This Inn was absolutely phenomenal. I can't recommend it enough. Initially, everything is beautiful and clean. While there, I saw them dusting the window eaves. There are free snacks, sodas, and high-end coffee in your room, and lots of other little treats too. And the nature surrounding the Inn is immaculate. I spent every night on my balcony under the stars, surrounded by lush vegetation and gorgeous water. Beyond the rooms, the facilities are nice. There's a small, but beautiful beach, as well as a small area to swim in the "creek" (the creek is more of a river, and it all feeds into the Rappahannock). There's a boardwalk that rings around the property (which is where I spotted plenty of fish and a crab. And of course, the resort's star attraction, thousands of oysters, which you can join a program to shuck them). They have a marina and are even doing plane rides now. There's an art room offering all sorts of project from paint to clay. It's also a short walk into town and the handful of local restaurants. Finally, an excellent instructor taught me and a few friends how to play pickleball. He was patient and encouraging... while also kicking our butts when we played him LOL! The food was good, with some of the best mushroom ravioli I've had. The bartenders were all nice and engaging, making all sorts of drinks. They have a sommelier on site that runs the wine and liquor program. They also had an exquisitely buttered soft pretzel that I loved. I really appreciated that, on my last day, I asked if I could go on their afternoon boat ride. They said they usually required 24 hour notice, and nobody else had signed up. Nonetheless, they accommodated me and I basically got a private boat tour for group prices (yay for Wed. afternoon availability). I had a fun afternoon exploring the creek and river. To be honest, this level of excellent quality is a rarity in older hotels like this. I've been to more than a few and have, more often than not, found them to have let space deteriorate, provide inconsistent amenities, and uninspired food. Which is absolutely not the case here. Good food, great rooms, service, and amenities, and phenomenal views. A true 5 star stay! read more

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We are 45-50 yo couple looking for 2-3 day without work or other distractions or stuff to do. This place was great. We got upgraded to a suite at checkin and at every step the rooms, the food and the staff were great. We sat in chairs and watched the river go by while reading for a couple of hours. Napped and then went to the pool bar for lunch and beers. Breakfast was great both days, the crab omelet was great. The dinner menu was a little too fine dining for me, but there are local places you can get to within a few minutes. The crowd when we visited was older and really really white. I don't know if that was a function of the day/date timeframe or the cost, we got a discounted via Amex but it was pretty weird that 100% of the guests were white and 98% of the staff wasn't. read more

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Really more like 31/2 stars. This place has the potential to be superb. The facilities are beautiful. The views are spectacular. The rooms are well decorated and nice little food treats are left in the room in addition to little treats/amenities at night. Housekeeping was very good and friendly. All staff were welcoming. There is ample parking, which is nice. It's absolutely fantastic that they are dog friendly. Although the restaurants' china, silver, glassware, etc., are lovely and the food is presented in a beautiful manner, the food is average at best. That real downside to our stay. Even the drinks were not that great. How can you not brew good iced tea or make a decent daiquiri? We weren't told, but found the morning coffee and tea bar. Again lovely, but the water was never hot for the tea. Another disappointment is that they have a dedicated room to make things. Supposedly there's even a clay workshop. We were there in July, i'm assuming that is in-season for them, and there were no activities. That was very poor. I would've paid to do some kind of activity, but nothing was available. It was threatening to rain on and off, so it would've been nice to have something to do. It was too iffy to plan outdoor activities. Most resorts have some sort of activity, even if it's just a gratis yoga class/lecture/activity. There was nothing. Mind you, you really are in the middle of nowhere. There's nothing around to do. There is some kind of waterpark for young folks. I'm assuming that was open, not an adult activity. On top of it all, in the surrounding cities, most restaurants were closed on Sunday; Monday almost everything was closed; Tuesday even restaurants and shops are closed. This is in the summer? I wish I was warned about that! read more

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We live in IRV and took the boat over to grab a drink and a snack at The Tides, only to be turned away at the dock because we're now told reservations are required to use it. There was plenty of dock space available, and the restaurant was practically empty, which made the experience even more disappointing. We used to visit The Tides regularly by boat, but it seems those days are over. I understand businesses have policies, but this one feels like it will discourage spontaneous visits from local boaters and could end up costing them a lot of business. read more

