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Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel

Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel
Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel – Portsmouth, VA
Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel – Portsmouth, VA
Check in 4:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM

About Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel

With a waterfront location in Portsmouth, this hotel offers panoramic views over Elizabeth River. It features free WiFi, an indoor pool with a hot tub and a fitness center. Equipped with a flat-screen HDTV, guestrooms at Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel include a coffee maker and seating area. Some rooms include a living room with a dining table and fireplace. Guests can enjoy seafood at the on-site restaurant, Foggy Point Bar and Grill which is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Nearby landmarks include The National Maritime Center and AAA Tides Baseball, both within 3.7 mi of the property. The Ferry dock to Norfolk is 3 minutes' walk from the Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Hotel.

Amenities

  • On-site parking
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting space
  • Fitness center
  • On-site dining
  • Valet parking
  • Bar / lounge
  • Café / coffee shop
  • Breakfast available
  • Business center
  • Express check-in / check-out
  • Concierge
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Full kitchen / kitchenette
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Pool
  • Spa / sauna
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transit access
  • Smoke-free property
  • Air conditioning
  • Elevator

Reviews

4.1 / 5
Great 1098 reviews
  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    The food was really good at dinner.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    An amazing stay,all employees where awesome,check in and check was a breeze 10/10

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    great location and vibe on water in historic district. close to good food and ferry terminal.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Great place close to Ferry.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Rooms are modern and decent size bathrooms. Lighting in the rooms are nice. The TV is a nice size and I love the views of the river and scenery from the rooms. I like the fire pits and bar and friendly staff at the restaurant. No valet service. The parking garage is too far and not attached to the hotel. Also the garage is creepy and dark at night with no security driving around to monitor the garage. Also the service desk is too far from the front of the hotel and is a long walk especially for someone who has mobility issues. There should be more seating in the front of the hotel and staff to greet and more valet carts for that size hotel. Breakfast is expensive but does offer variety of options and has nice views for seating. Also the elevator is far away from the front door and check in desk. It would be nice to have a little live entertainment and themed nights on slow days or some type of music. The toilet in the bathroom is very small and low to the floor

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Waited 30 minutes to get checked in and they didn’t have a king room available that I booked. That was a tough start after a long day traveling

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    The front desks ladies knew nothing about the amenities . I asked if the pool was heated , they said no. They had issues checking us in. It smelled like bad body odor and the rooms smelled horrible. The food was okay.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    The hotel is beautiful and you get a water view. The rooms are very clean and decorated beautifully. I will definitely stay at the hotel again when I go back to Portsmouth, Virginia. Very friendly staff and good restaurant. Quality Hotel

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    My family did not see the menu for breakfast. Are there specials for individuals who are staying there?

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Hotel was by the water & ferry. The staff were friendly but there was not enough of them. The computers kept glitching when checking in & out, and only one of the elevators was in use while guests were checking out.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Very good

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Nice hotel but could use updating. You definitely need shower shoes. Orange rust in the tub. The bathtub needs updating heavy..

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Good

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Thanks!

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Housekeeping never came to clean our room. All weekend the staff gave us the excuse that they were short staffed in response to poor service. The elevators and common areas were outdated and need to be renovated. Front desk never apologized for issues during our stay,

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Location good Environment peaceful Did not like paying for parking Air conditioning not working Twas hot

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Room was clean, lots of restaurants to choose from. Staff was kind.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Very nice and quite sightseeing downtown shopping

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Location was great. The shower head in the shower was extremely poor. Was frustrated that the hotel didn’t accept cash. Breakfast was mediocre. Otherwise the hotel clean.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Good

Frequently asked questions about Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel

Does Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel offers free Wi-Fi for all guests. Free wired internet is also available in select rooms.
Does Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel offer parking?
Yes, Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel offers both self-parking and valet parking. Fees may apply.
Does Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Yes. Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel features meeting spaces and dedicated conference rooms, suitable for corporate meetings and group gatherings. Banquet and reception facilities are also available.
Does Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel have a fitness center?
Yes, Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel features an on-site fitness center for guests. Additional wellness amenities include spa, pool.
Where is Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel located, and how walkable is the area?
Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel is located at 425 Water St, Portsmouth, VA 23704. With a Walk Score of 85, the area is rated Very Walkable. Most errands can be completed on foot, with public transit and rideshare easily accessible.

What's nearby

Map of points of interest near Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel
  • USS Wisconsin 0.7 mi
  • Norfolk Tides 1.0 mi
  • Norfolk Naval Shipyard 1.6 mi
  • Old Dominion University 3.4 mi
  • CSS Virginia 5.4 mi
  • Norfolk International Airport 6.6 mi
  • Norfolk Airport 6.6 mi

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