| 333 Waterside Drive Norfolk, VA 23510 | |
| 36° 50' 36.38'', -76° 17' 30.41'' | |
| +17576253625 | |
| VHF Ch. 16 | |
| www.watersidemarina.com | |
| Norfolk |
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The Waterside Marina is conveniently located in Downtown Norfolk. New Floating Docks and Power installed in 2020. Amenities include: showers, floating docks, 20 foot depth, ice, complimentary grocery shuttle service, winter storage and free wireless internet. Walking distance to Norfolk's shopping, restaurants, arts, entertainment and attractions.
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There's not much to this Marina for the price you pay. We have a small boat so that means we have to park very far from the bathrooms. I've stayed at other Marinas that had a pool and nice showers that were close by for $60. If we were younger and didn't have pain in our feet, maybe this wouldn't be such a problem, but I just don't understand the price for this Marina. The guy that came out to help us with our boat was very nice and I believe his name started with a P. It was a very unique name. Maybe handing out a brochure with breakfast places or things to do something to help with the price would've been nice. Maybe some water. We just live around the corner and didn't want drive home after a couple cocktails.
Outstanding staff and facilities. Always a favorite for us.
We stayed 2 nights at Waterside. Nice docks. Convenient to town and local attractions. We enjoyed sitting on the boat watching the action on the waterway. Very helpful and knowledgeable dock staff!
Staff was very professional. Help me tie up answered all my questions. And it is an excellent location right downtown Norfolk.
Everything was fine at the Marina. It might be nice to notify people booking if there are special events happening that weekend. Some may not be family friendly.
Good staff and good floating docks. Could use new shower heads in the showers (low flow). Downtown Norfolk is always great.
Nice facility close to everything
It is always a pleasure to visit Waterside, the staff are pleasant, knowledgeable and professional.
Great Marina and Facilities. Friendly and skilled dockhands and management. Great location with lots of things to do. Highly recommend.
excellent service. pleasure to stay
Love this marina. The staff could not have been more helpful and friendly. Especially helping with the pump out. The docks are brand new and being right downtown where the action is, along with a 10 mile bike trail along the water just added to the list of highlights. Unfortunately we came on a Tuesday, and all of the restaurants along the water were closed. We did take a stroll up Granby Street where other restaurants were, but many of those were closed too. Not the fault of the marina, but just a word of caution for future visits.
Quick and professional staff, new floating docks, the best location in Norfolk.
Just had another great stay at Waterside. Love the location and the docks are in perfect condition. The dockhands are professional and friendly and very helpful. Great place to stay!
Great staff and high quality service
Was put on outside of marina which made getting dogs ashore very difficult. Expected to be on floating dock but due to weather lots of boats didn’t leave do we were left outside marina proper no security not right.
Staff helpful- location great - well protected for a good night sleep M/Y NANCE
Great shape. Great location
Here’s hoping we get To stay here again for our return trip back up North in April. Great spot! Great staff! Awesome docks!! Walkable to everything except the grocery store and laundry. If you need to reprovision they order you a Lyft to get to Harris Teeter to go there and back. Very easy. James the dockmaster along with his crew do a fantastic job. Thanks again for an awesome stay.
Great service and staff
Great staff! Even better location!!
Although they were ‘full’ they were willing to take us on the outside dock while advising we would be exposed to wakes. We requested a reservation on very short notice. Kendall who worked the dock was very proficient and helpful with our lines and providing the marina information. Every time we have visited Waterside over the years we had a good experience. There are several good places to eat and drink within easy walking distance.
We had a wonderful stay at Waterside Marina. The two young men that helped us in were wonderful. They are very good at what they do. They even recommend a diving company to have our props exchange for the spares after going through the Dismal Swamp. There are many restaurants within walking distance from the marina. I highly recommend this marina.
Good friendly and helpful dock staff.
We spent a week here for the AGLCA Rendezvous. We had a fantastic experience from the moment we docked until we departed. The staff went above and beyond to assist us on a non boating related issue. We will definitely stay here again!
“Lovely spot — peaceful and quiet, with kind, helpful people always ready to lend a hand. Thank you!”
Great help on the lines while docking from Kendall and the rest of the crew. Marina in excellent condition.
Great experience. Only reason give 4 stars is it doesn’t have everything, still a great stop.
I docked the AGLCA Rendezvous. Great facilities and Staff. No substitute for floating docks. Thank you James and staff. They are very attentive and friendly. I like it so much, I'll be back 2 more times in May.
Booked online, confirmed within an hour and greeted with the dockhand once we hailed the marina on 16. Nice location and amenities.
This is one of our favourite marinas doing the American Great Loop along the ICW. The staff go above and beyond, the floating docks are perfect, the location is perfect. Don't forget that there is a free ride you can call called FRED. It's an electric car that is sponsored by the downtown stores.
These guys are very friendly and helpful. The docks are in nice shape and are floating. They also accept packages for you.
Great place right downtown and well protected.
Great location in downtown Norfolk. Easy in and out off Elizabeth River/ICW. Very helpful staff with nice floating docks.
A lovely small marina with very helpful staff. A special mention to Kendall who took good care of us.
James was great and even checked with us a few times enroute. He answered the radio as we neared the dock, guided us in and helped to secure our lines. The dock is a new floating dock with adjustable cleats. We had good power and minimal current. It is tight coming in and out. You are in the heart of downtown with lots of restaurants. Two blocks from the USS Wisconsin. See them again soon for the looper meeting. Dave & Brenda Blue Moon
Waterside Marina continues to impress. This is a regular stop of ours and we have been impressed every time with the motivation and skill of the dockhands. The marina is in a great location and is meticulously maintained with great WiFi, amenities, etc. Don't pass this up without stopping for the night or just for lunch.
We had an excellent stay at Waterside. Easy entrance and exit. No current to deal with. The marina is protected from river traffic wake. Kendall was great, met us as we pulled in, and helped with lines and power. The head was very clean, but a little walk away. We had an excellent dinner across the river at Fish and Slips. Just take the $2 ferry over.
Staff were excellent, and the docks are lovely. The heads are a long walk and frequently things like paper towel dispensers and even the lighting were not working. The location itself is perfect for an in-town experience.
Just in time for the Illumination Parade!! Excellent time, easy contact, good dock help!
Friendly, excellent dock hands and docks. Very accommodating for our group.
All positive. Dock crew took great ceare of us both leading up to and during our stay. I highly recommed this marina.
Friendly helpfull staff. Reasonable price. Walking distance to a lot of stuff.
Great marina and superb dock master in James! So very accommodating and helpful. He even offered to come in on his day off to help us with lines! (Unnecessary.) Thank you James and team for a great stay. It will be my first choice on our next visit to the area.
Fun times! Great Marina! Staff were so helpful, baths and showers were clean and you’re right in the middle of all the fun activities and restaurants Norfolk has to offer! We’ll be back!
Great place to stay. The marina is spotless and the staff are some of the friendliest on the east coast. There were three dock attendants to greet me last time I pulled in. The dockmaster is great for sourcing out service reliable providers. For insurance reasons, I couldn’t proceed south until 1 November and choice to park my boat there for a month. The confidence staff did a great job looking after her in my absence.
Great staff and nice marina. Bathrooms are quite far away though.
Great location. Easy walk into town. 3 great dockhands were there to meet us at the dock. New floating docks with bumbers all around the slip. Everyone was very willing to help with whatever questions we had. Definitely will stay there again.
This is our 4th stay at Waterside. Very responsive and dockhands are extremely professional and courteous. We always try to stay two days here! Easy walk to all kinds of bars and restaurants such as Grace O'Malley's!
Our favorite marina in the Chesapeake! Even though we are only there twice a year, James treats us like we dock there daily. He makes sure that Serene is well secured at the dock and is always available for any additional needs. We look forward to our return.