I've had the pleasure of visiting The Tides Inn on a few different occasions and each time I go it feels like my home away from home. Located steps away from The Rappahannock river This resort is bursting with comfort, stunning views and delicious food. **Activities :They have something for everyone! Pickleball, swimming pools, lounging cabanas, bocce balls, bikes, kayaks, boats, a spa and an art studio! **Food: The resort has two places to dine. Salt &meadow restaurant and The oyster shack which is more casual and located right by the pool. The food is fresh with many ingredients grown fresh out of their very own garden. **The property- This property is older and has been well maintained with many of the rooms undergone a renovation recently. The beds are extremely comfortable. The rooms have nice little amenities like lotion, and tasty snacks like the energizing granola bites. My favorite part of the property is the signature scent. It smells so good throughout the resort. The views are breathtaking taking. Overall I always enjoy this property. The world class service, stunning views and relaxation make this one of my favorite resorts to visit! Check it out! read more

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I have no idea why this is only a 3. Should be a 6 I went last weekend to avoid the idiots in town in search of their unicorn king This place is fabulous!! The concierge is bar none one of the finest I've ever met. Her effort and execution was truly 5-star+ for everything we wanted to do. Even the bellman. The place is warm, comfortable, past-generation exquisite. I will return. The setting is like Maine. The property has everything you want. And the surrounding little towns are cute and quaint. The food is fabulous. It's a more sophisticated place - unlike Virginia Beach. You will love it. So worth the money. read more

Boated up this summer to go to Fish Hawk, the pool bar. It's typically around $150 for the two of us to lunch with a couple drinks. Not cheap. They wanted $25, for us to park the boat, to go to their bar, and drink. I have tried since to see if they charge to park on their blacktop, to go to their bar, and drink. To the bartender working the day we pulled away, the owners took your thirty some dollar tip. Glass half full, they ended up not getting it either. The oysters at Merior, were delicious. read more

Just over a 2.5-hour drive south of Washington, D.C. is a peaceful inn along a private Chesapeake Bay peninsula. Pet friendly, my wife, five-year-old daughter, and 8-montn yorkie poo stayed at Tides Inn over Thanksgiving weekend in 2022. Here's our experience. 1) Accommodations: We stayed in the Lancaster suite on the bottom floor of the house. It's a short walk down a small hill from the lobby with two bedrooms- a bedroom and a sitting area with a couch that turns into a bed. Each room came with their own bathroom. For being a little outdated, the inn does a good job with decor. As we walked in, we noticed they set out a pillow, dog trays, poop bags, and a toy for our dog. On the counter were three bags of snacks- goldfish crackers, pretzel balls, and gummy bears. The private outdoor terrace overlooking the water was a big plus! 2) Amenities: The inn itself has a full gym, a heated outdoor pool, a little beach, a marina, an oyster bar, a restaurant, a game room, a gift shop, and an artist room that offers classes. We took the holiday ornament class for two hours and it was surprisingly fun and worthwhile. 3) Location: It's a short walk from Irvington where you can find a restaurant, winery, and coffee shop or two. 4) Service: It was top notch. Everyone we met was very helpful and kind. read more

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A Gorgeous Escape That Doesn't Quite Earn Its Price Tag There's no denying the Tides Inn is a beautiful place. The property itself is postcard-perfect, with sweeping waterfront views and impeccably creative landscaping that turns every corner into something worth pausing for. The grounds are a masterclass in design--lush, inviting, and full of thoughtful details that make wandering a pleasure in itself. The staff deserves real credit too. From the front desk to the marina, everyone we encountered was friendly, responsive, and genuinely eager to help. There's a warmth and attentiveness here that gives the place a heart beyond its physical beauty. The restaurant? A standout. Every meal was beautifully prepared and delivered with care. It wasn't just good--it was memorable. The kind of dining that makes you linger longer than you planned, and still think about it days later. But--and it's a big but--the rooms don't hold up. For a property charging what amounts to half of a month's rent per night, our accommodations felt tired. Cracked tiles, leaky shower, doors that don't close, mildew in the bathroom and carpet, and housekeeping that skipped us entirely--no bed made, no refresh--was a letdown that undercut the luxury experience they're aiming for. We really did enjoy our time here. The setting is stunning, the people are lovely, and the amenities are top-notch. But when it comes down to value, the numbers don't add up. It's hard to justify the price when the basics aren't up to standard. As much as we wanted to love it unreservedly, we probably won't be back. read more

