New Hilton Opens in the Heart of Norfolk’s Naval Hub
April 4, 2017
Doors have opened to Norfolk’s highly anticipated Hilton Norfolk The Main April 3 in the center of the coastal Virginia destination. Hilton Norfolk The Main adds to the revitalization of Norfolk — one of the most iconic naval bases in the U.S. with a burgeoning foodie and art scene at the cornerstone of the city’s modern-day renaissance. With unparalleled conference space and four sophisticated restaurants, Hilton’s arrival is redefining meeting and gathering spaces in the region, cementing the hotel’s status as a destination in its own right.
Standing 21 stories tall, Hilton Norfolk The Main joins downtown Norfolk’s skyline of modern and historic buildings. With a glass curtain wall, Hilton Norfolk The Main features an astounding 100-foot-tall ground floor atrium, seamlessly blending Norfolk’s metropolitan core with a bright and contemporary interior. From the atrium, guests can explore everything the property has to offer including 300 upscale guest rooms, four signature dining experiences, as well as The Exchange, Norfolk’s largest convention and meeting space.
Core of the Coastal Community
Located in the heart of downtown, Hilton Norfolk The Main is within walking distance to more than 50 restaurants and is in close proximity to the city’s many art outlets and entertainment venues. Guests will be able to visit some of Norfolk’s biggest attractions including Nauticus Maritime Museum, Slover Library, Norfolk Botanical Gardens, Half Moone Cruise Center, MacArthur Center, City Center, Chrysler Museum of Art, Town Point Park, The Norva, Waterside District, Norfolk Scope, Harbor Park and many more.
Dining Options
Four innovative dining experiences unique to the bustling food scene of Norfolk include:
Saltine: Saltine showcases the region’s finest fresh seafood with a design that reflects the region’s history and features areas of exposed brick, displaying the integration of the historic Decker building.
Grain: Norfolk’s first rooftop beer garden features more than 100 local and regional craft beers on tap, regular live entertainment and the best views of the Elizabeth River and downtown Norfolk.
Varia: Varia is a sophisticated trattoria-inspired eatery with nightly piano entertainment and two hidden dining rooms that guests can reserve for more private dining experiences.
Fruitive: Virginia’s first certified organic restaurant offers a menu that is 100 percent plant-based and features locally sourced ingredients.
Home to Virginia’s Largest Hotel Ballroom
The Exchange at Hilton Norfolk The Main boasts 50,000 sf of high-tech, high-design meeting space, and features 39 different meeting rooms. The hotel also includes an innovative collaboration room, a tiered meeting room, two boardrooms, as well as state-of-the-art technology from audio-visual equipment to soundproof rooms. The hotel also houses the largest hotel ballroom in Virginia with 18,500 sf of space and the ability to accommodate 2,200 seated guests. With the magnitude of space between The Exchange and Hilton Norfolk The Main’s ballroom, the city’s function offerings have multiplied, furthering Norfolk as a destination for both business and leisure.
Modern Build and Unmatched Amenities
Offering unparalleled service and amenities, the upper floors of Hilton Norfolk The Main feature 11 suites with sweeping views of both the city and the Elizabeth River. From the King Suites, which offer larger accommodations, grand bathrooms and multiple televisions, to the Presidential Suite, which includes a grand piano and a stately private dining room accommodating up to eight people, Hilton Norfolk The Main’s suite experience is only rivaled by its service. On the top floor of the hotel, business travelers and select leisure guests will experience the exclusive Executive Club Level accessible only by private elevator key. The Executive Club features private check-in and checkout, a private lounge with complimentary breakfast, and guest rooms with upgraded amenities including dedicated staff 24 hours a day. On the fifth floor, guests will find a fitness facility and upscale indoor pool.
“Hilton Norfolk The Main is a transitional moment for Norfolk, filling a void in the downtown scene offering both locals and visitors a comprehensive hospitality experience,” said Gold Key | PHR CEO Bruce Thompson. “It was important to me, as a Norfolk native, to create a cultural destination in downtown, one that excites visitors to our great city.”
Hilton Norfolk The Main is part of Hilton Honors, the award-winning guest-loyalty program for Hilton’s 14 distinct hotel brands.