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Dolphin Inn

2.5 of 5
1705 Atlantic Avenue, Virginia Beach, VA 23451 (Northeast Virginia Beach)
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Dolphin Inn
Ranked #79 of 118 hotels in Virginia Beach
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    3 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    3 of 5 stars
  • Service
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    3 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    3 of 5 stars
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1 review
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013 via mobile

Great for larger family, not a 4 star hotel. But good location, large rooms, nice staff. Older hotel could use some up dating but very happy with our stay as planning to stay there again with in the next couple weeks!

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 4, 2013 via mobile

I would not recommend this place till they cleaned it up...tub was dirty and jets had slime on them dirt I every corner of the room furniture smells horrible and filthy..I told the man at desk and he said they can spray the room...

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed March 19, 2013

We stayed at the Dolphin Inn for one night during off-season while in town for the half marathon. The hotel was overpriced for off-season, but the location was right and we were booking at the last minute. Pros: Good location right on the beach, walking distance to restaurants, etc., parking garage, friendly service. We had an ocean-facing suite with a... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed January 24, 2013

The room was exactly as described on the web site BUT it was so worn and shabby. The chair at the desk was literally falling apart. A blanket on one of the double beds had a huge hole in it. The pull out sofa was not fit to sit in - you sank in it - no support and that... More

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Axton, Virginia, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 23, 2013

We arrived in the afternoon, during a very bad rainstorm. Was very easy to find. Parking garage was right by check-in, so was able to go in and register without getting wet. We were assigned a room on the 10th floor. Beautiful views from the balcony. Room was very nice. Loved the indoor pool on the 8th floor as it... More

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Kiev, Ukraine
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed January 18, 2013

It's not good hotel for visit. I'm from Ukraine. My friends and I visit this hotel in November of 2012. Once in the evening we detect a thief of some personal goods from our room. Any of security cameras were not working. We can't prove manager of the hotel that his staffs are thieves. I don't want to take vengeance... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 12, 2013

First of all this was the 4th year my husband and I stayed at the Dolphin Inn. This is not a 5 star resort but its also not a hole in the wall. The living room is large and has a beautiful view of the ocean. The balcony is nice and serves its purpose. The kitchenette is perfect for a... More

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Gloucester, Virginia
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed December 31, 2012

Old, dingy and dirty.Everything needs to be redone! Needs new carpet, furniture, paint. The only thing I liked was that it was a nice oceanfront view. The furniture had seen better days. Very dingy and dirty. The bathroom wasnt very nice either. Jacuzzi tub is yuck. Its a suite barely larger than a standard hotel room. Was told in was... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 30, 2012

After reading all of the reviews, we were not sure what to expect. But from the minute we arrived til the minute we left we had no complaints whatsoever. The gentleman who checked us in, Art, was so nice and helpful. He helped us several times while we were there and was so polite and kind about it. Another front... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed October 20, 2012

Spent 3 nights here. Right in the middle of the Boardwalk. Nice little suites, double jacuzzi in bath. Small covered pool on the roof. Easy walk to everything. Staff was very friendly. Would stay here again.

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  • Very helpful(4)
  • Older hotel(3)
  • Rooms are clean(3)
  • Wonderful time(3)

Additional Information about Dolphin Inn

Address: 1705 Atlantic Avenue, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
Region: United States > Virginia > Virginia Beach > Northeast Virginia Beach
Amenities:
Beach Business Center Free Parking Kitchenette Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#43 On the Beach Hotels in Virginia Beach
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:2.5 star (2.5*)
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