We had a great time at Waterside. James, Elliot and Danny the Dockmasters are absolutely fabulous: helpful, competent, friendly. We will come back!
Great staff....they make all the difference!!!
James from the dock office was EXCELLENT!!!
Facilities were very nice, dock hand was great and on duty till 10pm
Excellent location and the staff is extremely attentive.
Very helpful dock personnel, and felt very safe
Great trip. Dockhands were very helpful and courteous. Came to our boats to help us dock (nearly unheard of at most marinas on the Bay!). Clean bathhouses, walking distance to excellent restaurants, interesting outdoor market on Sunday, fun boat watching as many headed south on the ICW!! Great location for fall boating!!
The staff was awesome! Took care of everything and worked their butts off!
Great dock hands! Great location for some family members to visit this week. Clean, well kept docks. Clean facilities. Always look for ward to staying at Waterside.
Fantastic... best service we have had at a marina. The help with the lines and getting in and out of a tight spot was amazing and you did not feel like you were putting them out. The bathrooms and showers were clean and well kept also!
Clean, nice Marina. Great dock hands and clean 3phase power. Will definitely return.
Spent 4 nights then had to leave for 2 weeks. James the dock master couldn't have been more helpful in sorting out the reservation. The docks and adjustable cleats are very good, and the power is nice and stable. All in all one of the better deals out there.
Amazing dock team. I had planned to stay a few nights. Then it became a week. The dock team couldn’t be more accommodating or helpful. Nice modern docks and electric. A good wave wall to reduce wakes. And right in the heart of downtown Norfolk.
Staff was very helpful. Marina is conveniently located. Dockmaster Danny is awesome!
The marina and staff really do make this a great place to spend a few days in Norfolk. Can be a bit tight maneuvering in the marina depending on how full it is and the bathrooms are a bit of a hike but the proximity to downtown and all the restaurants and shops more than make up for it.
Great facility with great staff. Many nearby restaurants and things to do and see - both in Norfolk and across the river in Portsmouth. We have stopped at Waterside Marina a number of times and have never been disappointed. James. the Dockmaster, and his crew are awesome.
Always great. Marina was full on the weekend, but Danny, (Dockmaster), made room for me. These guys are the best!!
Chris and the staff took great care of us as in prior visits. Great location, we’ll be back.
5 star marina!! great staff and great location!
Great marina and better staff! Walking distance to entertainment and restaurants.
Great marina with extremely friendly and helpful staff, neat views and plenty of restaurants and things to do close by.
Great docks, staff, location, amenities, well be back next year.
We are locals and have stayed at Waterside many times. James and staff are top notch, knowledgeable, courteous and efficient. Always enjoy being able to walk to attractions and good restaurants close by as well.
Met at the dock by two dock hands the helped us get tied up and oriented. Reservation and payment on Dockwa was effortless.
Best crew at waterside they go above and beyond dockmaster is the best thanks
Waterside Marina is ALWAYS a great stay. The marina staff are very helpful and polite. The area around Waterside is so much fun- lots of good restaurants and bars with entertainment. We just completed another 4 day stay at Waterside marina. As always everything was perfect!!. The marina staff are so helpful and friendly!!! We are local to the area and LOVE our frequent stays there!!!
Perfect location, easy walk to restaurants and shops. Supermarket 2 mile bike ride. Great walking and biking paths along the waterfront. Friendly and helpful staff. Reasonable rates. Will stay here again.
The team at Waterside is the best!
I run a 80FT private motor yacht and have been stopping in Norfolk for many years. I always go to Waterside. The location is fantastic and the docks are top notch. I usually get lucky and get the 90ft floating pier which is a perfect spot. I just left after a 12 day stay waiting out weather heading back home to South Florida and the staff (Danny &James) were super accommodating as always. I had an open ended schedule and they made it happen. Truly the easiest Marina on the East Coast to deal with. I’ll be a customer for life! Thanks again to the guys over there for making my stay so easy and enjoyable. See y’all next summer! Cheers.
Very nice and friendly staff
James, Danny, and the crew at Waterside are the most professional, courteous, and welcoming dockside crew. Their experience is a true value to us boaters. We look forward to staying again on our return trip.
Great location, good floating docks and friendly staff.
Great staff, on the docks helping with lines & electric....always enjoy staying there...
We enjoyed our stay there and the marina dock master and staff were very accommodating
Great staff, excellent floating docks. A longer walk to showers than I expected
Verry nice location, bath and shower are more basic. But friendly pepole and central downtown!
Super nice and clean marina in a great location and all of the staff were amazing!! Friendly, helpful, professional...... very impressed. Highly recommend!!
Great location and great staff. Lots of restaurants within walking distance. Beautiful area.
The staff went above & beyond to make sure that we enjoyed our stay. There were complimentary rides to the supermarket (in the mornings) & they even met you when you returned with a cart & helped you load them on your boat. The marina - very conveniently located to everything! Will definitely be back ;).
Very nice marina in Downtown Norfolk. The staff is exceptionally professional and helpful. Marina is very clean and well maintained.
Excellent staff, well maintained and perfectly located marina.
We spent two nights tied up at Waterside Marina and really enjoyed our stay. The dockmaster, Jimmy, called us mid-afternoon to check on our projected arrival and let us know our dock assignment. We had requested a port side tie and upon arrival, Danny and Kendal were waiting on the finger pier of a perfect slip to assist with the dock lines, connect our water lines and filter, get us connected to shore power, and perform a pump-out. They performed those tasks with the speed and precision of a NASCAR pit crew! The floating docks with adjustable cleat placement were great. The marina is very near parks, museums, numerous restaurants, and shopping that are all within easy walking distance. We toured the General Douglas MacArthur museum, which was a few blocks away and offered free admission. Waterside Marina has a 5-star team running a very nice facility. We will certainly return.
Great location. Staff is outstanding. Facilities are immaculate. Always stay here when traveling the ICW.
Dock hands were awesome! Washroom facilities were very nice and very clean. Close proximity to great food and shopping! I give it a solid 10!
Great location but facilities for bath/shower were far from the docks.
What a find.....right in the heart of downtown Norfolk and very reasonably priced considering the location. Amazing staff - couldn't do enough for us. Would certainly recommend a stay here - it was so good we went back a 2nd time!
Another" must stop" on our way from Savannah to Annapolis. The facilities are a 10, and the staff and dock support were there and available for our every need . We were certainly not their biggest transient [ 42 ] ; but we were treated as though we were special. the access to the whole Waterside Park and Commercial district was great with restaurants and touring all within 2-3 blocks. You will not be disappointed , and likely will find your own " must stop" ....We are returning in a couple of weeks on our way back south. WELL SEA ....
Amazing location, great docks, the service here was fantastic. Highly recommend staying here.
Waterside has been one of our favorite spots. There is so much to do. The docks are is excellent shape. Very protected. Wish the bathrooms were a little bigger but all and all it was great. Staff were friendly and professional.
Very nice docks. We stayed on the inside tied to the floating docks. Service was outstanding. Will stay there again.
Awesome stay dockmaster James was great! So helpful with docking and info on Norfolk
The staff here is always exceedingly helpful. They are very friendly & knowledgeable about the area. The marina “office” is conveniently staffed until 10:00 pm. We have stayed the night at many marinas on the ICW & find Waterside to be one of the best. It is centrally located within walking distance for dining / shopping in Norfolk and getting right back to the ICW.
The Waterside Marina staff were Outstanding hosts for our July 4th stay!
This is a great marina in a super location. The concrete floating slips are just a few years old and are in very good condition. Service is also very good with knowledgeable dockhands ready to assist you getting docked and underway. It is a short walk to many outstanding restaurants, museums and other attractions including Town Point Park that hosts several festivals throughout the year. I have been here many times and will continue to return!
