10 Best Motels in Nags Head: Find Cheap Motels in Nags Head, NC 2026

Q: What are the best motels in Nags Head?

Seahorse Inn and Cottages : Stay within a quick 1-minute drive of Jennette's Pier. Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Colonial Inn Motel : A seasonal outdoor pool, free WiFi, and free parking are available during your stay. It's located within a 10-minute drive of Jennette's Pier and Kitty Hawk Beach. Tar Heel Motel : Enjoy access to the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Stay within a quick 1-minute drive of Jennette's Pier. SandSpur Ocean Cottages : It's located within a quick 2-minute drive of Jennette's Pier. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a microwave. Sea Foam Motel : Stay within a quick 1-minute drive of Jennette's Pier. Enjoy access to the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies including WiFi and parking.

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

Tar Heel Motel

Whalebone

lisa renee

AED 368 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Jun - 1 Jul

SandSpur Ocean Cottages

Ocean Side Court

Damon

AED 742 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Jul - 7 Jul

Colonial Inn Motel

Nags Head

Rebecca

AED 529 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Jun - 30 Jun

Sea Foam Motel

Whalebone

Jende

AED 939 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Jun - 25 Jun

Seahorse Inn and Cottages

Whalebone

Joseph

AED 475 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Jun - 29 Jun

Island Guesthouse and Motel

Manteo

Darrell

AED 524 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Jun - 29 Jun

Outer Banks Motor Lodge

Kill Devil Hills

Katelyn

AED 593 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Jun - 25 Jun

Mariner Inn and Suites

Kill Devil Hills

Aspen

AED 588 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Jun - 29 Jun

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Top Nags Head Hotel Reviews

Seahorse Inn and Cottages

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was so kind and helpful. My sister and I are both handicapped and the staff was there to help without having to ask."

Wink Beach | Oceanfront | Private Pool, Hot Tub, and Dog Friendly

10/10 Excellent

"The house was clean, lots of seating areas, large dining room table, well stocked kitchen, comfortable beds, nice size pool, & the AC worked!! Management was quick to respond to questions. House is in a great location."

SandSpur Ocean Cottages

8/10 Good

"Wonderful family-owned hotel right on the beach. Great location. Clean rooms and exterior. Helpful staff. We had a hotel room, not a cottage, with noisy people above us and the water in the shower wasn't quite as hot as I like, hence the 4 stars. Otherwise an exceptional old hotel, well worth a try."

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?

Seahorse Inn and Cottages: Stay within a quick 1-minute drive of Jennette's Pier. Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Colonial Inn Motel: A seasonal outdoor pool, free WiFi, and free parking are available during your stay. It's located within a 10-minute drive of Jennette's Pier and Kitty Hawk Beach. Tar Heel Motel: Enjoy access to the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Stay within a quick 1-minute drive of Jennette's Pier. SandSpur Ocean Cottages: It's located within a quick 2-minute drive of Jennette's Pier. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a microwave. Sea Foam Motel: Stay within a quick 1-minute drive of Jennette's Pier. 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, Cape Hatteras National Seashore, and Pamlico 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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