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The Founders Inn and Spa

5641 Indian River Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23464
The Founders Inn and Spa
Real Traveler Rating: 4.2 out of 5 based on 179 reviews from 4 sources
Highly Recommended
Clean: Rating of 4.6 out of 5
Service: Rating of 4.4 out of 5
Location: Rating of 4.4 out of 5
Value: Rating of 4.4 out of 5
Room: Rating of 4.3 out of 5
call to book: 1-800-546-4167 hotels.com
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Highly Recommended
Based on 179 reviews
from 4 sources
  • Overall: Rating of 4.2 out of 5

    "I would highly recommend this for romantic getaways." source Orbitz

    "Overall, a very nice hotel experience." source Hotels.com

    "I would absolutely stay there again and will look for this hotel group in other locations." source Travelocity

    "I would definitely recommend this hotel & I do plan on staying here again :)." source Expedia

    "I definately would stay again." source Hotels.com

  • Clean: Rating of 4.6 out of 5

    "The room itself was very clean and the beds were comfy and soft." source Hotels.com

    "The bathrooms are not very clean." source Hotels.com

    "Buildings and grounds are colonial style and in immaculate condition, pool is great, in-house restaurants serve up quite excellent food." source Travelocity

    "\nThe romm was an exceptional value, very clean, well equipped, and very comfortable, as well as romantic." source Travelocity

    "The entire facility is clean, from the guest rooms to the exercise rooms and the grounds themselves." source Travelocity

  • Service: Rating of 4.4 out of 5

    "From help getting a taxi to room service for breakfast, the people here were amazingly friendly and helpful." source Travelocity

    "Beautiful lobby and excellent customer service by all hotel employees." source Travelocity

    "a quiet resort ,spa service was good grounds were well kept and impressive." source Expedia

    "The only thing we werenÂ’t thrilled with was the service in the restaurants." source Expedia

    "There were also issues with the staff not being trained on service." source Travelocity

  • Location: Rating of 4.4 out of 5

    "We loved coming home after a long day of activities to a quiet, well kept, beautiful location, with staff who were friendly, helpful, and extremely competent." source Orbitz

    "We liked the location." source Hotels.com

    "The rates are reasonable, probably because it is not located on the Oceanfront." source Travelocity

    "We loved coming home after a long day of activities to a quiet, well kept, beautiful location, with staff who were friendly, helpful, and extremely competent." source Orbitz

  • Value: Rating of 4.4 out of 5

    "For the price, I would choose another hotel in the future rather than this one." source Travelocity

    "First-class accommodations, friendly staff, at an unbelievable price." source Expedia

  • Room: Rating of 4.3 out of 5

    "We couldn't even eat in the main dining room for breakfast because it was set up for a Christmas Party for the kids." source Travelocity

    "The room was very comfortable even after six nights." source Travelocity

    "The rooms were decorated badly and there was no cold water in the bathroom sink." source Expedia

    "4:00 check-in time is late enough but our room wasnÂ’t ready until 5." source Expedia

More information on The Founders Inn and Spa

If you're searching for a retreat that offers distinguished luxury and a reputation as one of the best Virginia Beach hotels, you've found it at The Founders Inn & Spa. The Founders Inn & Spa, centrally located to all the attractions of Virginia Beach, Norfolk and Williamsburg, is the perfect location for vacation getaways, business meetings and conferences. This Hampton Roads retreat features elegant restaurants; guest rooms, nearby golf and a variety of leisure activities set on 26 beautifully landscaped acres. Experience the finest in luxury at the premier Virginia Beach hotel, The Founders Inn & Spa, a true find among the Virginia Beach resorts.

Check-in Time:

1600

Check-out Time:

1200

Total Rooms:

Traditional Room:The Founders Inn offers 240 luxurious guest rooms and suites boasting a charming, old world decor accented by beautiful furnishings, combining the warmth of a country inn with Colonial-era architecture. At The Founders Inn, guests will enjoy superior amenities and exceptional guest services that will ensure a first-class experience.All of our guest rooms feature spacious, elegantly appointed living areas.

Total Floors:

3 floors.

Rooms:

Traditional Room:The Founders Inn offers 240 luxurious guest rooms and suites boasting a charming, old world decor accented by beautiful furnishings, combining the warmth of a country inn with Colonial-era architecture. At The Founders Inn, guests will enjoy superior amenities and exceptional guest services that will ensure a first-class experience.All of our guest rooms feature spacious, elegantly appointed living areas.

Directions

Guests of The Founders Inn & Spa will find themselves within minutes of all the attractions of Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Richmond and historic Williamsburg. From museums and historical wonders to amusement parks, outlet shopping, first-class dining and miles of world-class beaches, there are plenty of attractions to fill your days and nights.

Area

Just off of I-64 at exit 286 B, central to all of Hampton Roads cities including Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Chesapeake, Richmond and historic Williamsburg.

Attractions

Oceanfront.....20 Min.....15 Mi E Downtown Norfolk.....10 Min.....8 Mi W Norfolk Naval Base.....20 Min.....15 Mi Nw Busch Gardens Williamsburg.....45 Min.....43 Mi W Chrysler Museum.....15 Min.....10 Mi W Colonial Williamsburg.....45 Min.....43 Mi W Macarthur Mall.....15 Min.....10 Mi W Marine Science Museum.....20 Min.....15 Mi E Nauticus And Uss Wisconsin.....15 Min.....10 Mi W Ocean Breeze Fun Park.....20 Min.....15 Mi E Norfolk International Airport.....9 Miles Presidential Points Corporate Program Refer To 757 366 5809, Hours Of Operation 8am 6pm Monday friday.

Dining

The Muffin PanFor lighter fare in a charming setting, The Muffin Pan serves pastries fresh from our bakery, specialty deli sandwiches, and a variety of desserts; melt-in-your-mouth confections made fresh every day of the year. Specialty deli sandwiches are a favorite at The Muffin Pan. Our menu features some unique and delicious combinations. Try the Tuscan, stacked high with flavorful ham, capicola, salami, pepperoni and provolone on ciabatta with fresh lettuce, tomatoes and onions. The Founders Favorite features tender turkey breast and roast beef with swiss cheese, tomatoes smokey bacon, crisp lettuce and juicy stuffed inside a fresh, homemade Kaiser roll. The Muffin Pan is the ideal spot for a quick, delicious meal at a terrific value.The Swan Terrace RestaurantThe Swan Terrace Restaurant at The Founders Inn & Spa offers a feast for the senses. Here, elegance walks hand in hand with some of the finest cuisine you've ever experienced. Order from a menu of authentic colonial favorites as well as a variety of American regional dishes. Fresh seafood is served within hours of being caught. And prime beef, lamb and pork, indigenous to the Mid-Atlantic states, is expertly prepared. Each culinary creation is cooked to perfection by our award-winning chefs. Enjoy intimate fireside dining, or a meal out on our lakeside terrace.The Swan Terrace Restaurant offers a wide variety of exceptional food to make for a wonderful dining experience.The Hunt RoomThe Hunt Room at The Founders Inn & Spa, offers colonial-style fare complemented by ales and wine from our old world dispensary.The best way to unwind after a long day of meetings! Relax in front of our two 36" plasma TVs broadcasting a high definition satellite signal, with a state of the art surround sound system. While you chat with friends, munch on a vast selection of appetizers or your favorite pizza, warm your body with a crock of hearty soup or fill up on our "pub style" fish and chips.

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