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Our top choices for Tale of the Whale hotels

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Ocean Front Corner King | View from room

1. Surf Side Hotel

Ocean Side Court, 1.6 km from Tale of the Whale

Sofia

฿5,137

฿5,792 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

Seasonal outdoor pool, open 8 AM to 8 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

2. The First Colony Inn

Ocean Side Court, 1.5 km from Tale of the Whale

Timothy

฿3,221

฿3,631 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

COURTYARD room, 2 Full XL Beds, Across the street from the Beach | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, laptop workspace

OCEAN FRONT 2 Queen Beds, Full Kitchen, Private Balcony with Ocean views | Terrace/patio

OCEAN FRONT 2 Queen Beds, Full Kitchen, Private Balcony with Ocean views | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, laptop workspace

3. Mia's Boutique Hotel

Whalebone, 0.7 km from Tale of the Whale

Sheila West

฿5,369

฿6,054 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

4. SandSpur Ocean Cottages

Ocean Side Court, 1.6 km from Tale of the Whale

Madeleine

฿3,251

฿3,666 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

Single Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, free WiFi, individually decorated, bed sheets

Single Room, 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, free WiFi, individually decorated, bed sheets

5. Tar Heel Motel

Whalebone, 0.9 km from Tale of the Whale

Deborah

฿3,024

฿3,409 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

Elite Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Oceanfront | Balcony

Elite Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Oceanfront | Free WiFi, bed sheets

6. Blue Heron Motel

Ocean Side Court, 1.3 km from Tale of the Whale

Tommy

฿2,880

฿3,247 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

Signature Cottage, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, oven

Premium Cottage, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

7. Seahorse Inn and Cottages

Whalebone, 0.4 km from Tale of the Whale

Tre

฿2,264

฿2,586 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

8. Comfort Inn South Oceanfront

South Nags Head, 0.3 km from Tale of the Whale

Audrey

฿3,981

฿4,488 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | In-room dining

9. Fin 'n Feather Waterside Inn By Kees Vacations

2 km from Tale of the Whale

Patricia

฿3,251

฿4,376 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

10. Oceanside Court by Kees Vacations

Ocean Side Court, 1.8 km from Tale of the Whale

"I was pleasantly surprised at how nice this room is. I booked it because it's right on the beach. It was so nice to walk up a set of stairs and be there. I didn't expect a stove or coffee pot in the rooms. But there was also charcoal for a community grill. We never really saw any staff, but all the info we needed was sent by email. The beds were small, but clean and comfortable. The numbered parking stalls were nice, too. I would highly recommend this place for an economical room on the...

Melanie

฿3,460

฿4,630 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

Room 14 - Surf's Up | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room 8 - (3) Doubles and a kitchenette | Private kitchen

11. Island Guesthouse and Motel

7 km from Tale of the Whale

Judy

฿2,554

฿2,879 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

Deluxe Single Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

12. Tranquil House Inn

6.3 km from Tale of the Whale

Coleen

฿7,382

฿8,323 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Aug - 18 Aug

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette, Ocean View (Second Floor) | Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, Multiple Bedrooms, Kitchenette, Partial Ocean View (First Floor) | Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

13. Outer Banks Motor Lodge

11.4 km from Tale of the Whale

Mallory

฿4,607

฿5,194 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

14. Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG

4.6 km from Tale of the Whale

Edward

฿4,761

฿5,368 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

15. Island House of Wanchese

7.5 km from Tale of the Whale

Brian

฿4,773

฿5,381 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

Ocean View with 2 Queen Beds and Private Balcony in the Tower | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

16. Shutters on the Banks

12.9 km from Tale of the Whale

Ryan

฿4,268

฿4,813 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

Deluxe Apartment, Pets allowed, Beach View | Living area

Deluxe Suite, Non Smoking, Pets allowed | Iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi

17. 1817 Oceanfront Bed & Breakfast

15.7 km from Tale of the Whale

Camryn

฿8,022

฿9,044 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

18. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Outer Banks Kill Devil Hills