I love the Tides Inn. It is relaxing, gracious, elegant and like walking back into history a little bit. Think "Dirty Dancing" where everyone is pleasant and polite and they drink a little too much and have fun. Nothing serious happens and the afternoon nap is a given. Nobody judges you. Everyone is there to exhale and relax! The view from our room was heavenly. The serene waterfront views were gorgeous! The service was fantastic. We enjoyed a getaway that strengthens the heart and rejuvenates the soul. No pressure to do anything or wear your finest clothes. Just breath and relax! This was our 3rd time to the Tides Inn and our 1st since the big renovation. They did take some of the unique old world character out and replaced it with neutrals that are more modern. But, the essence of this place is a slow, quiet place to enjoy life and the people you love who are with you. We had a massage - both of us had Beth. She was outstanding! Maybe the most professional and successful masseuse I have ever had. The spa itself could use a little refresh; it looks a little tired. The men's dressing room in particular needs to be updated. But that does not change my opinion of the Tides Inn. This place is necessary to unwind sometime. We even met another couple - some people we did not know before - and had a lovely evening, talking and enjoying the cool early summer weather. I highly recommend the Tides Inn for a good R&R weekend! read more

I'm leaving The Tides Inn the most relaxed that I've felt in years. Life moves a little slower at The Tides Inn, which is just what you need for a little R&R. All the staff were incredibly sweet and gracious. Our rooms were cozy, and comfortable. They kept our rooms in a neat and orderly fashion, refreshing our water, towels, and snacks throughout the day. The food at both restaurants was great. Despite all of the people at the resort, it never felt crowded, which was really nice. We participated in Clay and Chardonnay with Theresa. She was wonderful and so patient with us. She allowed us to continue working on our projects long after the class time was over. My husband and I underestimated how much we would enjoy that class. It was our favorite part of the entire stay. We also road on the Coffee Cruise boat and participated in the morning stretch. Both were excellent ways to start the day. Very relaxing. Great hosts. Good for the soul. Billy drove us to get dinner and ice cream off of the property. He was a top notch gentlemen! We stayed for two nights, but we were unable to complete all of the activities we wanted to in that time period. My recommendation would be to stay for three nights instead. I'm at a loss as to why some of the prior reviews are negative. Don't let them dissuade you, as this place is truly wonderful. read more

I have been stopping here for years bringing many vessels to the Tides Inn. The marina and Hotel staff were great!

We recently stayed at the Inn for my birthday this past holiday season. This was our second time and with our new baby! Things we enjoyed: -breakfast oats! -champagne tasting -staff -property -massage- the therapist was amazing! Things that need improvement: -menu prices- these are astronomical, especially for the area -food selection at restaurants- the menu is very limited. Please add a chicken dish! -make the property more stroller friendly-you can't even get to the reception without going around the side of the property -more kid friendly activities, especially in the off season -give slippers to accompany the robes in the room -serve breakfast for in room dining at 6 AM, not 7 AM -offer more services at the spa like nails Overall the people are very friendly and the view is gorgeous. Go to office bistro for lunch if you're looking for more options. read more

Took in a weekend at the Tides Inn. Rooms were recently updated, very clean and amazing views of the river! Resort on the smaller scale but incredibly friendly and service oriented (many activities are included with your stay eg tennis, pickle ball, kayaking/ paddle boarding etc) and fresh complimentary coffee available every morning. If you're a foodie, then this is your place. On site dining is incredible went to main dining room for dinner and pool side restaurant for lunch and both rivaled the best meals/ restaurants I've had in big cities. There are also several offsite options that were also delightful. Pool scene is adequate and probably needs a refresh at some point and not sure I'd swim in the River water (lots of jellyfish). But overall, the perfect spot for a getaway! read more