The deck hands who met us were great. They did a professional job with dock lines and getting our electricity hooked up. Ed
Great staff, very clean and well maintained marina with several restaurants in walking distance.
Excellent service and a great place to dock with the family.
Thank you to James! What a hospitality! Was a great stay at Waterside. This marina is not cheap, but very nice situated and really very helpful marineros!
The dock hands are great. They are very hospitable and service oriented. We love staying downtown.
Great marina. James and his team are super nice! Easy in and out with state of the art floating docks And they provided a free taxi to grocery store and back! Super area to walk on river walk and lots to see. Downtown near restaurants and mall. Will stay again!
The harbor was clean and staff polite! Stay there every time I come thru with a boat !
Awesome assistance docking. On shore entertainment include live bands and fireworks. Definitely a “don’t miss” stop.
Docks are in great shape and the location is excellent. We enjoyed free music all weekend sitting on the boat while a festival was underway. Staff was excellent. Friendly, knowledgeable and prompt when we needed to extend a day due to weather. Only complaint is the bathrooms. They are a long walk from the docks. And during our staff were routinely dirty and out of toilet paper.
Nice docks, very well maintained marina.
We just finished our third stop at Waterside Marina. Each stop has been great. The staff is ALWAYS knowledgeable, friendly, courteous and efficient. They know what to do to help with docking, they know local places boaters may need, packages are received and stored safely. Waterside Marina is in a protected spot. We safely waited our Hurricane Ian last year. Yes there are other marinas nearby, but why would you go elsewhere when a great marina like Waterside is available.
Dockmaster and the team our outstanding! Convenient location to Norfolk. Great views from the marina.
Only one night stay. The dock hands were super helpful! Would like stay again if we’re in the area.
Great marina, great staff, a perfect place to stay between the bay and the ICW.
Dock hands were very helpful tying up and the marina is close to many restaurants and shops. we will definitely come back again
It was nice to be downtown and near museums, parks, greenway, and historic sites. Several restaurants on site. The staff was helpful and the location quiet during our stay. They were gearing up for a weekend waterfront fest with live music and vendors so if that’s your thing - and excellent location.
We really enjoyed Waterside Marina. Perfect location, well kept marina. Lots within walking distance. Easy to use either Uber or Lyft in Norfolk. They had plenty of dockhands to help us upon arrival. I would have given it 5 stars, but it doesn't have laundry or fuel at the marina. This was not a problem for us but others make note if this is something you need. Also according to their website they will provide Uber to the closest supermarket at 10 am each morning, however we didn't use this, but an excellent service to offer. I would definitely stay here again.
Always a great experience docking here. Every single staff member is friendly and happy to help. And the docks are in a great shape.
Greta staff!!!! From the time we got there to the time we left. Attentive and helpful. Docks are in great shape and the cleats are on a rail system the can be adjusted to meet the needs of each individual vessel! Long walk to the bathrooms and laundry unless you are on the entry dock or the wall dock. Right in the heart and an easy walk to anything you want to do while visiting Norfolk. Good rates, dockhands handle the pump out for you!!!! Secure, you can feel safe here. Would stay again.
On our previous visit all of the waterside Restaurants/bars were closed when we visited but OMG there was so many other cool things to see and do when we visited. Their new floating docks are super impressive and docking couldn't have been easier with Seth's help. He turned us on to "Grain" a bar/restaurant on the 5 floor roof of the Hilton and it was AWESOME! We visited Nauticus and the USS Wisconsin which was fun and walked around the historic Mason District. I thought downtown Norfolk was going to be just a bunch of big buildings but there was oh so much more..... On this visit over Memorial Day weekend I was worried it was going to be crazy busy and we were arriving at the peak of outgoing tide. James the DM was more than willing to accommodate us anyway he could. We negotiated via text msg a location that would allow me to back into the slip with the current as opposed to perpendicular to the current. James and his team couldn't have made docking any easier. Once again we visited Grain and other restaurants in town. Used complimentary shuttle to the supermarket both times which is super convenient. We will definitely stop here again
Great stop, location is excellent, staff very helpful, facilities are top notch, showers a ways from the slips depending on where they put you...
A full 5 star review because of their stellar customer service. Knowledgeable, friendly and constantly looking to help. We'd return without hesitation.
The staff at Waterside is awesome! They were accommodating, courteous, and they even delivered our packages! Highly recommend!
Always a favorite stop. Great location, helpful staff.
Top notch service from all of the Dockhands from the time we arrived to the moment we left. I highly recommend this as a stop!
The marina staff were outstanding. We were there for the AGLCA event and they were filled to capacity. Nonetheless, the staff were extremely helpful, always available and bent over backwards to accommodate us.
Dockhands great! Great location to get around Norfolk.
Great place right dowtown. Very helpful crew.
Great marina staff and docks, but a little bit tight. Marina location is great! Showers/restrooms are a bit far but clean and plenty of hot water. The Waterside building is showing g its age a bit (I remember when it was brand new 40ish years ago!) But the downtown area of Norfolk is nice with lots to do and the restaurants and shops that are there are good!
Staff were fantastic.
Perfect spot for recharging after or before getting into the ICW. This marina is in the heart of waterfront Norfolk. Numerous festivals and celebrations occur within a pitching wedge of this marina. The activities stop well before any sailors’ bed time so expect some music and people noise during the daylight hours. The crew that greets you are knowledgeable and very helpful in getting you to and tied up in your slip. Appreciate the great help this past weekend. The Marina is located within a few blocks of the rejuvenated downtown Norfolk area and numerous watering holes and restaurants are within walking distances from your vessels. This was our fourth time here and they have never dissapppinted our expectations. Thanks! Final Approach
There is lots to do nearby
Good location and docks are newish There was a festival at Waterside all day and into evening with SUPER LOUD club music all weekend. Definitely completely spoiled any chance enjoy the great weather and all the other loopers in town. The docks are NOT secured with a gate so anyone can just walk right up to your slip at any time day or night. The bathroom/shower is quite a hike. I would not go back unless they confirm that no similar event with long days of loud Music was planned.
Staff is so helpful. They are so courteous and accommodating. The area is beautiful and fun.
Excellent communication after reservation through Dockwa. Danny did a fantastic job helping us get settled in the slip. Loved the close proximity to town. Enjoyed our weekend!
Friendly, helpful staff. We'll maintained docks & bathrooms. Good location. The only downfall was the distance to the bathroom/shower. Would recommend this marina to others.
What a great place to stay !!! It is downtown Norfolk !! Great docks and even better is the assistance from James the manager ! He was so helpful so friendly so welcoming ! We will be back for sure ! Thanks so much !
Norfolk is awesome. Crew at marina does anything they can to be helpful. Nice facilities.
Excellent spot for us to wait out a storm. Very friendly and helpful staff. They even gave us a credit when we left early last minute. Great customer service, we will be back! Excellent location too, close to everything :)
We stayed here, 2nd time and it was a beautiful location, clean and comfortable facilities and very knowledgeable, friendly and helpful staff.
Laundry Very nice welcome and service
We arrived to get out of the weather heading in and booked three nights. The weather changed and we left a day early and got a refund! Thank you for your hospitality.
Clean, safe, and helpful. Dockmaster James went above and beyond to help us. A bit blowy at arrival, James offered us a power cord extension so we could bow-in and avoid the need to 180 within the inner harbor. James pumped us out within our slip (which normally must occur on the outside). Unsolicited, he called the night's restaurant to check on uncertainty about dress code. He brought us a water hose to recover from our salt bath. James approved us for late departure which allowed us to execute a non-hurried and memorable walking tour of the area prior to departure. Thank you, James. This most certainly is your place to stay at ICW mile marker 0.....
