Seahorse Inn and Cottages

2.5 star property
Motel with free parking, steps from Outer Banks Beaches

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Travelers find a peaceful haven at Seahorse Inn and Cottages, conveniently located near Jennette's Pier. The property provides in-room WiFi and express check-out options, while the attentive staff ensures a smooth, hassle-free experience throughout the stay.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Exclusive Cottage, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

7.8 out of 10
Good
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

7.0 out of 10
Good
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Comfort Single Room

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Family Cottage, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Economy Room

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
7218 S Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head, NC, 27959

What's nearby

  • Jennette's Pier - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Outlets Nags Head - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Jockey's Ridge State Park - 7 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Nags Head Fishing Pier - 9 min drive - 9.2 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fish Heads Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Miller's Waterfront Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Dunes Restaurant - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Seahorse Inn and Cottages

Motel near Outer Banks Beaches
Located close to Jennette's Pier and Pirate's Cove Marina, Seahorse Inn and Cottages has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and wedding services
  • Smoke-free premises and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the beach locale, overall value, and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Seahorse Inn and Cottages boast perks such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guest reviews highly rate the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 40-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Porches or lanais, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 3 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Built in 1973
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 18 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Utility fee: USD 1 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

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Frequently asked questions

Is Seahorse Inn and Cottages pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Seahorse Inn and Cottages?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Seahorse Inn and Cottages?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Seahorse Inn and Cottages?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is Seahorse Inn and Cottages located?

Located in Whalebone, this motel is steps from Outer Banks Beaches and Jennette's Pier. Pirate's Cove Marina and Jockey's Ridge State Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Seahorse Inn and Cottages Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 331 out of 956 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 341 out of 956 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 166 out of 956 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 72 out of 956 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 46 out of 956 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, great price friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our cottage was nice, it had been updated since our last stay there. We will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Small can walk to ocean restraunts ext door
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Older OBX motel, room was clean and worked for our quick trip. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and right across the road is the beach loves it
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness
Great beach access. There’s a market/deli across the street which was super convenient
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was clean. Kitchenette was nice bonus. Location was good. Checkin/out easy. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Everything I needed for a 2 night stay. Will be back next year!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Ronald

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was ok, room was not clean, humidifier leaked, not enough room to be comfortable parking places were to small
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melinda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love it! Perfect for my husband and I!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Staff & service
The cabin was a perfect place to go to sleep after staying out all day on the beach. Close to Fat Boys for ice cream and some of our favorite restaurants. Although advertised as “soundproof walls” our experience was otherwise, could definitely hear our neighbors very clearly through the walls. No complaints, would stay there again with my wife on another long weekend on the Outer Banks!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Amenities
Wonderful place.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Corrinne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, and wonderful staff. Have stayed here twice so far, and my partner and I agree that this is now "our spot" when we visit the Outer Banks
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Maryjo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Small parking area. Indoor stairwell was in desperate need of cleaning. Rooms are good, exactly what you pay for. 2 beds, a small
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abby

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great dog friendly hotel that is reasonably priced and in a great location across from the ocean!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Prefect location

We have stayed here many times over the years. We love the hotel and the location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Staff & service
The bed was excellent, but the room was tiny. The shower was small, but there was great water pressure. The television worked. We were at the beach most of the day, so having a great night's sleep was important. Perfect location. The staff was very kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah

Good location Good price Tiny bathroom Water very slow to heat
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, beach accessible friendly owners loved they allow dogs
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hillary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Has everything you need. Staff are very friendly and very helpful. Highly recommend location!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Lindsey

Disliked: Amenities
Has potential if taken care of properly. Lots of mold in bathroom, very limited soap and towels as no one stays on property. Virtual kiosk will check you in and out, very limited people on property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Quaint little hotel, straight across from Jeanette’s Pier, very close to the outlets, near several restaurants. Only minutes away from Manteo. Our family had a great time staying at the Seahorse Inn and cottages.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the Very Best places i have stayed while traveling. 5star
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Allen

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The smell of mold . And bugs
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Denise

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The entire place needs renovation. We had a dead cockroach in the floor, very weird bathtub access, look like the tub had been used to store paint. Rubber on the bottom of the room door is shredded and the safety strips on the stairs were loose and trip hazards.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025