The Founders Inn & Spa Tapestry Collection By Hilton, Virginia Beach
About the Hotel
The Founders Inn & Spa Tapestry Collection By Hilton - A 4-star spa hotel with colonial architecture, indoor and outdoor pools, two restaurants, and a full-service spa
This 4-star spa hotel blends colonial architecture with modern amenities and is situated on manicured gardens near Norfolk city centre. The Founders Inn & Spa Tapestry Collection By Hilton offers guest rooms with flat-screen TVs, refrigerators, and coffee-making facilities. Two on-site dining options at this Tapestry hotel include The Swan Terrace Restaurant serving traditional Colonial cuisine and The Hunt Room offering American dishes. The full-service spa provides diverse treatments such as body wraps, facials, massages, and access to a steam room and sauna. Leisure facilities include an indoor pool, an outdoor seasonal pool with a water slide, tennis courts, a fitness centre, and a children's playground. Pet-friendly accommodations feature an on-site dog park. The hotel provides 2300 m² of event space and a business centre with free Wi-Fi. Guests can use a complimentary shuttle service to the beach during summer months. The Virginia Beach Oceanfront and boardwalk are 26 km away, while Mount Trashmore Park and Norfolk city centre are within 14 km. Breakfast is served each morning at The Founders Inn.
Pros
Full-service spa with treatment rooms, steam room, and sauna.
Two on-site restaurants: Swan Terrace (Colonial cuisine) and Hunt Room (American dishes).
Indoor and outdoor pools, including a water slide and children's playground.
Pet-friendly with a dedicated dog park and extensive grounds.
Cons
Some guest reviews note dated room furnishings and occasional housekeeping inconsistencies.
The outdoor pool operates with limited hours (11:00 AM - 7:00 PM) during summer.
Must-do experiences
- Stroll the scenic Cape Henry Lighthouse for stunning views.
- Savor a crab cake sandwich at The Butcher's Daughter Café.
- Visit the Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center for fun.
- Explore the historic Beachfront Boardwalk with local art installations.
- Discover the hidden gem of First Landing State Park for hiking trails.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Locker room
- Lift
- ATM/Cash machine
- Vending machines
- Smoke detectors
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Golf course
Guest Parking
- Public parking is possible on site for free.
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Dry cleaning
- Shops/Commercial services
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Children's buffet
- Board games
- Water slides
- Children's play area
Spa & Leisure
- Plunge pool
- Seasonal outdoor pool
- Indoor swimming pool
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
- Spa & wellness centre
- Solarium
- Sauna
- Steam room
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Waxing
- Body scrub
- Facial
- Treatment room
- Body wraps
- Massage
- Pool with view
- Shallow end
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- Direct dial telephone
- AM/FM alarm clock