10.8 km from Tale of the Whale

Christine

฿5,773

฿6,509 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

Double or Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom | Free WiFi

32-inch Smart TV with digital channels, Hulu, streaming services

19. Beach Road Bed and Breakfast

16.3 km from Tale of the Whale

Prabhu

฿5,778

฿8,009 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking (Second Floor, Dune View) | In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Seasonal outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool loungers

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

13.3 km from Tale of the Whale

Samantha

฿5,041

฿5,684 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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Compare popular hotels close to Tale of the Whale

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Surf Side Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 1,005 reviews	View
The First Colony Inn	9.4 Exceptional 521 reviews	View
Mia's Boutique Hotel	9.0 Wonderful 996 reviews	View
SandSpur Ocean Cottages	9.2 Wonderful 348 reviews	View
Tar Heel Motel	8.6 Excellent 413 reviews	View

Top Tale of the Whale Hotel Reviews

Surf Side Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel is clean, close to the beach, and quiet for the size. During my stay despite having a large capacity of people staying there, I hardly heard anyone at night which made sleeping a dream."

Mia's Boutique Hotel

8/10 Good

"Quiet"

SandSpur Ocean Cottages

8/10 Good

"The room was very clean. The lighting in the kitchen could have been brighter. Great place that is beachfront. Has a nice pool. We will definitely go back!"

Dolphin Oceanfront Motel

10/10 Excellent

"So glad I found this place! Very convenient location, walkable to the market and you are on the beach. Theres a pool you can use during daytime hours. Everything you need is in the room. My suggestion is to pack some breakfast as there is no place walking distance to grab breakfast, other than 711. Would 100% recommend staying here!"

Comfort Inn South Oceanfront

10/10 Excellent

"Everything good but only breakfast not good"

The First Colony Inn

10/10 Excellent

"First Colony Inn was the perfect spot for our long weekend. The location is perfect for access to the beach, restaurants, and the town of Manteo. Our room was suitable for our stay - no fancy frills, but clean and comfortable. We enjoyed sitting on the porches in the evenings!"

Sea Foam Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean. Love the nostalgia of this hotel."

Other attractions near Tale of the Whale

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

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?

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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 do some window-shopping at Outlets Nags Head during your stay in Nags Head. Wander through 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 through 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 visit 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, take a look at the 258 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place 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 traveller data, and this hotel offers free parking and private porches. Other good choices close by include Mia's Boutique Hotel and Seahorse Inn and Cottages.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Tale of the Whale?

Expedia has 258 hotels and other accommodation options 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, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer 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. Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Festival Park, Tracks in the Sand and North Pond Trail. A trip to Outlets Nags Head and Outer Banks Mall might be just the ticket for souvenir shopping.

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Our top choices for Tale of the Whale hotels

1. Surf Side Hotel

2. The First Colony Inn

3. Mia's Boutique Hotel

4. SandSpur Ocean Cottages

5. Tar Heel Motel

6. Blue Heron Motel

7. Seahorse Inn and Cottages

8. Comfort Inn South Oceanfront

9. Fin 'n Feather Waterside Inn By Kees Vacations

10. Oceanside Court by Kees Vacations

11. Island Guesthouse and Motel

12. Tranquil House Inn

13. Outer Banks Motor Lodge

14. Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG

15. Island House of Wanchese

16. Shutters on the Banks

17. 1817 Oceanfront Bed & Breakfast

18. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Outer Banks Kill Devil Hills

19. Beach Road Bed and Breakfast

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

Compare popular hotels close to Tale of the Whale

Top Tale of the Whale Hotel Reviews

Surf Side Hotel

Mia's Boutique Hotel

SandSpur Ocean Cottages

Dolphin Oceanfront Motel

Comfort Inn South Oceanfront

The First Colony Inn

Sea Foam Motel

Other attractions near Tale of the Whale

beach near Old Nags Head Cove

Jennette's Pier

Outlets Nags Head

Mutiny Bay Adventure Golf

Whalebone Junction

Whalebone Junction Information Center

Miller's Waterfront Restaurant

First Flight Adventure Park

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