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Tar Heel Motel

Property class: 2.5

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Located close to Jennette's Pier and Nags Head Golf Links, Tar Heel Motel provides a terrace. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$132
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept

Room options

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A bathroom with a shower, a sink with a marble countertop, and a towel rack.

Single Room, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a mirror, a sign reading "Trunks & Bikinis", and a wall clock.

Single Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(36 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Located on the beach, Tar Heel Motel is in Whalebone, a neighbourhood in Nags Head. Nags Head Golf Links and Pirate's Cove Marina are worth visiting if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Jockey's Ridge State Park and Festival Park. 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. Visit our Nags Head travel guide
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Map
7010 S. Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head, NC, 27959

What's nearby

  • A pier extending into the ocean at sunset with wind turbines in the background.
    beach near Old Nags Head Cove
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • A road sign for the IANGER OUTLET CENTER and a sign for the FACTORY MERCHANTS OUTLETS.
    Outlets Nags Head
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • A pier with a building on stilts, a fish logo, and a sign reading "Jennette's Pier".
    Jennette's Pier
    12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Miller's Waterfront Restaurant
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Whalebone Junction
    15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    12 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    7 min drive
  • Sonic Drive-In
    3 min drive
  • Miller's Waterfront Restaurant
    7 min walk
  • Mulligan's Grille in Historic Cottage Row
    5 min drive
  • Blue Water Grill & Raw Bar
    5 min drive

About this property

Tar Heel Motel

  • Motel near Nags Head Golf Links
  • Located close to Jennette's Pier and Pirate's Cove Marina, Tar Heel Motel provides a terrace. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks at this motel include:
    • A seasonal outdoor pool
    • Free self-parking
    • Express check-out, express check-in and a vending machine
    • Luggage storage, barbecues and smoke-free property
  • Room features
  • All rooms are individually decorated, and offer comforts such as furnished patios and laptop-compatible safes, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
    • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
    • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

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

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 floor
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 1952
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Laptop-compatible safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with special check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, debit card or cash deposit 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The seasonal pool will be open from May to October

Frequently asked questions

Does Tar Heel Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Tar Heel Motel?

As of 22 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tar Heel Motel on 22 Sept 2026 start from AU$132, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Tar Heel Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 50 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Tar Heel Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Tar Heel Motel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tar Heel Motel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Tar Heel Motel located?

Located in Whalebone, this motel is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Nags Head Golf Links, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Jennette's Pier and Pirate's Cove Marina. Jockey's Ridge State Park and Nags Head Fishing Pier are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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