Bathroom was quite a walk from dock and for a high end place it was 1 hole and 2 lowes showers with poor pressure. On the other hand the dock attendant was good and helpful
Great facilities and location was perfect. James, the dock master was extremely helpful.
Great marina, well maintained and perfectly located, a real gem in Norfolk downtown! Dockmaster James was very helpful! Thank you very much!
Easy and convenient to get in and out. The dock hand, David, was super helpful. Wish we had time to stay longer
The floating docks are in great shape! Unfortunately, they don’t offer a weekly discounted rate and there is no security gate. Quiet during the week and very lively on the weekends.
Great marina, perfect placement and they have a nice breakwater that prevents and wakes from coming in. Small so reserve early..
Always a great stay! People and location are awesome and always willing to help.
Great docks! all new. Strong WIFI and helpful staff. Would have given 5 stars if there was laundry and fuel.
Very nice marina in a excellent location.
Awesome stay everyone was super friendly and helpful.
Great marina, with easy access and a very friendly dockhand, Chrissy.
Marina crew did an excellent job with lines. Facility is first class.
Danny was great. Great welcome and was there for a 9 pm arrival. More marinas need to follow your lead.
Marina is awesome. Doc hands are the best. Up at the mall I was shocked no place in there sells Budweiser oh well. Had plenty on my boat
Great marina. You’re right there and can walk to everything. Dockhand was super helpful and friendly.
Stopped in for a week waiting on a weather window to open up heading south. Fantastic location with restaurants and nightlife… The staff we very knowledgeable, skilled, and friendly… rates were very reasonable as well. Will definitely come back.
Great location, great staff, great docks! Near restaurants and interesting sights ... what gets better?
Very friendly and helpful staff, nice dinner spot is Syd's FishPig Cafe within a couple hundred yards of marina.
Wonderful stay in Norfolk! Great location near lots of restaurants with a short walk or bike. Grocery was too far for us so we used InstaCart to deliver which worked out great. Dock hands and staff are super friendly and helpful. Floating docks are really nice and protected. As many reviews note, no laundry and showers are far away, but we prefer to shower in our boat anyway so that didn't bother us.
Always a great place. Well run and clean. Great dock team. Consistent year after year. We love this marina.
Great. Dockhands super nice and helpful. Beautiful docks.
Great facility and wonderful staff. We are fully self contained so we didnt need the bathrooms or showers. The floating docks had power issues with it being wired 220 not 240 volts so they moved us to the fixed wall and all was perfect. The current does flow through there so dock at slack tide if possible. some of the best and most competent deck hands I have seen in marinas. Watched them get many boats in safely when the current was moving or the owner wasnt proficient with docking. Will be back 100% for sure. Great walkablity to restuarants as well. loved our week at waterside.
We had an excellent stay!! James and his staff were very friendly and very attentive. James personally came and moved a cleat, which was stubborn, to enable my daughter-in-law to access our boat as the boarding ladder was not an option. Excellent service, we will visit again.
This always one of our favorite stops going north and south on the ICW. There is plenty to do and always something new to see. The staff are great and very helpful.
Perfect location for so many things to do in Norfolk. We had a boat issue and called to get slip. They were so nice and said though they were pretty busy, they would find us some place to dock. Well, 3 days later we left, mostly due to bad weather but boat was ok. The dockhands were top notch. The 2 issues were: the bathhouse was far from the slip and not comfortable walking there by myself at night. And an extremely rude boat that decided to play their music incredibly loud.
Great dock hands. Friendly, clean, really clean heads and showers
Very friendly and helpful staff!
First time at Waterside and we will return for so many reasons. First, the dockhands were friendly and courteous as well as knowledgeable. The docks are as close as you can get to restaurants, a waterside walking path and lots of grass for the dog to run and play. The docks are in great condition and very clean. A special shout-out to the lead dock hand, he couldn’t have been more helpful. He arranged for a cab to and from the grocery store and offered to carry my groceries! Finally, the location is perfect for walking to the many restaurants as well as historic sites.
Location and dockage in perfect location. Dock staff was great! Shower facilities could be better, one of two men's room shower has force of a misting sprayer while the other, because it's the only one usable, needs refreshing.
Great place downtown, dock staff are great, place is really clean, beautiful boats go thru here!
Great stop while heading south for winter. Nice docks and plenty of restaurants within a 5 minute walk.
Very helpful! Went above and beyond. Thank you!
Dock staff outstanding, price was great.
Great and very helpful staff.
Awesome place... Great people.
Great place to stay. Walking distance to a lot. Not close for laundry, but the rest is all in walking distance. Staff was extremely friendly and helpful.
Waterside is the perfect place to tie up and have access to downtown Norfolk. The docks are like new, the staff is friendly, professional, and efficient. Transportation, a park, and a number of restaurants and bars are within easy walking distance. No laundry facilities and less than stellar bathroom/shower facilities were a disappointment considering the quality of everything else. Grocery stores are more than a mile away. I do recommend staying here if you don’t need what it is lacking.
Waterside Marina is a beautiful marina and the dock hands are extremely friendly and helpful, We are very happy we stayed. Walking distance to many restaurants down town. And if you enjoy seeing our military you will see many aircraft carriers and battle ships across the harbor. Thank You Jack McGuire / Coconuts
Nice marina with excellent customer service.
It was great dock hands very helpful.
Always a favorite stop. Great location. The dock hand was very nice, professional and a great help with docking and electrical hook up. Will stop here again.
Even though we were one of the smallest, oldest boats in the marina, the staff treated us as VIPs! They provided great information on where to go and what to do, and when we dropped a phone into the water they put us in touch with two local divers and we were able to retrieve it, and it worked! The marina provided great value for the price. I would definitely stay here again and would recommend Waterside Marina to anyone. -Door Prize
Professional dock hands, great location steps from downtown Norfolk.
Awesome staff! Easy in and out. Great restaurants at your doorstep.
Great marina… good location and super staff!
Personnel were very responsive everytime we called. Gave us details on where to dock and what side to tie up on well before we arrived. Really appreciate that.
Very friendly and staff. Very secure docks during bad weather. The location is second to none, we stop here every time we come through and always enjoy our stay.
Very friendly and staff. Very secure docks during bad weather. The location is second to none, we stop here every time we come through and always enjoy our stay.
Great location, amenities and service. Dock staff was very helpful
Nice facility. Great location to all things in downtown Norfolk within walking distance.
Staff and location are great.
Wonderful Marina. Staff was extremely kind and helpful. Lost a fender coming in and the dockhand didn’t hesitate to run over and rescue it for us. Location is perfect. Walking distance to plenty of restaurants and things to do. Would highly recommend and would definitely stay again.
Great staff and lots to do in the area. There are a couple restaurants within the marina so if you are just in for the night, no need to go off site for dinner.
Dockmaster was great. Large fairways and berths. Great location with walking access to shops and restaurants.
Nice service and marina.
Great stop with expert help. James was always ready to help or for questions.
Updating review to reflect the correct marina... Waterside Marina is super conveniently located and the facilities are in great shape. Nice calm basin with good floating piers. Electric service worked very well. Great stay!
Was fantastic,everything was so convenient. Bars and restaurants are a short walk. Will definitely be back for a longer stay.
Very accommodating, thanks
Great location for downtown Norfolk; very friendly and helpful staff!
Waterside Marina is a wonderful Marina, just a few blocks from downtown Norfolk. The docks are in excellent condition, and the staff is top notch. Norfolk is a nice city, with plenty of things to do, and see.
Very nice marina with great docks. All of the staff are so friendly and eager to help when needed. My only suggestion is to security gates to access tge docks. Did not have any issues with security but thought it would be a bonus to a very nice marina.
Great as always. They are always very nice and helpful.
Excellent and clean faculty. Staff attentive and helpful. Many restaurants in close proximity. Only drawback is long walk to bathroom.
