Nags Head

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Nags Head
Rear view of father with sons walking on pier over sea against sky during sunny day
Young sisters petting white Pomeranian dog on beach Outer Banks
A surfer studying the waves just after sunise at Jeannette's Pier, Nags Head, N.C.
Sunrise highlighting dune ripples at Oregon Inlet in Nags Head North Carolina

Where to stay in Nags Head

South Nags Head

South Nags Head

If you're spending some time in South Nags Head, Outer Banks Beaches and Bodie Island Lighthouse are top sights worth seeing.

South Nags Head
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Ocean Side Court

If you're spending some time in Ocean Side Court, Full Throttle Speedway and Mutiny Bay Adventure Golf are top sights worth seeing.

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Whalebone

While visiting Whalebone, you might make a stop by sights like Outlets Nags Head and Whalebone Junction.

Whalebone
Mia's Boutique Hotel

Mia's Boutique Hotel

2 out of 5
7115 S Virginia Dare Trail Nags Head NC
The price is CA $89 per night from May 10 to May 11
CA $89
CA $100 total
May 10 - May 11
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Nags Head. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (711 reviews)
The room was clean. Towels and linens were good. The tiniest shower - I'm a small female, and it was too small for me, so keep that in mind if you are average or larger/taller. The walls are very, very, very thin. Heard every voice and noise next door (and the neighbors weren't being ruckus, but ...

Reviewed on Apr 26, 2026

Mia's Boutique Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG

3 out of 5
4701 S Virginia Dare Trl Nags Head NC
The price is CA $227 per night from May 10 to May 11
CA $227
CA $256 total
May 10 - May 11
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Nags Head. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
The benefit to this location is the beach access. All the rest of the details are very similar to other HI Express locations. This hotel is an older but remodeled hotel. Elevators are SLOW. Be prepared to take a while. One was out of order.

Reviewed on Apr 26, 2026

Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG
SandSpur Ocean Cottages

SandSpur Ocean Cottages

2 out of 5
6607 S Virginia Dare Trail Nags Head NC
The price is CA $128 per night from Apr 29 to Apr 30
CA $128
CA $144 total
Apr 29 - Apr 30
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach motel in Nags Head. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (281 reviews)
While we not directly on the beach it was only a short walk. The ambiance of these vintage cottages was comfortable and spacious.

Reviewed on Apr 25, 2026

SandSpur Ocean Cottages
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Nags Head Retreat- Walk to beach and sound, bikes and beach chairs included!

Nags Head Retreat- Walk to beach and sound, bikes and beach chairs included!

Nags Head NC
Stay at this apartment in Nags Head. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Outer Banks Mall and Jockey's Ridge State Park are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (19 reviews)
The room is cozy. Comfortable bed. I would not say the place is walking distance to the beach.

Reviewed on Dec 10, 2025

Nags Head Retreat- Walk to beach and sound, bikes and beach chairs included!
Cozy Cute Historic Sea Spray Cottage #1

Cozy Cute Historic Sea Spray Cottage #1

Nags Head NC
Stay at this cottage in Nags Head. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a garden. Popular attractions Tracks in the Sand and Jockey's Ridge State Park are located ...
Cozy Cute Historic Sea Spray Cottage #1
Kemp & Olive Cottage: Tiny Cottage for Two Guests and Pups!

Kemp & Olive Cottage: Tiny Cottage for Two Guests and Pups!

Nags Head NC
Stay at this cottage in Nags Head. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Mutiny Bay Adventure Golf and First Flight Adventure Park ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (144 reviews)
Great visit to the beach! Cottage was perfect

Reviewed on Apr 6, 2026

Kemp & Olive Cottage: Tiny Cottage for Two Guests and Pups!
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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