Nags Head Travel Guide

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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

While visiting South Nags Head, you might make a stop by sights like Outer Banks Beaches and Bodie Island Lighthouse.

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

If you're spending some time in Whalebone, Outlets Nags Head and Whalebone Junction are top sights worth seeing.

Whalebone
Mia's Boutique Hotel

Mia's Boutique Hotel

2 out of 5
7115 S Virginia Dare Trail Nags Head NC
The price is £53 per night from 21 May to 22 May
£53
21 May - 22 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Nags Head. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (732 reviews)
This was possibly the nicest hotel staff ever!!! And what a steal! Nice clean freshly renovated rooms, can’t beat it for the price !

Reviewed on 10 May 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
The price is £145 per night from 25 May to 26 May
£145
25 May - 26 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Nags Head. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
The property was right on the beach/sand dunes. There is a set of stairs and a ramp over the Dune from the parking lot. We had a ocean front room with balcony that was very enjoyable. The room was spacious with comfortable beds, full bank of windows facing the Ocean and nice bathroom. Breakfast was ...

Reviewed on 3 May 2026

Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG
SandSpur Ocean Cottages

SandSpur Ocean Cottages

2 out of 5
6607 S Virginia Dare Trail Nags Head NC
The price is £89 per night from 17 May to 18 May
£89
17 May - 18 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach motel in Nags Head. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (285 reviews)
Our “cottage” was a bit run down but certainly habitable. If it were mine, I’d gut it and do a complete remodel. It needed it. Beds were comfy. Location was good. Less than a minute walk to the beach which was accessible from the property. If you don’t need luxury, then you’ll be fine here, but if ...

Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026

SandSpur Ocean 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.
Kemp & Olive Cottage: Tiny Cottage for Two Guests and Pups!

Kemp & Olive Cottage: Tiny Cottage for Two Guests and Pups!

Nags Head NC
Stay at this cottage in Nags Head. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Mutiny Bay Adventure Golf and First Flight Adventure Park ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (144 reviews)
Great visit to the beach! Cottage was perfect

Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026

Kemp & Olive Cottage: Tiny Cottage for Two Guests and Pups!
Enjoy your magnificent ocean views from your huge balcony!

Enjoy your magnificent ocean views from your huge balcony!

Nags Head NC
Stay at this beach condo in Nags Head. Enjoy private pools, a beach locale and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (321 reviews)
Gorgeous view from balcony and inside condo. As advertised.

Reviewed on 3 May 2026

Enjoy your magnificent ocean views from your huge balcony!
Cozy Cute Historic Sea Spray Cottage #1

Cozy Cute Historic Sea Spray Cottage #1

Nags Head NC
Stay at this cottage in Nags Head. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a garden. Popular attractions Tracks in the Sand and Jockey's Ridge State Park are located ...
Cozy Cute Historic Sea Spray Cottage #1
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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