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Our top choices for Nags Head motels

Single Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Tar Heel Motel

Whalebone

United States

William

NT$3,793 total

includes taxes & fees

May 19 - May 20

Property grounds

Sea Foam Motel

Whalebone

United States

Nancy

NT$3,271 total

includes taxes & fees

May 20 - May 21

Comfort Studio Suite | Terrace/patio

SandSpur Ocean Cottages

Ocean Side Court

United States

Rodney

NT$4,001 total

includes taxes & fees

May 20 - May 21

Property grounds

Colonial Inn Motel

Nags Head

United States

William

NT$2,308 total

includes taxes & fees

May 25 - May 26

Beach/ocean view

Seahorse Inn and Cottages

Whalebone

United States

Robert

NT$2,426 total

includes taxes & fees

May 19 - May 20

Fireplace

Island Guesthouse and Motel

Manteo

United States

Dominique

NT$4,008 total

includes taxes & fees

May 19 - May 20

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette, Ocean View (Second Floor) | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Outer Banks Motor Lodge

Kill Devil Hills

United States

patience

NT$3,952 total

includes taxes & fees

May 19 - May 20

Exterior

Mariner Inn and Suites

Kill Devil Hills

Canada

Laura

NT$3,134 total

includes taxes & fees

May 21 - May 22

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Top Nags Head Hotel Reviews

Surf Side Hotel

Surf Side Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Breakfast was awesome "

Sea Foam Motel

Sea Foam Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Our 2nd floor room was beachfront. The Nags Head Outlet was within walking distance as well as a huge "beach" store. The Sea Foam is an older historical motel that was recently sold. Yes, it is in need of repair and updating, however, it was clean, the beds were comfortable, and decent water pressure. It fit our needs. Word is that the new owners have big plans."

Tar Heel Motel

Tar Heel Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Our room had pretty textured walls and beautiful artwork. The furnishings were also high quality. Its a 3 minute walk to the beach, and within a few minutes drive of a mini-mart, ice cream place, and some restaurants. I couldn't figure out when checkout time was, but another guest told me 11am. Also the doors have # codes on them so you can check in without seeing anyone. But the insides of the doors don't have slide locks, so we were worried about someone being able to enter if they found out the code."

Seahorse Inn and Cottages

Seahorse Inn and Cottages

4/10 Poor

"The price we paid was affordable for a vacation in the OBX. With that said hospitality, cleanliness and sanitary conditions should never be compromised. The room had sheets that were stained and had a bad odor. Water bugs and roaches came in at times. No housekeeping ever came during our 4 night stay. We drove 8 hours to get there so I didn't let sheets or unwanted visitors ruin my vacation. If I ever come to the beautiful OBX again I won't stay here I'll save up more money and go somewhere else. But if you can't afford a fancy hotel but still enjoy everything else OBX has to offer then bring your own sheets and a can of bug spray. Location is the only thing this place has to offer."

Find out more about Nags Head

Nags Head Motels information

Number of reviews	5,166
Accommodation	5 Motels
Lowest Price	NT$2,308
Highest Price	NT$4,450

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Nags Head?

When you save on your room price, you can experience more of the activities in Nags Head. Top sights to visit include Outer Banks Beaches.

What is a motel?

At many motels, you'll often find an outdoor pool and a free parking spot. When you stay at a motel property, you'll usually access your room from an outside corridor overlooking the parking lot. The first motels popped up in the 1920s as a convenient place to stay for the tired traveler driving along America's major roadways.

What are the best motels in Nags Head?

Colonial Inn Motel: Stay within a quick 1-minute drive of Outer Banks Beaches. Enjoy access to the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies including WiFi and parking. SandSpur Ocean Cottages: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a microwave. It's located within a quick 1-minute drive of Outer Banks Beaches. Seahorse Inn and Cottages: Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Stay within a quick 1-minute drive of Outer Banks Beaches. Sea Foam Motel: It's located within a quick 1-minute drive of Outer Banks Beaches. A seasonal outdoor pool, free WiFi, and free parking are available during your stay. Tar Heel Motel: Stay within a quick 1-minute drive of Outer Banks Beaches. Enjoy access to the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies including WiFi and parking.

How many motels can I expect to find in Nags Head?

Expedia has 5 low-cost motels in Nags Head.

What can I do in Nags Head?

Visitors to Nags Head like its beaches and seafood restaurants. As you're sightseeing around the area, be sure to enjoy all there is to see and do. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Outer Banks Beaches, Pamlico Sound, and Albemarle Sound. Attractions the whole family can enjoy include Full Throttle Speedway and Mutiny Bay Adventure Golf. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Jockey's Ridge State Park, Bodie Island Lighthouse, and Oregon Inlet Fishing Center.

What's the seasonal weather like in Nags Head?

Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Nags Head to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 77°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 49°F. Average annual precipitation for Nags Head is 56 inches.

What are my options for getting around Nags Head when staying in a motel?

We've gathered some information about getting around Nags Head to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional), which is located 5.1 mi (8.2 km) from the heart of the city. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.

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