Nags Head, NC

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Nags Head
Nags Head
town of nags head scenes on outer banks nc
kitty hawk pier, outer banks, north carolina
Nag's head is exactly what you would picture an east coast beach to be - simple, trendy, touristy...just "quaint". I chose this photo over others because it is a different view of the typical "beach", investigating the movement of the water over the yellow sand in dim sunlight just made for a peaceful image.

Where to stay in Nags Head

Bodie Island Light Station was placed on the National Register of Historical places by the United States Department of Interior 2003

South Nags Head

4.5/5(43 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in South Nags Head, Outer Banks Beaches and Bodie Island Lighthouse are top sights worth seeing.

South Nags Head
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Ocean Side Court

If you're spending some time in Ocean Side Court, Full Throttle Speedway and Mutiny Bay Adventure Golf are top sights worth seeing.

Ocean Side Court
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Whalebone

While visiting Whalebone, you might make a stop by sights like Outlets Nags Head and Whalebone Junction.

Whalebone
Blue Heron Motel

Blue Heron Motel

2.5 out of 5
6811 S VIRGINIA DARE TR Nags Head NC
The price is NT$1,661 per night from Feb 1 to Feb 2
NT$1,661
NT$1,873 total
Feb 1 - Feb 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Nags Head. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (345 reviews)
Great place, wonderful staff! Highly recommended!

Reviewed on 2026/1/22

Blue Heron Motel
Mia's Boutique Hotel

Mia's Boutique Hotel

2 out of 5
7115 S Virginia Dare Trail Nags Head NC
The price is NT$2,031 per night from Jan 31 to Feb 1
NT$2,031
NT$2,290 total
Jan 31 - Feb 1
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Nags Head. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (651 reviews)
The room was very clean and the value for the money was good, considering it's January, pets are allowed and the motel is an older model, lovingly restored by the current owners. The rooms were warm and everything worked. TV was large which was great if the weather tanked. My only comment has nothing ...

Reviewed on 2026/1/19

Mia's Boutique Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG

3 out of 5
4701 S Virginia Dare Trl Nags Head NC
The price is NT$3,166 per night from Feb 13 to Feb 14
NT$3,166
NT$3,569 total
Feb 13 - Feb 14
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Nags Head. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
Nice room

Reviewed on 2026/1/19

Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Smoketree Lodge

Smoketree Lodge

3 out of 5
11914 Highway 105 Banner Elk NC
Stay at this aparthotel in Banner Elk. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Sugar Mountain Resort and Grandfather Mountain ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (267 reviews)
Well located, near Sugar Mountain. The room was confortable and with very good amenities.

Reviewed on 2026/1/13

Smoketree Lodge
The Highlands at Sugar

The Highlands at Sugar

3 out of 5
2173 Sugar Mountain Drive Banner Elk NC
Book a stay at this family-friendly apartment in Banner Elk. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (786 reviews)
The size and accommodations of this stay exceeded my expectations!

Reviewed on 2026/1/25

The Highlands at Sugar
Kasa Edison House South End Dilworth Charlotte

Kasa Edison House South End Dilworth Charlotte

3.5 out of 5
1921 Charlotte Dr Charlotte NC
Stay at this aparthotel in Charlotte. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Spectrum Center and Bank of America Stadium are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (189 reviews)
Was super surprised by how nice the room was and was in a very convenient area

Reviewed on 2026/1/27

Kasa Edison House South End Dilworth Charlotte
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Nags Head

4.6
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
212
5 - Excellent 65%
4 - Good
98
4 - Good 30%
3 - Okay
13
3 - Okay 4%
2 - Disappointing
1
2 - Disappointing 0%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 0%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

OBX is the perfect place to unwind and relax while escaping the real world! You can clear your mind and refresh your soul. I always feel so relaxed in the Outer Banks!

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Love the area, because of the pandemic things are still Closed but nice to just get away!!!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I grew up visiting this beach in the summers and staying in this motel when I was a little girl myself, because it was one of my grandmothers favorite places to stay and now I get to share the same experience with my daughter!

5/5 - Excellent

Meg

Strongly recommend even in the off season. Cooler but still nice and fewer people.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Nags Head is beautiful, however I enjoy it better in the off season.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Great place to visit anytime of the year.

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