Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel

3.5 star property
Riverfront hotel with 24-hour fitness centre and 24-hour business centre

Photo gallery for Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk
Indoor pool
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee
Exterior
Meeting facility

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Pool
  • Gym
The current price is AU$277
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr

Explore the area

Map
425 Water St, Portsmouth, VA, 23704
  • Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Waterside District
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Norfolk Scope
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed, View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, View (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 28.4 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, View (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 28.4 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Club Room, 1 King Bed, View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, View (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 28.4 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Portsmouth

Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel places you steps from Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Museum and within a short 5-minute stroll of Children's Museum of Virginia. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an indoor swimming pool and a 24-hour gym. .The restaurant, The Crawford Restaurant, serves seafood and is open for breakfast and dinner. The Beacon Lounge is the hotel's own lobby lounge. 24355 square feet (2192 square metres) of event facilities include meeting rooms and conference space, and other business amenities include a 24-hour business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and laundry facilities. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 11:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Portsmouth hotel include Waterside District and MacArthur Center.

What's nearby

  • Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Waterside District - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Norfolk Scope - 6 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Norfolk State University - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Old Dominion University - 10 min drive - 9.4 km

Getting around

  • Civic Plaza Station - 4 min drive
  • Norfolk Station - 6 min drive
  • Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Blue Moon Taphouse - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Church's Chicken - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Bier Garden - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel

Riverfront hotel with 24-hour fitness centre and 24-hour business centre
Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel offers its guests an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet.

A 24-hour business centre and meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 24355 square feet (2192 square metres) and includes conference space. A terrace, gift shops/newsstands, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3.5-star Portsmouth hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 252 guestrooms or units
  • 16 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • 24355 sq ft of conference space
  • 2192 sq. m of conference space
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • ATM
  • On-site shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel offers 252 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with premium satellite channels, pay-per-view films and Netflix. Bathrooms include designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Parking on site (USD 15 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; USD 17.95 to 17.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Beacon Lounge
  • The Crawford Restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 24,355 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical sockets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Transfer shower
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch TV with premium satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Pay films
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 17.95 to 17.95 per person
  • Self-parking fee: USD 15 per day (in/out privileges)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International and Union Pay. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM
  • Children aged 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk
Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Hotel
Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront
Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel
Renaissance Portsmouth Hotel & Waterfront Portsmouth
Renaissance Portsmouth Hotel And Waterfront Conference Center
Renaissance Waterfront Hotel
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Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel Portsmouth
Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel Hotel Portsmouth

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel?

Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel?

As of 2 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel on 13 Apr 2025 start from AU$276.88, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel?

Yep, Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel has a self car park with in/out privileges for USD 15 per day.

Are there any beaches close to Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel?

The closest beach to Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel is Ocean View Beach (13.8 km).

Does Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel have a pool?

Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel has an indoor pool. The pool is open 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

What makes Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel.

Is Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and an indoor pool, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel is a hit with families.

Does Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, buffet brekkie is served weekdays between 6:30 AM and 11:00 AM and weekends between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel?

No, Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves seafood. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 590 out of 1062 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 216 out of 1062 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 120 out of 1062 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 71 out of 1062 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 65 out of 1062 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shalanda

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Margo

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The property was absolutely beautiful, however i am a black male who walked in with a friend of mine who happened to be a white female behind me. There were two employees at the service desk tending to customers. I stood on the line to the left( if you are facing the counter) and my friend stood on the line to the right. The lady in front on me completed her transaction and left. The employee at the counter called my friend over from the line to the right and began to service her. I was dumbfounded. Shortly the person to the right completed his transaction and i had to go over to the right to check in.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Herman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Alsome
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
No valet parking
I was disappointed that valet parking wasn’t available. The cost to park in the garage was $15 a night instead of the $10 per night listed on my confirmation invoice. Check-in was good, Domonique, the bellhop was friendly, helpful, courteous and professional. Check-out presented a few challenges; The Front Desk was understaffed. I had to call a day later to request my receipt after being told that it would be emailed to me that same day. The view from the window in my room was spectacular! The room was comfortable and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roshonda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very satisfied
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terrill

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

James

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The restaurant was not available. That was a disappointment and terrible inconvenience. The intake staff was cheerful, helpful and willing to assist.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dominique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had fun it was very peaceful and comfortable I’m coming back to stay again soon
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location beyond comparison and facilities superior. Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Judith

Great location and hotel but we received no housekeeping on our our second day
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arnae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Everything was wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Stoney L

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

JULIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and knowledgeable and polite enjoyed my stay. I always stay at the Renaissance when I come to Portsmouth.🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗👏👏👏💯
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Rosalyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is really run down. The bathroom was dirty and really run down. Like the sink hardware was peeling off, and the shower tile had mole. And the air conditioner didn’t work properly. The view from the room was incredible thought.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

panadda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eugene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Like everything.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dwanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay very relaxing. Hotel was great
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I do not like the parking to far to walk to get safely in the hotel...
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gwendolen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the water front view Liked the presence of the police office at night time Did not like the ease for anyone to enter the hotel with a long walk to front desk or to the nearest employee
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicia, Arnold

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024