Ghent
Norfolk
Popular places to visit
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
If Sentara Norfolk General Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Norfolk.
Chrysler Museum of Art
Be amazed by the breadth and quality of this collection of art and glasswork at a free museum in the heart of the city.
Naval Station Norfolk
Tour the world’s largest naval complex and see some of the U.S. Navy’s most powerful ships.
Old Dominion University
Enjoy the student vibe at Old Dominion University during your visit to Norfolk. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
Waterside District
A riverside district with restaurants, bars and nightclubs stands beside a scenic park and promenade with cycle and running lanes.
Norfolk Scope
Catch an event at Norfolk Scope during your trip to Norfolk. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
Things to do
City Cruises Norfolk: Signature Brunch Cruise
City Cruises Norfolk: Signature Dinner Cruise
Top hotels in Ghent
Wyndham Virginia Beach Oceanfront
Our room was clean and comfortable. However, the toilet paper holder was coming off the wall, and the roll in shower flooded the bathroom. Also, the carpet in the hallway was worn and dirty. The staff were friendly, and we enjoyed our stay.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Hyatt Place Virginia Beach / Oceanfront
Clean, centrally located, beautiful, nice rooms, big breakfast area
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Hilton Virginia Beach Oceanfront
Na
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Surfbreak Virginia Beach Oceanfront, an Ascend Collection Hotel
The tv was either broken or very cheap. It was too small for the room and sounded like tin cans connected with string. The room was pretty clean but definitely worn down. MDF furniture had missing chunks, the paint job in the room and hallways looked like “landlord special” (painted over hardware, ...
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Schooner Inn
Everyone on the staff we encountered was very pleasant, and helpful. The beach view on the ocean side is perfect! We enjoyed our stay and we will stay again.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Virginia Beach (Oceanfront)
Staff was very friendly and professional but I doubt I will stay here again. Breakfast
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ghent
Norfolk Auto Row Historic District
While Norfolk Auto Row Historic District isn't home to many top sights, Harrison Opera House and Chrysler Museum of Art are some notable places to visit nearby.
West Freemason
While you're in West Freemason, take in top sights like Hunter House Victorian Museum and jump on the metro at York Street-Free Mason Station to see more of the city.
Downtown Norfolk
If you're spending time in Downtown Norfolk, check out sights like The NorVa or Norva Theater and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Monticello Station or MacArthur Square Station.
Olde Huntersville
While Olde Huntersville may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Harrison Opera House and Norfolk Scope.
Fleet
Visitors to Fleet enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Naval Station Norfolk is worth a stop.
Bayview
While Bayview isn't home to many top sights, Norfolk Beaches and Ocean View Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
