Nags Head, NC

Travel Guide

Jennette\'s Pier which includes a beach
Bodie Island Lighthouse which includes a lighthouse
Oregon Inlet Fishing Center showing boating, a lake or waterhole and fishing
Oregon Inlet Fishing Center which includes a bay or harbor and a sunset
Jockey\'s Ridge State Park which includes tranquil scenes and desert views

Where to stay in Nags Head

Outer Banks showing fishing, general coastal views and a sandy beach

South Nags Head

4.5/5(43 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in South Nags Head, Bodie Island Lighthouse and Oregon Inlet Fishing Center are top sights worth seeing.

South Nags Head
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Ocean Side Court

While there might not be top attractions in Ocean Side Court, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Nags Head Golf Links and Jennette's Pier.

Ocean Side Court
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 SAR 541 per night from Apr 20 to Apr 21
SAR 541
SAR 610 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Stay at this 3-star 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! (990 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay overall. Breakfast space was small and could not accommodate the amount of guest. Would return for the beautiful views in ocean front rooms."

Reviewed on 7 April 2025

Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG
Surf Side Hotel
Surf Side Hotel
2.5 out of 5
6701 Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head, NC
The price is SAR 522 per night from Apr 20 to Apr 21
SAR 522
SAR 588 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Everything was great at this hotel, everyone was so nice and helpful."

Reviewed on 11 April 2025

Surf Side Hotel
Mia's Boutique Hotel
Mia's Boutique Hotel
2 out of 5
7115 S Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head, NC
The price is SAR 456 per night from Apr 30 to May 1
SAR 456
SAR 514 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Apr - 1 May
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! (253 reviews)
"We had a wonderful long weekend stay at Mia's Boutique Hotel. It was clean, comfortable and had everything we needed. We loved that we could walk to the beach. We will definitely be back."

Reviewed on 7 April 2025

Mia's Boutique Hotel
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.
Oceanfront Condo with free internet, amazing views and pool
Oceanfront Condo with free internet, amazing views and pool
2 out of 5
Nags Head
Book a stay at this beach condo in Nags Head. Enjoy a beach locale, balconies, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Whalebone Junction and Jennette's ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5 reviews)
Comfortable condo at quiet location
"The condo was clean and in great condition. Very comfortable and plenty of room. Great location that was quiet and close to shopping and good restaurants."

Reviewed on 16 November 2024

Oceanfront Condo with free internet, amazing views and pool
Captains Quarters, Less than 1 block to the beach!!Covered Porch, Full Kitchen
Captains Quarters, Less than 1 block to the beach!!Covered Porch, Full Kitchen
Nags Head
Stay at this apartment in Nags Head. Enjoy free WiFi, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Wright Brothers National Memorial and OBX Laser ...
10/10 Exceptional! (62 reviews)
Everything about this place is perfect
"This is a cute apartment style setting. Great for a couple on vacation. It has everything you need for a stay. The place was very clean. The apartment is in a great location. I would stay here again."

Reviewed on 2 April 2025

Captains Quarters, Less than 1 block to the beach!!Covered Porch, Full Kitchen
Carolina Cottage-Cozy family friendly cottage in the Outer Banks-no cleaning fee
Carolina Cottage-Cozy family friendly cottage in the Outer Banks-no cleaning fee
Nags Head
Book a stay at this golf vacation home in Nags Head. Enjoy free WiFi, tennis courts, and patios. Popular attractions Outer Banks Mall and Nags Head Golf Links ...
10/10 Exceptional! (210 reviews)
Great stay in a lovely home
"We were delighted by our first impressions of Carolina Cottage and our subsequent stay. Welcoming, fresh, comfortable and great presentation with wide balconies overlooking a small lake with wildlife. Everything was to high standards. We had all we needed. The beds were comfortable and the bathrooms ..."

Reviewed on 31 March 2025

Carolina Cottage-Cozy family friendly cottage in the Outer Banks-no cleaning fee
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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Reviews of Nags Head

4.6
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
212
5 - Excellent 65%
4 - Good
98
4 - Good 30%
3 - Okay
13
3 - Okay 4%
2 - Disappointing
1
2 - Disappointing 0%
1 - Terrible
0
1 - Terrible 0%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

OBX is the perfect place to unwind and relax while escaping the real world! You can clear your mind and refresh your soul. I always feel so relaxed in the Outer Banks!

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Love the area, because of the pandemic things are still Closed but nice to just get away!!!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I grew up visiting this beach in the summers and staying in this motel when I was a little girl myself, because it was one of my grandmothers favorite places to stay and now I get to share the same experience with my daughter!

5/5 - Excellent

Meg

Strongly recommend even in the off season. Cooler but still nice and fewer people.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Nags Head is beautiful, however I enjoy it better in the off season.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Great place to visit anytime of the year.