The Tides Inn

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480 King Carter Drive Irvington, VA 22480-0480

Ratings

AAA
4
Northstar
4

Awards

2022: One of the Top Resorts in the South by the readers of Conde Nast Wine Spectator Award 2021, Chesapeake Restaurant Best of Virginia 2021: Tides Inn was named #1 Resort of Eastern Virginia in the “Best of Virginia 2021” reader’s survey from Virginia Living Conde Nast Traveler 2021 Readers' Choice Awards - #2 in the South Coastal Living “Best Places to Live” 2020 Conde Nast Traveler Reader's Choice Awards for best Southern resort 2020

Amenities

Room features and guest services

  • Calls (local)
  • Calls (toll-free)
  • Concierge services
  • Internet access
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Room service
  • View (garden)
  • View (ocean or water)
  • Voicemail box

Facilities

  • Onsite catering
  • Onsite gift shop
  • Onsite restaurant
  • Pet friendly
  • Rental car service
  • Space (semi-private)
  • Wheelchair accessible

Business services

  • AV capabilities
  • Business center
  • Video conference
  • VIP services

AV capabilities

  • AV equipment
  • High speed internet
  • Onsite AV staff

Recreational activities

  • Golf course on grounds
  • Health club
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa or salon
  • Tennis courts
  • Water sports

Venue accessibility

  • Taxi

Equipment

  • Dance floor
  • Loading dock
  • Piano
  • Portable heaters
  • Portable walls
  • Staging area

Getting Here

With 2 airports within 1 hour away and driving distance from Washington DC, getting here has never been easier. The Richmond International Airport (RIC) is located 63 miles from the Tides Inn with flights from all over the world. The concierge team can also assist your group in securing group and individual transportation. Driving from Washington DC is specifically unique with historical landmarks such as the birthplace of George Washington.

Parking

  • Complimentary parking
  • Valet parking

Distance from airport

  • 6 mi. from venue

The Tides Inn Meeting Space

Total meeting space3,000 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms3
Largest room12,150 sq. ft.
Second largest room2,500 sq. ft.
Space (Semi-private)Available
Filters

Guest Rooms

Total guest rooms70
Single (1 bed)64
Double (2 beds)6
Suites19
Single (1 bed) rate$189.00 – $459.00
Double (2 beds) rate$189.00 – $459.00
Tax rate5.3%
Occupancy rate4%

Local Attractions

Dining at the Tides Inn

Recreation
Dine al fresco beneath the trees and sparkling starlit sky, or pull up a chair at any of our ocean-inspired Irvington, VA restaurants. With an innovative approach to the unique, coastal fare of the Chesapeake region, Executive Chef Alex Pasco, offers an eclectic range of dining experiences in unique settings, satisfying diverse palates. Fish Hawk Oyster Bar is a casual, coastal eatery at the Tides Inn featuring indoor and outdoor seating along Carter’s Creek, grab-and-go seafood favorites, an indoor raw bar, smoothies, wine, craft beer and signature cocktails.

Golden Eagle Golf Course at the Tides Inn

Recreation
Carved out of the beautiful Virginia wooded landscape around a 50-acre lake, the George W. Cobb-designed Golden Eagle Golf Course features exciting elevation changes and well-placed bunkers for all skill levels, along with a driving range and clubhouse. Unforgettable signature holes and water elements abound in this Virginia golf resort.

Outdoor Activities at the Tides Inn

Recreation
Scenic strolls along the shoreline. Sailing classes on tranquil waters. Tastes of fresh, local flavors. Moments turn into memories at the Tides Inn.

Journey Spa at the Tides Inn

Recreation
Journey Spa® packages at the Tides Inn are designed to encourage relaxation, rejuvenation and healing. Please enjoy your time between services relaxing in our intimate lounge with healthful refreshments, warm herbal neck pillows and soft blankets.

Virginia Wine Trail

Recreation
Chesapeake peninsulas along the Virginia Wine Trail provide verdant land and a year-round temperate climate for vineyards and wineries including Dog and Oyster, Good Luck Cellars, The Hague, Ingleside, and Vault Fields. Enjoy Virginia winery tours featuring their warm hospitality and tastings along the way, with local wines such as Cabernet Franc, Chardonnay, Vidal Blanc and Chambourcin.

Historic Sites

Museum
A stay at the Tides Inn is a perfect opportunity to explore the Northern Neck and Chesapeake Region of Virginia. With gorgeous scenery, charming towns with rich pasts, wineries, historic sites and more within close proximity of the resort, you are guaranteed to discover something special.

Chesapeake Bay Attractions

Recreation
All around the Chesapeake Bay are historic attractions like George Washington’s birthplace, Robert E. Lee’s plantation, and the Pamunkey and Mattaponi lands. Explore the beach at Westmoreland State Park or the Potomac River trails and charter boats near the Caledon Natural Area. Travel the Virginia Wine Trail and sample local specialties from everywhere in the Chesapeake Bay area surrounding the Tides Inn.

Colonial Williamsburg

Historical landmark
55 mi. away
Our 18th-century city is the world's largest living history museum, boasting over forty sites and trades, four historic taverns, and two world-class art museums.

More

Resting on a private peninsula in the Chesapeake Bay Region of Virginia's Northern Neck, the Tides Inn offers a unique setting for groups and events that are full of meaning, fulfillment and purpose. Newly renovated guestrooms and suites feature spectacular water views and luxurious amenities. The floor to ceiling windows within our meeting & event spaces overlook the water and lush natural landscape. The Tides Inn provides extensive experiences including tennis, bocce ball, biking, canoeing, kayaking, paddleboarding, golf courses, full-service spa, and a wide variety of curated group activities. This unique setting, along with award-winning cuisine and a superior level of service makes the Tides Inn the perfect destination for groups up to 120. Groups can partake in unforgettable team bonding while at the Tides Inn. Create a memento of your retreat at the Maker’s Space, where our Resident Artist will lead you through creating a pottery piece or painting. Roll up your sleeves in the Chef’s Kitchen with an interactive dining experience focused on the food & beverage culture of Virginia’s Northern Neck and the Chesapeake Bay. We invite groups to deepen their connection to the waterways through our eco-conscious initiatives including the Boardwalk, our Eastern Oyster Reef, and Living Shoreline. Groups can learn about the delicate flora and fauna through hands on experiences with our resident River Ecologist. After an experience on the shore, head into land with a guided tour of our Mushroom Forest and Honeybee Apiary where the harvested goods are used in our Chesapeake Restaurant. The Tides Inn emphasizes the concept of ‘tide to table’, with some added Southern flare for the freshest, most sustainable cuisine. The Chesapeake Restaurant offers a refined dining experience for breakfast, lunch & dinner while the oyster bar on the beach, Fish Hawk, provides a casual and inventive atmosphere. From intimate meetings to entire resort buyouts, your group can truly have it all! Come experience all the magic of coastal retreats on Virginia’s Northern Neck. Continuously voted as a top resort by the readers of Conde Nast and Virginia Living Magazine, the Tides Inn looks forward to hosting you.

Seasonality

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High season
May 25 – Sep 15
Shoulder season
Sep 16 – Oct 31
Apr 15 – May 24
Low season
Nov 1 – Dec 30
Feb 6 – Apr 14

Additional Information

- Located just 60 miles from Richmond International Airport - 2.5 hour drive from the DC area - Located on the Virginia Wine Trail - Located on the Virginia Oyster Trail - Adorable boutiques & quaint dining spots in Irvington & neighboring Kilmarnock - Nearby historical sites include the birthplaces of George Washington and James Monroe, Steamboat Era Museum and Historic Christ Church & Museum.