Seahorse Inn and Cottages

2.5 star property

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Interior
Family Cottage, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchenette | Private kitchen
1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
Courtyard view
Classic Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette | In-room dining

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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7218 S Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head, NC, 27959
  • Place, Jennette's Pier
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Outlets Nags Head
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

Exclusive Cottage, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

7.8 out of 10
Good
(30 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

7.0 out of 10
Good
(22 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Comfort Single Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Family Cottage, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Economy Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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About this property

Seahorse Inn and Cottages

Motel with free parking, steps from Outer Banks Beaches
Along with express check-in, this smoke-free motel has express check-out and wedding services. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a picnic area and a vending machine.
Seahorse Inn and Cottages offers 33 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 40-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Nags Head motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Seahorse Inn and Cottages's great beach location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Outer Banks Beaches. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Services include wedding services
  • Guests really like the accommodations for the cleanliness and overall comfort
  • Steps from Outer Banks Beaches and Jennette's Pier
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
As a guest of Seahorse Inn and Cottages, you'll find a vending machine, a picnic area, and express check-in. Public spaces have free WiFi. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Nags Head motel is smoke free.


Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 3 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Built in 1973
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
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

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 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)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching 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! Up to 2 children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Utility fee: USD 1 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
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 8:30 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

  • Up to 2 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.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

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Seahorse Inn and Cottages Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 332 out of 958 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 342 out of 958 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 166 out of 958 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 72 out of 958 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 46 out of 958 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Brent

Travelled with group
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staircase was narrow and dirty. Stove in kitchen didn’t work, dirty windows and bath towels were thin, only coffee for one day, no maid service.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed there 4 nights during the Bluegrass festival in Manteo. It was very comfortable and clean with a microwave and fridge in our room. The place is a bit worn, but not terrible. It was a good value at approximately $75 per night.
View from the balcony
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Eris

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Old, basic

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Kaisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
There isn’t much sound-proofing between the rooms. The shampoo container in the shower was empty and there was mysterious blue stuff all over the shower curtain and wall. But it’s a great location and a good value for what you pay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Colleen

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room itself was not bad. The view was good. The TV setup was not up to date. Not good WiFi and no smart TV’s. Overall, it was okay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

LISA

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One of the worst places we have stayed in in the past 10 years. Extremely Musty smelling. I have asthma but it's not healthy for anyone to breathe this air quality of air. Black Mold was seen in the bathroom. All wall bathing fluids empty and a pain to get refilled so only got hand soap filled after having to go to front desk. Coffee pot only worked if you stood there holding down the lid for 10 minutes. Will NEVER stay at this place again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bronwyn

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This staff is efficient and friendly. Easy walk to local restaurant and Jeannette's Pier. We will definitely return next year!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The noisy neighbor next-door
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rima

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Jon

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our toilet didn’t work the first night and they took a while to move rooms. The staff wasn’t very helpful. We were trying to move rooms because they took the entire toilet off and put it in the shower. We thought that was enough to move us to a different room right away but it took a while for staff to do so. We have stayed here before and always have had good experiences but this time wasn’t very good.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness
The bathroom is too small for me. Very small shower that did not drain well. No light by the couch to be able to read by. Had to use headlamp at night to read.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Small can walk to ocean restraunts ext door
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great, pet friendly, price was great, and in a great location. If you have a big truck or suv, the parking can be tight but this place is great.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Larry

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Veronica

Travelled with family
Cottages could get a little makeover. More dishes etc
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

mary

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right across from the pier and next to Sam and Omies, had a nice stay, room was good and staff was friendly
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We Love the Seahorse Cottage!! This was our second visit to OBX and our second stay here. We had the same cottage as last year and it was great! It has everything you need and is very comfortable. The staff are friendly & helpful. Walking distance to the pier & beach , Cahoons market, restaurants, etc. Thank you again Seahorse staff!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Sue

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
It wasn’t very comfortable, I would have preferred a table and chairs vs a vinyl love seat. The room was fairly clean, but very old. Location was good. VERY noisy, especially the air conditioner. For the price we paid it was okay. Not sure we’d stay there again. Location was good
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
So much convenience! The market across the street has everything you need! From food too fishing and more. If they don't have it, you didn't need it. Jennette's Pier across the street, Sams and Omie's next door and Fatboyz Ice cream next door as well. Short drive to a must try food spot Fish heads! Location can't get about better. The water view we had in the classic room with a 180 view. So relaxing to wake up to. The staff here were very accommodating. Would stay here again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jason, Loves Park

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
Oven but no sheets. Bathroom door wouldn’t close.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Ronald

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was ok, room was not clean, humidifier leaked, not enough room to be comfortable parking places were to small
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a very convenient location for us. The room is always clean. We've stayed here for years and will definitely be returning.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025