My husband & I were here for a conference at HU. This hotel is perfectly situated where you can…read morewalk to the campus in about 10-15 min. There is a newly constructed walkway that cuts the trip time. The bar has specials throughout the week and there is a brewery right across the walkway. Service throughout the hotel was great, the front desk, bar, cleaning staff. There was usually water out in the lobby, which was nice. At times the trash overflowed or the ice wasn't replenished. But also there was one time when there was citrus water, cucumber water and lemonade out for guests, all at once. I thought that was very thoughtful. I overheard the staff interacting very positively with each other, thanking one another for their help/support. That was great to see. Our room was clean and spacious. AC definitely worked (which I loved, hubs not so much.) Nice big windows and the curtains blocked out most of the light, just not along the top of the windows. No flashing smoke detector, which is a peeve of mine. Speaking of peeves, the bathroom is beautiful. However, I hate that these hotels have taken on these barn doors. I would like to simply close and secure my door. This was worse bc it was a double door, loud and clunky. This led to unnecessary noise at night. Often times, I'd slide the 2 doors together, turn around and one would slide right back open. And no matter what I did, the doors wouldn't close all the way. I included a photo. Moving on, the shower was huge with a double shower head AND a closing shower door. However, the water pressure was very poor. Same goes for the toilet. It would, at times, take several flushes to clear the toilet. TMI, but hey... You've read this far. Lastly, the towels leave little white fibers behind which was a nuisance as well. Overall, the things I mentioned were annoying... But wouldn't keep me from coming back. At least I know what I'm in for next time.

I visited this hotel 10/15/2026 - 10/16/2026 for a family event. I enjoyed the view & the lobby…read moredecor. The staff were also very friendly! I wouldn't stay here again due to the detached parking garage and its hidden requirements. I parked in the garage on the 2nd floor and walked to the elevator to realize there was no elevator. I ended up taking the stairs and once I got to the 1st floor, I had to walk all the way around the building and it was a bit sketchy. I felt really uncomfortable. The elevators in the parking garage are only accessible to the odd numbered floors. If you park on an even numbered floor, you will have to take the stairs and walk from the back of the building. *Warning to all potential residents. There was also a man who entered the garage access elevators who was suspicious, but didn't bother us. The hotel has great potential, but needs some love. When we got to our room, a tile from the ceiling had fallen in the shower and we notified maintenance but no one came to repair the fallen tile. The receptionist changed our room to another floor with no problem. The room was clean and still provided the same window view. I love the large windows and large mirror in the room. I can tell the repairs in the bathroom were done in a rushed job and looked like repairs were just painted over. Ask only one elevator works in the hotel so it takes a while to catch one u less you take the stairs but the receptionist stated the stairs are only for emergencies. The hotel is suitable for the price you pay, but guests should be warned about the parking garage situation and repairs being done while guests are staying.

This venue is soooo beautiful and definitely an in person visit. Love how accessible it is to…read moreparking, hotel, restaurants, and bars in walking distance. Ellie was an amazing tour guide. My favorite were the bride and groom suites.

Gorgeous historic post office! Now used for events, weddings, and celebrations, this beautiful…read morestately building is pretty awesome! If you're in the Hampton area, this is a place to see! Right down the street is the old Hampton station post office!

I went back to the VTS after a long absence hoping they had decent food (since either the…read moreownership or catering seems to change hands after each of my visits) and I was disappointed. They have no menus - they just tell you what they have which was very limited. Hot dogs, burgers, brats and BBQ. A scant few sides. I ordered the pork BBQ and got a plate of lukewarm chopped pork which was mostly gristle and fat. I'm ok with a little fat but this was just...not good. I couldn't finish it. Wasn't much in the way of flavor either. The sides were ok. As for drinks....we were used to super affordable wines and beers from previous trips to VTS. Gone are those days. We ordered a bottle of Chardonnay that I know for a fact can be had for $7.99 at Food Lion. I buy it all the time (it's surprisingly good for the low price). The VTS charged us $18. I understand a mark up but that is insane!!! In the past we had a wonderful (huge) cheese/charcuterie platter, a big tray of steamed shrimp and two bottles of wine for FAR less than what we paid last night for a truly sub par meal. The tea service may be excellent I don't know. The staff was super friendly and the place is very charming. The music was a blast. For those reasons I'd give it a 4 star but the food and high wine price brought it down. They really have no place calling themselves a southern smokehouse. I hate giving it this kind of review as I have enjoyed myself there but I would not eat there again. Not unless they get a better chef/menu/caterer whatever.

