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1. Comfort Inn South Oceanfront

Comfort Inn South Oceanfront
2.5 star property
South Nags Head
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Good place to stay with great amenities and helpful staff! Location is pretty good too"
United States
William
The price is P11,271
P12,708 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 19 - Aug 20
Comfort Inn South Oceanfront
Exterior

2. 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, (929 reviews)
"Excellent stay"
United States
william cox
The price is P12,492
P14,085 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 23 - Jul 24
Mia's Boutique Hotel
Property entrance

3. 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, (509 reviews)
"The Breakfast alone is worth the stay!!!"
United States
Maurice
The price is P6,806
P7,674 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 23 - Jul 24
The First Colony Inn
On the beach

4. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"The stay was amazing. The room was great, the view was beautiful, the staff were very nice and helpful, the breakfast was delicious, and the pool was a great treat as well when the weather was not fun outside! Thank you for helping to make our stay amazing!!!"
United States
Brandi
The price is P13,757
P15,511 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 19 - Aug 20
Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG
Beach/ocean view

5. 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, (1,010 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
Joseph
The price is P6,352
P7,223 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 30 - Jul 31
Seahorse Inn and Cottages
Interior

6. 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, (1,918 reviews)
"Really enjoyed our weekend stay!"
United States
Joshua
John Yancey Oceanfront Inn
Exterior

7. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"The hotel was in an excellent location and was very clean. Will definitely stay again."
United States
Robert
The price is P15,114
P17,041 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Surf Side Hotel
In-room safe, WiFi (free), individually decorated, bed sheets

8. Tar Heel Motel

Tar Heel Motel
2.5 star property
Whalebone, 8 km from South Nags Head
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (397 reviews)
"Very nice stay."
United States
Deborah
The price is P7,184
P8,101 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 28 - Jul 29
Tar Heel Motel
Front of property

9. Tranquil House Inn

Tranquil House Inn
2.0 star property
11.2 km from South Nags Head
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (133 reviews)
"We had a very nice stay, the Inn is in a nice location, has a great restaurant and the rooms were very clean."
United Kingdom
Coleen
The price is P15,622
P17,613 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 30 - Jul 31
Tranquil House Inn
Property entrance

10. 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, (1,006 reviews)
"Good room at reasonable price"
United States
Darrell
The price is P4,825
P5,440 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 29 - Jul 30
Heart of Manteo Motor Lodge
Balcony

11. Blue Heron Motel

Blue Heron Motel
2.5 star property
Ocean Side Court, 8.4 km from South Nags Head
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (451 reviews)
"For an old hotel it was wonderful we loved the beautiful pool area"
United States
Tommy
The price is P12,184
P13,738 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 23 - Jul 24
Blue Heron Motel
WiFi (free)

12. Scarborough Inn

Scarborough Inn
3.0 star property
10.4 km from South Nags Head
7.8 out of 10, Good, (378 reviews)
"Very Clean!! Staff is always ready to help!!"
United States
Jason
The price is P5,436
P6,129 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 28 - Jul 29
Scarborough Inn
Property grounds

13. Fin 'n Feather Waterside Inn By Kees Vacations

Fin 'n Feather Waterside Inn By Kees Vacations
2.5 star property
7 km from South Nags Head
7.6 out of 10, Good, (621 reviews)
"Very nice, very clean, but walls are a little thin. Could here neighbor snoring all night!"
United States
Patricia
The price is P7,773
P10,086 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Fin 'n Feather Waterside Inn By Kees Vacations
Property grounds

14. Island House of Wanchese

Island House of Wanchese
3.5 star property
6.3 km from South Nags Head
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (341 reviews)
"This place was worth the stay. Really great people all the way around. Breakfast was great and snacks all day. Would definitely do this again."
United States
Brian
The price is P10,487
P11,825 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 12 - Aug 13
Island House of Wanchese
On the beach

15. Colonial Inn Motel

Colonial Inn Motel
2.0 star property
15.1 km from South Nags Head
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,008 reviews)
"We enjoy the colonial inn, it’s a great location and perfect for the 4th of July."
United States
Eli
The price is P6,039
P6,809 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Colonial Inn Motel
Beach nearby, beach bar

16. 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)
"Like the hotel and rooms. Staff was good too. Breakfast is not that good just 2 3 items. Overall good experience"
United States
Pooja
The price is P15,669
P17,667 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Outer Banks Kill Devil Hills
Terrace/patio

17. White Doe Inn

White Doe Inn
4.5 star property
11.3 km from South Nags Head
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (92 reviews)
"This is the perfect place to stay as you explore the Outer Banks."
United States
Stephen
The price is P18,303
P20,637 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
White Doe Inn
Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, WiFi (free)

18. 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, (1,904 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
priscilla
The price is P12,454
P14,042 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Shutters on the Banks
Beach/ocean view

19. 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, (644 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Robin
The price is P11,479
P12,942 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Outer Banks Motor Lodge
Meeting facility

20. 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, (480 reviews)
"The staff was friendly, location of the hotel's convenient to downtown"
United States
JOHN
The price is P6,292
P7,095 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 20 - Aug 21
Hotel Manteo, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
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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.

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

Comfort Inn South Oceanfront

Comfort Inn South Oceanfront

10/10 Excellent
"Stayed there for a short family vacation and it was perfect for us. The room was clean, staff was helpful, breakfast was small but we enjoyed it. The oceanfront room gave an amazing view. The hotel cat was very friendly and my kids loved that the hotel had a cat."
Eunice 3-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Comfort Inn South Oceanfront
Dolphin Oceanfront Motel

Dolphin Oceanfront Motel

8/10 Good
"We loved this old school motel. The only negative at all is that the shower was tiny. That’s it, otherwise, we loved everything about the place. Would absolutely stay here again."
Adam 4-night trip
Posted 4 days 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 510 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.
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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