The Best Hotels Closest to Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center in Virginia Beach - 2026 Updated Prices

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A sign for Barclay Cottage Bed & Breakfast, surrounded by lush greenery and a white picket fence.

A covered porch with wooden flooring, a ceiling fan, and a row of blue and yellow lounge chairs.

A spacious living room with wicker furniture, a dining area, and a kitchen with a coffee station.

A hallway with a patterned rug, a ceiling light, and a door leading to another room.

1. Barclay Cottage

Northeast Virginia Beach, 2.6 km from Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center

Cadie

Rp2.038.696

Rp2.380.388 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A hot tub with a view of the ocean through large windows.

A spacious dining area with high tables and chairs, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean.

A hotel room with a sofa, a small table, two chairs, a TV, and a balcony with a view of the ocean.

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a tiled floor, and a view of the sky and clouds.

2. Coastal Hotel and Suites Virginia Beach Oceanfront

Northeast Virginia Beach, 3.2 km from Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center

LEILA

Rp2.453.595

Rp2.875.332 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A pool area with lounge chairs and a view of the Atlantic Park.

A living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a large plant.

A living room with a sofa, a chair, a table, a lamp, and a view through a glass door to an outdoor area with a plant and a building in the background.

A modern living room with a sofa set, a coffee table, a bookshelf, and a large abstract painting.

3. The Sitio

Northeast Virginia Beach, 2.9 km from Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center

Grant

Rp3.324.919

Rp4.579.890 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An outdoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a view of the beach, and a palm tree.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with curtains.

A room with large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean.

A beach view from a balcony with a clear sky.

4. Hampton Inn Virginia Beach-Oceanfront South

Northeast Virginia Beach, 2.2 km from Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center

Cynthia

Rp1.810.484

Rp2.117.855 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A dolphin sculpture in a public space with buildings in the background.

A balcony with two spa tubs, a view of the beach, and a white railing.

A hotel room with a bed, a painting on the wall, a view of the beach, and a window with curtains.

5. Schooner Inn

Northeast Virginia Beach, 1.7 km from Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center

Tysha

Rp1.252.035

Rp1.475.639 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern lounge area with a pool view, featuring a sofa, armchairs, and a round ottoman.

A modern lounge area with large windows, comfortable seating, and a bar with stools.

A hotel room with a large window offering a view of the ocean, a bed with a patterned bedspread, two beige armchairs, a small white table with a decorative item, and a patterned rug.

A modern hotel with a balcony and a view of the beach and pier.

6. Moxy Virginia Beach Oceanfront

Northeast Virginia Beach, 2.4 km from Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center

Louis

Rp1.861.496

Rp2.176.518 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and light-colored cabinetry.

A modern hotel room with a kitchen area, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a large window with a city view.

A modern lounge area with a curved counter, seating with patterned cushions, and a view of the outdoors.

A multi-story hotel with a modern architectural design, featuring numerous windows and balconies.

7. Boardwalk Resort and Villas

Northeast Virginia Beach, 2.7 km from Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center

Scott

Rp1.179.126

Rp1.906.388 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a view of the ocean through a large window.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a flag, and a well-maintained lawn.

A hotel lobby with a brick wall, a tiled floor, and a glass door leading outside.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a view of the beach.

8. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Virginia Beach (Oceanfront)

Northeast Virginia Beach, 3 km from Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center

Chad

Rp1.666.755

Rp1.952.567 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with clear views of the ocean, surrounded by lounge chairs and tables.

A small, white building with a blue roof and a bar area with stools.

A modern hotel lobby with a pool area, seating arrangements, and large windows offering a view of the sunset.

A patio with white rocking chairs and a table, overlooking a beach with a sunset.

9. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Virginia Beach Oceanfront

Northeast Virginia Beach, 2.2 km from Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center

Jeffrey

Rp2.124.253

Rp2.478.691 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A balcony with a view of a beach and pier.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a beachside location, and a well-lit entrance.

A beach with a pier extending into calm waters during sunset.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, brick pillars, and large windows offering a view of the ocean.

10. Four Points By Sheraton Virginia Beach Oceanfront

Northeast Virginia Beach, 2.4 km from Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center

Pamela

Rp2.278.543

Rp2.656.121 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A multi-story hotel with balconies and a beach in the foreground.

An outdoor seating area with striped umbrellas, stone pillars, and a view of the beach.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by potted plants and chairs.

A building with outdoor seating, a stone pathway, and a sign indicating hot coffee is available.

