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Dolphin Oceanfront Motel

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A beach house with a pier extending into the ocean. - Dolphin Oceanfront Motel (Nags Head)
A swimming pool with lounge chairs, a lifeguard stand, and a Dolphin Inn sign. - Dolphin Oceanfront Motel (Nags Head)
A beachfront building with multiple rooms, a sandy beach in front, and a clear sky. - Dolphin Oceanfront Motel (Nags Head)
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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Courtyard View - Dolphin Oceanfront Motel (Nags Head)
Dolphin Oceanfront Motel provides a terrace and more. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, fishing, and surfing. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, two chairs, a small table, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Courtyard View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(50 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There are framed pictures on the wall and a ceiling light fixture.

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Courtyard View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(51 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Located on the beach, Dolphin Oceanfront Motel is in South Nags Head, a neighborhood in Nags Head. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Cape Hatteras National Seashore. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Full Throttle Speedway, or consider a night out at Tale of the Whale. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and horse riding. Visit our Nags Head travel guide
Map
8017 Old Oregon Inlet Rd., Nags Head, NC, 27959

What's nearby

  • A beach house on a pier with a sandy beach and ocean waves.
    Nags Head Beach
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A pier with a building on stilts, a fish logo, and a sign reading "Jennette's Pier".
    Jennette's Pier
    4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A road sign for the IANGER OUTLET CENTER and a sign for the FACTORY MERCHANTS OUTLETS.
    Outlets Nags Head
    14 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Whalebone Junction
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Whalebone Junction Information Center
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Blue Moon Beach Grill
    6 min drive
  • Fish Heads Bar & Grill
    4 min drive
  • Miller's Waterfront Restaurant
    18 min walk
  • Sonic Drive-In
    4 min drive
  • KFC
    5 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Surfing/bodyboarding

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 1952
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch TV with cable channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

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

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 10 per pet, per day, plus a deposit of USD 10 per night

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

2 total pets

Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 10 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per day
  • 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 to October
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Frequently asked questions

Does Dolphin Oceanfront Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is Dolphin Oceanfront Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a deposit of USD 10 per night and a fee of USD 10 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Dolphin Oceanfront Motel?

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

What time is check-out at Dolphin Oceanfront Motel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Dolphin Oceanfront Motel located?

Nestled on the beach, this South Nags Head hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Nags Head Beach, Whalebone Junction, and Tale of the Whale. Whalebone Junction Information Center and Outlets Nags Head are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Dolphin Oceanfront Motel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 369 out of 706 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 206 out of 706 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 85 out of 706 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 706 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 706 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Malgorzata

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place and location will be back !
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Just steps to the beach and welcome to pets.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff here is awesome and friendly. Laid back vibe hotel just as advertised. Steps from a beautiful beach, walking distance to good food and a local fishing pier. Pool was clean, rooms were too.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay! Friendly staff. Great location
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good beach access and staff was very nice. Room was clean and air conditioner was very cold and worked great.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gulnur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay at this motel. The property was very nice, and we especially enjoyed the easy access to the beach. The staff was friendly, polite, and always helpful. Check-in and check-out were quick and easy, which made our stay even more convenient. We really enjoyed our experience and would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Stacy Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location,nice helpfull staff and they allow fur babies!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great time. Loved the location, super clean and cute. Great time at pool and beach. Helpful friendly staff. Courtyard with everyone on their porches was a vibe!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Kasey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed a couple nights before checking into our beach house. Staff was friendly and very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Kizzy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean , cute and quaint. Staff was very nice and helpful but, parking was limited and they didn’t have an iron or ironing board. Other than that the stay was comfortable and I would make arrangements to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, well appointed
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff location and cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The motel property was in pristine condition, the staff (the front desk person and the general manager were so helpful, welcoming and friendly. We had a great evening meeting other guests in the courtyard area. I just wish we could've stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kyra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right on the beach, very well maintained and clean, friendly staff. We had everything we needed!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Reagan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean rooms with perfect location to beach, restaurants and activities. Extreamly friendly and welcoming staff
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed at this property many times! We love the area, the staff and the rooms are always very clean!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly efficient staff Beach vibe-no rush, no worries!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Bruna

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The location of the hotel is excellent and was one of the things we liked the most\. The atmosphere is very quiet and relaxed, and you have a lot of freedom without anyone bothering you\. The staff was also very friendly, and the hotel is truly pet\-friendly, which was a big plus for us since we were traveling with our dogs\. On the other hand, the cleanliness was disappointing\. The bathroom had a strong urine smell, and some of the towels were already dirty even though we had not used them, which was unpleasant\. Another thing that could be improved is the TV, as it would be nice to have streaming options such as Netflix\. Overall, we really liked the location, the peaceful atmosphere, and how welcoming they were with our dogs, but I do think they need to pay much more attention to the cleanliness of the rooms\.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Will

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very nice and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Corrye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect weekend getaway! Very close to ocean…pool was perfect! Close to restaurants. Will definitely be back to stay again! Staff was friendly. Room was clean and updated!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Chelsea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful time during our stay here! They were extremely accommodating and it was awesome to be able to walk right out to the beach from our hotel. Everything had been recently updated and was well-maintained. They do allow pets and there was a small fee ($10 per night) that we had to pay when we checked in.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

bethany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and check in was seamless. The room was clean and we had no issues when asking for extra towels/blankets/etc. Check out was quick and easy by just dropping the keys in the drop box out front. Will definitely consider this place again for a stay in Nags Head.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room ! Helpful staff !
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Willie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great pet friendly beach front. Friendly and courteous staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff work very hard daily to accommodate your needs and wants..great people especially Snoop. Also the room and pool were perfect. All backs up onto the magnificent beach and front side is the in the middle of great food,entertainment and shops. Very convenient!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026