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Our top choices for South Nags Head hotels

A wooden deck with tables and chairs, overlooking the ocean.

1. Comfort Inn South Oceanfront

Comfort Inn South Oceanfront
2.5 star property
South Nags Head
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice for our family and our budget! Staff was friendly and we would definitely come back"
United States
Ashley
The price is ￥12,237
￥13,796 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Comfort Inn South Oceanfront
A beach house with a pier extending into the ocean.

2. Dolphin Oceanfront Motel

Dolphin Oceanfront Motel
2.0 star property
South Nags Head
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (715 reviews)
"Love staying here"
United States
April
The price is ￥17,548
￥19,786 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Dolphin Oceanfront Motel
A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with a blue mat on the sand.

3. 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, (1,005 reviews)
"Clean, great staff, quiet hotel. Great place to stay!"
United States
Katie
The price is ￥16,530
￥18,638 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Surf Side Hotel
A multi-story beachfront building with balconies, a sandy beach in front, and a clear sky.

4. 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, (1,114 reviews)
"We just slept there after a long travel day, but it was nice."
United States
James
The price is ￥13,283
￥14,977 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Mia's Boutique Hotel
A wooden staircase leading to a beach with a sunset in the background.

5. 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, (1,002 reviews)
"clean room, good breakfast, excellent location on the beach and close to amenitites"
United States
Kevin
The price is ￥13,696
￥15,441 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG
A hotel with a central entrance, multiple balconies, and a wooden deck leading to the entrance.

6. 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, (547 reviews)
"charming old inn just what we like not fancy full of charm close to the beach good lite breakfast"
United States
Clarence
The price is ￥13,059
￥14,725 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
The First Colony Inn
A covered porch with rows of chairs, a view of the beach, and buildings in the background.

7. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Quiet stay and nice staff."
United States
Shawn
The price is ￥7,472
￥8,582 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Seahorse Inn and Cottages
A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with a sunset in the background.

8. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Rooms are Clean and Staff was Wonderful."
United States
David
The price is ￥17,947
￥20,235 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Outer Banks Kill Devil Hills
A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a painting on the wall.

9. Tar Heel Motel

Tar Heel Motel
2.5 star property
Whalebone, 8 km from South Nags Head
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (439 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Very nice rooms and very convenient to many attractions."
United States
Nicholas
The price is ￥12,125
￥13,671 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Tar Heel Motel
An outdoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, overlooking a beach with a wooden fence and a clear view of the ocean.

10. Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Nags Head Oceanfront

Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Nags Head Oceanfront
3.0 star property
18.3 km from South Nags Head
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,133 reviews)
"This place was perfect!!!"
United States
K.C.
The price is ￥12,043
￥13,580 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Nags Head Oceanfront
A covered outdoor area with a concrete floor, a staircase, and potted plants.

11. 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, (1,003 reviews)
"The location was perfect, it wasn't far from the beaches and was even closer to the aquarium"
United States
Alissia
The price is ￥6,196
￥6,986 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Heart of Manteo Motor Lodge
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a balcony with a view.

12. Shutters on the Banks

Shutters on the Banks
3.5 star property
19.9 km from South Nags Head
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,002 reviews)
"Really great place to stay!"
United States
Kimberly
The price is ￥11,912
￥13,430 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Shutters on the Banks
A hotel room with a glass shower, a bed with a blue headboard, a desk with a computer, and a view of the ocean through large windows.

13. 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, (1,948 reviews)
"Satisfied with the stay."
United States
Sungyeon
The price is ￥9,692
￥10,927 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
John Yancey Oceanfront Inn
A beach view from a covered area with two blue chairs and a table, a no-smoking sign, and a gazebo in the background.

14. 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, (505 reviews)
"Great room view of the beach…also very pleasant stay!!!"
United States
William
The price is ￥11,256
￥12,691 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Blue Heron Motel
A sandy beach with footprints and sparse vegetation, leading to a calm sea under a clear sky.

15. Days Inn by Wyndham Kill Devil Hills Oceanfront - Wilbur

Days Inn by Wyndham Kill Devil Hills Oceanfront - Wilbur
3.5 star property
20.3 km from South Nags Head
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Leta
The price is ￥9,814
￥11,066 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Days Inn by Wyndham Kill Devil Hills Oceanfront - Wilbur
A room with two beds, a table, and a chair. The room has wooden paneling on the walls and a view of the ocean through the windows.

16. Sea Foam Motel

Sea Foam Motel
Whalebone, 7.7 km from South Nags Head
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (60 reviews)
"A great location"
United States
Frank
The price is ￥11,157
￥12,580 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Sea Foam Motel
A beachfront hotel with a balcony, beach chairs, and a dune in the background.

17. Outer Banks Motor Lodge

Outer Banks Motor Lodge
2.5 star property
18.5 km from South Nags Head
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (675 reviews)
"i loved everything!! friendly staff & nice pool"
United States
maria
The price is ￥14,339
￥16,166 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Outer Banks Motor Lodge
A wooden deck with two yellow Adirondack chairs facing a beach at sunset.

18. Comfort Inn On the Ocean

Comfort Inn On the Ocean
2.5 star property
18.4 km from South Nags Head
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place.to stay"
United States
April
The price is ￥12,552
￥14,151 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Comfort Inn On the Ocean
A four-poster bed with a floral bedspread, a wooden headboard, and a nightstand with a lamp.

19. Scarborough Inn

Scarborough Inn
3.0 star property
10.4 km from South Nags Head
7.8 out of 10, Good, (405 reviews)
"Best place to stay in Manteo! Dill is great! Wouldn't stay anywhere else!"
United States
Leigh Ann
The price is ￥8,000
￥9,020 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Scarborough Inn
A wooden deck with a blue chair and table, a railing, and a view of the beach and dunes.

20. 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, (370 reviews)
"beautiful, old nagshead, dated, but well maintained, needs some upgrades, but what doesn't. right on the beach, quiet, nice pool, ,not far from austins seafood market(best in nagshead)good rates, will definitly stay here again."
United States
GREG
The price is ￥13,460
￥15,176 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
SandSpur Ocean Cottages
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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, Nags Head Beach and Full Throttle Speedway 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
"Great location and nice tv."
Chad 7-night trip
Posted 11 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. Be sure to check out Bodie Island Lighthouse and Oregon Inlet Fishing Center as part of your South Nags Head travel plans.
What's a favorite hotel to stay in South Nags Head?
Based on our traveler data, Comfort Inn South Oceanfront is one of the top choices for your stay in South Nags Head. This hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. Another good option for your stay in the area is Dolphin Oceanfront Motel.
How many hotels are there in the South Nags Head area?
Expedia has 509 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?
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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. Bodie Island Lighthouse and Oregon Inlet Fishing Center 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 Pirate's Cove Marina and Outlets Nags Head while you're sightseeing around the area.

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