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Tar Heel Motel

2.5 star property
Beachfront motel in Nags Head with free parking

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Single Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio
Single Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets
Seasonal outdoor pool
Garden
Located near Nags Head Golf Links, Tar Heel Motel offers a refreshing retreat with a seasonal outdoor pool and free in-room WiFi. Unwind on the terrace or by the barbecue grills, and take advantage of express check-in and luggage storage.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Single Room, 1 King Bed | Bathroom | Free toiletries, towels

Single Room, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Single Room, 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
7010 S. Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head, NC, 27959

What's nearby

  • beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Jennette's Pier - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Nags Head Golf Links - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Jockey's Ridge State Park - 6 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Nags Head Fishing Pier - 8 min drive - 5.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Fish Heads Bar & Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Miller's Waterfront Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Dunes Restaurant - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Tar Heel Motel

Motel near Nags Head Golf Links
Located close to Jennette's Pier and Pirate's Cove Marina, Tar Heel Motel provides a terrace. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and a vending machine
  • Barbecue grills, smoke-free premises, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and feature comforts such as furnished patios and laptop-compatible safes, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 floor
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 1952
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Laptop-compatible safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express 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

Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with special check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per accommodation, per day
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

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per accommodation, 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and 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 to October

Property is also known as

Tar Heel Motel Nags Head
Tar Heel Motel
Tar Heel Nags Head
Tar Heel Hotel
Tar Heel Motel Motel
Tar Heel Motel Nags Head
Tar Heel Motel Motel Nags Head

Frequently asked questions

Does Tar Heel Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is Tar Heel Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 25 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Tar Heel Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Tar Heel Motel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tar Heel Motel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Tar Heel Motel located?

Located in Whalebone, this motel is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Nags Head Golf Links and within 6 mi (10 km) of Jennette's Pier and Pirate's Cove Marina. Jockey's Ridge State Park and Nags Head Fishing Pier are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Tar Heel Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 184 out of 372 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 132 out of 372 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 372 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 372 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 372 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Priscilla

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's the perfect place for a short trip to the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Thank you for such great accommodations and service.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, great location!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great little place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

DIANE

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

Great little beach spot!

Excellent location! Great price and adequate comfort.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Troy

Liked: Cleanliness
It is an old updated clean motel. Walls are very thin so outside noise is a problem. Fine for a night or two
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

jill

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was newly updated and perfect for family.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay. Cute beachy motel. Located within a safe area. Very clean. Quiet. Parking was available but limited. Check in was easy via a keypad. If we did have our baby with us, a pack n play probably wouldn’t have fit in the room- heads up to other parents with young ones. Would recommend this place to others.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome spot. Convenient and fit our needs
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cute, up to date, easily accessible, and very affordable
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay. The staff was nice and friendly. Love that it’s a mom and pop not corporate. It was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value with very close access to the beach! Clean room. Well-managed facility!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

william

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
..
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the basic kitchen set up and the same of the room was perfect for our family of three.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute room with a 2 chair table for eating and plenty of space in the room.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Libni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a very nice and relaxing experience.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather

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

Great!

Everything was great - communication through email made check in easy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice room very close to the beach. The outside looks a little run down but the room was fresh and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

PRESTON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Pleasant

Our stay was pleasant. Comfortable room and quiet area. The bath tub plug was rusted, couldnt close it. No hair dryer. We would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Travis Storm

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet. Impeccably clean. Great restaurant beside of property. Would love to see more outdoor seating. A chair in the room would have been nice. Would highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bruce Harris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An older but well maintained facility. I like any motel or restaurant that’s older than me!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
No Wi-Fi. Overpriced.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bathroom is tiny. Parking is interesting. You park “right” outside your door , or within a few feet of it. Public beach access is right across the street. The room was clean and the staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

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