very nice. There was also half parking spaces, almost no room to park.
5.0
Honestly I wasnt sure what to expect when I pulled up. However the gentleman at the front desk made checkin smooth. I wasnt prepared for what I saw when i got to the 'harden' & in my room. Beautiful, clean, kept up, etc. As a solo traveler I felt safe & it was so close to the beach. I wish they had rooms with 2 beds; itd be perfect for my son & I.
3.0
Friendly, simple, independent hotel chain, room faces pretty garden courtyard, 5 minute walk (at most!) to beach, playground, parks, several restaurants, supermarket and shopping center all nearby.
FAQs
How much does this motel cost compared to others in Norfolk?
The average price for a rental in Norfolk is R 2,679 per night. This rental is R 1,050 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this motel?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at The Bay Inn. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this motel?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this motel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is The Bay Inn pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this motel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at The Bay Inn?
We found 7 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and balcony / patio.
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