This is a rather mixed review of the new Bistro at Victorian Station. It had been a very long time…read moresince I had eaten at the former Victorian Station Tea Room, and the Bistro has replaced whatever replaced the tea room. We went for lunch on Tuesday and the place was closed. No hours posted. We tried again on Thursday and voila! it was open. All the tables now are downstairs in the former Ute's gift shop. It is very eclectic in that room with mismatched everything. Upstairs where we used to dine has sofas and coffee tables. I gotta say, the place seems musty and the vibe took me back to some places I'd rather forget about from the early 70's. Parking is scant, kind of a "it's ok to park on the grass" kind of place. I was dining with 2 friends and one would give the place 3 and one a 4. My friend who would give it a 4 said the water was the best water he ever tasted. So there you go. There was one long table reserved but we were the only guests. Before we left 2 more tables had guests. The waitress was very sweet. She handed us paper menus and on the back was a coupon saying free iced tea with lunch purchase, so when she took our drink order I said I would have the special on the back - the iced tea. "Oh no," she told me. "That is a coupon for a flyer they had passed out previously and they just used the flyers to print the menus to save paper." For crying out loud. You give me a menu with a large coupon stating I get a free iced tea, and tell me it doesn't apply. I'm sorry but right there, the iced tea that would have probably cost you five cents to honor, should have been provided. How am I supposed to know the info on the menu isn't valid? So I ordered the afore mentioned water. I believe we all ordered the chicken salad. It was OK. I wouldn't get it again but the menu is still 'under development.' I was told.I asked if the potato salad was made with mayo or mustard, and she told me mayo with a teensy bit of mustard. I ordered it and out came a very yellow mustard filled potato salad that I did not like at all. It was like the kind you get from Food Lion in a big tub and bring to a pot luck when you are too busy to make anything, even though I'm sure it was made fresh. My friend liked it and the other one got potato chips - def NOT homemade. They have live music at some times I guess, and my friend who is an aficionado of live music said he would come back there. He probably won't though. I think he just liked the place better than I did. I can't imagine the sound in there if a band was performing because the tables are right up to the performing space. Since we visited we added it to our list of places for lunch, but the two times I have suggested it I've received a resounding, "No!." So when I will be able to give it another try I don't know. Hopefully before it changes hands again.

New name: Cove Harbor The location is wonderful - last exit…read moreto the highway for southside, right in front of the Mellon Strip in Pheobus. Good walking to some good eating. The apartment themselves? Not maintained by the company at all. There is literally NO communicating with them either. We have had problems caused by other maintenance teams that have yet to be addressed including missed safety equipment inspections and neigh constant filth, broken windows, missing door knobs, and non-functional shared laundry room troubles. As a resident you can't get them on the phone - they'll pick up the line and then hang up on you, not even send you straight to voicemail. They REFUSE to email you. They are NEVER in the office. They have lost our lease agreements and had to request one of our copies multiple times. They continue to disregard requests for contact windows and refuse to respect resident's time. They have used the emergency key to force entry into our apartment MULTIPLE times for things we never received notice on such as "Emergency Radon Testing". The only communications we DO get from them are threatening "Community Notices" advising of impending charges should something cosmetically look awry, which aren't even delivered so much as shoved in between our storm doors. Which don't close. So we don't get notice half the time they want to "notify" us of anything. I feel unsafe here not because of the neighborhood but because of the malicious way in which residents are treated.

Tucked away by the entrance of Hampton University is this piece of history. Being an alum of an…read moreHBCU, this one is very special to myself. For those who aren't familiar (and I wasn't until recently), this oak tree is where President Abraham Lincoln stood to give the first Southern reading of the Emancipation Proclamation. And this was a place where newly freed slaves were taught at the Butler School which was built right by the oak tree, which was the beginning of Hampton University as we know it. Tip: There is a small parking lot (Lot 2) where you can park near the tree for free. There is a fence that covers the oak, but behind it is an opening where you can take some pictures up and close. Believe me, it's a sight to see.

If it was not for the Yelp Adventure Bingo challenge I would have never known about this slice of…read morehistory! I'm so glad this was on the bingo board as a place to visit. The location is very convenient there is a parking lot so you could see it. I love to seeing other people visiting the same location while I was there. It's a quick visit, so perfect if you are passing through. The tree is amazing along with the history.

Hampton Carousel is hands down the best carousel experience I have ever had, and that goes the same…read morefor my parents who were with me. The gentlemen running it were incredibly nice and gave us an unforgettable tour of this classic piece of Americana. My parents and I had planned to make the Hampton Carousel a focal point of our recent visit to the area since my mother is a member of the National Carousel Association, and we were so glad we did. This was a gorgeous Sunday and despite that the area was relatively empty. We had very few other folks come by the carousel while we were there and so the two gentlemen running it gave us the grand tour, including of the central support pillar, the electronics adapted to assist the century-old organ, and the other historical artifacts lining the walls. They did so out of the kindness of their hearts and a genuine affection for the carousel and its history, which you just don't see in terms of commitment at most venues anymore. The price for all of this? $1 a ride. What a deal! The carousel ride itself was enjoyable, and it's very cool that they have so many tracks of the hit songs from each year the carousel has been open. You never know what you'll hear next! The pavilion containing the carousel is beautiful and sturdy, which is particularly important when it comes to protecting the carousel for the next century or so. This was a fun experience, and you can't beat the $1 ride price. Genuinely great fun for everyone, make sure you stop by if you're in the area! Overall: 5.0 stars ----- Pros: - Amazing staff who go out of their way to make your experience a special one. - $1 carousel rides? The price is right! - Beautiful pavilion in great shape. - Fun decor with a ton of history behind it. Cons: - None, even their hours are great. Make sure you stop by!

