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#2 of 4 motels in Tappahannock
Location
4.2
Rooms
3.5
Value
4.5
Cleanliness
4.2
Service
4.1
Sleep Quality
3.8
Welcome to Southside Motel & Marina, your Tappahannock “home away from home.” Southside Motel & Marina aims to make your visit as relaxing and enjoyable as possible, which is why so many guests continue to come back year after year.
Guest rooms offer a flat screen TV, air conditioning, and a refrigerator, and Southside Motel & Marina makes getting online easy as free internet access is available.
You can also take advantage of some of the amenities offered by the motel, including a 24 hour front desk. In addition, guests can enjoy a pool during their visit. As an added convenience, there is free parking available to guests.
When you’re feeling hungry, be sure to check out Java Jacks Coffee House, which is a cafe that is popular with locals and out-of-towners alike.
If you’re looking for things to do, you can check out Essex County Museum and Historical Society (0.6 mi) or Tappahannock Art Gallery (0.5 mi), which are popular attractions amongst tourists, and they are all within walking distance.
Southside Motel & Marina puts the best of Tappahannock at your fingertips, making your stay both relaxing and enjoyable.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Vending machine
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Convenience store
Non-smoking hotel
24-hour front desk
Internet
Outdoor pool
Room features
Air conditioning
Additional bathroom
Desk
Telephone
Clothes rack
Refrigerator
Flatscreen TV
Bath / shower
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Room types
Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
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Location
910 South Church Lane, Tappahannock, VA 22560
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Car recommended
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We book a block of rooms every April for our family/friends who travel to attend our theme birthday parties in Center Cross . 2022 was Roaring Twenties. 2023 will be Wild West. My hubby & I are very fond of this establishment, since this is where we used to stay when travelling from PA more than 11 years ago before we purchased our home here. Our guest are comfortable returning to this hotel year after year & especially enjoy the pool during the summer months. Rooms are clean & neat. Owners are professional & courteous & are a joy to work with. We just love this Motel.
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Date of stay: April 2022Trip type: Traveled with family
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Gave 4 stars for the value. We arrived driving through town. Very dismayed with the appearance of the Days Inn. We drove here.
The place was good for the $50.00. Quite, clean and near the river. I believe, the family lives behind it.s
We stayed in a non-smoking rooms which are the closest to the quiet area with a glimpse of the river. I'd return although it wasn't the newest; it was a good and clean value.
Great town to visit. Go ask the locals about the cliff area to the east and the eagles!!! Antiques are great and quiet nice town!!!!
The place was good for the $50.00. Quite, clean and near the river. I believe, the family lives behind it.s
We stayed in a non-smoking rooms which are the closest to the quiet area with a glimpse of the river. I'd return although it wasn't the newest; it was a good and clean value.
Great town to visit. Go ask the locals about the cliff area to the east and the eagles!!! Antiques are great and quiet nice town!!!!
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Date of stay: October 2007Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Stayed here a couple of times when working in the area. Owners are very helpful. Terrific prices and central location. Rooms in the back of the hotel offer quiet and restful sleep. No traffic noise and overlook the river
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Date of stay: January 2015Trip type: Traveled on business
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It was a very quick trip for me. I was in hurry and i want a room for refreshment. So I searched and found cheapest one for it. But i did mistake. Staff was very good and helpful.But heater was not working and hand towels were dirty.
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Date of stay: October 2016Trip type: Traveled on business
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We were in town to visit family. Older motel but very clean. They are in the process of renovating some rooms. Front desk staff were very welcoming and nice. Spacious room, very clean, and quiet. Close to restaurants, shopping, and the river.
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Date of stay: November 2015Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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When I pulled into the parking lot I became suspicious. When you see people leaning on the walls of the building drinking their 40's (oz of beer). Or when you check in the reservations is behind bullet proof glass. The most up settling was that the smell of the room nearly knocked me over. Had to go out a buy Frabreeze to kill the musty order of the room. If you turned off the AC the smell was back in no time. I must say the room was clean but dated.
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Date of stay: October 2015Trip type: Traveled solo
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Room Tip: Heard the trucks passing all night and people slamming doors. OKay if you are desperate but not...
