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Our top choices for Nags Head Beach hotels

A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with a blue mat on the sand.

1. Surf Side Hotel

Surf Side Hotel
3.0 star property
Ocean Side Court, 2.6 km from Nags Head Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean, great staff, quiet hotel. Great place to stay!"
United States
Katie
The price is AU$147
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Surf Side Hotel
A wooden pathway leading to a beach with sand dunes and tall grasses.

2. The First Colony Inn

The First Colony Inn
3.5 star property
Ocean Side Court, 2.7 km from Nags Head Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (563 reviews)
"Breakfast was very nice and so nice to have it on the property"
United States
Jerry
The price is AU$137
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
The First Colony Inn
A sandy beach path leading to the ocean, flanked by wooden fences and a sign.

3. SandSpur Ocean Cottages

SandSpur Ocean Cottages
2.0 star property
Ocean Side Court, 2.5 km from Nags Head Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (381 reviews)
"Nothing fancy but a fun place to stay next to the ocean"
United States
Pat
The price is AU$118
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
SandSpur Ocean Cottages
A wooden deck with benches overlooking the ocean at sunset.

4. Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG
3.0 star property
0.5 km from Nags Head Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Room was clean, staff were friendly and helpful. The view of the beach/ocean was beautiful, and beach was easy to access."
United States
Gabriel
The price is AU$130
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG
A beach view from a covered area with two blue chairs and a table, a no-smoking sign, and a gazebo in the background.

5. Blue Heron Motel

Blue Heron Motel
2.5 star property
Ocean Side Court, 2.8 km from Nags Head Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (520 reviews)
"Great view and location"
United States
William M
The price is AU$118
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Blue Heron Motel
A coastal residential area with houses, a beach, and a pier.

6. Oceanside Court by Kees Vacations

Oceanside Court by Kees Vacations
3.0 star property
Ocean Side Court, 2.3 km from Nags Head Beach
7.6 out of 10, Good, (258 reviews)
"Fantastic beachside location with a more rustic feel. Great value and centrally located to all attractions Beachside."
United States
Wayne
The price is AU$167
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Oceanside Court by Kees Vacations
A modern outdoor seating area with a fire pit, lounge chairs, and a dining table.

7. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Nags Head

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Nags Head
2.5 star property
Ocean Side Court, 2.3 km from Nags Head Beach
6.0 out of 10, (10 reviews)
"We stayed for one night at this newly built hotel. Everything was very clean. Check-in and out were quick and easy. The breakfast was nice with many options and the breakfast attendant was available and helpful."
United States
Cynthia
The price is AU$147
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Nags Head
A marina with boats docked, a bridge crossing over water, and surrounding greenery.

8. Tranquil House Inn

Tranquil House Inn
2.0 star property
6.1 km from Nags Head Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (167 reviews)
"wonderful location and views of the harbor."
United States
David
The price is AU$192
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Tranquil House Inn
A tiki bar with outdoor seating and a palm tree.

9. Island Guesthouse and Motel

Island Guesthouse and Motel
2.5 star property
6.6 km from Nags Head Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (410 reviews)
"It was very homey and the decor was great! Walking distance to town and restaurants."
United States
Pamela
The price is AU$118
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Island Guesthouse and Motel
A beach view from a covered area with wooden steps leading to a sandy beach.

10. Outer Banks Motor Lodge

Outer Banks Motor Lodge
2.5 star property
7.3 km from Nags Head Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (687 reviews)
"Great stay great view"
United States
Manuel
The price is AU$106
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Outer Banks Motor Lodge
A playground with a slide and climbing structures, a gazebo, picnic tables, and a building in the background.

11. Sea Scape Beach and Golf Villas

Sea Scape Beach and Golf Villas
3.5 star property
18.4 km from Nags Head Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (186 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Kylie
The price is AU$121
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Sea Scape Beach and Golf Villas
A beach path leading to the ocean with a sunset in the background.

12. Shutters on the Banks

Shutters on the Banks
3.5 star property
8.8 km from Nags Head Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,033 reviews)
"Really great place to stay!"
United States
Kimberly
The price is AU$113
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Shutters on the Banks
A beach with a wooden structure, sandy dunes, and a view of the ocean.

