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“Keep Your Eyes On Your Fries - & Especially Your Credit Card !!!!”

Renaissance Portsmouth Hotel & Waterfront Conference Center

1 of 5 stars
djlovindan
central Virginia
Nov 10, 2009
1/4 found this review helpful

Fabulous accommodations, VERY expensive restaurant (wish it was also very good). Beautiful expansive views of the busy Elizabeth River, with Waterside Mall across the water in Norfolk, easily reached...more

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Renaissance Portsmouth Hotel & Waterfront Conference Center

0 of 5 stars
DOSMPortsmouth
Portsmouth
Nov 11, 2009

Dear Guest, Thank you for your candor and feedback. We take these comments EXTREMELY seriously and were concerned when we were notified of your posting. We have spoken with the managers on duty...more

“Elegant, comfortable and clean”

Renaissance Portsmouth Hotel & Waterfront Conference Center

4 of 5 stars
DublinSammy
Dublin
Nov 10, 2009

We had a delightful stay at The Renaissance Portsmouth Hotel. The service from the doorman, reception and portering was excellent. All staff were very friendly. The interior design throughout the...more

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Renaissance Portsmouth Hotel & Waterfront Conference Center

0 of 5 stars
DOSMPortsmouth
Portsmouth
Nov 11, 2009

DublinSammy, Thank you for your feedback. We love our hotel and our historic location in Olde Towne Portsmouth. We hope you had an opportunity to see some of the amazing little shops, restaurants...more

“A Great Place for a Conference”

Renaissance Portsmouth Hotel & Waterfront Conference Center

4 of 5 stars
scarletman1972
Virginia
Nov 9, 2009

I read the other reviews in Trip Advisor and wonder what they were looking at regarding the staff and service provided. I found EVERYONE at the hotel attentive and friendly. Even with a football...more

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Renaissance Portsmouth Hotel & Waterfront Conference Center

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DOSMPortsmouth
Portsmouth
Nov 11, 2009

scarletman1972, Thank you for a wonderful review. We take great pride in our hotel and love hearing the kudos from our team's hard work. more

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