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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, (1,000 reviews)
"Great beach access. Comfortable beds. Located close to restaurants and activities. We arrived on a Sunday at the end of the season so many places were closed. With that the traffic was non existent and no crowds to deal with. It’s a great central location in OBX."
United States
Ann
The price is P6,870
P7,746 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
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, (701 reviews)
"Love staying here"
United States
April
The price is P6,969
P7,857 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, (1,042 reviews)
"Location was wonderful and staff were incredibly helpful and friendly! Would definitely stay again!"
United States
Sheila West
The price is P4,748
P5,353 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
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, (536 reviews)
"It was the perfect spot for a relaxing couple’s weekend getaway."
United States
Timothy
The price is P5,197
P5,860 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
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, (1,006 reviews)
"It is a great place to stay"
United States
David
The price is P8,396
P9,466 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG
A covered porch with rows of chairs, a view of the beach, and buildings in the background.

6. 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, (1,003 reviews)
"Clean rooms, friendly staff, convenient location."
United States
Nelli
The price is P4,032
P4,609 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Seahorse Inn and Cottages
A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with a blue mat on the sand.

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, (1,002 reviews)
"Amazing stay!"
United States
Sofia
The price is P8,690
P9,798 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Surf Side Hotel
A covered outdoor area with a concrete floor, a staircase, and potted plants.

8. 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, (1,015 reviews)
"Perfect location and met our needs."
United States
Lisa
The price is P3,039
P3,427 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Heart of Manteo Motor Lodge
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, (423 reviews)
"Very nice stay."
United States
Deborah
The price is P4,815
P5,429 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Tar Heel Motel
A wooden building labeled 'The Tranquil House Inn' with a sign above the entrance.

10. 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 P16,468
P18,567 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Tranquil House Inn
A four-poster bed with a floral bedspread, a wooden headboard, and a nightstand with a lamp.

11. 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 P4,280
P4,826 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Scarborough Inn
A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a view of the cityscape.

12. 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 P10,275
P11,586 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Nags Head
A beach view from a covered area with two blue chairs and a table, a no-smoking sign, and a gazebo in the background.

13. 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, (485 reviews)
"The outside of the property was a little dated, but the room was very nice, very accommodating, and the view from our room, and the balcony was excellent."
United States
Monica
The price is P5,445
P6,139 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Blue Heron Motel
A wooden staircase leading to a sandy beach with a pier in the background.

14. Colonial Inn Motel

Colonial Inn Motel
2.0 star property
15.1 km from South Nags Head
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,002 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 P4,280
P4,826 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Colonial Inn Motel
A white porch with a bench, potted plants, and a view into a room with a bed and curtains.

15. 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 P16,356
P18,441 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
White Doe Inn
A person sitting on a beach towel with a camera and a basket, overlooking the ocean.

16. 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, (266 reviews)
"I enjoyed the stay"
United States
Matthew
The price is P1,922
P5,690 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Ocean Sands Beach Boutique Inn - Stay At the Beach
A wooden deck with a blue chair and table, a railing, and a view of the beach and dunes.

17. 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, (360 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay here, you can’t beat the beach access!! Room 19 was fairly well equipped and very clean and plenty of bath & hand towels/washcloths were provided. The pool was small but a nice touch, as were the outdoor showers. We will absolutely stay here again!"
United States
Courtney
The price is P5,357
P6,040 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
SandSpur Ocean Cottages
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.

18. Sea Foam Motel

Sea Foam Motel
Whalebone, 7.7 km from South Nags Head
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (49 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 P6,820
P7,689 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Sea Foam Motel
A waterfront property with a large blue house featuring a balcony and a staircase leading to the entrance.

19. 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, (629 reviews)
"No staff, drive up and punch in one of the beds was missing its blanket cover, and did see one bug, but the beds were okay no bugs in them. Overall it was ok nice view, self service. Went to spend The Weeknd with my friends for my bday had a great time, safe place to stay that didn’t break my pockets."
United States
Elijah
The price is P4,737
P6,683 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Fin 'n Feather Waterside Inn By Kees Vacations
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.

20. 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, (1,932 reviews)
"Staff is always very welcoming, room looked updated and breakfasts were great!"
United States
Victoria
The price is P7,247
P8,171 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
John Yancey Oceanfront Inn
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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
"Loved everything about it!"
Kelly 7-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Dolphin Oceanfront Motel
Comfort Inn South Oceanfront

Comfort Inn South Oceanfront

8/10 Good
"Great beach access. Comfortable beds. Located close to restaurants and activities. We arrived on a Sunday at the end of the season so many places were closed. With that the traffic was non existent and no crowds to deal with. It’s a great central location in OBX."
Ann 2-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Comfort Inn South Oceanfront

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 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.
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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