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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
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Nice for our family and our budget! Staff was friendly and we would definitely come back"
United States
Ashley
The price is S$112
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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, (716 reviews)
"Great location and nice tv."
United States
Chad
The price is S$161
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Dolphin Oceanfront Motel
A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with a blue mat on the sand.

3. 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, (1,006 reviews)
"Clean, great staff, quiet hotel. Great place to stay!"
United States
Katie
The price is S$151
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Surf Side Hotel
A wooden staircase leading to a beach with a sunset in the background.

4. 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, (1,006 reviews)
"Everything was good clean room, the staff was nice, the breakfast was great"
United States
Humberto
The price is S$126
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG
A covered porch with rows of chairs, a view of the beach, and buildings in the background.

5. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Quiet stay and nice staff."
United States
Shawn
The price is S$67
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Seahorse Inn and Cottages
A dining area with long tables set for multiple guests, featuring floral centerpieces and candle holders.

6. Hotel Manteo, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Hotel Manteo, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
3.5 star property
12.1 km from South Nags Head
7.8 out of 10, Good, (515 reviews)
"Clean room, great staff, and easy parking"
United States
Lexxie
The price is S$76
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Hotel Manteo, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
A hotel with a central entrance, multiple balconies, and a wooden deck leading to the entrance.

7. 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, (547 reviews)
"charming old inn just what we like not fancy full of charm close to the beach good lite breakfast"
United States
Clarence
The price is S$128
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
The First Colony Inn
A multi-story beachfront building with balconies, a sandy beach in front, and a clear sky.

8. 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, (1,117 reviews)
"We just slept there after a long travel day, but it was nice."
United States
James
The price is S$122
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Mia's Boutique Hotel
A covered outdoor area with a concrete floor, a staircase, and potted plants.

9. 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, (1,004 reviews)
"Clean rooms friendly staff"
United States
Francelle
The price is S$57
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Heart of Manteo Motor Lodge
An outdoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, overlooking a beach with a wooden fence and a clear view of the ocean.

10. 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, (1,135 reviews)
"This place was perfect!!!"
United States
K.C.
The price is S$109
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Nags Head Oceanfront
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.

11. 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, (1,949 reviews)
"Satisfied with the stay."
United States
Sungyeon
The price is S$85
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
John Yancey Oceanfront Inn
A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with a sunset in the background.

12. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Rooms are Clean and Staff was Wonderful."
United States
David
The price is S$150
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
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.

13. 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, (2,004 reviews)
"Really great place to stay!"
United States
Kimberly
The price is S$109
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Shutters on the Banks
A four-poster bed with a floral bedspread, a wooden headboard, and a nightstand with a lamp.

14. Scarborough Inn

Scarborough Inn
3.0 star property
10.4 km from South Nags Head
7.8 out of 10, Good, (405 reviews)
"Best place to stay in Manteo! Dill is great! Wouldn't stay anywhere else!"
United States
Leigh Ann
The price is S$73
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Scarborough Inn
A sandy beach with footprints and sparse vegetation, leading to a calm sea under a clear sky.

15. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Leta
The price is S$87
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Days Inn by Wyndham Kill Devil Hills Oceanfront - Wilbur
A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a painting on the wall.

16. Tar Heel Motel

Tar Heel Motel
2.5 star property
Whalebone, 8 km from South Nags Head
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (441 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Very nice rooms and very convenient to many attractions."
United States
Nicholas
The price is S$120
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Tar Heel 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.

17. Blue Heron Motel

Blue Heron Motel
2.5 star property
Ocean Side Court, 8.4 km from South Nags Head
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (505 reviews)
"Great room view of the beach…also very pleasant stay!!!"
United States
William
The price is S$103
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Blue Heron Motel
A tiki bar with outdoor seating and a palm tree.

18. Island Guesthouse and Motel

Island Guesthouse and Motel
2.5 star property
11.9 km from South Nags Head
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (402 reviews)
"This place is amazing! Definitely coming back to visit!"
United States
Shelby
The price is S$103
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Island Guesthouse and Motel
A waterfront property with a blue house featuring a balcony and a dock extending into the water.

19. 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 S$128
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Fin 'n Feather Waterside Inn By Kees Vacations
A wooden staircase leading to a sandy beach with a pier in the background.

20. Colonial Inn Motel

Colonial Inn Motel
2.0 star property
15.1 km from South Nags Head
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Perfect little spot"
United States
Erica
The price is S$86
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Colonial Inn Motel
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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.

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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.
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 509 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.

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