Very nice stop and friendly dock hand. Only negative might be the distance to restrooms but since I didn’t use them I’m giving a 5 star
Newly renovated floating docks, extremely helpful dockhand, nice laundry/shower facility, proximity to town
Excellent marina. Attentive help coming in. A bit tight. Restrooms a bit distant but very clean. Excellent location for restaurants, downtown Norfolk.
Excellent and clean faculty. Staff attentive and helpful. Great selection of restaurants in close proximity. Only drawback is long walk to bathroom.
Some of the best service I’ve seen at a marina. Right next door to Nauticus museum and summer camp. A couple of blocks from a nice downtown area. Will be back!
Nice marina and staff in a good location for downtown and fireworks for the 4th. It’s a bit tight getting into certain slips but we did ok in our 40’ trawler. Only downside is that RR and showers are a long walk and a bit beat up.
Great 4th of July. Docking with the help of the staff was the best. Asked about ice and they showed up at the boat asking "how many bags". Other marinas could take lessons.
I have been visiting Waterside for almost 20 years. It has always been a relaxing and pleasurable visit. The Dock Attendants always are responsive for any of our needs. I will stop by on the way south. Capt. Rusty Allen M/Y Avante V
Staff super helpful and friendly
The staff was very helpful, but the Wifi Internet did not work at all. We have stayed at this marina many times, but could never use the wifi. Please work on that. Thanks!
Great staff, excellent service!
Great staff and location
We had a fun time. The bathrooms were unwelcoming. With the floating docks, the location and the staff I’m giving you 4 stars.
Dock crew was excellent; bathrooms are a little but of a walk. Very protected harbor. .
Great location. Lots to do. Marina staff very friendly, proficient and engaging. Had a great week.
Helpful staff but noisy location because of the ferry whistle all day and night and busy restaurants
The floating docks were in great shape, the dock hands were all very helpful and there is so much nearby to enjoy. Highly recommended.
Dockies were wonderful. Very helpful, accommodating staff. Lots to do immediate area. Nice stop.
Pleasant and accommodating staff. Great location.
Great marina close to restaurants only thing was no laundry and showers and washrooms were a hike.
Would be 5 stars but bathrooms are a bit too far (no real way to fix that) and water pressure needs to be fixed in the showers and wifi needs to be stronger. Dockmasters are great, location is great.
Staff very helpful, friendly, and always ready to lend a hand
The marina is an excellent condition and the staff is always super nice. We were a late arrival, but the last remaining young lady volunteered to stay late to receive us. We said no and things but the instructions were very straightforward and we had no problems anyway.
Great staff and very good facilities.
excellent docks, very attentive dockhands.
Great staff take a walk into the city great restaurants
Very nice, friendly staff. The docs were new one in fantastic condition.
Waterside Marine is conveniently located in Norfolk, VA, near everything downtown. The staff is top notch. They assist in every way possible and I’m looking forward to returning.
The marina is in a great location. The dock hands are great!
We were so happy to have tied up here before the Storms. Dockhand was great assisting us.
Great location and excellent docking and Wi-Fi. Bathhouse is clean and top notch.
Marina was clean and the staff was extremely helpful, whether it was securing our boat or recommending a great place to eat. Great overnight destination!
Convenient access, helpful and courteous staff! We will be back!
Amazing location and dock help. Definitely would recommend
Very nice marina, well situated for easy on and off the ICW and very protected. Lots of restaurants and bars adjacent. James was a great help. Can’t comment on showers and laundry because we didn’t use them.
Great location. Helpful staff. Nice docks. Would get another star if they had laundry. Terrific town to walk/bike around.
Stopped in on our way back north last week ....very nice marina Dockmaster James very professional and helpful..
Excellent marina. James was very professional and helpful. We came in after hours and he made it very easy with texted pictures and even follow up well after he left to make sure we got in an ok great location to walk to town and take in the Navy in Norfolk. We will be back.
Spent a night in Waterside Marina on our transit south. Excellent help docking with a stiff wind and facilities were great. Showers were hot. Really like being in the center of downtown. Bars and restaurants are plentiful with great options.
Friendly, helpful Staff. Great place to visit Norfolk.
Fantastic marina and great location. James (Dockmaster) was very accessible and accommodating, and ensured everything went well. Will be back!
Dock hands were awesome. My first time docking, she caught the boat and swung it into the slip like a boat rodeo. Thank you for all the help. We had a blast downtown Norfolk. Good times were had by all.
I always enjoy staying here. Great location and we were able to see the Wisconsin all lit up with her million lights.
Beautiful floating docks, great access to downtown, lots of restaurants, bars, dining and shopping. Great staff.
We kept our boat here for two weeks but we’re only on it for two half days. James and his team made everything super simple for us and we’re always there to help. They kept and eye on things throughout our stay.
I have been staying at Waterside Marina for years and they are on the top of the list of Outstanding Marinas
Excellent stay. The Dockmaster, James was very attentive to needs. Wished all the docks were floating. Lots of great restaurant choices within walking distance.
Docks are terrific with helpful staff. However, the shower bathroom facility remains an afterthought. For such a nice marina facility they should rethink that area.
The positives: Liked the location. The docks at marina are nice and the staff are very friendly and helpful. The negatives: the wifi was spotty, almost nil, and the facilities are quite a walk. However, we enjoyed our stay and hope to return.
Dock hands were very helpful. Docked on the outside seawall but waves were minimal.
Great location and superb service. Norfolk is a nice walkable city.
Wonderful docks and dock crew. We were at the far end of the dock and could not get a usable Wi-Fi signal.
Waterside is a great place to visit. The marina is great, and the personnel are knowledgeable and great to work with.
Second time staying here. Dockhands are fantastic. Shower and restrooms are a little father than I’d like but still worth the stay. Nightlife choices are endless and very close to the docks. Great place to spend the night or a few days.
Waterside Marina is a wonderful stop. The docks, power & water are great, and it is right in the downtown area. An easy walk or bike ride to Harris Teeter 1.5 miles away through the historic Ghent area. Dockmaster James and staff are truly great. Very knowledgeable on helping with lines during docking, and were checking on us when the remnants of Ian blew through. We started out with 2 nights, but ended up with 11. We would highly recommend this Marina and wonderful staff!!
LOVED IT!!! (it has now become our favourite marina - so much to see and do, brand new docks, good people AND, it's very inexpensive).
We came in for a 1/2 day to get ready for a race held on Friday Sept 9th. Great service and very clean. We will be back for sure.
We also stayed Tuesday, Sept 7th. Our stay was wonderful; the slips, docks and power/water pedestals were first class. And I can't say enough about the dockhands, they were courteous, professional and always wanted to help. The bath facilities were excellent but only had lukewarm water and were a little far to walk. This is our third stay at Waterside, and we definitely will be back in the future. Jim Lassiter S/V BELLA DONNA
Good stay overall---VERY helpful marina staff, James met us & helped with docking and made check-in a breeze. He also was prepared to do whatever it took to hook up my 29-year-old motor yacht's electrical system to their new marina power pedestals, which fortunately turned out to be a non-issue. My only issues were a lack of hot water in the showers (believe they were working on it) and a pretty loud/late partying crowd that probably comes with the Waterside location. But overall, a good trip & stay.
We will definitely stay here on our return trip South. Wonderful setting, SUPER staff, especially James, who helped us dock and was extremely helpful during our stay. We enjoyed being downtown and particularly the waterside municipal park. The only thing that could have made it better would have been a laundry facility. We walked about two miles to a laundromat. However, we received FREE transport to grocery. Uber was readily available for other trips. We HIGHLY recommend this marina. James, you are the best!
Great marina with super staff. Convenient location to enjoy downtown Norfolk. Great place to relax for a few days.
