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Our top choices for Tale of the Whale hotels

A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with a blue mat on the sand.

1. Surf Side Hotel

Surf Side Hotel
3.0 star property
Ocean Side Court, 1 mi from Tale of the Whale
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean, great staff, quiet hotel. Great place to stay!"
United States
Katie
The price is £75
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Surf Side Hotel
A wooden pathway leading to a beach with sand dunes and tall grasses.

2. The First Colony Inn

The First Colony Inn
3.5 star property
Ocean Side Court, 0.9 mi from Tale of the Whale
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (563 reviews)
"Breakfast was very nice and so nice to have it on the property"
United States
Jerry
The price is £70
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
The First Colony Inn
A wooden deck with a blue chair and table, a railing, and a view of the beach and dunes.

3. SandSpur Ocean Cottages

SandSpur Ocean Cottages
2.0 star property
Ocean Side Court, 1 mi from Tale of the Whale
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (381 reviews)
"Nothing fancy but a fun place to stay next to the ocean"
United States
Pat
The price is £60
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
SandSpur Ocean Cottages
A multi-story beachfront building with balconies, a sandy beach in front, and a clear sky.

4. Mia's Boutique Hotel

Mia's Boutique Hotel
2.0 star property
Whalebone, 0.4 mi from Tale of the Whale
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,175 reviews)
"We usually stop overnight on our way to Ocracoke and this is good value with renovated rooms and a restaurant coming soon!"
United States
Jim
The price is £54
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Mia's Boutique Hotel
A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a television, and a door leading to a bathroom.

5. Tar Heel Motel

Tar Heel Motel
2.5 star property
Whalebone, 0.6 mi from Tale of the Whale
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (450 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Very nice rooms and very convenient to many attractions."
United States
Nicholas
The price is £70
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Tar Heel Motel
A beach view from a covered area with two blue chairs and a table, a no-smoking sign, and a gazebo in the background.

6. Blue Heron Motel

Blue Heron Motel
2.5 star property
Ocean Side Court, 0.8 mi from Tale of the Whale
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (520 reviews)
"Great view and location"
United States
William M
The price is £60
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Blue Heron Motel
A beachside resort with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a pool area.

7. Comfort Inn South Oceanfront

Comfort Inn South Oceanfront
2.5 star property
South Nags Head, 0.2 mi from Tale of the Whale
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Convenient clean and safe"
United States
James
The price is £49
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Comfort Inn South Oceanfront
A covered porch with rows of chairs, a view of the beach, and buildings in the background.

8. Seahorse Inn and Cottages

Seahorse Inn and Cottages
2.5 star property
Whalebone, 0.3 mi from Tale of the Whale
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Quiet stay and nice staff."
United States
Shawn
The price is £40
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Seahorse Inn and Cottages
A waterfront property with a blue house featuring a balcony and a dock extending into the water.

9. Fin 'n Feather Waterside Inn By Kees Vacations

Fin 'n Feather Waterside Inn By Kees Vacations
2.5 star property
1.2 mi from Tale of the Whale
7.6 out of 10, Good, (631 reviews)
"No staff, drive up and punch in one of the beds was missing its blanket cover, and did see one bug, but the beds were okay no bugs in them. Overall it was ok nice view, self service. Went to spend The Weeknd with my friends for my bday had a great time, safe place to stay that didn’t break my pockets."
United States
Elijah
The price is £75
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Fin 'n Feather Waterside Inn By Kees Vacations
A beachside building with a covered porch, a small staircase, and a sign indicating it is a lifeguard station.

10. Oceanside Court by Kees Vacations

Oceanside Court by Kees Vacations
3.0 star property
Ocean Side Court, 1.1 mi from Tale of the Whale
7.6 out of 10, Good, (258 reviews)
"Fantastic beachside location with a more rustic feel. Great value and centrally located to all attractions Beachside."
United States
Wayne
The price is £84
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Oceanside Court by Kees Vacations
A modern outdoor seating area with a fire pit, lounge chairs, and a dining table.

11. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Nags Head

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Nags Head
2.5 star property
Ocean Side Court, 1.2 mi from Tale of the Whale
6.0 out of 10, (10 reviews)
"We stayed for one night at this newly built hotel. Everything was very clean. Check-in and out were quick and easy. The breakfast was nice with many options and the breakfast attendant was available and helpful."
United States
Cynthia
The price is £75
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Nags Head
A white porch with a bench, potted plants, and a view into a room with a bed and curtains.

12. White Doe Inn

White Doe Inn
4.5 star property
4.1 mi from Tale of the Whale
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (95 reviews)
"We had an excellent stay. The proprietors were amazingly warm and went above and beyond for us guests. The house was delightful, welcoming and had everything we needed. The breakfast was amazing, especially those apple bread pudding / crumble / pies."
United States
Paula J
The price is £202
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
White Doe Inn
A wooden building labeled 'The Tranquil House Inn' with a sign above the entrance.

