NORFOLK, Va.
Hilton announced the launch of Hilton Norfolk The Main in coastal Norfolk, Va. The new property 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 abundant conference space and four sophisticated restaurants, Hilton’s arrival also hopes to redefine the region’s growing meetings market.
Standing 21 stories tall, Hilton Norfolk The Main blends into downtown Norfolk’s skyline of modern and historic buildings. The hotel features a 100-foot tall ground floor atrium resulting in 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 and The Exchange, which is the name given to Hilton Norfolk The Main’s innovative meeting and conference space—the largest currently available in Norfolk.
“Hilton Norfolk The Main is poised to deliver exceptional experiences to all guests—whether they are in town for business, visiting the world’s largest naval hub or looking to savor the flourishing craft beer and food scene,” said Shawn McAteer, vice president, global brand management, Hilton Hotels & Resorts.
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 and Harbor Park.
The four on-site dining experiences 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, with ties to 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 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% plant-based and features locally sourced ingredients.
For those looking to find a space for every occasion, The Exchange at Hilton Norfolk The Main boasts 50,000 square feet of high-tech, high-design meeting space, and features 39 different meeting rooms for any type of event or corporate need. The hotel also includes an innovative collaboration room, a tiered meeting room, two boardrooms, as well as advanced technology from AV equipment to soundproof rooms.
For larger events, Hilton Norfolk The Main houses the largest hotel ballroom in Virginia with 18,500 square feet 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, Norfolk will be able to target more group business.
