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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, (1,000 reviews)
"The greatness of this hotel is the proximity to everything and the direct access to the beach. The addition of an outdoor pool is nice for children and loungers who don’t want to deal with the sand. It was a great first trip to OBX"
United States
Jeruan
The price is AED 403
AED 454 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
Comfort Inn South Oceanfront

2. Dolphin Oceanfront Motel

Dolphin Oceanfront Motel
2.0 star property
South Nags Head
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (695 reviews)
The price is AED 368
AED 415 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
Dolphin Oceanfront Motel

3. Pamlico Station Edgecamp

Pamlico Station Edgecamp
2.0 star property
30.4 km from South Nags Head
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (65 reviews)
The price is AED 644
AED 818 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sep
Pamlico Station Edgecamp

4. 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, (1,003 reviews)
"Clean rooms, friendly staff, convenient location."
United States
Nelli
The price is AED 238
AED 272 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sep - 14 Sep
Seahorse Inn and Cottages

5. Sea Foam Motel

Sea Foam Motel
Whalebone, 7.7 km from South Nags Head
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (48 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 398
AED 449 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sep
Sea Foam Motel

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, (1,024 reviews)
"Location was wonderful and staff were incredibly helpful and friendly! Would definitely stay again!"
United States
Sheila West
The price is AED 357
AED 403 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Mia's Boutique Hotel

7. Tar Heel Motel

Tar Heel Motel
2.5 star property
Whalebone, 8 km from South Nags Head
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (418 reviews)
"Very nice stay."
United States
Deborah
The price is AED 283
AED 319 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sep - 29 Sep
Tar Heel Motel

8. 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, (476 reviews)
"For an old hotel it was wonderful we loved the beautiful pool area"
United States
Tommy
The price is AED 294
AED 331 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
Blue Heron Motel

9. 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, (1,004 reviews)
"Amazing stay!"
United States
Sofia
The price is AED 511
AED 576 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
Surf Side Hotel

10. SandSpur Ocean Cottages

SandSpur Ocean Cottages
2.0 star property
Ocean Side Court, 8.7 km from South Nags Head
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (355 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 314
AED 354 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
SandSpur Ocean Cottages

11. 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, (533 reviews)
"It was the perfect spot for a relaxing couple’s weekend getaway."
United States
Timothy
The price is AED 305
AED 344 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sep - 2 Sep
The First Colony Inn

12. 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 342
AED 467 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
Oceanside Court by Kees Vacations

13. 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 621
AED 700 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Nags Head

14. 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, (628 reviews)
"Old and no soap"
United States
Xiaorui
The price is AED 311
AED 429 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
Fin 'n Feather Waterside Inn By Kees Vacations

15. 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, (1,003 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay"
United States
Carol
The price is AED 434
AED 489 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG

16. 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, (347 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 551
AED 621 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Island House of Wanchese

17. Colonial Inn Motel

Colonial Inn Motel
2.0 star property
15.1 km from South Nags Head
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"it's good if only short get away because its right up the beach, the rooms are a bit old but not a big deal for an overnight stay, still comfortable, I recommended it"
United States
Jenifer
The price is AED 259
AED 292 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
Colonial Inn Motel

18. Nags Head Beach Inn by KEES Vacations

Nags Head Beach Inn by KEES Vacations
2.0 star property
16.6 km from South Nags Head
7.4 out of 10, Good, (195 reviews)
"The location was amazing and it was such a cute little building. Literally right across the street from the beach. We were able to check in early and when we had trouble getting our door code to work, they were able to help us right away when we called. The only main issue we had was that the bedding was extremely stained. We had to go to Target and get new bedding to sleep on because it was that bad. Also, the hand soap dispenser in the bathroom didn’t work. However, it was a great price for...
United States
Rachel
The price is AED 269
AED 374 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sep - 2 Sep
Nags Head Beach Inn by KEES Vacations

19. John Yancey Oceanfront Inn

John Yancey Oceanfront Inn
2.0 star property
17.9 km from South Nags Head
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,936 reviews)
"Staff is always very welcoming, room looked updated and breakfasts were great!"
United States
Victoria
The price is AED 448
AED 505 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sep
John Yancey Oceanfront Inn

20. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Outer Banks Kill Devil Hills

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Outer Banks Kill Devil Hills
3.5 star property
17.8 km from South Nags Head
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Rooms are Clean and Staff was Wonderful."
United States
David
The price is AED 566
AED 638 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Outer Banks Kill Devil Hills
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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.

Whalebone

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

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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 511 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.