We love staying at Waterside! The docks and electrical have all been upgraded and their staff is wonderful to work with. The marina is within walking distance to everything in Norfolk! They even pay for a cab to and from the local grocery store so boaters can provision! The ferry to Portsmouth is just a few yards away as well as numerous amazing restaurants. We highly recommend Waterside for your visit to Norfolk.
We had a wonderful stay! The staff was awesome. Walking distance to everything. It was our first time visiting Norfolk and we will definitely be back!
A well maintained marina….great help at docking…very pleasant staff
Waterside is a great marina, particularly if you are starting a trip down the intracoastal waterway. It is located right in the downtown part of Norfolk, and it has a good seawall to shield your boat from swells from ships passing by. The dock hands are helpful and friendly. Unfortunately, when we were there, there was some sort of festival going on and the restaurants on the land side were full of teenagers. Fortunately, there are many other really good restaurants in the area: just walk up Granby Street. Luce is a few blocks up and is a very good Italian style restaurant. We didn't need fuel or pumpout services, so I can't say anything about how well Waterside does them.
Fantastic to be in the center of town. As long term livaboards it was wonderful to have every convenience so close from museums and art galleries to great rooftop bars without having to worry about your tender or taxis! Very helpful staff who accommodated our every need and have knowledge in line handling. Thank you, we will most certainly return!
Very pleasant stay, the staff was friendly and went on and beyond in making our stay fantastic.
Nice marina. Wish the bathroom wasn’t so far from the marina and easier to find. Really enjoyed the fireworks for the Fourth of July, but REALLY wish the marina docks were closed off to the public or monitored better by staff. Didn’t really enjoy smelling cigarette smoke and marijuana while sitting watching the fireworks since your not supposed to even smoke on the docks of the marina. Also saw people leaning on boats to watch the fireworks. But, still enjoyed our stay.
Nice marina with new dock facilities. Great deckhands who stayed past 6:00 PM to help us dock and hook up power. Restrooms/showers are fine but a little far. Major plus is nearness to parks, restaurants, mall, museums, etc. they also have a 10:00 shuttle to Harris Teeter to allow provisioning. We enjoyed our stay.
What a great experience! Waterside's location is unbeatable. It's easy walking distance to all downtown Norfolk has to offer, and there are also several restaurants on site! The new floating docks are modern with clean power and the slips are well protected. Most importantly, however, these are wonderful, experienced and competent people, both dockhands and office personnel. The staff was fully accommodating of our changing schedule as we waited for a service repair, and they gave us great references for a technician who returned our call on a SUNDAY! Don't miss this marina when visiting or transiting the Norfolk area. Highly recommended.
Professional dock crew was immediately on station to take and flemish lines, and to connect shore power. Awesome and professional service!
Very friendly and attentive dock staff made our visit mostly pleasant. But friday evening, a DJ started blasting rock concert-loud music next to our slip as the marina turned into a big summer music venue for hundreds of party-goers. Our yacht is well insulated and normally very quiet inside, but that was not sufficient to stop the earth shattering bass from destroying any semblence of peace until the DJ quit at midnight.
Helpful dockmaster and staff . Right in the heart of Norfolk waterfront. Clean and welcoming marina and city .
Power was great, docks were in good shape. Great walk score to town
Great location. Great dock hands. Solid docks with long finger piers. This was the second time I stayed there and the Wifi was non accessible. They kept saying they would reset it but it did nothing. Sorry, I expected more.
Very attentive staff and great floating dock facilities located in downtown Norfolk. Easy walk to museums and restaurants
Great staff! Nice location, close to downtown restaurants and sightseeing. Only downside is that bathrooms, showers and laundry are quite far away.
Great location, wonderful staff but the face dock is not floating and makes boarding at low tide difficult on our boat. We moved up the river to a marina with floating docks and the Waterside dock master was absolutely gracious and allowed us to cancel the rest of our five day reservation. A great gesture that was much appreciated .
Wonderful location, great staff. Everything was perfect. Highly recommended!
Easy 5 stars here. Marina was fully booked but I had a special situation. Seth made it work! His team is fantastic. I've done the entire intercoastal and this is by far my best experience at a marina. This will be a stop for me every year forward.
great place very helpful staff and close to many things
Seth and the team went out of their way to accommodate us on a very busy evening, getting creative to make room for us, and helping in every way. As usual, they did an outstanding job taking care of their customers.
Nice marina, we’ll protected, great staff, and close to everything.
excellant facility very helpful professional staff not a better view anywhere
Super location. Great floating docks. And Alex and Chrissy (not sure if I’m getting her name correct) were super friendly and helpful dockhands. Also, the marina is walking distance to a bunch of really fun and good restaurants and bars. Walk to Luce and have their Wild Boar Ragu. Ridiculously good. We’ll be back to Waterside for sure.
Stayed at the marina for two weeks during questionable weather. Dock staff was attentive, friendly and quick to help with any request. It was great to have taxi service to Harris Teeter each morning for supplies. Awesome place to stay.
Convenient to everything! Great facilities and the staff was super helpful and responsive.
Waterside is a great spot when visiting Norfolk. Nice docks, good restaurants and USS Wisconsin right neXt door!
Great marina, fun location, very helpful dockhands. Will definitely return
We were blown away by the friendliness of the staff. The staff went above and beyond to help us in whatever we needed. We had 3 dock hands help us into our slip (1 of the 3 people was being trained, so I imagine they usually have a team of 2 dock hands helping boats), they delivered our packages to our boat and gave us useful suggestions on where to get groceries and other tasks done around town. We were also visiting during a conference weekend, so prior to arriving they advised us to stay outside of the marina until their dock hands were ready to assist us - much better waiting outside of the marina than having to keep the boat steady in the tight marina. We really appreciated their two steps ahead approach. The staff at Waterside Marina really went above and beyond our expectations!
Great dock staff! Walk to many restaurants and shops. Clean showers. Lots to do in Norfolk.
Great marina. Very nice docks and very, very nice staff.
The dock hand was very nice and friendly. When we went to plug in to shore power, with our single 30 amp, the outlets are not labeled and our 30 amp plug fit the 50 amp outlet, which it shouldn't have, and shorted out our galvanized isolated and we could not use shore power. We had to run our generator all night. We had to order new parts and have them over nighted to the next marina we are staying at in 2 days. The marina is nice but a long walk to shower and bathrooms.
Good marina use, located in good spot
Great marina with lots to do, all in walking distance. James the dock master was great!!
December 2, 2021: obviously I’ve stayed at Waterside several times and it gets better each time. Staff were terrific and extremely responsive. Three Staff members were there to help with lines, easy connection for power and water. Easy pump out. May 20, 2021: stated overnight and all good. Had been having a problem with bow thruster and we were placed along a side-tie. Worked out great. Staff was terrific. Nov 19, 2020: stayed overnight at Waterside. Staff was good. The disappointment were the new slips having only finger piers. Any boat 35’ or longer had to potentially back into a slip. Dec 16, 2019: The marina has a great location and easy walk to downtown. It is neat and maintained. Bathrooms are a walking distance but clean. I know we were coming through in December, but we stayed five days and finding any staff around to answer questions or help with lines as we left - no one around. The wifi was absolutely awful - lucky to get two bars. The only advantage is the easy walk to downtown restaurants, shopping, etc.
Beautiful marina, terrific floating docks, and perfect location for dining and entertainment! Dockmaster was very helpful with docking and information. The restrooms are a pretty major hike - but it was worth it for the great setting. If you go, make sure to check out Smore’s Amore, a five minute walk away. Life changing smore’s.