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This review is for the restaurant. While the view and ambience were really nice, I expected more from a resort experience with these prices. The service was painstakingly slow and uninspired. Maybe the staff needs more training on delivering a delightful customer experience. read more

We have thoroughly enjoyed our two night stay at The Tides for an anniversary celebration. This is a lovely traditional resort, on an exceptional parcel of waterfront property, with many amenities. Guests range from older couples to young families with children. We enjoyed swimming at the pool best early in the day, and then stayed there once Fish Hawk restaurant opened to serve drinks poolside. The Tides has nearly finished an ambitious shoreline restoration project. They have all kinds of water sports, from kayaks, to sailing, SUPs, and cruises. It was too warm today for us to use the bicycles. There is a spa and a fitness center, which we did not use. There are so many lovely places to sit, inside and out, to take in the views, with a drink or a cup of coffee. We ordered in room dining, and ate at the Chesapeake Restaurant (see separate review). But the main thing I appreciated is the exceptional level of service. Every single staff member, from the front desk to pool staff to housekeeping goes out of his or her way to smile and greet guests. We used to go annually to a favorite resort in Bermuda, and this place is the only resort in DelMarVa I have found that provides that same cheerful, high level of service. It is a trip of a couple of hours from the city, but it feels like a world away. read more

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Was in Irvington 2 nights staying with family. We ate here twice for lunch. I've been to the Tides Inn a bunch over the years. The food is solid and the service is always good. We ate at the Inn the first day and down by the beach the second. Food was pretty good at both locations. It's pricey which you would expect from a resort. The Tuna bowl I had the second day could have been better. It was over seasoned but not horribly. The service down at the beach was bad but it was the kids second day so we felt bad complaining. read more

This is an incredible property! The views, the setting, almost heavenly and that is why I gave them 3 stars. Also the customer service was generally good except Travis in their restaurant. This property needs a lot of love to reach its full potential. Necessary updates are required for all outlets so they work, bathrooms, general appearance of room and up keep including the quality of towels and just housekeeping in general -frankly very disappointing. Given the price charged, close to $300 a night I expect a lot more. Then there was the restaurant---horrified at the dead flies everywhere. My friends were like we have to say something. How can you leave dead flies all over the blinds and window sills in an eating establishment? My friend asked for the manager who came over and unapologetically declared that their cleaning g company doesn't do a good job???? Seriously? My friend told him a place like this shouldn't look like this and clean it up. So our Waitress got the job...very strange situation. Can you imagine what their kitchen looks like? Anyway, I love the views, BUT.... Finally, the Spa. Went to get a pedicure- $65.00. Keisha was great, she did a wonderful job, but her chair was broken. I almost fell out of it twice!!! The side arm kept collapsing. The massage doesn't work...seriously? I would love to go back one day when the property get the right care and maintenance. read more

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Tides Inn is lovely and in a tranquil setting. But The property, building and rooms are not Senior Friendly. Too many steep stairs to the pool, boardwalk and river. Sign for handicapped access only lead back to the parking lot. Elevator access was only through a construction zone marked Do NOt Enter. But we had to use the evelvator. The tub/shower tile surround in the room was 24" high and 18" deep. Too much for my husband to enter safely. We were regular, younger visitors in the past but could not enjoy all the features today. Very disappointing. read more

