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Best area to stay in Virginia Beach

What is the best area to stay in Virginia Beach?

By Carles Barcelo. Updated October 27, 2023

It is not too complicated to find where to stay in Virginia Beach, an elegant resort city. Depending on your taste and preferences, you can choose between bed & breakfasts, cottages, and rentals options. For those looking for more luxurious solutions, there are various hotels for а relaxed and carefree stay. It is better to choose accommodation in the southern part of this beach if you come here on a family vacation.

 

That way, attractions like the Marine Science Center, aquarium, and the Ocean Breeze Waterpark will be easy to reach. On the other hand, hotels closer to Norfolk are set back from the water and more suitable for a quieter beach vacation.

 

The beach boardwalk Oceanfront with a wide diversity of hotels is definitely the best area to stay in Virginia Beach. If you enjoy cycling, you can rent a bike and follow the bike path parallel to the ocean. Water activities, including a romantic dinner sunset cruise, are ideal for couples. Teenagers can choose among surf camps, kayak tours, parasailing, kiteboarding, and wakeboarding.

 

If you plan to spend a family vacation, choose the boat tour, watch dolphins, or participate in a fishing tournament. Don't miss visiting the iconic Old Cape Henry Lighthouse at the Chesapeake Bay, the oldest surviving one in the US. It was erected close to the place where the first English settlers arrived on American soil in 1607.

BEST LOCATED HOTELS IN VIRGINIA BEACH
Hotel   Avg price
Hilton Vacation Club Ocean Beach Club
1601 Atlantic Ave
181€ - 208$
Four Sails Resort
3301 Atlantic Ave
186€ - 214$
Courtyard Virginia Beach Oceanfront/South
2501 Atlantic Ave
228€ - 262$
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Virginia Beach
1901 Atlantic Ave
229€ - 263$
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Virginia Beach
901 Atlantic Ave
240€ - 276$
Hotel   Avg price
The Cavalier Virginia Beach
4200 Atlantic Ave
454€ - 522$
Hotel   Avg price

On the map, which shows the most convenient area to stay in Virginia Beach, you can see a selection of some of the best located hotels.

 

 

If you were interested in finding out where to stay in Virginia Beach, you may also be interested in knowing where to stay in Myrtle Beach and where to stay in Charleston SC.

Oceanfront, the best area to stay in Virginia Beach

 

OceanfrontOceanfront is a 3 mile (4.8 km) long boardwalk area and trendy tourist attraction along the Atlantic Coast of Virginia Beach. After the construction in 1988, this boardwalk with a bike path links about forty hotels, many restaurants, gift shops, a fishing pier, and shops with water sports equipment.

 

For those looking for numerous free activities and attractions, Oceanfront is the ideal place to stay. You can enjoy street performances, live music, and countless outdoor cafes while strolling, jogging, or rollerblading along the 28 feet (8,5 m) wide strip.

 

Rent a bike and take a ride between sidewalk entertainers. Have a wonderful time while attending free concerts at four oceanfront stages. The most exciting is Music Festival, when more than thirty local and national bands play music on the beach for three days over Labor Day Weekend. Pick out your favorite music style and enjoy the sounds of rock, jazz, blues, and country. Admire the 34 feet (10 m) high King Neptune bronze statue rising from the Atlantic and the Naval Aviation Monument inside the eponymous park. At the same time, your children can spend quality time in numerous kid-friendly activities, including game rooms, movie theaters, putt-putt, and mini-golf.

 

 

Hotels in Oceanfront

 

 

 

Other areas to stay in Virginia Beach

 

Town Center

Town-CenterTown Center District in Virginia Beach includes luxury hotels, restaurants, stores, and offices in the Central Business District. If you look for an unforgettable night out, ultimate entertainment, romantic dinner, and a fun family day out, this area is the perfect place to stay.

 

It is also an excellent choice for shopping whether you like well-known brands or prefer souvenirs from small local shops. Consider buying handicrafts local artisans have made with so much love and effort. Most plant lovers choose to visit this area because of the lovely Garden Center, where they can find everything for gardens and balconies.

 

Exciting places for art lovers are the Sandler Center for the Performing Arts and Jones Art Gallery, with many paintings created by three generations of this family. Don’t miss the Zeiders American Dream Theater, the home of local performers and writers.

 

After spending a day sightseeing and shopping, you can go to the nearby restaurant and enjoy local specialties. Begin with a nitro brew coffee, smoothie, juice, or share your favorite beverage with your family and friends. Wine and craft cocktails lovers have many choices to spend a pleasant evening with a glass of their favorite drink in hands whatever place to choose. You won't be disappointed with the chocolate assortment and crepe pans in local confections, as well.

 

 

Most booked hotel in Town Center: Hyatt Place Virginia Beach Town Center  ⭐⭐⭐

 

 

 

Chesapeake Bay

Chesapeake BayOfficially the largest estuary in the whole of the United States, Chesapeake Bay is a big draw in the Virginia travel industry. Encompassing the states of Maryland and Virginia, the southern part of Chesapeake Bay is located in Virginia Bay. It is a brilliant holiday destination to spend at least a few days!

 

This part of Chesapeake Bay is the best place to stay for beach lovers who love escaping the hectic crowds. Indeed, there are several beautiful and peaceful beaches to be enjoyed here. These include the picturesque Chesapeake Beach and Cape Charles Beach also. As well as relaxing and enjoying family time, you can take lovely seafront walks and eat out at one of the brilliant local restaurants.

 

Despite being a relatively quiet destination, there is a good choice of hotels and guesthouses along Chesapeake Bay. Many of the more luxury options come with excellent seafront views.

 

 

Most booked hotel in Chesapeake Bay: Delta Hotels by Marriott Virginia Beach  ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Carles BarceloCarles Barceló

Running Best Location Hotels since 2009, I've always had a deep curiosity for uncovering new destinations and discovering exceptional hotels. It brings me immense pleasure to share these experiences with the thousands of readers who visit us year after year. Join me on my journey to explore the best destinations worldwide!

 

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