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A room with two beds, a table, and a chair. The room has wooden paneling on the walls and a view of the ocean through the windows. - Sea Foam Motel (Nags Head)
A room with two beds, a small kitchenette, a dining table with chairs, and wooden walls. - Sea Foam Motel (Nags Head)
A building with a sign that reads "SEA FOAM" above a row of windows. - Sea Foam Motel (Nags Head)
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a view of the ocean. - Sea Foam Motel (Nags Head)
A room with a bed, a small table, and chairs, a lamp, and a view of the beach. - Sea Foam Motel (Nags Head)
Close to Jennette's Pier, Sea Foam Motel provides amenities like laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, Oceanfront

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a view of the ocean.

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, Oceanfront

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Oceanfront

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a view of the ocean.

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Oceanfront

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Oceanfront

A room with a bed, a small table, and chairs, a lamp, and a view of the beach.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Oceanfront

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Poolside

A room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a table, a refrigerator, and a television.

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Poolside

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Poolside

A room with two beds, a small kitchenette, a dining table with chairs, and wooden walls.

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Poolside

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located on the beach, Sea Foam Motel is in Whalebone, 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 Miller's Waterfront Restaurant. Visit our Nags Head travel guide
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7111 S Virginia Dare Trail, NAGS HEAD, NC 27959, Nags Head, NC, 27959

What's nearby

  • A pier extending into the ocean at sunset with wind turbines in the background.
    beach near Old Nags Head Cove
    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
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Whalebone Junction
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Tale of the Whale
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    7 min drive
  • Sonic Drive-In
    3 min drive
  • Miller's Waterfront Restaurant
    11 min walk
  • Blue Water Grill & Raw Bar
    5 min drive
  • The Dunes Restaurant
    5 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • On the beach

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 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)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

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
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 23 to September 26

Frequently asked questions

Does Sea Foam Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is Sea Foam Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sea Foam Motel?

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Sea Foam Motel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sea Foam Motel located?

Nestled on the beach, this Whalebone motel is within a 15-minute walk of Outlets Nags Head, Whalebone Junction, and Miller's Waterfront Restaurant. Tale of the Whale and Whalebone Junction Information Center are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Sea Foam Motel Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

7.2

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 47 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect vintage beach motel. Great location. Rooms were clean. Parking is a bit tight and rooms lack outlets, but overall a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jende

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views from room
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An oldie but goodie! Nice staff, dog friendly. Clean pool and rooms. We will return! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is great. Rooms are clean. There are plenty of great shops nearby and many within walking distance of the motel. The beach is just steps from your back door, with a great view. I love the back porch of the rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It was nice ocean front..wish the patio was more private..not enough chairs for each room outside..view was amazing..rooms are dated..beds were very comfortable that was a plus..the staff was very nice and very helpful..we did not have hot water the first night..but they fixes it as soon as i Emailed the office..
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Danielle

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place needs more than updated, it needs actual repairs. There were roaches, I even saw one in the room. The pool wasn’t open for the entire week we were there, which was one reason we booked this place. They didn’t even tell me at check-in, I found out through other guests. The cleaning staff was wonderful and so was the location. That was about it. Wouldn’t recommend or stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sharlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an ocean front room with the historic wood paneling. It was charming and comfortable. I loved having the ocean access. The only complaint came from my teenage companion. She was surprised at the lack of outlets for charging her many electronic devices. Myself, this was to be expected and I didn't stress over it! I will definitely stay here again when visiting the OBX. Thanks so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kasey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I cant in good faith give 5 stars for a motel that is severely dated however...I will say this place is "clean" on the inside, the grounds need some love. (Theynare currently doing renovations snd I am excited to return to see the updates). This little gem is hands down the best little hole in the wall motel that is ON THE BEACH and allows fur babies. Check in was a breeze and I love how connected they are to their history. They have coffee cups for every year the motel has been open - since 1948!! Thank you for a wonderful stay! We look forward to visiting again very soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Laureen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our entire reason for choosing Sea Foam was being on the beach with a pool. Well the pool was closed when we got there and remained closed the ENTIRE time, and still closed when we left. We had grandchildren who really looked forward to the pool. We were offered that we could drive down to the sister hotel but that completely missed the point of paying for a motel with a pool. The motel was cute but desperately in need of repairs. Doorknobs falling off/very difficult to turn. Peeling doors. Just generally not well maintained. Definitely clean, and the office staff and housekeepers were very kind and pleasant.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay at the Sea Foam Motel! One of the best parts was being able to walk straight onto the beach from our room. Having both a front and back door made it so convenient, and we loved relaxing on the patio with the ocean just steps away. Waking up to an incredible ocean view every morning was the perfect way to start the day. The beds were comfortable, the room had plenty of space, and there were more than enough outlets for all of our devices! If you’re looking for a clean, comfortable, beachfront stay in the OBX with easy beach access and beautiful views, we definitely recommend the Sea Foam Motel. We’d happily stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

ASHLEE

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I know it’s an older hotel but she needs some upgrades. Front and back door doesn’t shut all the way. No ventilation in the bathroom. Bathroom is really really old. The view was beautiful no doubt. Parking isn’t the best- narrow spots and limited spaces. Lamps are really old in the room. The ones in the wall aren’t stable and the lamp shades look 20 years old. Good place to lay your head if you plan on spending more time outside the room than in. Beach access is directly behind you if reserving a patio ground floor room. Convenient to walk right to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great little motel on the beach within walking distance to shops, things to do, and great food.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

BARBARA

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The place was clean and by the beach it was outdated and no snacks or breakfast
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very accommodating property, they went out of their way to make us feel welcome. Such a great night's sleep 😴
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a king bed with an ocean view. We had the best experience. This place is not fancy, but it's everything this new married couple needed. Plus, we loved playing cornhole by the pool and waking up to the sunrise.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Ocean view
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved how cozy and homey everything felt. The metal keys were a sweet touch. Only knowing one star because our bottom level oceanfront was blocked by a sand dune and we couldn’t see the ocean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Celene

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff. We had a lot of rain one night and the window and ceiling leaked really bad. There was sand in the bed as soon as we got in it. Also sand on the floor we couldn’t walk without shoes. Was very helpful when we got in super late though.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

LaVon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean. The staff was friendly. I did not have a patio or balcony to see the ocean.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our 2nd floor room was beachfront. The Nags Head Outlet was within walking distance as well as a huge "beach" store. The Sea Foam is an older historical motel that was recently sold. Yes, it is in need of repair and updating, however, it was clean, the beds were comfortable, and decent water pressure. It fit our needs. Word is that the new owners have big plans.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ricky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was okay, nice, clean room.The only thing the door would not stay shut
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

MARTHA E

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kelly

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026