11. The Capes Hotel

Northeast Virginia Beach, 3.2 km from Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center

Joshua

Rp1.223.410

Rp1.689.725 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A large hotel with multiple balconies and a beach in front.

A water park with multiple water slides in various colors.

A sign for Sandbridge Beach with surrounding landscaping and rocks.

A coffee station with multiple coffee dispensers, a water cooler, and a juice dispenser.

12. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Virginia Beach Oceanfront

Northeast Virginia Beach, 3 km from Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center

Roshaan

Rp2.038.696

Rp2.380.298 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern lobby with large windows, a green wall, and a yellow bicycle.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

A modern restaurant with booths, a surfboard on the wall, and tropical plants.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas, large windows, and a high ceiling with metal beams.

13. DoubleTree by Hilton Virginia Beach

Northeast Virginia Beach, 2.8 km from Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center

Shana

Rp1.901.769

Rp2.222.834 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A restaurant with tables and chairs, a view of the beach, and a covered outdoor area with lights.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a view of the sea.

A modern restaurant with wooden tables and blue cushioned booths, yellow pendant lights, and a polished floor.

A modern hotel entrance with a glass facade, a sign reading "DOUBLETREE by Hilton," and a covered walkway leading to the entrance.

14. DoubleTree by Hilton Virginia Beach Oceanfront South

Northeast Virginia Beach, 1.9 km from Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center

Asma

Rp1.962.625

Rp2.292.817 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A bedroom with a bed, a headboard, a wall-mounted artwork, patterned curtains, and a tiled floor.

A reception area with a counter, seating, a coffee machine, and a wall with a marine-themed mural.

A modern kitchen with a marble floor, stainless steel appliances, and a painting of an underwater scene.

A multi-story hotel with a parking lot, a sign for Red Roof Plus & Suites, and a black car parked in the lot.

15. Red Roof Inn PLUS+ & Suites Virginia Beach – Seaside

Northeast Virginia Beach, 2.1 km from Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center

Baishakhi

Rp1.216.058

Rp1.434.247 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A balcony with a view of the beach and ocean during sunset.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a blue awning, and a bicycle parked outside.

A wooden table with two decorative glass vases and a mirror.

A hotel with multiple balconies overlooking a beach.

16. Surfbreak Virginia Beach Oceanfront, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Northeast Virginia Beach, 2.3 km from Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center

Lauren

Rp1.433.710

Rp1.684.564 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and two framed pictures on the wall.

A hotel room with a small table and two chairs, a window with a view of the city, and a radiator.

A room with two wicker chairs, a small cabinet with drawers, a lamp, and a large window with curtains.

A reception desk at Sundial Inn with a mirror, a clock, and a coffee machine.

17. Sundial Inn

Northeast Virginia Beach, 3.1 km from Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center

Jacquelyn

Rp789.346

Rp1.231.720 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A large indoor swimming pool with a hot tub, surrounded by glass doors and potted plants.

A modern lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows.

A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, seating area, and large windows.

18. Sandcastle Resort On The Beach

Northeast Virginia Beach, 2.5 km from Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center

Brady

Rp1.163.515

Rp1.658.434 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A hotel with a rooftop pool, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean.

A modern lounge area with wicker furniture, large windows, and tropical plants.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and artwork on the wall.

A multi-story building with a blue awning labeled "BEACH COFFEE".

19. Days Inn by Wyndham Virginia Beach At The Beach

Northeast Virginia Beach, 2.2 km from Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center

Terri

Rp1.414.021

Rp1.661.923 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A pool area with a view of the ocean, a stone pillar, and a sign on the wall.

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, a no diving sign, and lounge chairs around the pool.

A bar area with a view of the beach and ocean.

A balcony with a view of a beach and ocean.

20. The Barclay Towers Resort Hotel

Northeast Virginia Beach, 2.1 km from Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center

Paul

Rp1.535.284

Rp2.063.201 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Barclay Cottage	9.8 Exceptional 227 reviews	View
Coastal Hotel and Suites Virginia Beach Oceanfront	9.2 Wonderful 1,430 reviews	View
The Sitio	9.4 Exceptional 76 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Virginia Beach-Oceanfront South	9.0 Wonderful 1,336 reviews	View
Schooner Inn	8.8 Excellent 3,978 reviews	View

Top Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center Hotel Reviews

Sandcastle Resort On The Beach

8/10 Good

"Love that it’s close to the beach and a wonderful view of the ocean"

Boardwalk Resort and Villas

10/10 Excellent

"My 3rd time staying at this property and we love it. The only thing I dislike is they have not upgraded their tvs."

