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A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with a blue mat on the sand.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, patterned armchairs, a wooden coffee table, and a kitchen in the background.
A hotel room with a large bathtub, a bed with white linens, a desk with a lamp, and a chair with a nautical pattern.
A balcony with a view of the ocean, a white railing, and two wooden chairs.

1. Surf Side Hotel

Surf Side Hotel
Ocean Side Court, 1.6 km from Tale of the Whale
United States
Sofia
P8,690
P9,798 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Surf Side Hotel
A multi-story beachfront building with balconies, a sandy beach in front, and a clear sky.
A corridor with white brick walls and a concrete floor leading to a beach view.
A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a view, and a balcony.
A beach with a wooden pier extending into the sea, a large house with a balcony, and a sandy path leading to the beach.

2. Mia's Boutique Hotel

Mia's Boutique Hotel
Whalebone, 0.7 km from Tale of the Whale
United States
Lan Hee
P4,747
P5,353 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Mia's Boutique Hotel
A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a painting on the wall.
A covered outdoor area with a bench and a row of windows.
A bathroom with a wooden vanity, a mounted television, and a decorative fish sculpture.
A fenced outdoor area with a grassy lawn, trees, and a wooden post with a rope.

3. Tar Heel Motel

Tar Heel Motel
Whalebone, 0.9 km from Tale of the Whale
United States
Deborah
P4,815
P5,429 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Tar Heel Motel
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.
A room with a bed, a small table, and chairs, a lamp, and a view of the beach.
A room with two beds, a small kitchenette, a dining table with chairs, and wooden walls.
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a view of the ocean.

4. Sea Foam Motel

Sea Foam Motel
Whalebone, 0.7 km from Tale of the Whale
United States
Ryan
P4,169
P4,701 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Sea Foam Motel
A beach view from a covered area with two blue chairs and a table, a no-smoking sign, and a gazebo in the background.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a window with a view of the beach, and a painting on the wall.
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, wooden walls, and multiple signs including pool rules.
A two-story building with a flat roof, multiple balconies, and a central entrance.

5. Blue Heron Motel

Blue Heron Motel
Ocean Side Court, 1.3 km from Tale of the Whale
United States
William
P5,433
P6,126 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Blue Heron Motel
A covered porch with rows of chairs, a view of the beach, and buildings in the background.
A kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel sinks, a black refrigerator, wooden cabinets, and a window with a view.
A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables, a wall-mounted ship's wheel, and a framed picture above the bed.
A two-story Seahorse Inn & Cottages with multiple rooms and a visible outdoor seating area.

6. Seahorse Inn and Cottages

Seahorse Inn and Cottages
Whalebone, 0.4 km from Tale of the Whale
United States
Daniel
P4,023
P4,599 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Seahorse Inn and Cottages
A wooden deck with tables and chairs, overlooking the ocean.
A pier extending into a beach with people walking and sitting.
A beachside resort with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a pool area.
A hotel bathroom with a bathtub, a shower, a vanity with a mirror, and a bed.

7. Comfort Inn South Oceanfront

Comfort Inn South Oceanfront
South Nags Head, 0.3 km from Tale of the Whale
United States
Ann
P6,855
P7,729 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Comfort Inn South Oceanfront
A waterfront property with a large blue house featuring a balcony and a staircase leading to the entrance.
A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a bedroom with a bed and curtains.
A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a bathroom, and a dining area.
A kitchen counter with a coffee maker, Kees Vacation sign, and a framed photo.

8. Fin 'n Feather Waterside Inn By Kees Vacations

Fin 'n Feather Waterside Inn By Kees Vacations
2 km from Tale of the Whale
United States
Elijah
P4,616
P6,544 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Fin 'n Feather Waterside Inn By Kees Vacations
A beachside building with a covered porch, a small staircase, and a sign indicating it is a lifeguard station.
A coastal residential area with houses, a beach, and a pier.
A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a seating area with a sofa and chairs.
A covered porch with blue walls, wicker furniture, and large windows.

