Jockey's Ridge State Park - 5 min drive - 3.5 miles
Nags Head Fishing Pier - 8 min drive - 5.1 miles
Getting around
Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF) - 113 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 8 min drive
Blue Moon Beach Grill - 4 min drive
KFC - 19 min walk
Sonic Drive-In - 2 min drive
Duck Donuts - 3 min drive
About this property
Surf Side Hotel
Hotel near Outer Banks Beaches
Close to Jennette's Pier, Surf Side Hotel provides a free breakfast buffet, a free daily manager's reception, and a terrace. With a beachfront location, sun loungers, and surfing, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Enjoy onsite activities like windsurfing and fishing. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a 24-hour business center.
Other perks at this hotel include:
An indoor pool and an outdoor pool, with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
Free self parking
Beach towels, barbecue grills, and coffee/tea in the lobby
A vending machine, an elevator, and a 24-hour front desk
Guest reviews say great things the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 76 individually decorated rooms have perks such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
Tubs or showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
50-inch TVs with Netflix, Hulu, and streaming services
Wardrobes/closets, microwaves, and travel cribs
Languages
English
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free self parking on site
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Coffee and tea in common areas
Free daily manager's reception
Things to do
Fishing
Hot tub
Indoor pool
Outdoor pool
Surfing/bodyboarding
Windsurfing
Family friendly
Fenced pool
In-room microwave
Indoor pool
Outdoor pool
Pool gate
Soundproofed rooms
Travel crib
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Vending machine
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Business services
24-hour business center
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Beach loungers
Beach towels
On the beach
Picnic area
Pool loungers
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.
Elevator (48 inch wide door)
Smooth flooring in room
Thin carpet in room
Tile flooring in room
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
More
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Towels provided
Entertainment
50-inch TV with premium cable channels
Hulu
Netflix
Streaming services
Food and drink
Champagne service
Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
More
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Heating
Individual decor
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Safe
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and outdoor lighting
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's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or hot tub without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Surf Side Hotel have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool.
Is Surf Side Hotel pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at Surf Side Hotel?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Surf Side Hotel?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Surf Side Hotel?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Where is Surf Side Hotel located?
Nestled on the beach, this Nags Head hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Outer Banks Beaches, Full Throttle Speedway, and Mutiny Bay Adventure Golf. First Flight Adventure Park and Outlets Nags Head are also within 15 minutes.
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Surf Side Hotel Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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Just a terrific place to experience the Ocean.. great food in the surrounding area. Clean.. just absolutely a wonderful experience. Hope to go again next year and bring family members too!!
Wonderful week we spent here. Well maintained property, great breakfast every morning, loved the wine and cheese tasting every evening.
Staff was great , beach access was amazing..
Definitely will be back
Bobbi
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Shauna
Jun 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Hotel w/beach views, with the sand only steps away.
Right on the beach which is what we wanted. Enjoyed the wine social. Our room was comfortable with a fridge and microwave. Great breakfast each morning
George
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Steven
Apr 27, 2025
Liked: Amenities
Clean ,great staff, good location will definitely stay here again
Very happy with our choice of Surf Side Hotel in Nags Head, NC. Clean rooms, friendly staff, good included breakfast, nice pool, and chocolate chip cookies at 8pm. Located near many good restaurants just a short drive away.
Perfectly perched on a gorgeous beach with plenty of fun activities and eateries surrounding the hotel. Spacious rooms with great amenities, a lovely breakfast and fun perks like wine and cheese and cookies for guests. Ample parking, beach chairs and laundry services make it a perfect worry free getaway.
We loved the breakfast. We loved the beach and the 2 swimming pools and the hot tub. We spent everyday in the ocean easy access from the hotel and the pools. The kids loved walks on the beach at night chasing ghost crabs. My 9yr old son told me this was the best week of his life! This really was a great family vacation spot.
We loved staying here! The breakfast was awesome, they had different options everyday. The location and view from the hotel and our room was amazing, the staff was so nice and helpful, and we loved the wine hour in the evening! We highly recommend this hotel and can’t wait to return!
We enjoyed our stay! The location is great. The hotel was clean. Cocktail reception and cookies were a plus! The breakfast was great too! Would stay again!
The room was great. Very clean. Location was excellent right on the ocean. Great amenities. Overall a lovely place close to everything. Would definitely stay again.
Had a great experience staying here. Good breakfast and wine social! Close to the beach!
Dinesh
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jeffrey
Jun 14, 2025
Liked: Amenities
Very nice and clean property right on the beach!!
Rooms were spacious. Air conditioning worked perfectly. Shower and bathroom were clean.
Staff were very friendly. A lot of things to do close by.
Would definitely stay again!!