Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel, Portsmouth ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

425 Water St, Portsmouth, Virginia, United States, 23704

Next to the Nautical Museum

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Loved by guests

Beautiful views
Clean room
Friendly staff
Comfortable room

"The hotel has a definate "wow" factor due to its location on the Elizabeth River (rooms have a view of the water)."

CJVA from United States

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"The walking path along the water and the fire pits outside were favorites."

Cynthia

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"Everything about this hotel is fantastic! The whole building is absolutely gorgeous, and the rooms are huge."

Mary

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Rooms and Amenities

The Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel features 249 rooms, providing a place to relax. Some rooms have a living room with a dining table and fireplace. Each room features floor-to-ceiling windows with city views, a flat-screen HDTV, a coffee maker, a seating area, an iPod docking station and free WiFi. Conveniences include safes, desks, and phones with free local calls. Private bathrooms offer shower/tub combinations, designer toiletries, and hair dryers. The hotel provides connecting guestrooms.

Onsite Dining Options

The hotel provides the Foggy Point Bar & Grill, open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. This restaurant features a bar/lounge. The hotel also offers waterside dining at Foggy Point Bar & Grill. Full menu and beverage options are available to-go. Room service is also available.

Leisure and Activities

The Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel includes an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a 24-hour gym. Other amenities include a gift shop. The hotel also features 23 meeting rooms, including a 70-seat Amphitheater, and facilities measuring 24355 square feet. Explore Portsmouth with weekly tourism recommendations. Check out Children's Museum of Virginia from the hotel.

Location and Transport

Located in the historic downtown district of Olde Towne Portsmouth, the Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel provides views over the Elizabeth River. The Ferry dock to Norfolk is a 3-minute walk. The National Maritime Center and AAA Tides Baseball are within 6 km. The hotel is near the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Museum and Children's Museum of Virginia. Waterside Festival Marketplace and MacArthur Center are also nearby. Norfolk International Airport is 20 km away.

Hotel Services

The Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel offers Navigators, who can recommend local restaurants, sightseeing attractions, and museums. It also provides complimentary wireless Internet access, gift shops/newsstands, and a ballroom. The hotel has mobile key access, mobile dining, and mobile guest requests. Onsite parking is available for $15 daily. Digital check-in service is available.

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Highlights from guests

DiningOmelets to order!

The breakfast buffet included an excellent omelet station. This was definitely a highlight of the stay and in the top 10% of hotel breakfasts.

Oliver from Canada

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Guest ParkingEasy Access

The parking made access straightforward. It was great being able to park easily and walk straight into the hotel.

Chloe from Australia

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Room FeaturesBreathtaking views

My room overlooked the water and city lights which fed my spirit! The view alone made my stay worthwhile.

Isabelle from France

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BedroomCozy Ambiance

Renovated rooms offer cozy ambiance with new flooring, lighting and furniture. The beds were extremely comfortable.

Noah from United Kingdom

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Two Queen Beds Water View

2 persons

28 m²

2 King Size Beds

Water view

Shower

Heating

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King Room Water View Adapted Tub Mobility Hearing Accessible

2 persons

28 m²

1 King-size bed

Water view

Shower

Heating

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One King Bed Waterview

2 persons

28 m²

1 King-size bed

Water view

Shower

Heating

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Portsmouth300 m

Airports

Norfolk International (ORF) 15.5 km

Kinmen (knh) 18.6 km

Bus

Bus stop200 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
On-site car park
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Lift
ATM/Cash machine
Vending machines
Fireplace

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre

Services

Laundry
Shops/Commercial services

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots

Spa & Leisure

Indoor swimming pool
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Terrace
Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Parquet floor

Dining Onsite

Nestled along the waterfront, Foggy Point Bar and Grill showcases the essence of Seafood dining with a local twist. This inviting restaurant offers a warm ambiance, perfect for enjoying tantalizing dishes while soaking in scenic views of the waterside.

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Foggy Point Bar and Grill

Seafood

Ambiance

A cozy setting with a bar/lounge atmosphere, perfect for intimate dinners or casual gatherings by the waterfront.

Key Offerings

Highlighting fresh seafood specialties, paired with a selection of craft cocktails. Ideal for sunset dinners by the water.

Reservation

Reservations recommended.

