Nags Head, NC

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Nags Head
Aerial view of coastline and sand dunes of Ocracoke Island at sunrise, North Carolina, USA.
A beautiful summer of the lighthouse at Bodie Island on the Outer Banks in North Carolina. Dreamy beach look.
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

Where to stay in Nags Head

A beautiful summer of the lighthouse at Bodie Island on the Outer Banks in North Carolina. Dreamy beach look.

South Nags Head

4.5/5(44 area reviews)

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.

Ocean Side Court
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Whalebone

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

Whalebone
Mia's Boutique Hotel

Mia's Boutique Hotel

2 out of 5
7115 S Virginia Dare Trail Nags Head NC
$72 nightly
The price is $81 total per night from Jun 2 to Jun 3
$81 total
Jun 2 - Jun 3
Total with taxes and 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! (780 reviews)
"Nice quaint hotel with great beach access and close proximity to dining and the pier."

Reviewed on May 31, 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$212 nightly
The price is $239 total per night from Jun 4 to Jun 5
$239 total
Jun 4 - Jun 5
Total with taxes and 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! (1,002 reviews)
"Breakfast area was well staffed and maintained. Ramp up to the beach access was a big plus. It might be nice to add a connection from the pool area across to the beach access."

Reviewed on May 30, 2026

Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG
Seahorse Inn and Cottages

Seahorse Inn and Cottages

2.5 out of 5
7218 S Virginia Dare Trail Nags Head NC
$72 nightly
The price is $81 total per night from Jun 2 to Jun 3
$81 total
Jun 2 - Jun 3
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Nags Head. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (992 reviews)
"The manager/front desk attendant was great and it was a perfect location to beach and restaurant"

Reviewed on May 31, 2026

Seahorse Inn and 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.
Soundfront Cottage In the Water - One of a Kind Sunsets - Dock and 3 Decks

Soundfront Cottage In the Water - One of a Kind Sunsets - Dock and 3 Decks

Nags Head NC
Stay at this cottage in Nags Head. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios, and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Outer Banks Mall and Jockey's Ridge State Park ...
Soundfront Cottage In the Water - One of a Kind Sunsets - Dock and 3 Decks
Summer Special/RIGHT ACROSS from OCEAN/Fenced yard/pet friendly

Summer Special/RIGHT ACROSS from OCEAN/Fenced yard/pet friendly

Nags Head NC
Book a stay at this family-friendly cottage in Nags Head. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Whalebone Junction and Outlets ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (111 reviews)
"It was a older beach cottage, very nice across the street from the beach, very nice"

Reviewed on Apr 30, 2026

Summer Special/RIGHT ACROSS from OCEAN/Fenced yard/pet friendly
Ocean side/romance/pet friendly/dishwasher/Nags Head

Ocean side/romance/pet friendly/dishwasher/Nags Head

Nags Head NC
Book a stay at this beach cottage in Nags Head. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a garden. Popular attractions Whalebone Junction and Outlets Nags Head are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (121 reviews)
"Perfect place for two. Just 3 minutes to Jeanette’s Pier."

Reviewed on May 9, 2026

Ocean side/romance/pet friendly/dishwasher/Nags Head
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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