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1. Comfort Inn South Oceanfront

Comfort Inn South Oceanfront
2.5 star property
South Nags Head
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,007 reviews)
"Great location, loved the hotel!"
United States
Audrey
The price is AED 454
AED 512 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sep - 8 Sep
Comfort Inn South Oceanfront
On the beach, surfing, fishing

2. Dolphin Oceanfront Motel

Dolphin Oceanfront Motel
2.0 star property
South Nags Head
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (688 reviews)
"Great Stay!"
United States
Brandon
The price is AED 381
AED 429 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sep - 21 Sep
Dolphin Oceanfront Motel
Property grounds

3. Fin 'n Feather Waterside Inn By Kees Vacations

Fin 'n Feather Waterside Inn By Kees Vacations
2.5 star property
7 km from South Nags Head
7.6 out of 10, Good, (627 reviews)
"Very nice, very clean, but walls are a little thin. Could here neighbor snoring all night!"
United States
Patricia
The price is AED 342
AED 464 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Fin 'n Feather Waterside Inn By Kees Vacations
Property grounds

4. Island House of Wanchese

Island House of Wanchese
3.5 star property
6.3 km from South Nags Head
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (345 reviews)
"This place was worth the stay. Really great people all the way around. Breakfast was great and snacks all day. Would definitely do this again."
United States
Brian
The price is AED 562
AED 634 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Sep - 20 Sep
Island House of Wanchese
Beach/ocean view

5. Seahorse Inn and Cottages

Seahorse Inn and Cottages
2.5 star property
Whalebone, 7.4 km from South Nags Head
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1,009 reviews)
"It was a clean place to stay with comfy beds for a last minute weekend trip. Love the location! Easy check-in/check-out. The soap dispensers didn’t work and there is no filtered water but tap was ok for the short term. Overall good little beach place…would stay again!"
United States
Shannon
The price is AED 246
AED 281 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sep - 9 Sep
Seahorse Inn and Cottages
Exterior

6. Mia's Boutique Hotel

Mia's Boutique Hotel
2.0 star property
Whalebone, 7.7 km from South Nags Head
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,011 reviews)
"Location was wonderful and staff were incredibly helpful and friendly! Would definitely stay again!"
United States
Sheila West
The price is AED 359
AED 405 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Mia's Boutique Hotel
Property grounds

7. Sea Foam Motel

Sea Foam Motel
Whalebone, 7.7 km from South Nags Head
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (47 reviews)
"Perfect vintage beach motel. Great location. Rooms were clean. Parking is a bit tight and rooms lack outlets, but overall a great stay."
United States
Ryan
The price is AED 446
AED 503 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Sea Foam Motel
Single Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, WiFi (free), individually decorated, bed sheets

8. Tar Heel Motel

Tar Heel Motel
2.5 star property
Whalebone, 8 km from South Nags Head
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (414 reviews)
"Very nice stay."
United States
Deborah
The price is AED 322
AED 363 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sep - 22 Sep
Tar Heel Motel
Elite Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Oceanfront | Balcony

9. Blue Heron Motel

Blue Heron Motel
2.5 star property
Ocean Side Court, 8.4 km from South Nags Head
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (472 reviews)
"For an old hotel it was wonderful we loved the beautiful pool area"
United States
Tommy
The price is AED 303
AED 342 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Sep - 16 Sep
Blue Heron Motel
Property entrance

10. The First Colony Inn

The First Colony Inn
3.5 star property
Ocean Side Court, 8.5 km from South Nags Head
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (525 reviews)
"It was the perfect spot for a relaxing couple’s weekend getaway."
United States
Timothy
The price is AED 348
AED 393 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
The First Colony Inn
Exterior

11. Surf Side Hotel

Surf Side Hotel
3.0 star property
Ocean Side Court, 8.6 km from South Nags Head
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Amazing stay!"
United States
Sofia
The price is AED 569
AED 642 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sep - 8 Sep
Surf Side Hotel
View from property

12. SandSpur Ocean Cottages

SandSpur Ocean Cottages
2.0 star property
Ocean Side Court, 8.7 km from South Nags Head
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (350 reviews)
"This place is great! It’s right on the beach and the rooms are very clean and spacious. My best friend and I had a great time and we plan to be back!"
United States
Madeleine
The price is AED 347
AED 391 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sep - 21 Sep
SandSpur Ocean Cottages
Exterior