13. Saltaire Cottages

Saltaire Cottages
2.5 star property
18 km from Nags Head Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (67 reviews)
"Cute place! Excellent beach access!"
United States
Tiffany
The price is AU$549
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Saltaire Cottages
A beach with a wooden pier extending into the sea, a large house with a balcony, and a sandy path leading to the beach.

14. Mia's Boutique Hotel

Mia's Boutique Hotel
2.0 star property
Whalebone, 3.5 km from Nags Head Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,179 reviews)
"Room was comfortable and clean, would stay here again."
United States
Kristine
The price is AU$107
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Mia's Boutique Hotel
A beach view with a wooden deck, beach chairs, and a building with a stone facade.

15. 1817 Oceanfront Bed & Breakfast

1817 Oceanfront Bed & Breakfast
2.0 star property
11.6 km from Nags Head Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (26 reviews)
"Love every bit of it! Worth the money I pay stores, amenities close by"
United States
Karime
The price is AU$267
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
1817 Oceanfront Bed & Breakfast
A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with a sunset in the background.

16. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Outer Banks Kill Devil Hills

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Outer Banks Kill Devil Hills
3.5 star property
6.7 km from Nags Head Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Rooms are Clean and Staff was Wonderful."
United States
David
The price is AU$139
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Outer Banks Kill Devil Hills
A balcony with two chairs overlooking a beach with a wooden boardwalk and a lifeguard tower.

17. Hilton Garden Inn Outer Banks/Kitty Hawk

Hilton Garden Inn Outer Banks/Kitty Hawk
3.0 star property
19.8 km from Nags Head Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great place. Standard experience, great for families and those that don’t want to stay in the middle of the “commercial” beach."
United States
JOHANNA
The price is AU$155
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn Outer Banks/Kitty Hawk
A sandy beach with footprints and sparse vegetation, leading to a calm sea under a clear sky.

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

Days Inn by Wyndham Kill Devil Hills Oceanfront - Wilbur
3.5 star property
9.2 km from Nags Head Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Leta
The price is AU$88
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Days Inn by Wyndham Kill Devil Hills Oceanfront - Wilbur
A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with blue umbrellas and people.

19. Sea Ranch Resort

Sea Ranch Resort
3.0 star property
11.4 km from Nags Head Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location just needs a face lift"
United States
kim
The price is AU$77
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Sea Ranch Resort
A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a television, and a door leading to a bathroom.

20. Tar Heel Motel

Tar Heel Motel
2.5 star property
Whalebone, 3.2 km from Nags Head Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (450 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Very nice rooms and very convenient to many attractions."
United States
Nicholas
The price is AU$137
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Tar Heel Motel
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Compare popular hotels close to Nags Head Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with a blue mat on the sand.
Surf Side Hotel
3.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
1,002 reviews
View
A wooden pathway leading to a beach with sand dunes and tall grasses.
The First Colony Inn
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
563 reviews
View
A sandy beach path leading to the ocean, flanked by wooden fences and a sign.
SandSpur Ocean Cottages
2.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
381 reviews
View
A wooden deck with benches overlooking the ocean at sunset.
Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG
3.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,002 reviews
View
A beach view from a covered area with two blue chairs and a table, a no-smoking sign, and a gazebo in the background.
Blue Heron Motel
2.5 star property
8.2
Very good
520 reviews
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Top Nags Head Beach Hotel Reviews

Mia's Boutique Hotel

Mia's Boutique Hotel

8/10 Good
"Such a cute little space. Great location. Only part that is difficult was the parking by my room. There was parking across the street which was easier to get in and out of, though."
Shannon 2-night trip
Posted 22 hours ago
Mia's Boutique Hotel

Other attractions near Nags Head Beach

A pier with a building on stilts, a fish logo, and a sign reading "Jennette's Pier".

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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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Nags Head Beach?
Nags Head Beach is located in Nags Head. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 398 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay close to Nags Head Beach?
Adjacent to Nags Head Beach, Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. Another good choice is Mia's Boutique Hotel, located 2.2 mi (3.5 km) away.
How many hotels will I be able to find close to Nags Head Beach?
Expedia has 398 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Nags Head Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Nags Head Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals close to Nags Head Beach.
What can I see and do near Nags Head Beach?
Sights like Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse and Island Farm highlight some of the local culture. You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Festival Park and Nags Head Woods Preserve. Full Throttle Speedway, Mutiny Bay Adventure Golf and Dare County Arts Council are fun stops for the whole family while you're in town.