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Our top choices for South Nags Head hotels

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, (1,004 reviews)
"Nice for our family and our budget! Staff was friendly and we would definitely come back"
United States
Ashley
The price is 2.631.417 ₫
2.966.922 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
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, (710 reviews)
"Love staying here"
United States
April
The price is 2.899.762 ₫
3.269.482 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
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, (1,092 reviews)
"only stayed here for 1 night, but it was perfect!"
United States
Gabrielle
The price is 1.975.514 ₫
2.227.392 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
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, (544 reviews)
"Loved the look of the grounds. The proximity to the beach is fabulous!!"
United States
KIMBERLY
The price is 2.158.359 ₫
2.433.651 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
The First Colony Inn
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.

5. Sea Foam Motel

Sea Foam Motel
Whalebone, 7.7 km from South Nags Head
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (57 reviews)
"A great location"
United States
Frank
The price is 1.844.167 ₫
2.079.298 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Sea Foam Motel
A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with a blue mat on the sand.

6. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Amazing stay!"
United States
Sofia
The price is 3.096.380 ₫
3.491.103 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Surf Side Hotel
A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a painting on the wall.

7. Tar Heel Motel

Tar Heel Motel
2.5 star property
Whalebone, 8 km from South Nags Head
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (432 reviews)
"Very nice stay."
United States
Deborah
The price is 2.003.675 ₫
2.259.142 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Tar Heel Motel
A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with a sunset in the background.

8. 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, (1,004 reviews)
"Rooms are Clean and Staff was Wonderful."
United States
David
The price is 3.226.480 ₫
3.637.857 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Outer Banks Kill Devil Hills
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a balcony with a view.

9. 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, (2,000 reviews)
"Really great place to stay!"
United States
Kimberly
The price is 2.508.068 ₫
2.827.846 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Shutters on the Banks
A wooden deck with a view of the beach.

10. 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, (1,130 reviews)
"Excellent staff, comfortable rooms."
United States
Mason
The price is 2.185.680 ₫
2.464.354 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Mariner Inn and Suites
A wooden staircase leading to a beach with a sunset in the background.

11. 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, (1,011 reviews)
"clean room, good breakfast, excellent location on the beach and close to amenitites"
United States
Kevin
The price is 2.836.180 ₫
3.197.793 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG
A covered outdoor area with a concrete floor, a staircase, and potted plants.

12. 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, (1,011 reviews)
"The location was perfect, it wasn't far from the beaches and was even closer to the aquarium"
United States
Alissia
The price is 1.261.988 ₫
1.422.892 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Heart of Manteo Motor Lodge
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.

13. 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, (1,943 reviews)
"Staff is always very welcoming, room looked updated and breakfasts were great!"
United States
Victoria
The price is 1.844.167 ₫
2.079.299 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
John Yancey Oceanfront Inn
A covered porch with rows of chairs, a view of the beach, and buildings in the background.

14. 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, (1,007 reviews)
"Clean rooms, friendly staff, convenient location."
United States
Nelli
The price is 1.519.828 ₫
1.739.625 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Seahorse Inn and Cottages
A wooden deck with a blue chair and table, a railing, and a view of the beach and dunes.

15. 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, (369 reviews)
"beautiful, old nagshead, dated, but well maintained, needs some upgrades, but what doesn't. right on the beach, quiet, nice pool, ,not far from austins seafood market(best in nagshead)good rates, will definitly stay here again."
United States
GREG
The price is 2.224.710 ₫
2.508.328 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
SandSpur Ocean Cottages
An outdoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, overlooking a beach with a wooden fence and a clear view of the ocean.

16. Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Nags Head Oceanfront

Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Nags Head Oceanfront
3.0 star property
18.3 km from South Nags Head
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,130 reviews)
"This place was perfect!!!"
United States
K.C.
The price is 2.081.600 ₫
2.347.004 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Nags Head Oceanfront
A balcony with white railings overlooking a beach with waves. There are two blue lounge chairs and a white chair.

17. Sea Ranch Resort

Sea Ranch Resort
3.0 star property
22.6 km from South Nags Head
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great view, location, restaurant and beach."
United States
Michael
The price is 1.916.543 ₫
2.160.902 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Sea Ranch Resort
A person sitting on a beach towel with a camera and a basket.

18. 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, (285 reviews)
"the place was really cute and just a short walk away from the ocean"
United States
Fernanda
The price is 1.040.800 ₫
1.760.253 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Ocean Sands Beach Boutique Inn - Stay At the Beach
A sandy beach with footprints and sparse vegetation, leading to a calm sea under a clear sky.

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

Days Inn by Wyndham Kill Devil Hills Oceanfront - Wilbur
3.5 star property
20.3 km from South Nags Head
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,008 reviews)
"Location is very good, very close to the beach. A good place to stay especially with kids."
United States
Catherine Carla
The price is 1.967.112 ₫
2.217.919 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Days Inn by Wyndham Kill Devil Hills Oceanfront - Wilbur
A waterfront property with a blue house featuring a balcony and a dock extending into the water.

20. 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, (631 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 1.850.022 ₫
2.643.313 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
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, Nags Head Beach and Full Throttle Speedway are top sights worth seeing.

A lighthouse on a pier at dusk.

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

Dolphin Oceanfront Motel

Dolphin Oceanfront Motel

8/10 Good
"The staff were very helpful in arranging a late arrival. The room was clean and comfortable overall. However, the shower curtain was missing from the bathroom, and parking became a little limited later at night."
Kiersten 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Dolphin Oceanfront Motel
Comfort Inn South Oceanfront

Comfort Inn South Oceanfront

10/10 Excellent
"Enjoyed our stay. Nice being right on the beach"
aaron 3-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Comfort Inn South Oceanfront

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. Make sure that you visit Bodie Island Lighthouse and Oregon Inlet Fishing Center as part of your South Nags Head travel plans.
How many hotels will I be able to find in the South Nags Head area?
Expedia has 510 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. Bodie Island Lighthouse and Oregon Inlet Fishing Center 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 Pirate's Cove Marina and Outlets Nags Head while you're sightseeing around the area.