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

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8.0

/10

3.5

“The hotel is perfectly situated near lovely local restaurants and charming historic attractions, making it easy to explore and enjoy the area.”view full review

Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel features impressive views over the Elizabeth River and offers a range of amenities including free WiFi, an indoor pool, and a fitness center. This 3.5-star waterfront hotel is located in the historic arts and culture district, providing guests with a unique blend of local history and modern comfort.

Room & Amenities

The Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel offers 249 well-appointed rooms featuring flat-screen HDTVs and coffee makers. Some rooms provide spacious living areas with dining tables and fireplaces.

Dining & Local Recommendations

Dining options include Foggy Point Bar & Grill, open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, serving fresh-caught seafood and daily specials. Navigators provide useful insights into local dining experiences and attractions.

Leisure & Business Facilities

The hotel features an indoor pool with a hot tub and a fully equipped fitness center for guests looking to unwind or stay active. Meeting facilities, including a 70-seat amphitheater, cater to business events and gatherings.

Location & Transportation

Situated within walking distance of notable landmarks such as the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Museum and the Virginia Sports Hall of Fame, the hotel also provides easy access to nearby transportation options including bus and train services. The ferry dock to Norfolk is a 3-minute walk away.

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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

Shower

Heating

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King Room Water View Adapted Tub Mobility Hearing Accessible

2 persons

28 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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One King Bed Waterview

2 persons

28 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Fresh & Updated

“The bathroom was fresh and beautifully updated, providing a refreshing start to each day of my stay.” view full review

Comfortable Beds

“The beds were incredibly comfortable, ensuring a restful night's sleep that left me recharged for my adventures.” view full review

Accessible Amenities

“The common areas were thoughtfully designed, with easy access that made navigating the hotel a breeze.” view full review

Stunning Views

“The room featured amazing views of the water and ships, creating a serene atmosphere that enhanced my stay.” view full review

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

Location

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

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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

Getting around

City Centre

Portsmouth4 min · 300 m

Airports

Norfolk International Airport (ORF)24 min · 15.5 km

Kinmen Airport (knh)28 min · 18.6 km

Bus

Bus stop3 min · 200 m

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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

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Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel, Portsmouth

About the Hotel

Room & Amenities

Dining & Local Recommendations

Leisure & Business Facilities

Location & Transportation

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Facilities

General

Sports & Fitness

Services

Dining

Business

Children

Spa & Leisure

Room features

Bathroom

Media

Room decor

Location

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