Open for dinner from Tuesday to Saturday, 5 PM - 8 PM.

Location

425 Water St, Portsmouth, Virginia, United States, 23704

Map view

425 Water St, Portsmouth, Virginia, United States, 23704

City landmarks

Museum

USS Wisconsin BB-64

2.1 km

Museum

Chrysler Museum of Art

2.1 km

Park

Town Point Park

1.8 km

Museum

Nauticus

2.0 km

Museum

MacArthur Memorial

2.1 km

Marina

Tidewater Marina

850 m

Landmark

Lone Sailor Statue

960 m

Monument

Armed Forces Memorial

1.0 km

Landmark

The Homecoming

1.0 km

Landmark

Skipjack Nautical Wares & Marine Art Gallery

730 m

Museum

Railroad Museum of Virginia

820 m

Library

Slover Library

1.2 km

Landmark

Skystar Wheel

910 m

Museum

Hampton Roads Naval Museum

1.9 km

Church

St Paul's Catholic Church

630 m

Shopping Area

Waterside

2.2 km

Museum

Moses Myers House

1.7 km

Theatre

Chrysler Hall

1.9 km

Museum

Hunter House Victorian Museum

1.7 km

Landmark

Pagoda and Oriental Garden

2.5 km

Landmark

Olde Towne

720 m

Landmark

Norfolk Scope Arena

1.9 km

Gallery

Portsmouth Art & Cultural Center

820 m

Church

Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church

730 m

Shopping Area

MacArthur Center

2.2 km

Nearby

Museum

United States Lightship Portsmouth

40 m

Museum

Children's Museum of Virginia

570 m

Museum

Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Museum

10 m

Museum

The Hill House

380 m

Museum

Virginia Sports Hall of Fame and Museum

570 m

Restaurants

Roger Brown's Restaurant and Sports Bar

570 m

316 High Street

The Coffee Shoppe

550 m

300 High Street

Still

700 m

450B Court St

Cafe Europa

590 m

319 High Street

The Bier Garden

760 m

438 High Street

Lobscouser Restaurant

640 m

337 High St

Olde Towne Coffee House

540 m

600 Crawford St Ste 100

Olde Towne Public House

710 m

467 Court St

Gino's Pizzeria

700 m

455 Court St

Fish & Slips

750 m

10 Crawford Pkwy

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 16:00-23:59

Check-out

until 11 am

Guest Parking

Public parking is possible on site at USD 15 per day.

Internet

is available in for free.

Breakfast

You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs US$17.95 per person per day.

Children & extra beds

There are no cots provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Year renovated:

2009

Number of floors:

Number of rooms:

216

Former name

Renaissance Portsmouth Hotel & Waterfront Conference Center

Questions of the users

About Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel

Is it possible to find a microwave in the guest rooms?

10 November 2024

The guest rooms do not include microwaves, but a microwave is available for use in the lobby for all guests.

How much is the daily parking fee while staying at the hotel?

12 December 2024

The cost for parking is $10 per day.

Can guests swim in the pool during winter months?

20 January 2025

The pool remains open year-round, unless maintenance is being performed.

Are there rooms available with hot tubs or jacuzzis?

15 February 2025

There are no rooms with hot tubs or jacuzzis included.

Will every room provide a view of the waterfront?

25 March 2025

All rooms offer a beautiful view of the water.

Do some rooms have city views in addition to water views?

13 April 2025

Yes, while all rooms have a water view, some also feature a view of the city.

What is the purpose of the incidental fee charged upon arrival?

18 May 2025

The incidental fee of $50 per day acts as a security deposit and is typically released 3-5 business days after checking out.

Are there accessible rooms for guests with mobility issues?

22 June 2025

Yes, there are dedicated wheelchair-accessible rooms available for guests.

Is the hotel family-friendly? Are children allowed?

8 July 2025

Children are welcome at the hotel and can enjoy the amenities.

What is the nearest beach to the hotel?

15 August 2025

Virginia Beach is the closest beach option for guests.

Can guests find shopping opportunities within walking distance?

23 September 2025

There are smaller shops nearby, and a ferry provides access to the city of Norfolk, which includes a shopping mall just two blocks away from the ferry terminal.

Are dining services available at the hotel?

4 October 2025

Breakfast and dinner options are available for guests at the hotel.