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Colonial Inn Motel

2.0 star property
Find your coastal retreat where you can soak up sun-kissed days by the pool or enjoy casual meals under starry skies.

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Located near Outer Banks Beaches, Colonial Inn Motel offers a relaxed beach vibe with a terrace and swimming pool. Unwind by the seasonal outdoor pool or fire up the barbecue grills for an alfresco meal. With express check-in/check-out, free self parking, and coffee/tea in the lobby, this motel is perfect for guests who appreciate its beach locale and helpful staff.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Premium bedding, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Exclusive Double Room, Kitchen

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

7.2 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Oceanfront One King Bed Room | Premium bedding, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Oceanfront One King Bed Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 19 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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One Bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Apartment

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
  • 56 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 4 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Signature Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds

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Comfort Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed

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Elite Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Basic Room | Premium bedding, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Traditional Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premier Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
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About the area

Located in Nags Head, Colonial Inn Motel is in the historical district and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Jockey's Ridge State Park, while Wright Brothers National Memorial and The Lost Colony are cultural highlights. Don't miss out on a visit to North Carolina Aquarium at Roanoke Island. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
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Map
3329 S Virginia Dare Trl, Nags Head, NC, 27959

What's nearby

  • beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Dowdy Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Jockey's Ridge State Park - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Tracks in the Sand - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • OBX Laser Tag - 3 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.) - 110 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Biscuits N’ P*rn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Blue Moon Beach Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Poke Box - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Morning View Coffee Company - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Mulligan's Grille in Historic Cottage Row - ‬20 min walk

About this property

Colonial Inn Motel

Motel near Outer Banks Beaches
Located close to Nags Head Fishing Pier and Jockey's Ridge State Park, Colonial Inn Motel provides a terrace. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in and coffee/tea in reception
  • A 24-hour front desk and barbecues
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Colonial Inn Motel include perks, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Baths or showers, hairdryers and shampoo
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Full-sized fridge/freezers, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1947
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 10 December and 1 April.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 14 kg per pet)
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The seasonal pool will be open from May to November
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Colonial Inn Motel
Colonial Inn Motel Nags Head
Colonial Nags Head
Colonial Inn Motel Motel
Colonial Inn Motel Nags Head
Colonial Inn Motel Motel Nags Head

Frequently asked questions

Does Colonial Inn Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Is Colonial Inn Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, this motel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 14 kg per pet. There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Colonial Inn Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Colonial Inn Motel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Colonial Inn Motel?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Colonial Inn Motel located?

Located in Nags Head, this beachfront motel is in the historical district, just steps away from Outer Banks Beaches and Nags Head Fishing Pier. Jockey's Ridge State Park and Wright Brothers National Memorial are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Colonial Inn Motel Reviews

7.6

Good

7.6

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.4

Staff & service

6.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 318 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 318 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 197 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 97 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 70 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lois

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoy our stay would recomend
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great budget place to stay in Nags Head
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, nice employees
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Dorothy

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was just ok but beach access more than made up for the building flaws. I would definitely stay again. We only stayed one night so we didn't have time to explore the amenities other than the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Enjoyed the stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ashley

Liked: Staff & service
Check in was fast and easy. Everyone was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angie

Liked: Amenities
I loved the quaint feeling it’s a beautiful place to relax and enjoy the sunshine.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older buildings, but clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorelei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome location with parking
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Will stay again
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed here for 1 night. Cute small room, noisy air conditioner (window unit), cozy bed and pillows, nice tv, quiet atmosphere, Ice machine on premises, didn’t have any issues.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Nice place overall
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was close. Room was right on the beach. Attractions were all within a couple of miles. Will be coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location super friendly a little outdated
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Matthew

Liked: Amenities
My only problem is the virtual check-in is kind of rough, I found the office confusing. Other than that I am happy with this stay so far. I really hope the check out is not terribly difficult.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Flo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked everything - staff convenience cleanliness pool Great value for the money
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Adorable beach stay

Everything was great especially the service and friendly staff. Bathroom could be better but not any issues. We always enjoy staying here right on the beach and super affordable.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla

Great choice for staying right on the beach
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dirk

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, great price
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is aging. But it still provides good accommodations. Recommend it. Easy access to beach, friendly and helpful staff. Easy checking and check out. My coffee maker didn't work but that happens.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Alvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Everything was to my satisfaction..i had to change rooms half way and i was accommodating
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient access to the beach and fireworks on 4th of July.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for an over night stay while traveling across North Carolina. Great location for a quick walk to the beach and located near multiple restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025