The staff make this marina great. James and crew are very responsive to requests and always ready to lend a hand. Spotless bath house and great location near park and restaurants in Norfolk. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Thanks for everything Waterside Marina! Scott snd Tris GREEN EYES
Great downtown location for action of Norfolk. The staff was very helpful and the docks nice, well lighted area. It is kind of loud next to the road bridge with the sound of vehicles on steel, also the ferry horn. The bathhouse was a long walk from the docks. Great walking on the waterfront and parks.
This is a great spot with accommodating staff. There are Both fixed and floating tie ups. The location is very convenient to local bars and restaurants. Highly recommend Grain rooftop beer garden if that’s your thing. While it’s a better location than Tidewater imo there is no fuel at waterside.
Excellent facility and dock help!
Great staff, new docks and wide fairways!! Close to downtown and easy access. No fuel facility, but that’s not an issue.
Helpful Dockmaster, Seth. New docks. Diwntown location. Didn't use the bathroom or showers. Good wifi.
Well maintained Marina, convenient to restaurants and shopping. Great dock crew.
We came to dockside Marina on our shake down cruise it was an amazing experience the crew was very helpful, Will definitely be back!! WWG1WGA
Easy in and out and a great staff. Very accessible to all that downtown Norfolk has to offer. Would definitely stay again.
Helpful dock staff. Well maintained facility. Long walk to bathroom.
Without a doubt one of my favorite marinas to stay at. The line handlers are professional, knowledgeable and all around nice people! Location is second to none as well, I'll definitely be coming back!
We stayed at Waterside for two weeks and thoroughly enjoyed it. The staff were friendly and professional, docks are in great shape, and the location is very convenient for touring the area. The bathrooms were clean, although a bit of a walk, but that’s not unusual. Only thing that would make it better is to have laundry on site.
This is our second time docking and each time we have been very please! The dock master are so attentive and professional! The amenities are awesome and everything is nice and clean!
Great place close to lots of restaurants. very nice dock hands knew what they were doing. The marina staff went above and beyond to help us out. Thanks
Staff was available to assist upon arrival. Very pleasant and efficient. Location is centered around all the action. Ferry horn snd music we’re not an issue when we turned in. All around good experience.
One of the very best. Also well located to enjoy the city.
Outstanding stop. Don’t normally give a marina 5 stars, unless it has a good pool, But there are so many other good things to do here, it warrants an exception. Great location, excellent dockhand service, quality docks, in a boaters stop with lots to see and do. Will be back.
Best arrival communications and docking instructions we have yet experienced. Excellent dock hand, who also provided great overview of the area and recommendations for dinner. Excellent bathrooms and shower (about a 5 min walk). New docks and good infrastructure. This is a top notch marina.
Friendly Helpful Staff. Always! Great location to relax and watch the world go by! Always a lot to see on the Norfolk waterfront.
Waterside is an outstanding marine facility in a great location. But what makes it truly outstanding is the dock crew, in particular Seth. He treats everyone with great courtesy and respect, and he goes above and beyond to ensure that captains and their crew are docked safely and to the satisfaction of the boaters. The only reason I give the marina 4 stars instead of 5 is the long distance--through a highly public, busy restaurant and entertainment area--to the marina showers and bathrooms, which are clean and comfortable, incidentally. However, that one negative doesn't stop me from visiting Waterside because of all its other positives, especially Seth!
Great location with a top notch staff. Strippers restaurant was superb and the downtown location was very convenient.
Backing into slip with strong wind 10 to 15 blowing us off the finger, dock man should have taken one line offered and secured it to cleat. In stead he held the line and was no match for the wind blowing us off the finger. On second try , I hollered him to secure the line to a chock which he did and all was well!
Nice facility right in the heart of downtown. Great restaurants nearby on Granby St. Good rates and very little roll through the boat basin.
Great staff , nice floating docks , well sheltered from wake and weather. Many Restaurants within walking distance.
We always love staying at Waterside! The location is ideal to feel like you are part of the the Norfolk community. The staff is always efficient, knowledgeable and very professional.
What a pleasant surprise Waterside was. Great location, great floating docks and near all. We were surprised that the marina was virtually empty!
Our family stayed here for 3 nights this past week. Greeted with plenty of hands to dock our 50' catamaran. All weekend the staff were great and super courteous... made all of us feel very much at home. Floating docks are brand new and in super shape. Bathrooms very clean. Plenty of fun/restaurants nearby. We've been to a number of marina's nearby at the entry to the Intercoastal - this should be the spot where you stop.
A fantastic friendly group of dock masters, catered to our every need 👏🏻👍🏻
Another great time ,keep up the great work
This is my favorite marina at the Chesapeake entrance. It's not a huge marina, but it has the entire downtown area right there, gorgeous sunsets, great amenities, and a really easy going staff. The only thing I'd complain about is the wi-fi as Internet services are sketchy. Fortunately we have 5G unlimited and Norfolk has those services locked down. Truly enjoy the marina and it is a modern, new, and really great place to stop for awhile.
The crew there now is the best I've ever seen. The docks are in perfect condition. Only problem 3 of us on the same dock had during the day was that the dock power cannot handle the load and we all had electrical problems. Once the load lowered in the evening we were fine.
Very nice marina right in heart of downtown close to many restaurants. Only negative is distance to restrooms/showers, but the walk provides great view of area in the morning. But, we keep coming back.
This is a very well-maintained marina with an equally professional and courteous staff!
We came for 1 night and stayed TWO WEEKS!! The dock hands could not have been more helpful!!! Danny welcomed us warmly and made sure we had everything we needed! We loved this Marina and The Waterside at Norfolk and the surrounding area of Virginia Beach!!! There is so much to do right where you step off the boat!! Restaurants, music, beautiful parks museums, shopping and all with a very friendly, cool vibe!! Everything was super clean and super safe. We had three young grandsons come stay a week and the area provided us the coolest stuff to do!!! Navy ships, museums, zip lining Virginia Beach, go carting, water parks!! All any easy walk or drive!! Stay at Waterside Marina! It’s AWESOME!!
Employees were very helpful. The floating docks were in great shape. Everything looked pretty new. The marina is right downtown. Within walking distance of USS Wisconsin, museums, and loads of restaurants, coffee shops, etc. My only critique is the bathrooms are a LONG walk away from most of the docks. (They were very nice and clean bathrooms though. Showers were clean, good pressure, hot water.) Great views in the marina, reasonable pricing.
Staff was very good, very helpful , and attentive during our stay. it is Always a pleasure to stay at this Marina,
Seth was very accommodating and really helpful— we had a great time and want to thank him for all he did for us. Waterside is lucky to have a dockmaster of this caliber. The Carter’s and Lily
Great service, dock hands very attentive and professional. Always like docking here updated and accessible to waterfront hotels and restaurants.
Love to visit this port, at this marina. Beautiful new slips, power and good municipal water. Incredibly helpful dock team. Seth was especially attentive—proactively offering a helping hand for multiple things. We really appreciate it! Great walking and riding on the Elizabeth River Trail. Great food options. And a visit to the Chrysler Museum is delightful! We make it a destination!!
Very helpful staff, good restaurant nearby, shower facilities ok.
Spent 5 great days in Waterside marina. Many good restaurants in the area on Granby street. Many museums & activities. Public transportation easily available. Dock hands and quality of the marina were top notch. Clean secure with exceptional service. We will be back.
Davis was a huge help. We will be back
Really enjoyed being downtown Norfolk, plenty to see and do. A lot of history around the area. Marina staff was very helpful with arrival and giving us ideas on where to go. Chrysler museum worth the walk to. We even spend an extra day here.
We spent 2 nights at Waterside Marina this May. The staff was outstanding, capable and helpful in every way. The location perfect for dining, sightseeing and meeting other cruisers. Though the marina is a bit tight in terms of waterway and navigating larger vessels, this is a minor inconvenience for what you get in return. Loved it. Going back in August.