9. Oceanside Court by Kees Vacations

Oceanside Court by Kees Vacations
Ocean Side Court, 1.8 km from Tale of the Whale
United States
Wayne
P5,573
P7,660 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Oceanside Court by Kees Vacations
A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a view of the cityscape.
A storage area with shelves containing various beverages and bottles.
A multi-story hotel with a symmetrical facade, large windows, and a covered entrance.
A modern outdoor seating area with a fire pit, lounge chairs, and a dining table.

10. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Nags Head

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Nags Head
Ocean Side Court, 1.9 km from Tale of the Whale
United States
Chris
P8,384
P9,453 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Nags Head
A wooden building labeled 'The Tranquil House Inn' with a sign above the entrance.
A bedroom with a bed, a TV, a window with blinds, and a wooden headboard.
A restaurant with wooden paneled walls, large windows, and modern lighting fixtures.
A multi-story building with a rooftop deck, a marina with boats, and a forested shoreline.

11. Tranquil House Inn

Tranquil House Inn
6.3 km from Tale of the Whale
United States
David
P15,196
P17,133 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Tranquil House Inn
A beachfront hotel with a balcony, beach chairs, and a dune in the background.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a bedside table, a window with a view of the ocean, and a painting on the wall.
A compact hotel room with a bed, a dining table with chairs, a kitchenette, and a sofa.
A beachfront hotel with multiple floors and balconies, featuring a series of windows and doors.

12. Outer Banks Motor Lodge

Outer Banks Motor Lodge
11.4 km from Tale of the Whale
United States
Kaylin
P6,192
P6,982 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Outer Banks Motor Lodge
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a balcony with a view.
A hotel with a parking lot, a green-roofed building, and a view of the ocean.
A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden nightstand, a chair, a window with blinds, and a view of the outside.
A beach path leading to the ocean with a sunset in the background.

13. Shutters on the Banks

Shutters on the Banks
12.9 km from Tale of the Whale
United States
Gloria
P4,899
P5,524 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Shutters on the Banks
A wooden staircase leading to a beach with a sunset in the background.
A reception area with two reception desks, a large window, and a plant.
A wooden deck with benches overlooking the ocean at sunset.
A Holiday Inn Express sign with a large 'H' logo, a building with multiple floors, and an American flag.

14. Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG
4.6 km from Tale of the Whale
United States
David
P7,381
P8,322 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG
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.
A wooden boardwalk leading to beach huts with a clear view of the ocean.
A beachfront hotel with multiple balconies, a sandy beach in the foreground, and clear blue skies.
A wooden deck with a railing overlooking the ocean.

15. John Yancey Oceanfront Inn

John Yancey Oceanfront Inn
10.9 km from Tale of the Whale
United States
Victoria
P7,156
P8,069 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
John Yancey Oceanfront Inn
A conservatory with a wooden frame and glass panels, surrounded by various plants and flowers.
A two-story house with a sloped roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a well-maintained lawn.
A dining room with a wooden table, chairs, a chandelier, and a patterned rug.
A garden with a winding blue ribbon sculpture, a pathway, and a welcome sign.

16. Island House of Wanchese

Island House of Wanchese
7.5 km from Tale of the Whale
United States
Brian
P8,440
P9,516 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Island House of Wanchese
A beach view with a wooden deck, beach chairs, and a building with a stone facade.
A bedroom with a bed, nightstand, and a view of the beach through the window.
A living room with a brown leather sofa, a glass coffee table with a plant, and a wooden chair.
A spacious living room with two sofas, a glass coffee table, and a patterned rug. A kitchen with white cabinets and a microwave is visible in the background.

17. 1817 Oceanfront Bed & Breakfast

1817 Oceanfront Bed & Breakfast
15.7 km from Tale of the Whale
United States
Karime
P9,054
P10,209 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
1817 Oceanfront Bed & Breakfast
A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with a sunset in the background.
An aerial view of a coastal residential area with houses, a swimming pool, and a beach.
A modern interior with a wooden staircase, a hanging light fixture, and a seating area with two chairs.
A spacious living area with a fireplace, seating, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

18. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Outer Banks Kill Devil Hills

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Outer Banks Kill Devil Hills
10.8 km from Tale of the Whale
United States
David
P7,756
P8,745 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Outer Banks Kill Devil Hills
A sandy beach with footprints and sparse vegetation, leading to a calm sea under a clear sky.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a large window with a view of the outdoors.
A compact living space with a kitchenette, a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a small side table with a lamp.
A covered porch with wooden chairs and a view of the beach.

