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Comfort Inn South Oceanfront

Comfort Inn South Oceanfront
2.5 star property
South Nags Head
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,008 reviews)
"Great location, loved the hotel!"
United States
Audrey
The price is ฿5,849
฿6,595 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Comfort Inn South Oceanfront
On the beach, surfing, fishing

Dolphin Oceanfront Motel

Dolphin Oceanfront Motel
2.0 star property
South Nags Head
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (637 reviews)
"Very clean rooms with perfect location to beach, restaurants and activities. Extreamly friendly and welcoming staff"
United States
Reagan
Dolphin Oceanfront Motel
Beach nearby, white sand, beach towels, beach massages

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
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (192 reviews)
"The room was clean the staff was friendly It wasn’t as close to the beach as advertised"
United States
Reginia
The price is ฿4,987
฿7,132 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Ocean Sands Beach Boutique Inn - Stay At the Beach
On the beach

Colonial Inn Motel

Colonial Inn Motel
2.0 star property
15.1 km from South Nags Head
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,009 reviews)
"We enjoy the colonial inn, it’s a great location and perfect for the 4th of July."
United States
Eli
The price is ฿4,263
฿4,806 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Colonial Inn Motel
Property entrance

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, (505 reviews)
"The Breakfast alone is worth the stay!!!"
United States
Maurice
The price is ฿4,548
฿5,129 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
The First Colony Inn
Single Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Tar Heel Motel

Tar Heel Motel
2.5 star property
Whalebone, 8 km from South Nags Head
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (390 reviews)
"The room was clean and a/c worked wonderfully! Easy access with keypad. Great location."
United States
lisa renee
The price is ฿3,955
฿4,460 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jul - 17 Jul
Tar Heel Motel
Exterior

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, (894 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Debra
The price is ฿6,008
฿6,774 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Mia's Boutique Hotel
Outdoor spa tub

Pamlico Station Edgecamp

Pamlico Station Edgecamp
2.0 star property
30.4 km from South Nags Head
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (44 reviews)
"Great spot, relaxing space, nice amenities and easy walk to quiet beach "
United States
Elizabeth
The price is ฿6,649
฿8,331 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
Pamlico Station Edgecamp
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Free WiFi

Scarborough Inn

Scarborough Inn
3.0 star property
10.4 km from South Nags Head
7.8 out of 10, Good, (373 reviews)
"Pleasantly surprised by how nice the property was maintained. The room was clean, comfortable and quiet. The bed was a tad high, but I was able to get on it and it was comfortable. We were able to walk across the street for dinner and shopping. We will definitely return."
United States
Lynn
The price is ฿3,271
฿3,688 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Scarborough Inn
Property grounds

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, (340 reviews)
"We had a lovely stay. We stayed in the suite, so we were able to bring our pups too. The owners were so helpful in finding things to do, places to eat, and just telling us a little history of the area. Their breakfast was amazing too, with eggs straight from the chickens they raise! Overall, we had a wonderful time."
United States
Anya
The price is ฿5,340
฿6,021 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Island House of Wanchese
Property entrance

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, (1,008 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay that we ended staying again! Rooms are clean staff is very friendly. Will be coming back."
United States
Celine
The price is ฿2,610
฿2,943 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Heart of Manteo Motor Lodge
Lobby

Nags Head Beach Inn by KEES Vacations

Nags Head Beach Inn by KEES Vacations
2.0 star property
16.6 km from South Nags Head
7.4 out of 10, Good, (187 reviews)
"So comfortable, quiet, and clean. Bed was super comfy. Easy access, easy parking and a super short walk to the beach. Would definitely stay again!"
United States
Scott
The price is ฿2,923
฿3,930 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Nags Head Beach Inn by KEES Vacations
Property grounds

Cypress Moon Inn

Cypress Moon Inn
3.0 star property
30.8 km from South Nags Head
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (150 reviews)
"Greg was easy to speak with and willing to work with me on arrival times."
United States
Ronda
The price is ฿7,844
฿8,844 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Cypress Moon Inn
Reception

Spark By Hilton Outer Banks Kill Devil Hills

Spark By Hilton Outer Banks Kill Devil Hills
3.0 star property
20.5 km from South Nags Head
The price is ฿5,946
฿6,704 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Spark By Hilton Outer Banks Kill Devil Hills
Exterior

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, (1,009 reviews)
"Very good stay. Will stay sgain"
United States
Cylie
The price is ฿4,736
฿5,340 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Mariner Inn and Suites
Elite Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Oceanfront | Balcony

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, (439 reviews)
"Stay was great,, clean room, nice location."
United States
Barbara
The price is ฿7,290
฿8,220 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
Blue Heron Motel
On the beach

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, (1,008 reviews)
"Room was clean and decently sized. Staff was super friendly and helpful. Oceanview room was amazing. Breakfast was decent."
United States
Jim
The price is ฿8,211
฿9,258 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG
Beach/ocean view

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, (1,009 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
Joseph
The price is ฿3,975
฿4,516 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
Seahorse Inn and Cottages
Balcony

Sea Ranch Resort

Sea Ranch Resort
3.0 star property
22.6 km from South Nags Head
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"Nice stay nothing fancy ! Staff was very friendly!! Would stay again!"
United States
Jessica
The price is ฿6,598
฿7,439 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Sea Ranch Resort
Property grounds

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, (615 reviews)
"Positive: location and price Negative: balcony had garbage, tv didn’t work the first night. No staff on premises"
United States
Hector
The price is ฿4,776
฿6,100 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Fin 'n Feather Waterside Inn By Kees Vacations
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Where to stay in South Nags Head

Find the best South Nags Head areas 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

If you're spending some time in Whalebone, Cape Hatteras National Seashore and Outlets Nags Head are top sights worth seeing.

Top South Nags Head Hotel Reviews

Comfort Inn South Oceanfront

Comfort Inn South Oceanfront

8/10 Good
"The best part of this hotel was the location,balcony & oceanfront view. Property is older , moldy spots on chairs in the balcony,door sticky..not very inviting..but had an excellent ocean view from inside the room. Staff were great,very courteous,helpful,efficient.breakfast was good & clean. Was convenient to drive to cape hatteras national Sea shore."
Vijayalaxmi 3-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Comfort Inn South Oceanfront
Dolphin Oceanfront Motel

Dolphin Oceanfront Motel

10/10 Excellent
"basic hotel with direct access to the beach from the rear of the property, room was clean and quiet, perfect spot"
John 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Dolphin Oceanfront Motel

Frequently asked questions

What is South Nags Head like?
Travellers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Nags Head's South Nags Head neighbourhood. 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 neighbourhood.
What's a favourite hotel to stay in South Nags Head?
Based on our traveller data, Comfort Inn South Oceanfront is one of the top choices for your stay in South Nags Head. This hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. Another good option for your stay in the area is Dolphin Oceanfront Motel.
How many hotels will I be able to find in the South Nags Head area?
Expedia has 508 hotels and other accommodation options 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, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer 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 neighbourhood. 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.