13. Tranquil House Inn

Tranquil House Inn
2.0 star property
3.9 mi from Tale of the Whale
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (167 reviews)
"wonderful location and views of the harbor."
United States
David
The price is £106
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Tranquil House Inn
A tiki bar with outdoor seating and a palm tree.

14. Island Guesthouse and Motel

Island Guesthouse and Motel
2.5 star property
4.4 mi from Tale of the Whale
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (409 reviews)
"It was very homey and the decor was great! Walking distance to town and restaurants."
United States
Pamela
The price is £60
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Island Guesthouse and Motel
A wooden deck with a view of the beach and ocean.

15. Outer Banks Motor Lodge

Outer Banks Motor Lodge
2.5 star property
7.1 mi from Tale of the Whale
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (687 reviews)
"Great stay great view"
United States
Manuel
The price is £55
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Outer Banks Motor Lodge
An indoor swimming pool with clear views of the outside, surrounded by lounge chairs and a tiled floor.

16. Shutters on the Banks

Shutters on the Banks
3.5 star property
8 mi from Tale of the Whale
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,039 reviews)
"Really great place to stay!"
United States
Kimberly
The price is £62
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Shutters on the Banks
A wooden boardwalk leading to beach huts with a clear view of the ocean.

17. John Yancey Oceanfront Inn

John Yancey Oceanfront Inn
2.0 star property
6.8 mi from Tale of the Whale
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,982 reviews)
"Great location, convenient to beach access, extremely clean breakfast area and the food was awesome"
United States
Christopher
The price is £42
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
John Yancey Oceanfront Inn
A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with a sunset in the background.

18. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Outer Banks Kill Devil Hills

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Outer Banks Kill Devil Hills
3.5 star property
6.7 mi from Tale of the Whale
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"The eggs an turkey sausage at breakfast were terrible. Had to make do with cereal, fruit and prepackaged muffins. Hotel itself was good. Large suite with cooktop, full sized refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave and keurig."
United States
Richard
The price is £70
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Outer Banks Kill Devil Hills
A beach view with a wooden deck, beach chairs, and a building with a stone facade.

19. 1817 Oceanfront Bed & Breakfast

1817 Oceanfront Bed & Breakfast
2.0 star property
9.8 mi from Tale of the Whale
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (26 reviews)
"Love every bit of it! Worth the money I pay stores, amenities close by"
United States
Karime
The price is £135
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
1817 Oceanfront Bed & Breakfast
A wooden staircase leading to a beach with a sunset in the background.

20. Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG
3.0 star property
2.8 mi from Tale of the Whale
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great staff, great location!"
United States
Melody
The price is £70
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG
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Compare popular hotels close to Tale of the Whale

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with a blue mat on the sand.
Surf Side Hotel
3.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
1,001 reviews
View
A wooden pathway leading to a beach with sand dunes and tall grasses.
The First Colony Inn
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
563 reviews
View
A wooden deck with a blue chair and table, a railing, and a view of the beach and dunes.
SandSpur Ocean Cottages
2.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
381 reviews
View
A multi-story beachfront building with balconies, a sandy beach in front, and a clear sky.
Mia's Boutique Hotel
2.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,175 reviews
View
A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a television, and a door leading to a bathroom.
Tar Heel Motel
2.5 star property
8.4
Very good
450 reviews
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Top Tale of the Whale Hotel Reviews

Mia's Boutique Hotel

Mia's Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"We love coming to Nags Head, this was our first time staying at the Mia boutique hotel. It's an adorable place with the perfect amenities for a short or long stay. Being able to walk right out the back to the sand is an added bonus. We will definitely be back!"
Tanya 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Mia's Boutique Hotel

Other attractions near Tale of the Whale

A pier with a building on stilts, a fish logo, and a sign reading "Jennette's Pier".

Nags Head Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Nags Head Beach during your trip to Nags Head?
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Tale of the Whale?
Tale of the Whale is located in Nags Head. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 259 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay close to Tale of the Whale?
Adjacent to Tale of the Whale, Comfort Inn South Oceanfront is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. Other good choices close by include Mia's Boutique Hotel and Seahorse Inn and Cottages.
How many hotels should I expect to find close to Tale of the Whale?
Expedia has 259 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Tale of the Whale.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Tale of the Whale, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near Tale of the Whale.
What can I see and do near Tale of the Whale?
Mutiny Bay Adventure Golf, Full Throttle Speedway and Dare County Arts Council are fun stops for the whole family while you're in town. Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Nags Head Beach, Festival Park and Tracks in the Sand. A trip to Outlets Nags Head and Outer Banks Mall might be just the ticket for souvenir shopping.