My wife and I visited The Tides Inn this weekend. This lovely property has been operated in Irvington VA for almost 75 years! It is about 3 hours from DC; an easy and bucolic roll down 301 or a faster frenetic buzz down 95 (not recc'd ). The towns of Kilmarnock, Tappahannock, and Irvington are delightful. But, the Tides Inn is an even nicer oasis in this water wonderland! The Rapannock and Potomac rivers converge near here and flow into the Chesapeake Bay. At the Tides Inn you can take lovely guided pontoon boat rides (thank you Captain Bill for the inside history from a waterman's eyes) through Carter's Creek and briefly along the Rapahannock and view scores, lots! of beautiful and surprisingly affordable deep water access (big deep keel sailboats - Ches. Bay worthy) homes. The Inn is spotless. Hardwood floors, beautiful blue & white decor, comfortable furniture, art everywhere, really a first class resort. There are several restaurant options on property ranging from open collar blazer to bathing trunks. Food is terrific - way better than you usually attribute to resort hotel chow. For example, my wife and I began Happy Hour with hand-crafted G&Ts and broiled Thai-infused oysters, enjoyed while overlooking the sun-dappled Carter Creek (really an estuary) that feeds into the Rappahannock. Exquisite! The meals that came after were all equally tasty! I've mentioned that the Inn is nice. Very nice. Wedding nice.... But paint, wallpaper, flowers, and art are only skin deep. This place is a secret garden 75 years old! The special sauce is the staff for sure. Happy to be there, professional hoteliers, with a commitment to professional excellence that comes from both the heart and the head. Recent big ($M) investments have made this a world class property. The staff, starting from a warm and sincere hello from Ms. Washington at check in, and continuing throughout the stay was consistent, warm, and genuine. Thank you. I didn't know you and you didn't know me but we connected! I am rattling on so I'll stop here. Try the the Tide's Inn. But don't ask for room 117. That is mine! Thanks for a lovely birthday visit, Tides, we'll be back! Mike & Kristi read more

We stayed there for 4 days in July 2024. As part of our visit, my wife participated in the pottery class . The pottery she created was to have been sent to her but never was. 5 months later and 6 un-answered calls to resolve this, we have not heard from management at Tides Inn. This is unacceptable for a resort like this. read more

Tides is nice in the off season when the crowds have gone. View and rooms are wonderful, service is excellent. Only issue is the options in the restaurant were limited for dinner and the drinks were $26 each! That may work in the summer time with Northern VA crowd but too much for a shot of bourbon in Nov. Also no need for Wagu beef at $75, a good VA Ribeye at a decent price would be great. With Fishhawk closed so it's the only option. read more

Disappointing experience. Made a new reservation and at noon there were no guests and no staff to be found in their dining room. We seated ourselves and waited. Waitress arrived and poured room temperature water in the small glasses set on each table. We ordered the crab dip and crackers which we found over seasoned with pepper Our meal; crabcakes with lots of filler, my poor boy shrimp sandwich, which was supposed to have Roma laid sauce, but evidently they forgot it and was very dry. Coffee for after the meal was not brewed and we were served lukewarm instant coffee. The table had no condiments on it no salt, no pepper and no sugar or sugar substitute. All in all we will never go back. read more

Good food, meh service, crazy prices.if we are paying this much for food, the staff should be more accommodating. There are so many delicious options in the NNK, we really don't feel the need to pay the exorbitant prices and deal with the snooty service. Will we go back? Sure, but if you are looking for that "special" meal, there are other options in the area that offer the full package. read more

Tides Inn was a great weekend getaway from DC for my birthday weekend! I was excited for all the onsite offerings, unfortunately, it was a little too chilly to do some of the water activities. The room we were given was such a fantastic location looking out over the Marina and it was a great place to watch the sunset sitting on the patio furniture. It was a great time to visit because the resort didn't seem to be too full and I felt safe considering COVID restrictions. Claudia the concierge was SO helpful with making dinner reservations and suggestions of places in town to visit. Irvington is a small sleepy town, but the resort provided free bicycles to ride around and made it really easy to explore without feeling like we needed to drive everywhere. This was really helpful when riding back from the winery instead of worrying about drinking and driving! The room service food and dining room food was excellent. My one complaint about the room service is that it got a little backed up, so there was almost an hour long wait on a Saturday morning for breakfast. If you're getting room service on the weekend, make sure you time it well so you're not waiting too long for your food. The resort also had an onsite spa that was spectacular! I got a massage on my last day and it was such a relaxing experience. I would definitely visit Tides Inn again during the warmer summer months when we can do more outside activities and hopefully the town will come alive a little more! read more

