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Dolphin Oceanfront Motel

2.0 star property

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Exterior
Seasonal outdoor pool, pool umbrellas
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Courtyard View
Courtyard
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Courtyard View

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

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8017 Old Oregon Inlet Rd., Nags Head, NC, 27959
  • Place, beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Jennette's Pier
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Nags Head Golf Links
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪12 min drive‬

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Courtyard View

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Courtyard View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(37 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Courtyard View

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Courtyard View

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

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About this property

Dolphin Oceanfront Motel

Beach hotel in Nags Head with free parking
Guests at this beach hotel will appreciate convenient onsite amenities such as barbecue grills and a picnic area.
Dolphin Oceanfront Motel offers 43 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Televisions come with cable channels.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a seasonal outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Dolphin Oceanfront Motel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Outer Banks Beaches. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self parking, plus a seasonal outdoor pool.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Take a swim in the seasonal outdoor pool
  • Amenities include a terrace
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the clean accommodations
  • Just a 3-minute walk from Outer Banks Beaches and a 1-minute drive from Jennette's Pier
  • Pets welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
As a guest of Dolphin Oceanfront Motel, you'll find a seasonal outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills. WiFi is free in public spaces. Dolphin Oceanfront Motel also features a picnic area, express check-out, and pool umbrellas. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Nags Head hotel.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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 lift (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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets: USD 10 per pet, per day, plus a deposit of USD 10 per night
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet deposit: USD 10 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
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
The front desk at this property is open daily from 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM.
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in October.
  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

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Reviews

Dolphin Oceanfront Motel Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 295 out of 597 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 182 out of 597 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 77 out of 597 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 597 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 597 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Devin

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My children and I have stayed here before. We love the convenience of being right by the ocean and close to the pier. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Great pet friendly stay on the beach

We had a great stay olace was clean and great for pets. The pool was very clean and well kept.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s all one level and a short walk to the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Randall

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pool, and close to restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Great place but needs comforters on their beds

Great little place with nice ocean view and beach acces. Convient and close to all the stores, bars and restaurant. Bed were pretty comfortable but the comforters were missing. I wish they were at least some blankets in a room.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The room I stayed in was small. Very clean but small room and bathroom. It was fine for a weekend but i wouldn't do longer than that. The pool was a bit dirt, nothing gross but debris wasnt removed and appeared to have sand in the corners. Parking is super tight. We are in a chevy silverado and it was pretty tough parking some days. Clealiness was the best quality of this accommodation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay close to everything. The only thing that would be nice is some hooks for bathroom door are out in the room. Maybe another shelf above the toilet since it’s limit space. These are just suggestions. Over we would come back great price right on the beach.
Beach by motel real nice not crowed
Beach
Love that it was dog friendly
Love that it was dog friendly
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

tristan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Right on the beach, perfect for families. Beds were comfy. Close walk to the pier, plus taco bell and KFC.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luciano

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hunter

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second time staying here, just as amazing as last year! Peaceful atmosphere. Breezeway that goes right out to the beach, pet friendly(we brought our dog), access to sidewalk if you want to walk or ride your bike to restaurants or places nearby, and a 7/11 that’s a 1 minute drive away if you need anything that’s not offered by the motel. Jim (the owner) is a very accommodating person and hard worker. We appreciated his hospitality greatly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Darla

Travelled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Basic room with nice beach and friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bob

All you need to enjoy the beach !

Wonderful location, basic beach accommodations, pleasant Manager and staff. Inexpensive and unpretentious.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lacy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Paula

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved the Adirondack chairs on the patio and being steps from the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank, Chesterfield

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location and very friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Jim and staff are very friendly and always cleaning around the property. We really enjoyed the beach and its surroundings. Room was comfortable. Dog friendly ❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Easy access to the beach. Friendly atmosphere.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Good
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025