Hotels That Are Close to Beaches in Virginia

Hotels That Are Close to Beaches in Virginia

sandy beach scene on pensacola beach image by Edward Cooper from <a href='http://www.fotolia.com'>Fotolia.com</a>

The motto for the state of Virginia is "Virginia is for Lovers." Nowhere is that more true than at a beachfront hotel with the fine sand and bright, blue Atlantic right at your doorstep. There are 112 miles of Atlantic coastline in Virginia, where you can relax, explore and even do a little surfing. While by far the most popular and populated area for a Virginia beach hotel stays is in Virginia Beach, there are beachfront accommodations all along the Virginia shoreline and Chincoteague Island.

The Cavalier Hotel‎

The Cavalier Hotel‎ has been drawing lovers to Virginia Beach since the 1920s. An upscale resort hotel, the Cavalier is a premiere East Coast wedding destination and is located right on the sand. The property spans 18 beachfront acres with a variety of activities for guests, including a luxurious white sand beach, tennis courts, two indoor pools, a full fitness center, shuffleboard and a croquet lawn.

If you want to get out of the sun and relax, there's a reading library, a game room and comfortable guest rooms with complimentary wireless Internet. Dining is also made easy, as the property has five dining choices along with a kids' cafe.

The Cavalier Hotel‎
4201 Atlantic Ave.
Virginia Beach, VA 23451
(757) 425-8555
cavalierhotel.com‎

Cape Charles Hotel

Cape Charles Hotel is located on the west side of Chincoteague Island on scenic Chesapeake Bay. The historic hotel was built in the 1880s and boasts over 13,000 square feet of space, all of which is handicap accessible.

The hotel has a mere 17 rooms, each adorned with turn-of-the-century furnishings and an artist's touch. The hotel occupies a prime spot in the heart of downtown Cape Charles, with easy access to the eastern shore of the Chesapeake, where you'll find beach activity along with opportunity to explore the coastline in a sea kayak or on foot. The hotel's convenient shops and restaurants abound.

Cape Charles Hotel‎
235 Mason Ave.
Cape Charles, VA 23310
(757) 331-3130
capecharleshotel.com‎

Cape Henry Inn‎

An Armed Forces Recreation Center hotel, the Cape Henry Inn‎ and Beach Club provides one of the newest beach experiences on the East Coast. Located on the northern point of Virginia Beach at Fort Story, the Cape Henry Inn provides wildlife viewing with bottle nose dolphins fancying the coastline off the beach.

The Chesapeake Beach has a myriad of activity with sunbathing, beach strolling, beautiful sunsets and excellent surf for riding. There are two outdoor pools, beach cabanas and a campground to go with 120 lodge rooms.

Cape Henry Inn‎
1116 Fort Story
Virginia Beach, VA 23459
(757) 422-8818
capehenryinn.com‎

Article Written By Patrick Cameron

Patrick Cameron is a freelance writer with 10 years of diverse experience in consumer goods branding, promotions and retail communications. He works out of his home in Denver, Colo. He received his Bachelor of Arts in mass communication from the University of Minnesota.

Write for Trails.com
  • Editor's Pick

    5 Top North American Wildflower Hikes

    5 Top North American Wildflower Hikes

    Springtime brings a sense of new beginnings and new life as flowers begin to bloom and fill the air with their sweet and pleasant fragrance. Luckily we can see wildflowers all summer long, since spring hits at different times throughout North America. See flowering cactu...

    More National Parks...
  • Popular Article

    National Park Substitutes: Great Spots Without the Crowds

    National Park Substitutes: Great Spots Without the Crowds

    Coping with crowds at national parks can get tiresome, especially during the peak tourist season. If you want to escape from the herd, or just take a breather from the bustle of bigger attractions, the United States has plenty of less-visited but still worthwhile spots t...

    More National Parks...
  • Featured Destination

    Prevent Yourself from Getting Lost While Hiking

    Prevent Yourself from Getting Lost While Hiking

    When you're hiking you're going to want to make sure you stay found. What I mean by that is that you've put an itinerary in the car, you know the area that you're hiking to, you know the route and the trail you plan on being on, you know what the trail markers are going ...

    More Camping Basics...

Hotel Finder

Destination
Check-in
Check-out
Adults (18+ yrs)
Children (2-17 yrs)
Get Rates and Availability

Outdoor Gear & Equipment

ALL NEW Trails Gear Store powered by:

Trail Finder

US Map

Search by Keyword