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Swell Motel

Property class: 2

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Swell Motel provides an art gallery on-site and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Room service
The current price is £117
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct

Room options

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View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed No Pets

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a microwave, and a chair.

Classic Room, 1 King Bed No Pets

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds No Pets

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a painting on the wall, and a door.

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds No Pets

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Comfort Room (1 King Pet)

A hotel room with a bed, two bar stools, a chair, a wooden headboard, a wall-mounted coat rack, and a framed picture.

Comfort Room (1 King Pet)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds No Pets

A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, a bathroom, and a large window.

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds No Pets

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(34 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed No Pets

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a small table.

Classic Room, 1 King Bed No Pets

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Studio, 1 Queen Bed No Pets

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a stove, a microwave, and a refrigerator. There is a wooden dining table with chairs.

Studio, 1 Queen Bed No Pets

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Comfort Room (2 Queen Pet)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, chairs, and a lamp.

Comfort Room (2 Queen Pet)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Comfort Room (1 King Pet)

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a small table.

Comfort Room (1 King Pet)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Classic Double Room No Pets

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, and a window with curtains.

Classic Double Room No Pets

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 285 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Located in Buxton, Swell Motel is near the beach. Uncle Eddy's Frozen Custard and 18-Hole Mini Golf and Frisco Mini Golf and Go Karts are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Buxton Seafood and Surf's Up. Hatteras Island Boardsports and Frisco Native American Museum are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby. Visit our Buxton travel guide
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46854 NC-12, Buxton, NC, 27953

What's nearby

  • A beach with a row of houses along the shore.
    Outer Banks Beaches
    4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A beach with a lighthouse in the distance, under a cloudy sky.
    Lighthouse Beach
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A wooden boardwalk through a dense forest with various tropical plants.
    Buxton Woods Nature Trail
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • A lighthouse with a spiral design, surrounded by a grassy field and trees.
    Cape Hatteras Lighthouse
    6 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Uncle Eddy's Frozen Custard and 18-Hole Mini Golf
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles

Getting around

  • Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.)
    162 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tavern on 12
    12 min drive
  • Diamond Shoals Restaurant
    2 min walk
  • Dirty Dick's Crab House
    7 min drive
  • Tico Taco
    10 min drive
  • Angelo's Pizza
    2 min walk

About this property

Swell Motel

  • Motel near Outer Banks Beaches
  • Swell Motel provides an art gallery on-site and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • Additional perks include:
    • A seasonal outdoor pool
    • Free self-parking
    • Barbecues, a nature reserve and a dock
    • Smoke-free property and an off-lead area
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Swell Motel offer thoughtful touches, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and room service. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
  • More amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations
    • Mini fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • In a 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.
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift (single-level property)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 13 November and 8 February.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are 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 on the number on the booking confirmation
An off-lead area is available

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types at the property

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Swell Motel have a pool?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Swell Motel?

As of 31 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Swell Motel on 1 Oct 2026 start from £117, 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: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Swell Motel?

Checkout 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 mile (2 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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