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

Days Inn by Wyndham Kill Devil Hills Oceanfront - Wilbur
13.3 km from Tale of the Whale
United States
Karthik
P5,009
P5,648 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Days Inn by Wyndham Kill Devil Hills Oceanfront - Wilbur
A hotel room with two beds, a window with blinds, a door with a lock, and a wall-mounted decorative piece.
A living room with a sofa, ottomans, a kitchen area with cabinets, a dining table, and chairs.
A compact kitchen with a wooden table, white chairs, dark cabinets, a microwave, a coffee maker, and an air conditioner.
A compact kitchen with a dishwasher, microwave, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

20. See Sea Motel

See Sea Motel
11.8 km from Tale of the Whale
United States
Joshua
P4,815
P5,429 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
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Top Tale of the Whale Hotel Reviews

Mia's Boutique Hotel

Mia's Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"This place is a gem. It's quiet, the staff is friendly, and anything you could need is nearby. You're only a few steps from the ocean, and the property has been thoughtfully renovated."
Teresa 4-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Mia's Boutique Hotel
Surf Side Hotel

Surf Side Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Everything was wonderful. Great staff, breakfast, and location."
Wendy 3-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Surf Side Hotel
Blue Heron Motel

Blue Heron Motel

10/10 Excellent
"Great room view of the beach…also very pleasant stay!!!"
William 4-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Blue Heron Motel
Sea Foam Motel

Sea Foam Motel

8/10 Good
"THE ROOM WAS CLEAN AND THE CHECK IN WAS EASY WE TRAILER OUR BIKES AND THE EXTRA SPACE WAS NICE TO PARK OUR TRAILER EVEN ON A HOLIDYA WEEK"
CHRISTINE 4-night trip
Posted 19 hours ago
Sea Foam Motel
Seahorse Inn and Cottages

Seahorse Inn and Cottages

8/10 Good
"The hotel was nice , the staff was helpful on"
Deborah 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Seahorse Inn and Cottages
The First Colony Inn

The First Colony Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Love it."
Steve 1-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
The First Colony Inn

Other attractions near Tale of the Whale

A pier extending into the ocean at sunset with wind turbines in the background.
Photo by Lisa

Nags Head Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at beach near Old Nags Head Cove during your trip to Nags Head?
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A pier with a building on stilts, a fish logo, and a sign reading "Jennette's Pier".

Jennette's Pier

9.2/10 (760 reviews)
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.
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A road sign for the IANGER OUTLET CENTER and a sign for the FACTORY MERCHANTS OUTLETS.

Outlets Nags Head

8.4/10 (132 reviews)
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Outlets Nags Head during your stay in Nags Head. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
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A waterfall cascading into a pool, surrounded by rocks and greenery.

Mutiny Bay Adventure Golf

8.8/10 (30 reviews)
You can take time to visit Mutiny Bay Adventure Golf during your travels to Nags Head. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
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Whalebone Junction

You can learn about the history of Nags Head with a trip to Whalebone Junction.
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Whalebone Junction Information Center

After visiting Whalebone Junction Information Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nags Head.
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Miller's Waterfront Restaurant

Miller's Waterfront Restaurant is just one of the places to see in Nags Head, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?
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First Flight Adventure Park

You can take time to visit First Flight Adventure Park during your travels to Nags Head.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Tale of the Whale?
Tale of the Whale is located in Nags Head. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 259 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Tale of the Whale?
Adjacent to Tale of the Whale, Dolphin Oceanfront Motel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free parking and private porches. Other good choices within a short distance include Mia's Boutique Hotel and Seahorse Inn and Cottages.
How many hotels can I expect to find close to Tale of the Whale?
Expedia has 259 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Tale of the Whale.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Tale of the Whale, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals near Tale of the Whale.
What can I see and do near Tale of the Whale?
Mutiny Bay Adventure Golf, Full Throttle Speedway, and Dare County Arts Council are fun stops for the whole family while you're in town. Explore nature at Festival Park and Tracks in the Sand. A trip to Outlets Nags Head and Outer Banks Mall might be just the ticket for souvenir shopping.