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, Outer Banks Beaches and Bodie Island Lighthouse 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 Jennette's Pier and Full Throttle Speedway.

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 AED 470 per night from Apr 6 to Apr 7
AED 470
AED 530 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 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! (1,001 reviews)
Fair-Good
"I would rate this hotel as fair-good. I will try another place next time to compare. Pros: indoor pool (not shallow), nice beach access, proximity to good restaurants, breakfast included; mini fridge and sink in room Cons: Small & busy lobby; small bathroom - door almost hits toilet; no lamp in bedroom; ..."

Reviewed on 31 March 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 AED 364 per night from Apr 6 to Apr 7
AED 364
AED 410 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 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! (1,004 reviews)
"Great place with friendly people."

Reviewed on 1 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 AED 496 per night from Apr 4 to Apr 5
AED 496
AED 559 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Apr - 5 Apr
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! (248 reviews)
"Very clean and orderly compared to nearby hotels, beds comfortable and quiet, and dog friendly with a large grass area to walk them, just watch out for the occasional sand spur, will be staying again"

Reviewed on 29 March 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! (60 reviews)
OBX visit
"Was a nice clean apt. Has cooking supplies and everything we needed. Very nice place- right in the middle of places we wanted to visit."

Reviewed on 30 March 2025

Captains Quarters, Less than 1 block to the beach!!Covered Porch, Full Kitchen
Direct Ocean Front 2BR Condo w/ Pool. Pet Friendly
Direct Ocean Front 2BR Condo w/ Pool. Pet Friendly
Nags Head
Book a stay at this beach condo in Nags Head. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and patios. Popular attractions Wright Brothers National Memorial and OBX Laser ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (28 reviews)
Lovely condo
"Everything about this condo is great, especially the location. It was stay to remember."

Reviewed on 1 March 2025

Direct Ocean Front 2BR Condo w/ Pool. Pet Friendly
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.

Popular places to visit

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.