Nags Head
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Visit Nags Head
Where to stay in Nags Head

South Nags Head
If you're spending some time in South Nags Head, Outer Banks Beaches and Bodie Island Lighthouse are top sights worth seeing.

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 Outlets Nags Head and Whalebone Junction.

Mia's Boutique Hotel
We didn’t mind our stay, but there are things that should be given some attention. The shower is very tight and toilet is in a very tight space. So Do away with the closet and expand The rooms are clean and staff was helpful when we needed anything. The beach view once you make it over the dune was ...
Reviewed on May 13, 2026

Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG
Perfectly located to visit anywhere in the OBX. The ocean view from the 4th floor was amazing. The room was clean, spacious and had plenty of everything. The housekeeping was superb and the front end staff were knowledgeable and friendly. Will definitely book again next year.
Reviewed on May 11, 2026

SandSpur Ocean Cottages
The Sand Spur was in the perfect location. The beach is very easy to access, and the pool was a nice addition. It was fairly quiet, and the staff were friendly. There is some age of the building showing through, but the overall stay was perfect for exploring the Outer Banks.
Reviewed on May 12, 2026

A Place at the Beach
I did not enjoy a place that was not cleaned appliances was dirty. Microwave was dirty rusted out stove was dirty and had rust on it. Refrigerator had rust on it. No part of the apartment was clean to the degree that it should’ve been. It has not been vacuumed. The sheets were dirty. it was not the ...
Reviewed on May 9, 2026

stayAPT Suites Charlotte North
It was the best stay I had in Charlotte. When I go back to Charlotte I will be back there. My home away from home. Very clean,very roomy. I love the staff very friendly an helpful. Kitchen was nice an parking was good.
Reviewed on May 5, 2026

Kasa FreeMoreWest Charlotte
We used to live in Charlotte and were here visiting our family. The area was great, lots of good restaurants around. Safe, quiet and clean apartment. Much more space than a hotel room, especially loved the patio. Would definitely rebook. Only minor suggestion would be a better mattress, my husband ...
Reviewed on May 12, 2026
Popular places to visit

Jennette's Pier
Fish for striped bass, flounder and bluefish or simply admire the oceanfront surroundings from this eco-friendly pier in North Carolina’s beautiful Nags Head.

Jockey's Ridge State Park
Admire the tallest sand dunes on the Atlantic coast, explore the maritime forest and see the shallow Roanoke Sound body of water in this unique state park.

Nags Head Fishing Pier
After visiting Nags Head Fishing Pier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nags Head. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or seek out the fishing spots.

Oregon Inlet Fishing Center
With a large range of boat choices, one of the eastern seaboard’s largest charter boat fishing fleets has options for all fishing enthusiasts, and non-fishermen too.

Bodie Island Lighthouse
Climb the iconic lighthouse just south of Nags Head and experience spectacular natural views of Bodie Island, the Atlantic Ocean and the surrounding areas.

beach near Old Nags Head Cove
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at beach near Old Nags Head Cove during your trip to South Nags Head?
Things to do

OBX Ghost Tours: Lighthouse Wraiths & Dune Shadows