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Like many others with a "not good" rating, I sadly have to add to this group's disappointing reviews. I am a local. What has happened to the "old Tides Inn (TI)" we (baby boomers) grew up with and LOVED to visit and take in the great customer service, food and creek/river views? There seems to be no-one at the helm, for this establishment has 'run aground'! Once again, stupidly, I took an elderly neighbor, who like me, used to enjoy the TI. And even after writing a review of a lunch with friends some 3 years ago, it has not changed. The waitress even barked at us when we asked about the status of our lunch order (after waiting 45 mins)! So, with this, we are done. In the future, we may go for a drink, but after the poor quality of the very expensive food and the awful customer service, we will only come back for the view. Like "Leigh Anne A" wrote, 'avoid if at all possible ... spend your well earned $$$ at Merroir in Topping, VA. Expensive like the TI, but the entire experience will be worth every penny! read more

My son and daughter-in-law took me here for a special lunch on June 2, 2024. I always wanted to see this resort and plan a stay there. I no longer wish this. We ate lunch on the patio which was beautiful overlooking the river and the boats. But the lunch experience was terrible. We ordered 2 starters, thinking we could share them. Then ordered our lunch. The menu was more limited than I would have expected. Our lunch items came out - the soft shell crab sandwich looked good but the plating was stark. My cioppino was much smaller than I expected for 28.00. There were only 3 pieces of fish among the mussels and clams, and maybe 4 small potato cubes. We kept expecting the starters to arrive, but hey never did. The waitress brought us the dessert menu and I asked what happened to the starters. She said she would bring them out - so we had them as enders! There was no way to share the fish taco one - it was too small to do so. Overall it was a very disappointing experience for a large price! Oh - and the gift shop is a total rip-off! Local BBQ sauce was 24.00 - we went down the road to Miss Mary's Seafood and it was 9.99 there. Quite a mark-up! read more

We used to LOVE the restaurant at the Tides Inn - great atmosphere, menu & food. Our family went yesterday (6 adults) and were quite disappointed. The menu no longer had the brunch items (which we were looking forward to), the redesign is light and bright but felt diner like (long row of table set too low to see out to the boats) instead of like a fine dining venue and the food was mostly disappointing. The worst item was the crab Mac and cheese. The crab was fine but the dish arrived barely warm, the pasta was undercooked, and the sauce was gloopy and under seasoned. For $28, we expected at least warm food that was cooked and seasoned properly. The brisket quesadillas arrived limp/floppy and kinda greasy with no presentation at all. The fried chicken was okay but nothing special and the soft shell crab sandwiches were the best item. The water was served at room temperature. It was a very disappointing, expensive lunch. read more

Trying hard to offer a higher end resort feel for the area, but has the worst customer service you'll ever encounter. This establishment leaves much to be desired across its offerings. The only upside is it's location and view. Do yourself a favor and avoid it if at all possible. If you don't, you'll sorely disappointed. read more

This was the best place to celebrate our 25th anniversary during the quarantine. Everything was excellent. The best feature wasreturn the Tesla charger. The room was very comfortable and a lot bigger than we expected. The gym is huge a well equipped. The property is pretty big that sits on a beautiful place by the river. We walked around. played bocce ball, and had our meals onsite. Finally, the staff was very friendly and attentive. Can't wait to return. read more

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Beautiful and quiet inn on the water. We went for thanksgiving holiday and loved it. The staff was so kind and friendly. The town and local area is cute/peaceful. Food was awesome. read more

Really loved our stay here. We tried pretty much every activity the resort had to offer (pasta making, pastry, pottery, progging, all the alcohol classes) and had a fantastic time. Theresa, Brittany, Ashley, Brian, and all of the instructors were extremely knowledgeable and friendly. The resort itself is secluded and peaceful, rooms were well appointed with a nespresso machine, and the food was excellent all around. Thank you to the entire staff for making our visit special. Can't wait to come back in the summer! read more