13. Oceanside Court by Kees Vacations

Oceanside Court by Kees Vacations
3.0 star property
Ocean Side Court, 8.9 km from South Nags Head
7.4 out of 10, Good, (254 reviews)
"Didn’t have parking. And j"
United States
Ashley
The price is AED 375
AED 504 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Oceanside Court by Kees Vacations
Desk, blackout drapes, WiFi (free), bed sheets

14. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Nags Head

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Nags Head
2.5 star property
Ocean Side Court, 8.9 km from South Nags Head
The price is AED 713
AED 803 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sep - 21 Sep
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Nags Head
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | WiFi (free)

15. Scarborough Inn

Scarborough Inn
3.0 star property
10.4 km from South Nags Head
7.8 out of 10, Good, (396 reviews)
"Staff was friendly and the location was great. Will definitely stay again"
United States
Kenneth
The price is AED 250
AED 281 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Scarborough Inn
Front of property

16. Tranquil House Inn

Tranquil House Inn
2.0 star property
11.2 km from South Nags Head
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (148 reviews)
"We had a very nice stay, the Inn is in a nice location, has a great restaurant and the rooms were very clean."
United Kingdom
Coleen
The price is AED 912
AED 1,028 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Tranquil House Inn
Sandpiper Room | Terrace/patio

17. Cameron House Inn

Cameron House Inn
4.0 star property
11.3 km from South Nags Head
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (115 reviews)
"Absolutely loved our accommodations, vibe and location! "
United States
Marguerite
The price is AED 1,045
AED 1,179 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sep - 8 Sep
Cameron House Inn
Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Garden Area | Terrace/patio

18. White Doe Inn

White Doe Inn
4.5 star property
11.3 km from South Nags Head
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (92 reviews)
"This is the perfect place to stay as you explore the Outer Banks."
United States
Stephen
The price is AED 959
AED 1,081 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sep - 3 Sep
White Doe Inn
On the beach

19. Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG
3.0 star property
11.6 km from South Nags Head
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,015 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay"
United States
Carol
The price is AED 528
AED 595 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG
Property entrance

20. Heart of Manteo Motor Lodge

Heart of Manteo Motor Lodge
2.5 star property
11.7 km from South Nags Head
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1,007 reviews)
"Perfect location and met our needs."
United States
Lisa
The price is AED 211
AED 238 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Heart of Manteo Motor Lodge
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Where to stay in South Nags Head

Find the best South Nags Head areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

A lighthouse on a pier at dusk.

Whalebone

While visiting Whalebone, you might make a stop by sights like Cape Hatteras National Seashore and Outlets Nags Head.

Top South Nags Head Hotel Reviews

Dolphin Oceanfront Motel

Dolphin Oceanfront Motel

10/10 Excellent
"I liked everything about my stay here! The room was clean staff was great and accommodating I plan on staying here again! I do have some suggestions I would put buckets under the air conditioner to catch the water and use it to water any plants."
Sheri 4-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Dolphin Oceanfront Motel

Frequently asked questions

What is South Nags Head like?
Travelers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Nags Head's South Nags Head neighborhood. Looking for sights you might find in a travel guide about South Nags Head? Consider a visit to Outer Banks Beaches while you're in the neighborhood.
What's a favorite hotel to stay in South Nags Head?
Based on our traveler data, Dolphin Oceanfront Motel is one of the top choices for your stay in South Nags Head. This hotel offers free parking and private porches. Another good option for your stay in the area is Comfort Inn South Oceanfront.
How many hotels are there in the South Nags Head area?
Expedia has 510 hotels and other accommodations in South Nags Head to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Nags Head area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in South Nags Head, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available in South Nags Head.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to South Nags Head?
For more information about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to South Nags Head, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.
What are the top things to see and do in South Nags Head?
Spend some time exploring the natural setting of South Nags Head with a visit to Cape Hatteras National Seashore and Pamlico Sound. Outer Banks Beaches and Bodie Island Lighthouse are also a couple of places to visit in the neighborhood. Pirate's Life Charters is one place you might want to visit in the area around South Nags Head. Make a stop at Oregon Inlet Fishing Center and Pirate's Cove Marina while you're sightseeing around the area.