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Blue Heron Motel

2.5 star property
On beach with indoor pool, near Jennette's Pier

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Balcony
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Front of property
40-inch flat-screen TV with premium channels, TV
Property grounds
The Blue Heron Motel is perfect for beach lovers, with Jennette's Pier and Pirate's Cove Marina nearby. Guests can relax at the indoor or seasonal outdoor pool, enjoy free parking, and charge electric vehicles on site. Previous visitors consistently praise the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
Balcony

On the beach

This hotel is located on the beach. Head outdoors and bask in the sun on the sandy beach.

Front of property
Front of property
What guests liked about the beach

The beach access was excellent, with many guests enjoying the direct and easy access to the ocean from their rooms.

Room options

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Sep 12 - Sep 13
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Tomorrow

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Basic Room, 2 Double Beds, Beach View, Ground Floor | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Room, 2 Double Beds, Beach View, Ground Floor

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Elite Room, Balcony, Oceanfront

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Exclusive Room, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub, Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 33 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Economy Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 19 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Double Room, Kitchenette, Ground Floor | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double Room, Kitchenette, Ground Floor

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Nags Head, Blue Heron Motel is on the beach. Jennette's Pier and Pirate's Cove Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Outer Banks Beaches and Jockey's Ridge State Park. Nags Head Fishing Pier and Bodie Island Lighthouse are two other places to visit that come recommended.
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6811 S VIRGINIA DARE TR, Nags Head, NC, 27959

What's nearby

  • Jennette's Pier - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Nags Head Golf Links - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Jockey's Ridge State Park - 7 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Pirate's Cove Marina - 7 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Nags Head Fishing Pier - 9 min drive - 5.4 miles

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Moon Beach Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Fish Heads Bar & Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Miller's Waterfront Restaurant - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Blue Heron Motel

Hotel near Outer Banks Beaches
Located close to Jennette's Pier and Pirate's Cove Marina, Blue Heron Motel has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool and an indoor pool, along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • An electric car charging station, express check-in, and a vending machine
  • A 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Blue Heron Motel boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Shower/tub combinations, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Full-sized refrigerators/freezers, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Indoor pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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 cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from May 01 to October 01

Property is also known as

Blue Heron Motel NAGS HEAD
Blue Heron Motel
Blue Heron NAGS HEAD
Blue Heron Motel Hotel
Blue Heron Motel NAGS HEAD
Blue Heron Motel Hotel NAGS HEAD

Frequently asked questions

Does Blue Heron Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is Blue Heron Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 25.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Blue Heron Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Blue Heron Motel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Blue Heron Motel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Blue Heron Motel located?

This Nags Head hotel is on the beach, 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Outer Banks Beaches, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Jennette's Pier and Jockey's Ridge State Park. Pirate's Cove Marina and Nags Head Fishing Pier are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Blue Heron Motel Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

8.0

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 159 out of 304 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 80 out of 304 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 304 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 304 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 304 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place! Would stay many more times!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient and affordable, helpful staff, great location.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nivedita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet property. Right on the beach. Accessible to a lot of nice restaurants and shops.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rinaldo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
beautiful view
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pastor Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location right on the beach with access through a rear door to the room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed was comfortable. Room very spacious and the balcony view was excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
For the price of the hotel,
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Rena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very good location. Property needs sone TLC. Overall very quiet and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

casey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hidden gem! Quiet, clean, rooms are very spacious and all open to the beachfront, great outdoor lounging at your backdoor, we had a very pleasurable experience!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's not fancy, but it's a great location, fantastic beach access, nice staff, and affordable. We loved our time here. The kitchen was great and I loved sitting on the shared back deck/porch. And indoor and outdoor pools. Will definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean, affordable ocean front rooms, we will definitely return net time we are in Nags Head.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Athanasios

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great that we walked out of the room and we practically already on the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a old 3 story motel, with a luggage elevator. I loved this place the minute I got in my room. I was right on the beach, it's old in a reto way. I would stay here again. The view from the third floor rooms was breath taking. Stay if you can.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and great price!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This Motel gets it.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Courtney

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you are looking for anything nice, this is not the hotel. Had it not been Labor Day weekend, I would have found somewhere else to stay. The room wasn’t very clean, stains on the towels and the walls were gross. Wiped water off the floor and towel was dirty from it. Had to have the AC very cold to keep the room from feeling gross.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Demetrius

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I love how close it is to the beach and how every room has an ocean side. Sometimes you can hear street noise from the main drag in our room, however to be fair there was a car show in the park two blocks away. Really love staying here.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHARLES

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location. It's on the ocean with ocean front views.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth

beautiful view, everything you need for a sandy ocean side vacation: good ac, comfortable clean room, pools, outdoor showers, access to the beach 10 feet from my door. Thank you, genuinely.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room very clean will stay here again soon
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and helpful, renovations are nice.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great location and price. Staff was very friendly. Could use some updates but, I will come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wilson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A great little motel on the beach

It was a nice location on the beach. We went for a car show and it was a perfect location. Nothing fancy but solid place to stay for a night or two. Friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ebony

Liked: Amenities
Very easy check in! Polite staff. Clean rooms and although I didnt get in the pools they looked clean and inviting. Overall a wonderful stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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