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Full disclosure: we never were able to stay here because of the reservations department. I know this review isn't as meaningful as one from someone who actually stayed here, but the Tides Inn made it tough to do so. In the spring of 2019, my husband and i suggested to our 6 friends that we should stay at the Tides Inn in the spring 2020. We all made reservations for a visit in April of 2020. In February, only 2 of the 4 couples received notification from the hotel that they were unable to honor our reservation since they will be still closed in early April due to hotel renovations taking longer than expected. I made several phone calls to reservations but didn't get very far. Finally, I reached out to the Director of Guest Services. I was able to reschedule our trip to early May but did not receive an email confirmation. I had to call again to receive an email confirmation. Obviously, this was all before the pandemic started. By late March, the hotel decided it couldn't open in time for our reservation, which was totally understandable. Several of our friends received calls that the reservations had to be moved again, but I never got that phone call. I was never contacted. When I spoke to the Director of Guest Services, she said that Chase does not give them email addresses for their guests. How ridiculous is that? You can't contact your guests?! If it were my job, I'd call Chase to get the contact information. I went online with Chase/Expedia since I made the original reservation through them, and I cancelled our Tides Inn reservation. The entire group agreed to give up on our trip to Tides Inn for 2020 and the next year. There were too many problems. You'd think that a hotel would work hard to keep guests, particularly in the times of the pandemic with the travel industry being destroyed. The last thing that I heard from one of our friends in May 2020 is that they recently received a rescheduled reservation for January 2021, which they never asked for. The lack of communication with the Tides Inn has become comical. I gave them multiple attempts to salvage the situation but they never did. So this review is completely appropriate. read more

My wife and I visited the Tides Inn over the Independence Day holiday for a getaway without the kids. Overall, it is a bit of old school fun in a quiet setting. I thought the on-site dining was excellent, but both the dining and accommodations were pretty pricey for what you get. I had three first impressions of the place. First of all, it seemed like we drove a long ways through nowhere to get here. It is a pretty remote place! Second, the resort has an old-school feel to it; it reminded me of the resort in the movie DIRTY DANCING. Third, the photos of the resort I'd seen are a bit misleading in that I expected the resort to be much bigger than it is. We had dinner reservations at THE OVERLOOK, thinking it was far away from the main dining room (the CHESAPEAKE) and other people. In reality, it is right on the center lawn of the resort, 50 feet from the main dining room. The room was OK. Not tremendously luxurious nor particularly big. However, it did have a view of the water (which was tremendous for July 4th fireworks!), a mini bar, TV, etc. The bed was very comfortable. The food was very good for this type of destination resort, featured lots of seafood, but was very pricey. We ate dinner at the OVERLOOK and had lunch and dinner in the CHESAPEAKE. Oysters were right out of the river and very good, the shrimp and grits were good, desserts were good, etc. No complaints! They had a nice wine list, good cocktails, and a few beers on draft. You pay $30/day for activities and extra for premium activities. We used the par-3 golf course (we are non-golfers), played tennis (never done that either), rode bikes around, and also paid for a jet ski excursion (first time for me). All were fun. The activities center was well staffed. The staff was hit and miss. The housekeeping staff was friendly and very prompt (if you wanted your room made up, they would do it immediately). The wait staff varied. Service at the OVERLOOK was great, but lousy at the pool-side restaurant and in the CHESAPEAKE room (slow, inattentive, unengaged). The couple of bartenders who helped me were good. Ambience is a bit of a mixed bag. The music played outside on the CHESAPEAKE patio which was audible on the lawn and at the OVERLOOK was TERRIBLE. Imagine the worst early 80s soft rock you can. Now imagine it never stopping. We made some comments about how bad it was and each time the reaction of the staff was something like "Yeah, we get a lot of complaints about that. Ha, ha, what are you going to do?" as if the music was some kind of unavoidable force of nature. There are parts of the place that seem in disrepair. The tennis courts need to be redone. Overall, we had a really nice time. But, the place could do certain things better. In all though, I'd be happy to return if I was ever again nearby. read more

