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The Founders Inn and Spa, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4 star hotel
Kids stay free
Connecting rooms
8.2/10 Very Good
(1002 verified Hotels.com guest reviews)
See verified family reviews (15)

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Overview

The Founders Inn and Spa is a beautiful hotel with a lot to offer families. Guests consistently praise the friendly and welcoming staff, the lovely grounds, and the range of amenities. These include swimming pools suitable for both adults and children, a play area, and a dog park. The hotel's convenient location makes it easy to explore the surrounding area, and many reviewers highlighted its proximity to local attractions and transport links. While some mention rooms as small, the overall experience is consistently rated highly.

Guest highlights

The beautiful grounds and hotel building
The friendly and welcoming staff
The swimming pools (suitable for both adults and children)
The play area for kids and large dog park

About the hotel

2 indoor pools, a full-service spa, and a restaurant are available at this hotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a fitness center, a bar/lounge, and a snack bar/deli are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request.

Nearby attractions

Located in Virginia Beach, The Founders Inn and Spa, Tapestry Collection by Hilton is in the historical district and near the beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Virginia Beach Sportsplex. Scuba diving offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ziplining nearby.

Popular amenities

Family friendly

2 indoor pools
Free cribs/infant beds
Grocery/convenience store
Playground
Refrigerator
Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
Seasonal outdoor pool
Snack bar/deli
Soundproofed rooms
Waterslide

Wifi

Available in all rooms: free wifi
Available in some public areas: free wifi
In-room wifi speed: 25+ mbps

Food and drink

1 bar
1 restaurant
Buffet breakfast available for a fee daily 7:00 am–11:00 am: usd 16.95 for adults and usd 7.95 for children
Room service available

Spa

6 treatment rooms
Aromatherapy
Body scrubs
Body treatments
Body wraps
Couples treatment room(s)
Detox wraps
Facials
Manicures and pedicures
Massage - swedish
Massage - deep-tissue
Massage - hot stone
Massage - prenatal
Massage - sports
Massage/treatment rooms
Reflexology
Spa open daily

Guest services

24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning service
Housekeeping (on request)
Luggage storage
Porter/bellhop
Tour/ticket assistance
Turndown service
Wedding services

Accessibility

Accessible bathroom (select rooms)
Assistive listening devices available
Braille signage
Handrails in stairways
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
In-room accessibility (select rooms)
Pool hoist on site
Roll-in shower (select rooms)
Stair-free path to entrance
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible spa
Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Things to do

2 indoor pools
Fitness center
Full-service spa
Playground
Seasonal outdoor pool

Outdoor

Garden
Picnic area
Pool sun loungers
Terrace

Conveniences

Atm/banking services
Ballroom
Banquet hall
Elevator
Free newspapers in lobby
Front-desk safe
Grocery/convenience store

More

Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Fireplace in lobby
map

Reviews that mention...

Family Reviews

for The Founders Inn and Spa, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
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4 out of 5 stars

15 reviews

Review data

5 star reviews

53%

4 star reviews

13%

3 star reviews

20%

2 star reviews

7%

1 star reviews

7%

We have selected a sample of reviews which reflect what families have said about The Founders Inn and Spa, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

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Latest reviews (15)

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Melanie

26 Jul 2024 - 28 Jul 2024
reviewed on hcom

5 out of 5 stars

We’re from Norfolk go home to visit a few times a year. I’ve been there for conferences but never to stay. The hotel is beautiful, clean, and the staff is friendly and welcoming. There is plenty to do there such as the restaurant, pools, spa, play area for kids, or just walk around the grounds to look at the gardens. The location is quiet and central to everything being so close to 64. It’s going to be our new spot to stay when we don’t want to bunk with our kids! We went to a concert and it’s really close to the amphitheater.
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Candida

4 Jul 2024 - 6 Jul 2024
reviewed on expedia

5 out of 5 stars

Since I was visiting family, I really didn’t take part in most of what the hotel had to offer. But my room was excellent and the coffee was delicious.
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Michelle

10 May 2024 - 12 May 2024
reviewed on expedia

5 out of 5 stars

My family and I enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend!
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Chana

22 Mar 2024 - 24 Mar 2024
reviewed on expedia

4 out of 5 stars

Beautiful room and very clean. It was nice to be close to the University. Issue #1 the rooms are labeled at being sound proof. The issue is the doors are cut too high. People coming in and out woke us up at all hours. We had to stick a towel under the door and turn the fan on in the bathroom to cover the sound of people in the hallway. That was annoying. #2 we accidentally left a pillow of ours on the bed. We called the staff to alert them as someone we knew could run and pick it up for us. She said the room had not been cleaned and to call back. I called back. I was told to go to a website and file a missing item report, which I did. They never found my pillow which is obsurd. It was a king size pillow in a different pillowcase. It was left there. The customer service wasnt great. It should have been easy for them to grab it and for my family member to pop in a collect it.
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Tammy Lyn

17 Aug 2023 - 21 Aug 2023
reviewed on expedia

4 out of 5 stars

Love the old look to the property but yet modern and renovated. The spa was wonderful, a fantastic experience. Rooms were cozy and quiet. We very much enjoyed our stay. Oh and the dog park was extremely large, 2 of them to accommodate a lot of furbabies.
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Tracey

12 Aug 2023 - 15 Aug 2023
reviewed on hcom

5 out of 5 stars

Everything about this property is amazing! It is beautiful inside and out! The staff was extremely nice and pleasant. The pool was nice for both the kids and adults. Kid-friendly. Awesome fitness center. My only suggestion is for the temperature to be at a lower temperature. Located near so many stores. You wouldn't need to drive. Located 18 miles from the oceanfront. One morning I biked to the beach and back to the Inn. It was a safe route to bike. Our next trip to the beach we will be staying here again!
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Steven

11 Aug 2023 - 13 Aug 2023
reviewed on orbitz

3 out of 5 stars

The Hotel Outer property is beautiful. The pool is nice .. has a slide kids love. The interior of the Hotel is old. The rooms are small , the sofa chairs are old and Make you wonder if they have ever been stream cleaned. We had a switch of rooms , the first had not been vacuumed or the floors / cleaned / mopped. The mirrors had finger prints .. the second room was clean. The sheets are very , very itchy and the bed was hard . No bed bugs though and front desk staff was delightful. I would not personally stay here again though .
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Nicole

9 Apr 2023 - 10 Apr 2023
reviewed on orbitz

3 out of 5 stars

My stay was very short but as it was Easter Sunday all the restaurants were closed. This is understandable, but it was frustrating that the water in the vending machines wasn't stocked and we practically had to beg for eating utensils. We finally asked for water upon check out. I was charged for it but I noticed others were just given water during my stay. It is important for staff to be with their families (I was in town to visit family as well), but would expect the hotel to properly prepare in advance. The drivers who shuttled us to the airport were very courteous and as non-drivers, we appreciate this service.
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Judy

22 Mar 2023 - 28 Mar 2023
reviewed on orbitz

5 out of 5 stars

Second stay - I come to visit grandchildren- room service - wonderful- I was leaving with too heavy luggage - shuttle driver waited while another gentlemen helped with my luggage- I really appreciate the kindness- patience- I love the peaceful campus - tu jg
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Megan

3 Dec 2022 - 4 Dec 2022
reviewed on hcom

5 out of 5 stars

My family and I always look forward to our stay here. Each and every staff member and employee is courteous, friendly, and professional. At this time of year (December) the main building and grounds are even more beautiful than ever with all of the holiday decorations. We can't wait for our next stay.
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