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The Southside Motel and Marina is a diamond in the rough. My room had a comfortable king size bed, nice size fridge, microwave and coffee pot. The room was clean and the staff went out of their way to make sure I always had clean towels, the room and was clean and that I had coffee supplies. The motel owners were the best. They allowed me to use the motel to have mail forwarded. I stayed for the entire month of April. If I'm ever in this part again, I would check for a room here first.
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Date of stay: April 2015Trip type: Traveled solo
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I stay here anytime I am working in the area. The owners are friendly, helpful, and operate a very clean, well maintained motel. If you need anything, they try to assist and make your stay as comfortable as possible. I use my computer to do work at night, and the added bonus is having a very fast WiFi connection, faster than most chain motels and hotels. I had stayed previously one night and was having trouble with my computer being configured to their WiFi. Neal took it upon himself to bring my computer to the office, determined it needed to be synced with their DNS number, and was fixed so that I could work that evening. I have never stayed anywhere, where the motel owner/manager went to that length to make my stay worthwhile. I highly recommend this motel and the owners to anyone who want a very clean room and affordable place to stay for the evening.
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Date of stay: November 2014Trip type: Traveled on business
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We stayed over the July 4th holiday weekend (2 nights) and had a good experience for the most part. We had one of the smallest rooms (2 doubles) with refrigerator and microwave. No in-room coffee maker but the owner had coffee ready in the small lobby at any time you requested...which we did at 6am. Apparently, the larger rooms do have coffee makers. The décor was "dated" but the room was clean. Our small room did not have a table and chairs so realIy the only place to sit was on a bed. I had a very big issue with only getting ONE key...which was truly a key...not an electronic swipe card. So if my friend went out before me and then I wanted to get back in, I was screwed. I had to wait for her to get back and let me in. The charge for a 2nd key was $5.00. So I didn't want to pay for it so that is my fault. This is not the Crowne Plaza so you are not going to see that type of clientele but everyone that I spoke with was very nice. It was quiet at night as most people are going fishing in the wee hours of the morning. The boat slips are adequate as long as you come in and out on high tide. We did not bring our boat in but did check out the slips. Would I stay here again for the price? Yes, I would. I would get one of the bigger rooms though. For what the Holiday Inn is charging to look out over the Walmart parking lot, I would stay here for less $$ and have a great view of the creek in the evening if I wanted to take a short stroll. There is one negative that is huge....the hotel was at full occupancy on July 5th (Saturday) and we smelled a very strong sewage odor from our bathroom. After contacting the owner he said to just keep the bathroom door closed and keep the fan on. That did work but it shouldn't have happened in the first place. I can tell you right now that it was because the motel had maximum occupancy and the septic system couldn't keep up. We were not the only ones to complain about the odor. This probably wouldn't happen on any other ordinary weekend or weekday but it is definitely worth mentioning. Overall, a decent enough place to stay if you aren't looking for anything fancy.
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Date of stay: July 2014Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Room Tip: Probably best to ask for a larger room to the back of the property.
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owner is very friendly, he is willing to work with you if you need to check in earlier. rooms are clean pool is clean owner works to fix problems right away if one arises. Great price. Great view of the river. We will be coming back
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Date of stay: August 2013Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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"Heard the trucks passing all night and people slamming doors. OKay if you are desperate but not with family"Read full review
"Best to request a room at the rear of the property. Larger rooms and away from traffic noise. Also, great parking for anyone towing a boat. Rooms are a bit "dated" but everything was very clean. Don't expect fine bath towels and you need to ask for new towels each day if you need them. The owners are very accommodating. The pool is well maintained. I will come back again."Read full review
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NUMBER OF ROOMS
30
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Frequently Asked Questions about Southside Motel & Marina
Which popular attractions are close to Southside Motel & Marina?
Nearby attractions include Essex County Museum and Historical Society (0.6 miles), Thyme In A Basket (0.6 miles), and Acme Antiques (0.3 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Southside Motel & Marina?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, a pool, and free parking.
Which room amenities are available at Southside Motel & Marina?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, a flat screen TV, and a refrigerator.
Is parking available at Southside Motel & Marina?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Southside Motel & Marina?
Conveniently located restaurants include TO DO CAFE & SEAFOOD, Java Jacks Coffee House, and NN Burger.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Southside Motel & Marina?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Is Southside Motel & Marina located near the city center?
Yes, it is 0.6 miles away from the center of Tappahannock.
Are there any historical sites close to Southside Motel & Marina?
Many travelers enjoy visiting DAW Theater (0.6 miles).