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Reviews of Ocean View Inn 2 stars

1020 East ocean view ave, Norfolk, VA 23503, United States

#45 of 51 hotels in Norfolk

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 553 hotel reviews

5.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    5.9

  • Comfort

    6.2

  • Location

    7.5

  • Facilities

    5.9

  • Staff

    6.7

  • Value for money

    6.4

  • Free WiFi

    6.3

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  • Reviewed: 25 August 2025

    5.0
    Won’t stay again. Had to take our own trash out and had to ask for clean towels and key to laundry room.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The housekeeping didn’t come daily to take out trash or clean. We had sand all over and no way to sweep it up. The laundry room needs to have a push bar on door. Don’t grab handle and push cause it cut my finger open.

    It was nice.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 August 2025

    4.0
    Disappointing
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The motel

    The area

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 13 August 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Studio
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It's right on the ocean nice and clean

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 12 August 2025

    4.0
    Don’t stay here! It’s old and dirty and nothing worked right!
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe King Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Dirty!!! Blankets were stained, toilets were disgusting, showers didn’t drain right. tv didn’t work right

    Property was old and run down.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 July 2025

    6.0
    Overall we made the best of it!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The beds could be updated,however the cleanliness was not good and they need to spray for bugs or get bait traps something…

    Location was amazing

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 July 2025

    4.0
    Had to remind ourself it was just a place to sleep. Horrible odor #110.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room reeked of cigarette smoke. No extra blankets or pillows and the beds did not come with a comforter, only a thin good-for-nothing decorative cover (the kinds hotels put at the foot of the bed for decoration). The second day, room service came in and set down 2 rolls of TP, 2 fresh wash cloths and towels and only took a couple of the dirty ones back lol.

    No breakfast at this location. But each room has a full size refrigerator, a microwave (it was dirty and gross) and a 2 burner electric top *also dirty).

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 17 July 2025

    6.0
    Low Quality.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The cleaning lady is rude, you cannot see the ocean from window clearly because its stained, the hallway smells weed, the sheets are not too comfortable ( average) for a value of $ 123 + tax, i booked a room with King Bed, I got 2 standard beds, no trash bin inside the restroom, no internet on TV.

    The location is near the ocean and accessible from the main road.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 13 July 2025

    4.0
    It was okay for a couple of nights, but I will not book this motel again when returning to the beach.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe King Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not enough bedding….very thin sheet cover, no blankets. I requested a room on the bottom floor and the attendant first stated that all the rooms were booked and when I told him that I wasn’t able to do the steps..:he was able to book me in a room on the first floor. Seems like he just didn’t want to take the time to switch my room which didn’t end up taking any extra time at all.

    Location to the beach

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 June 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe King Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I was put in a smoking room and reeked of cigarettes but is okay for people who smoke. Was still clean! I'm just not a smoker and didn't complain since it was just one night.

    The place was clean and had beach access. It's an ok place. I would stay there again if need be.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 June 2025

    6.0
    Needs work
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bugs and it had no cookware for the stove, and the refrigerator was not very clean.

    The location of the beach and price.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 June 2025

    7.0
    Not bad
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Studio
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    First thing when I enter to the room a huge crockroach flew into my head.. The toilet was loose and dirty. Otherwise everything good.

    Bed was great. beach front, Air conditioner, towels, mini fridge, microwave. Just a advice I wish the king room could have a mini stove to cook meals. It could be great to have outdoor shower to clean sand.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 June 2025

    6.0
    Decent Stay If You Know What To Expect.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

     Bugs & Pests – I encountered several small bugs and had to kill multiple large roaches during my stay. • Poor Door Sealing – The suite door doesn’t reach the floor completely, which allows bugs in—using a towel or sheet at the base helps. • No Smart TV – Bring your own HDMI cable or streaming device if you want to watch your own content. • No Iron or Ironing Board – These amenities are not provided, even in upgraded rooms. • Strict Service Animal Policy – Pets are not allowed unless they are verified service animals, and documentation must be emailed to the front desk in advance. • Beachfront Area Needs Maintenance – The stretch of beach directly behind the motel is not the most scenic or well-kept compared to other areas along Ocean View Avenue. • Weekend/Holiday Price Surges – Room rates can increase sharply during weekends and holidays, sometimes making nearby short-term rentals a better value.

    • Kind, Professional Staff – Responsive, flexible, and easy to communicate with. • Suite with Extra Space – The Double Queen Ocean View Suite features a spacious bathroom, kitchenette with a full-size fridge and microwave—great for longer or more self-sufficient stays. • Daily Towel Service – Housekeeping brings fresh towels and collects used ones daily. • Free On-Site Parking – Accessible and included in your stay. • Direct Beach Access – The beach is located directly behind the property, just a short walk from your door.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 9 June 2025

    5.0
    Okay if you want something to stay a night or two. Don't expect a 5 star Hilton experience.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bugs and roaches in the room

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 7 June 2025

    4.0
    One night stay passing by
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe King Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Definitely a crack hotel. There were cops at the hotel when we arrived and the hotel guests were definitely drug addicts…

    The rooms were clean.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 18 May 2025

    6.0
    Yes, I like it. I will return here again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Simple settings

    Secure

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 7 April 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe King Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Allot of drug addicts around

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 3 April 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing really

    The location an it on the. Beach

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 February 2025

    5.0
    the house keeper the short lady works very hard she is super sweet. the new owner is doing awesome. the day time front d
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    the staff, especially the day time front desk receptionist/booking desk employee.

    the look of the inside of the room like the head board

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 February 2025

    5.0
    Cheap.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The outlets were so crooked in the walls and worn out that nothing would stay plugged in. The TV had a burned in shadow. The bathroom door had clearly been kicked in at some point in the past and the hinges were barely hanging on and the frame was split. The vinyl flooring was damaged and had rough spots that poked my feet. The lighting was directly over the head of the bed and awkwardly lit the room. The drain covers in the sink and bathtub were broken.

    The bed was big, comfortable, and clean. The key cards worked. The price was affordable.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 31 December 2024

    5.0
    Beach access is the best thing about this property!
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room smelled like cigarette smoke, the neighbors blasted music all night, and the shower hadn't been cleaned. The floors were covered in sand. The bed didn't have a top sheet, claimed the cover was a sheet. Overall for a hotel that has been "renovated" I wouldn't recommend staying for more than one night if you can't find any other beach access property available.

    Honestly, the only thing about the hotel room my husband enjoyed was the black ceilings. He said for the simple fact it covered previous stains 😂 We also loved that the hotel had its own private beach. They also accommodated my husband and I's big truck.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 December 2024

    7.0
    Needed
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Noise all night from people in the parking lot.

    Very clean and remodeled

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 November 2024

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    the people around in the other rooms to much activity

    the room look clean and how the pictures are

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 November 2024

    5.0
    Passable
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The sand on the floor and the fact that housekeeping half cleaned the room

    The layout of the room

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 September 2024

    5.0
    I used to love this hotel but the room was dirty the toilet had pee stains around the floor area the cleaning people def
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are homeless people everywhere!!! That says a lot about the owners they have a good heart to let those people lay their heads on their property, but it’s not ideal for people who are vacationing in fact it is very uncomfortable you can’t enjoy your self to the fullest knowing there people hungry thirsty laying around everywhere it’s heart breaking. Wish I could help them all.

    It’s accessible to everything!!!

    Stayed in September 2024

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