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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
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,002 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 ￥17,554
￥19,793 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
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, (699 reviews)
"We had a great stay"
United States
Cynthia
The price is ￥16,060
￥18,109 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Dolphin Oceanfront Motel
A multi-story beachfront building with balconies, a sandy beach in front, and a clear sky.

3. 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, (1,030 reviews)
"Location was wonderful and staff were incredibly helpful and friendly! Would definitely stay again!"
United States
Sheila West
The price is ￥15,399
￥17,361 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Mia's Boutique Hotel
A hotel with a central entrance, multiple balconies, and a wooden deck leading to the entrance.

4. 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 ￥13,279
￥14,973 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
The First Colony Inn
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, (1,003 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay"
United States
Carol
The price is ￥19,531
￥22,019 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG
A covered outdoor area with a concrete floor, a staircase, and potted plants.

6. 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)
"Perfect location and met our needs."
United States
Lisa
The price is ￥7,067
￥7,968 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Heart of Manteo Motor Lodge

7. 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 ￥27,055
￥30,505 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Nags Head
A covered porch with rows of chairs, a view of the beach, and buildings in the background.

8. 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, (1,004 reviews)
"Clean rooms, friendly staff, convenient location."
United States
Nelli
The price is ￥9,375
￥10,730 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Seahorse Inn and Cottages
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, (420 reviews)
"Very nice stay."
United States
Deborah
The price is ￥12,330
￥13,902 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Tar Heel Motel
A wooden staircase leading to a sandy beach with a pier in the background.

10. 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 ￥11,144
￥12,566 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Colonial Inn Motel
A person sitting on a beach towel with a camera and a basket, overlooking the ocean.

11. Ocean Sands Beach Boutique Inn - Stay At the Beach

Ocean Sands Beach Boutique Inn - Stay At the Beach
3.0 star property
19.3 km from South Nags Head
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (262 reviews)
The price is ￥5,656
￥15,400 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Ocean Sands Beach Boutique Inn - Stay At the Beach
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.

12. 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, (1,937 reviews)
"Staff is always very welcoming, room looked updated and breakfasts were great!"
United States
Victoria
The price is ￥19,316
￥21,779 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
John Yancey Oceanfront Inn
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.

13. 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 ￥17,361
￥19,574 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Sea Foam Motel
A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with a blue mat on the sand.

14. 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, (1,006 reviews)
"Amazing stay!"
United States
Sofia
The price is ￥22,253
￥25,090 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Surf Side Hotel
A dining area with long tables set for multiple guests, featuring floral centerpieces and candle holders.

15. Hotel Manteo, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Hotel Manteo, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
3.5 star property
12.1 km from South Nags Head
7.8 out of 10, Good, (502 reviews)
"The hotel was clean the staff was pleasant professional easy to talk with I enjoyed my stay at hotel manio. I will stay there again."
United States
Demetrius
The price is ￥10,446
￥11,778 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Hotel Manteo, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
A four-poster bed with a floral bedspread, a wooden headboard, and a nightstand with a lamp.

16. 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 ￥10,936
￥12,331 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Scarborough Inn
A wooden building labeled 'The Tranquil House Inn' with a sign above the entrance.

17. Tranquil House Inn

Tranquil House Inn
2.0 star property
11.2 km from South Nags Head
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (152 reviews)
"If they serve more high quality breakfast service, it would be a perfect since dining location was great!"
United States
KENJI
The price is ￥34,942
￥39,397 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Tranquil House Inn
A wooden deck with a view of the beach.

18. Mariner Inn and Suites

Mariner Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
22.7 km from South Nags Head
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1,078 reviews)
"Great beach resort location! Breakfast every morning was great and the staff were very helpful and kind!"
United States
Kaitlyn
The price is ￥11,793
￥13,297 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Mariner Inn and Suites
A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with a sunset in the background.

19. 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, (1,003 reviews)
"Rooms are Clean and Staff was Wonderful."
United States
David
The price is ￥24,654
￥27,799 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Outer Banks Kill Devil Hills
A beach view from a covered area with two blue chairs and a table, a no-smoking sign, and a gazebo in the background.

20. 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, (480 reviews)
"For an old hotel it was wonderful we loved the beautiful pool area"
United States
Tommy
The price is ￥12,660
￥14,276 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Blue Heron Motel
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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
"Love staying here"
April 7-night trip
Posted 7 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 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?
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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. 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.

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