Hampton Carousel (HC) is ready for Halloween! I had read about HC from another Yelper and…read morebookmarked it for a day we found ourselves in Hampton and whaddya know, we found ourselves in Hampton last weekend, a lot sooner than I thought so this bookmark came in handy. Our kids love carousels so I knew this would be the perfect little pit stop before we made our way back to the other side. HC is located right next to the Virginia Air and Space Science Center. - Parking - There was not a dedicated parking lot for the HC that we could see, so luckily we found street parking nearby and it was free. - TLC - Two staff members were running the place. One by the admissions desk and one operating the carousel. The woman by the admissions started her spiel like a seasoned actress rehearsing her lines for the next blockbuster movie. She did not skip a beat. She told us that the HC turns 101 years old this year! Wow, pretty neat that they have kept this piece of history well maintained. - Pricing and Ride - The cost is one whole dollar. Cash only. And you get your dollar's worth too. The ride seemed quite long, like a good 5 minutes, but maybe that's just me. I was riding the sleigh (that doesn't even move!) and I was feeling a little queasy by the end LOL. Our kids on the other hand, couldn't get enough. HC was decorated for Halloween. The women encouraged the kids to make their way around the carousel to the different spooky and ghoulish figures to nab some candy before it spooked them. The kids had fun doing that! Well worth the visit to witness a bit of history and super cheap entertainment for the kids. Ride $1, smiles priceless. Stay safe, Friends!

The Convocation Center is where Hampton University play home basketball games. My brother college…read morebasketball team played against HU. All seats in the arena has a good view of the floor. If the arena is not filled by half-time, spectators can move closer to the bottom (if seats are available). The food options are limited but you will find typical arena food (popcorn,candy,chip,hot dogs,soda, etc).The players Will Call is located inside of the building near Sections B & C. There was plenty of parking next to the arena. I give Hampton University Convocation Center a 3.5 rating.

One of the worst venues, I've ever visited.the security was very unprofessional and could not…read morehandle the crowd. Security guards seem to take bribes to pick and choose who was let into the venue. After standing in line for over two hours the performer was let on stage and the crowd outside of the venue was not contained. The doors of the venue was shut. Associates from the ticket counter said no refunds would be given then proceeded to open up the door and allow two unaccompanied minors in. Was a disaster.

I'd been eyeing Mango Mangeaux for a while and finally had the chance to check it out. We arrived…read morearound noon on a Saturday and were seated pretty quickly, which was a nice start. It took about 10 minutes or so before our waitress came over to get our drink order, so service felt a bit slow right out of the gate. We ordered the Gouda grilled cheese and the buffalo chicken sandwich; both were really good, no complaints on the food at all. While I'm glad I finally gave it a try, the overall experience didn't quite wow me, mostly due to the service. The food was tasty, but I don't see myself going back anytime soon.

Upon arrival, we were almost immediately seated. It did take, however, a while for someone to come…read moretake our drink orders as there way maybe one or two waitresses for the whole restaurant. They were pretty busy, as there were constantly more people coming in and some had to wait for a table until others left. The restaurant isn't that big inside, but it is nice with plenty of decor. The bananas foster French toast was pretty good. I have no complaints. The chicken on the other plate was covered in powdered sugar -- i felt like more should've been on the French toast instead of the chicken. I will probably be back.

I know I am so unbelievably late on this, but I want to tell everyone how freaking awesome this…read morewas. First, Yelp got my fiancee and I in for free. Second, it came with a card that had like 8 different restaurants who would give you 2 sliders total. That's about 4 burgers worth of food!!! My fiancee and I couldnt even fill one whole card between the both of us and we EACH got a card! Third, the drink cards were awesome. We got one card that would get stamped for 3 to give you a full beer or 1 stamp for a taste of it. Sly Clyde's choice of cider took all my share of stamps. What great guys! What a fun, chill event. Parking was easy to find across the street in the free lot and the music was good. The sun kept peeking in and out, but it was alright, we had fun nonetheless. Even if we didnt get in for free, I would've paid to go. So worth it!

An awesome event, I had the absolute best time! The sliders were amazing, and the amount you were…read moregiven was more than enough! I couldn't even finish punching my ticket on both sides. The band was amazing, and there were so many good burgers I almost couldn't pick! Almost!!! Lol it was truly a good time, with so much talent! I hope to go next time. It's definitely worth it! Totally a feel good time, and the salsa stand was so awesome! I for sure have so many places to go to now to eat some of those amazing burgers again! The cider stands that were there were to die for also! I mean cherry tart cider? Cmonnnn.