South Nags Head Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A lighthouse with alternating black and white stripes, a wooden boardwalk, and a grassy field.
A lighthouse, a wooden bridge, and a marshy landscape with a clear sky.
A white building with a black tower, likely a lighthouse, with a clear sky in the background.
A tall black and white lighthouse with a small white building at its base, surrounded by a grassy field and a white fence.
A tall lighthouse with alternating black and white stripes, surrounded by dry grass and trees.

Stay near popular South Nags Head attractions

Activities


Our pick of the best South Nags Head Hotel Deals

Comfort Inn South Oceanfront

Comfort Inn South Oceanfront

2.5 out of 5
8031 S Old Oregon Inlet Rd Nags Head NC
The price is NZ$353 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
NZ$353
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Nags Head. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very good! (1,003 reviews)
"Clean room, great breakfast. I loved that it is pet friendly."

Reviewed on 6 July 2026

Comfort Inn South Oceanfront
Dolphin Oceanfront Motel

Dolphin Oceanfront Motel

2 out of 5
8017 Old Oregon Inlet Rd. Nags Head NC
The price is NZ$353 per night from 12 July to 13 July
NZ$353
12 July - 13 July
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. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (635 reviews)
"Friendly staff location and cleanliness"

Reviewed on 1 July 2026

Dolphin Oceanfront Motel
Dog-Friendly Oceanfront Condo, Walk-In Shower & Pools

Dog-Friendly Oceanfront Condo, Walk-In Shower & Pools

Nags Head NC
The price is NZ$1,468 per night from 19 July to 20 July
NZ$1,468
19 July - 20 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach condo in Nags Head. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Jockey's Ridge State Park and Whalebone Junction ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (135 reviews)
"Nice little place Luggage lifts were a BIG help"

Reviewed on 11 June 2026

Dog-Friendly Oceanfront Condo, Walk-In Shower & Pools
SN9017D- Semi-OF!  With 3 BRs, Direct Beach Access, Private and Secluded!

SN9017D- Semi-OF! With 3 BRs, Direct Beach Access, Private and Secluded!

Nags Head NC
Stay at this holiday home in Nags Head. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, patios and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Pirate's Cove Marina and Oregon Inlet Fishing ...
6.6/10 (38 reviews)
Great little home for a week on the beach
"Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was our 2nd year in this house. The ..."

Reviewed on 20 July 2025

SN9017D- Semi-OF! With 3 BRs, Direct Beach Access, Private and Secluded!
Ocean side/romance/pet friendly/dishwasher/Nags Head

Ocean side/romance/pet friendly/dishwasher/Nags Head

Nags Head NC
Stay at this beach cottage in Nags Head. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a garden. Popular attractions Pirate's Cove Marina and Jockey's Ridge State Park ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (124 reviews)
"Great location and perfect for bringing my two doodles."

Reviewed on 14 June 2026

Ocean side/romance/pet friendly/dishwasher/Nags Head
Summer Special/RIGHT ACROSS from OCEAN/Fenced yard/pet friendly

Summer Special/RIGHT ACROSS from OCEAN/Fenced yard/pet friendly

Nags Head NC
Stay at this family-friendly cottage in Nags Head. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Jockey's Ridge State Park and Whalebone ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (113 reviews)
"Cabin was great for a couple or small family. Easy public beach access right across the road. A little stingy on supplied amenities, including lack of trash bags and sponges but did provide limited paper towels, toilet paper and dish soap. Have come here multiple times and would visit again!"

Reviewed on 22 June 2026

Summer Special/RIGHT ACROSS from OCEAN/Fenced yard/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.

Our guide on where to stay in South Nags Head

Find the best South Nags Head areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

Whalebone

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



South Nags Head Travel Guide

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