I spent three nights at the Washington Waterfront Docks in early November and was very happy with the experience. The dock staff was on hand to grab my lines and help me get into my slip. The marina is in a No Wake zone so there was very little wake. Marina facilities, including private restrooms with showers, were in good shape. The staff was friendly and helpful. The marina also has a pumpout, laundry room, and basic loaner bikes. The marina is located very close to downtown Washington, with plenty of shops and restaurants. The ones we tried and liked were The Mulberry House, Blu Farm to Table, and 1906 Bistro & Bourbon Bar. Provisioning in town is not easy; there are a handful of shops to get some gourmet items, but you'll need a taxi or bicycle to get to the Walmart or Food Lion more than a mile away. I found a great seafood shop walking distance from the marina, Washington Crab. There's a very nice walking trail along the river front and pleasant neighborhoods to bike through if you want to get some exercise. While I realize that Washington is a bit out of the way for many cruisers -- it's 27 miles from the ICW -- it's a nice town that's definitely worth visiting. These affordable docks make a good place to park the boat while exploring the city. I would definitely come again.

This was a terrific stop. The docks are fixed but there is very little tide (all wind-driven) and everything is in great condition. There is a small current to be aware of when moving around the docks. The dock hands are very attentive (and they have dog cookies). We tried to tip them and they kept insisting that they would simply use the money to buy bottled water for the dock office. They have very nice bathrooms, free loaner bikes, and laundry that costs $5/day (no matter how many loads). We biked all over -- there is a super Walmart and a Lowes within striking distance, as well as a Tractor Supply (they refill propane). No Uber that we could summon though. Plenty of pleasant walks, a dog park about a mile away, and dozens of outstanding restaurants. Loved our time there and it felt like the town truly welcomed us. I hope to go back!

Great location; right downtown. Dockhands helpful and friendly and checking on boats. Fixed docks with pilings on exterior which made for a long step off the boat if limited mobility. Clean large shower. Nice town. Wifi so weak it might as well have been non-existent.

We went to Washington on Friday and stayed for the weekend. The dock master was very helpful before we arrived and then helping us when we docked. Such a beautiful town and really friendly! We were in a Krogen Express 49 with a 4ft draft. We would definitely go back again! Great restaurants and shops!