Virginia Beach, VirginiaOld Beach
The Sitio
Pared-back surf lodge
Old Beach Virginia Beach, Virginia
Opened
2026
Price
$$$
Rated for
Design Luxe SocialOutside the door
Pared-back surf lodge
The lodge sits directly beside an inland wave lagoon, tailoring each stay to riders tracking daily sets.
What it’s good at
Notable
Local workshops crafted furnishings and the reception desk from trees cleared on site.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
The 20 rooms are pared back and purposeful: natural textiles, wide windows, custom surfboard racks, and minibars stocked with local snacks.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
The Virginia Beach boardwalk and fishing pier are a short stroll away, just beyond Atlantic Park.
The rooms
Custom racks hold surfboards on the walls, and seven rooms open onto private balconies directly over the wave lagoon.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
An outdoor infinity-edge pool borders the sun deck, looking straight across the waves of the surf lagoon.
At the table
The Sunroom serves regional seafood and morning coffee, open only to guests looking out over the surf lagoon.
How it began
The grounds once held The Dome, a 1957 geodesic arena designed by Buckminster Fuller for oceanfront concerts.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.