The Ocean Key Virginia Beach Resort

10/10 Excellent

"The room was nice and spacious. The hot tub wasn't working. Overall a great place to stay."

Hilton Vacation Club Ocean Beach Club Virginia Beach

8/10 Good

"Overall a good stay for the one night that was booked. Getting out of the parking lot was horrible."

Sundial Inn

8/10 Good

"Good"

Red Roof Inn PLUS+ & Suites Virginia Beach – Seaside

10/10 Excellent

"More closet spaces or area to hang out clothes"

Surfbreak Virginia Beach Oceanfront, an Ascend Collection Hotel

8/10 Good

"The staff is wonderful. Friendly, helpful and engaged"

Marjac Suites Virginia Beach Oceanfront

10/10 Excellent

"D"

Hampton Inn Virginia Beach-Oceanfront South

10/10 Excellent

"Hotel was clean. Staff was very nice. Had a small work out room and small indoor pool. Located in walking distance of several restaurants and bars. Located right on the boardwalk."

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A water park with a large pool, beach areas, and various buildings including a lifeguard tower.

Ocean Breeze Waterpark

8.0/10 (1,448 reviews)

Enjoy the thrill rides with your children at Ocean Breeze Waterpark during your visit to Virginia Beach. Discover the seafood restaurants and great live music in this walkable area.

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A sunset over a calm river with boats, buildings, and a pier.

Rudee Inlet

9.0/10 (14 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Rudee Inlet during your travels in Virginia Beach.

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Lake Rudee

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Rudee during your travels in Virginia Beach.

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The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium

You can take time to visit The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium during your travels to Virginia Beach.

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Owl Creek Tennis Center

Catch an event at Owl Creek Tennis Center during your trip to Virginia Beach.

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Seatack Community

You can learn about the history of Virginia Beach with a trip to Seatack Community.

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Shipwreck Golf

You can take time to visit Shipwreck Golf during your travels to Virginia Beach. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.

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Croatan Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Croatan Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Virginia Beach.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center?

Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center is located in a walkable area of Virginia Beach known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 44 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center?

Surfbreak Virginia Beach Oceanfront, an Ascend Collection Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. It's located 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center. Other good choices within 5 miles include Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Virginia Beach (Oceanfront) and Schooner Inn.

How many hotels will I find near Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center?

Expedia has 44 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals near Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center.

What can I see and do near Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art, Virginia Beach Surf & Rescue Museum or Atlantic Wildfowl Heritage Museum. You can enjoy live performances at 5th Street Beach Stage and Elevation 27. Enjoy the outdoors at Neptune's Park, JT's Grommet Island Park or 17th Street Park.

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Our top choices for Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center hotels

1. Barclay Cottage

2. Coastal Hotel and Suites Virginia Beach Oceanfront

3. The Sitio

4. Hampton Inn Virginia Beach-Oceanfront South

5. Schooner Inn

6. Moxy Virginia Beach Oceanfront

7. Boardwalk Resort and Villas

8. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Virginia Beach (Oceanfront)

9. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Virginia Beach Oceanfront

10. Four Points By Sheraton Virginia Beach Oceanfront

11. The Capes Hotel

12. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Virginia Beach Oceanfront

13. DoubleTree by Hilton Virginia Beach

14. DoubleTree by Hilton Virginia Beach Oceanfront South

15. Red Roof Inn PLUS+ & Suites Virginia Beach – Seaside

16. Surfbreak Virginia Beach Oceanfront, an Ascend Collection Hotel

17. Sundial Inn

18. Sandcastle Resort On The Beach

19. Days Inn by Wyndham Virginia Beach At The Beach

20. The Barclay Towers Resort Hotel

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Top Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center Hotel Reviews

Sandcastle Resort On The Beach

Boardwalk Resort and Villas

The Ocean Key Virginia Beach Resort

Hilton Vacation Club Ocean Beach Club Virginia Beach

Sundial Inn

Red Roof Inn PLUS+ & Suites Virginia Beach – Seaside

Surfbreak Virginia Beach Oceanfront, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Marjac Suites Virginia Beach Oceanfront

Hampton Inn Virginia Beach-Oceanfront South

Other attractions near Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center

Ocean Breeze Waterpark

Rudee Inlet

Lake Rudee

The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium

Owl Creek Tennis Center

Seatack Community

Shipwreck Golf

Croatan Beach

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