We were only there for an overnight but got in early enough in the day to enjoy the area. Took our bikes and rode through the historic district. We ended up going to a AAA baseball game at the stadium. The team at the marina are fantastic, knowledgeable and helpful. Next time here we will be landing at this great facility!
Great marina in a great location right in the downtown area. Well maintained and great folks on the docks. Will def come back
All was well except non functional wifi. Staff was helpful in docking. Could not repair WiFi. Great location for Norfolk.
Awesome place to stay. Right in the middle of the activity.
Seth was very attentive upon our arrival. Marina is a great location to downtown attractions.
Great dock hands! Awesome docks. Very clean. Close to everything we wanted to see.
Great location and convenience. Seth was excellent on the docks and offered valuable information about the area. I’d love to see fuel offered but, yeah, I get it. Everything offered is 5 stars but for a professional delivery captain I usually need fuel which would require another stop.
Greeted at the dock by 3 professional dock hands , and we had a great stay. Everything was clean and worked as it should . We will be going back soon.
Perfect location, great service. Dock hand followed my progress and waited past normal hours for our arrival as we were coming north on ICW. Love being able to walk off the marina right to the adjoining restaurants.
Great communication when approaching and friendly staff to assist while docking. Reasonable rates and power.
Tied up my dinghy twice this month. Great, helpful, friendly staff. It is nice to be greeted at the dock and have dockhands who actually know how to tie up your lines at a cleat.
The marina was great. Staff was very helpful. Easy in and out.
Great spot, extremely courteous staff.
Very pleasant facility. Helpful, very organized and clean. The baths are a bit far but clean. Nice staff. Great access to restaurants, perfect walking paths offering great views. Close to large shopping mall but nearest groceries are close to 2 miles.
The dock hands and facilities are top notch and the location can’t be beat. Our only negative is we were here during 2 gales. The second was from the west and it beat us up. No damage or anything but it was pretty uncomfortable. Their sea wall mitigated wave effect but certainly didn’t nullify it.
New docks, friendly staff & location, location, location.
I would give it 4.5 stars. The bar noise is annoying sometimes and there is no security. Besides that, the staff was great and communicated very well with us and were helpful with anything we needed. The docks are clean and spacious and the location is great for going downtown.
Excellent location. Great dockhand service. Well maintained floating docks. A lot of walking to get to the restrooms and showers. Wifi signal did not reach my slip.
Great Location, right on ICW. Walk to many local activities. Quiet & no waves etc at night. Many friendly transient boaters. GREAT STAFF. SETH was immense help in docking & information. Well Done!
Inexperienced dock handlers
An excellent experience. The dockhands were responsive, pleasant, and competent. We did a pump out upon arrival and then tied up. The location is wonderful: downtown with the marvelous "Stripers" restaurant adjacent to the dock. The docks are newer and the facility sparkling. We couldn't have asked for more.
Nice docks, great location and helpful staff. They offer a complimentary taxi to Harris Teeter Grocery every morning. Great restaurants. We enjoyed our stay.
Dock crew was wonderful! Beautiful views of the waterway and downtown, only downside, it is very tight maneuvering thru turn and down the fairway. Definitely would stop again!
Great reception by staff with plenty of hands for ropes! Internet was a little slow considering not many people docking for the night but it was decent.
Staff very helpful. brand new floating docks. Location location to downtown activities
Even though CV-19 caused much of the waterfront to be closed, we had a great experience at the marina. From first call on ch. 16, to departure, we were greeted professionally and every interaction was first class. I do not remember the name of the young man (who seemed to be on duty at all hours), but he was great and will be successful at what ever he chooses after completing college. Clean rest rooms, immaculate docks, strong internet. Great stop off point in the center of Norfolk.
Great dock hands, very efficient. Clean new floating Docks on the inside of the marina, and great shorepower. Very happy with my experience at Waterside Marina
The service was excellent and the support from the staff was above and beyond. Fantastic location.
Waterside Marina in Norfolk is an awesome place to stay. You definitely pay a high price for location, but it's worth it! You will be docked in the heart of Norfolk within a quick walking distance to pretty much everything. We loved being surrounded by all of the huge Navy ships and watching all of the interesting sights of the harbor. Waterside is right in the center of all of it, but very protected and safe. The docks are extremely nice and the dock hands are knowledgeable and helpful. If you are needing/wanting to stay in the Norfolk area, this marina would be my top choice.
Had a great stay perfect spot right downtown and Dockmaster Tom and his team were excellent would highly recommend
Very nice location. Clean Marina. Very Friendly Staff. Great location. No fuel. shower and head facilities are a bit of a walk.
Great staff. Very friendly and helpful. Easy to get in & out. Looking forward to coming back.
This is a great marina! Great views, great restaurants, excellent staff! Waterside is closed for renovations, but the is still a lot to do.
Nice docks, not much more
Great new floating docks, always friendly dock hands and close to excellent restaurants in Norfolk.
The young lady dock attendant stayed late to help me secure and she ran my power cord. I have stayed here before and enjoyed it too. I think the electric could use an update. Update 12/11. Thank you for your response. It's nice to know reviews are read. I look forward to the new docks! I'm sure the crew will remain top notch!
Docks are shabby and should have been replaced years ago. Bathrooms are 1/2 mile from the slips
I can’t say enough good things about this marina and the staff that works there. I was greeted by Danny, a young college aged kid that had been around docks for a period of time. He provided clear instructions on the VHF and met me promptly at the slip, waving me in. I was single handed so it was great having a capable person on the dock anticipating when to tension or slacken the dock lines. At the dock master office he provided great local information which allowed for an enjoyable visit. The following day I met Alex and Don. Don seemed to be THE MAN running the show and he was great! He hooked me up with some discounted tour tickets (greatly appreciated), called me on my cell when my dog escaped from the boat and offered great dinner recommendations at a nearby restaurant (Stripers). I will definitely stop at Waterside Marina on my return trip.
Wonderful location if you are looking for city energy, which we were after the isolation of the N.C. ICW.
Staff was professional and available to assist with docking. Slip assignment was challenging for a 40' sailboat (backed in but needed to rig a warp line to properly exit the assigned slip. Bathing facilities are too far from the dock. Relied on shipboard facilities for bathing needs. Wonderful location for the fireworks. Will definitely return.
Unfortunately we could not dock at Waterside since the draw bridges south of Norfolk VA (where we are traveling from) have been closed since 4/19 due to flooding. I would certainly appreciate a credit for our deposit since we could not dock due to act of God.
Very happy with this Marina and location, right on the Starting line of the ICW, dock staff very nice, right in the middle of the city lots of great restaurants near this location. Clean showers and bathrooms!
Can’t beat the location. Right downtown. Staff was very helpful. Not a lot of amenities but if it’s local night life you’re looking for. Waterside is the place.
Always a great place to stay. Right in the center of the Norfolk action
Nice guy at our arrival. The only problem is that there is too much light during the night.
Great, smaller marina with lots to do, all walking distamce. Staff works late, no security issues and full amenities.
The location is always great! The wifi was spotty on connectivity and the powers on the dock was problematic that we had to switch power posts and the. No problems. The new Hilton hotels roof top lounge "The Main" is a great place and within walking distance.
Glad to have Norfolk Waterside back in our destinations... the marina unfortunately did not get touched by the renovation magic. The docks are showing their age and wear, and WiFi is non-existent (even though it is advertised and info given at check-in). John (dockmaster) and dock hands are friendly, but at these rates there should be full-service facilities. While the bath house facilities are new, they are missing basics like seating for changing, more than one head, hooks within reach of the showers, hot/cold water is reversed in the showers, and no washer/dryer.
No laundry facilities, no cable and Wifii was poor. They do pay for a taxi once a day at 10am to go to the Harris Teeter, which is nice. What was disappointing is we had to find this out on our own through the Visitor's Center. They aren't open about advertising it!