Swell Motel

2.0 star property
Discover an artistic vibe with a side of adventure by exploring the nature reserve or getting creative at the on-site art gallery.

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Beach nearby, white sand
Beach nearby, white sand
Reception
Surfing/boogie boarding
Beach nearby, white sand

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Gym
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
The current price is AED 459
AED 518 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb

Room options

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Showing 6 of 6 rooms

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds No Pets

Highlights

Yard
Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds

Classic Room, 1 King Bed No Pets

Highlights

Yard
Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed

Studio, 1 Queen Bed No Pets

Highlights

Yard
Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Queen Bed

Classic Double Room No Pets

Highlights

Yard
Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Comfort Room (2 Queen Pet)

Highlights

Yard
Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds

Comfort Room (1 King Pet)

Highlights

Yard
Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
46854 NC-12, Buxton, NC, 27953

What's nearby

  • Uncle Eddy's Frozen Custard and 18-Hole Mini Golf - 3 min walk
  • Outer Banks Beaches - 6 min walk
  • Buxton Woods Nature Trail - 12 min walk
  • Cape Hatteras Lighthouse - 3 min drive
  • Buxton Seafood - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF) - 162 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Diamond Shoals - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Oceana's Bistro - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Angelo's Pizza - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tavern On 12 - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Bros Sandwich Shack - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Swell Motel

Motel near Outer Banks Beaches
An art gallery on site, a playground, and a gym are just a few of the amenities provided at Swell Motel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • An off-leash area, a dock, and a nature reserve
  • Smoke-free premises and barbecue grills
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Swell Motel boast thoughtful touches such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and room service. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations
  • Private yards, mini fridges, and microwaves

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Room service available

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Fitness center
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Guest services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Dock
  • Nature reserve
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator (single level property)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Outdoor space

  • Balcony or patio
  • Yard

More

  • Desk
  • Laptop-friendly workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between November 13 and February 8.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 20.00 per accommodation, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
An off-leash area is available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per stay
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 20.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 20.00 per accommodation, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 20.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per stay

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Property is also known as

Swell Motel Buxton
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Buxton Swell Motel Motel
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Frequently asked questions

Does Swell Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–9:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Swell Motel?

As of 22 February 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Swell Motel on 25 March 2025 start from $140.94, 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 Swell Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 20.00 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Swell Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Swell Motel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Swell Motel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Swell Motel located?

Situated near the beach, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Uncle Eddy's Frozen Custard and 18-Hole Mini Golf and Outer Banks Beaches. Buxton Woods Nature Trail and Lighthouse Beach are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Swell Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 269 out of 410 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 110 out of 410 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 410 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 410 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 410 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely small hotel right across from a nice restaurant. Close to the lighthouse and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is adorable. I’ve stayed in this area at many different hotels/motels and this one is adorable! The owner is super nice and it’s close to one of the best fishing spots in the OBX. I will be staying here again. Rooms were clean and comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay here, there is a cute little gift shop on site with some very nice items. Staff was friendly and helpful, room was clean and comfortable. We will definitely stay here again, highly recommend it!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Outer Banks Getaway
Great location near Cape Point. Bicycles and kayak included. Great amenities including ice machine, fish cleaning station, bbq's, and firepit.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean rooms. Excellent customer service. Walkable to beach & restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No hair dryer. Fun vibe 1950’s beach style. Good place if you are fishing with fish cleaning area, picnic tables and campfire. Staff very pleasant too.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clinton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great service and clean remodeled rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great option
This place is just what you need, no more no less! It is so clean and well layed out
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Koren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners were amazing. The pool was beautiful and the location was great. Will be visiting again in September!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely squeaky clean and quiet. Complete satisfaction all around. Good job!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff are wonderful. Had some issue with our vehicle and the staff offered help without hesitation. Room was very clean!! Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Nice clean place on the outer banks. Owners are very nice and the extras provided made for a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lou

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Swell stays swell for a second time!
Love the swell! This was my second visit & I will always check availability & pricing when I go to southern OBX. Buxton is convenient to everything down there imo, & swell is in the middle of it all. You can walk to everything you need & several off road ramps within 5 min. The outdoor kitchen & kayaks available for the sound are also a great amenity. I’ll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful motel, the rooms are large and newly renovated. This is the place to book a room for your trip
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very unique motel. Great amenities ( kayaking and bikes included). Rooms are nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An awesome stay as always!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lou

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place with lots of things to do on the property. Outdoor cooking facilities are covered with tables staff is excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great little place for a quick stay! The rooms are CLEAN and have been remodeled very nicely! The pool was also very clean and we loved the Swell Art Gallery on site and cute little gift shop. They had live music and 2 fire pits if you byo wood- something that we did which turned into a fun night meeting other guests. The staff were friendly as was Squeakers the cat. Cant beat this place for the value! We had a perfect little getaway here.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Swell motel certainly is swell!
Comfortable & clean. Staff was extremely friendly. The outdoor kitchen space for guest use was a huge plus (grill & burners for cooking) & the location was convenient to everything in Buxton. Highly recommend & would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for fishermen
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfy stay
Very accommodating! Our room had everything we needed. There was free, live music out on the lawn in the evening.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joy and David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Weekend get away
They were inviting and very helpful. The room was clean, big and had all that we needed. We stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024