Loved the food and of course the view. Hot day but has a nice gentle breeze to keep cool while we sat on the deck under an umbrella. All perfect. Hugs, From Bunny Slippers. read more

Spent a Saturday night here. We had a good time, but everything at the hotel is way overpriced. This place needs a major renovation to recapture what it once was. We had a good time because we spent most time on the water in a canoe fishing. The good: nice location on the water. Good canoes and kayaks and they were available when ever we wanted them. Other guests were pleasant. Staff was pleasant. VERY comfortable bed. Big bathroom. The not so good. - please hire some gardeners. Beautiful landscaping had way too many weeds. - structure needs some upkeep. Sliding doors falling apart. Recaulk the baths. Details like this noticeable everywhere. The walls are paper thin. - we never ate at your restaurant because it was ridiculously expensive. Which gets me to the prices of the rooms. Way to high for the offerings and quality of the hotel. 30$ resort fee was ridiculous. I am willing to spend money on hotels, but I did not get my money's worth. - I got a waterfront balcony room. Unless we were on the balcony, the only water we saw was the old boathouse and brackish water. This was not what most would consider an waterfront or water view room. It is an indirect view. read more

I stayed here for one night (April 18) for a work trip. My room wasn't anything special- the hotel itself was older and some of the infrastructure could use updating. A couple outlets looked loose, there weren't very many lights in the room, and it just seemed dated and in need of some TLC. Staff were great. We had a dinner and reception in the viewing room, and that room is properly named. The view of the river was exquisite. As a bonus, the weather was perfect so I could go inside, get a drink from Geoff the bartender (who was fantastic and very nice to all the guests, and also very good at remembering drink preferences), and go sip it on the patio while the sun set. The view from my room got the hotel 5 stars. I was on the ground level, with double doors that opened onto a patio overlooking the harbor. The patio even had a coffee table and two chairs outside every room. I would stay at this hotel again just for that view. Overall- kind of dated, but the location and views are 10/10. I haven't even mentioned the fire pits, giant chess set, cricket, or corn hole! Absolutely stay at this hotel if you find yourself in the area- you won't be disappointed. read more

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Our room was so comfortable and clean. I mean really clean and I am very picky. The bar and bartender were beautiful cocktails and interesting story of the Inn. We had breakfast at the hotel, excellent but went to town for dinner because the prices were very expensive. Such a great stay we are going again next week. read more

Tidewater Virginia's classy old resort. On the Rappahannock River and offering a pleasant mix of both old and new appointments, whether arriving by car or boat you will find the service is top notch. read more

I have actually waited till the end of my stay to post. Before arriving, my boyfriend is the Godson of Bob Lee Stephens, the son of Big E who built The Tides Inn. We had a visit with Bob Lee before coming. To hear the history told and fond memories of what once was a piece of history, nostalgia, a diamond in the rough, and success beyond belief, you have a sense of The Tides Inn that is frozen in time. When we arrived the grounds are beautiful, the golf course meets you in the beginning. The landscape was not as pristine as I expected, but still beautiful. The workers that I encountered while at my stay were flawless. So courteous, respectful and did not skip a beat with manners. Our visit was in the off season so the place was not very busy. The rooms are a mixture of history and modern updates. The beds extremely comfortable and comfort is at a best. The views from the rooms are beautiful. Our room though in the welcome hall, had a bad spot almost scary to step on. The bath tubs are very high to step into especially for people with bad knees. When I think about history with the original owners as to what the inn is today, it seems like the new owners haven't decided on the reflection of the inn. Do you go more modern for today's society or do you keep true to the history of The Tides Inn history and the value of that. At the present time, it seems a mix that is effecting the popularity of the inn. The views from all aspects are beautiful . The pool and recreation area is well kept and true to the original vision of a 5 star hotel. From every point outside you can hear nature and have a chance to visualize the vision so long ago. There is something for all to do with activities. This place takes great pride in the customers and their happiness. This is a place I will remember for quite some time. I will follow the progress of the renovations that are proposed in hopes of The Tides Inn to be the successful place it once was. read more

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