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Dolphin Oceanfront Motel

2.0 star property
Beachfront hotel within walking distance of Jennette's Pier

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Seasonal outdoor pool, pool umbrellas
Reception
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Courtyard View | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Bask in the sun at Dolphin Oceanfront Motel, where beachfront living meets laid-back vibes. Enjoy surfing and fishing right outside your door, or take a break from the action with a refreshing dip in the seasonal outdoor pool and relax on the terrace. Stay connected with WiFi, fire up your grill for an evening barbecue and park your car conveniently. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (7)

  • On the beach
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Terrace
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Surfing/body boarding

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Yard
$149 nightly
The total price is $168
Jun 12 - Jun 13
Total includes taxes and fees

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Courtyard View | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Courtyard View

Highlights

Yard
Porch/lanai
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Courtyard View | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Courtyard View

Highlights

Yard
Porch/lanai
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
8017 Old Oregon Inlet Rd., Nags Head, NC, 27959

What's nearby

  • Jennette's Pier - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Outlets Nags Head - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Nags Head Golf Links - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Jockey's Ridge State Park - 7 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Nags Head Fishing Pier - 9 min drive - 9.9 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 11 min drive
  • Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF) - 109 min drive
  • Greenville, NC (PGV-Pitt-Greenville) - 130 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Blue Moon Beach Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Duck Donuts - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Dolphin Oceanfront Motel

Dolphin Oceanfront Motel puts you just a 5-minute drive from Outer Banks Beaches and Jennette's Pier. Guests can enjoy the seasonal outdoor pool, along with onsite surfing/body boarding. Also, this hotel is within a short drive of Cape Hatteras National Seashore. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 43 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
DONE

Children

    • Children (18 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (2 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Restrictions apply*
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Barbecue grills

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Surfing/body boarding
  • Fishing
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1952
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • No elevator (single level property)

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 43-inch TV
  • Cable TV channels
  • Streaming services

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled) and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Porch or lanai
  • Yard

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Microwave

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pet deposit: USD 10 per night
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 10 per pet, per day

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • The seasonal pool is open from May to October

Policies

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.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

Dolphin Motel
Dolphin Oceanfront
Dolphin Oceanfront Motel
Dolphin Oceanfront Motel Nags Head
Dolphin Oceanfront Nags Head
Dolphin Oceanfront Hotel Nags Head
Dolphin Oceanfront Nags Head
Dolphin Oceanfront Motel Hotel
Dolphin Oceanfront Motel Nags Head
Dolphin Oceanfront Motel Hotel Nags Head

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Dolphin Oceanfront Motel?

Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Dolphin Oceanfront Motel?

Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 10 per pet, per day, and there's also a deposit of USD 10 per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Dolphin Oceanfront Motel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Dolphin Oceanfront Motel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Dolphin Oceanfront Motel and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like fishing and surfing. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy amenities like a seasonal outdoor pool and a picnic area.

Does Dolphin Oceanfront Motel have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a porch or lanai and a yard.

What's the area around Dolphin Oceanfront Motel like?

Dolphin Oceanfront Motel is located on the waterfront in South Nags Head, a short 12-minute walk from Outlets Nags Head and 3 minutes' walk from Outer Banks Beaches.

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Dolphin Oceanfront Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Beach
Service staff
Room
Location
Shower
Ocean
Parking
Family friendly
Bed
Bathroom

What guests liked

  • Beach access was easy and the location was perfect, right across the beach. (35 reviews)
  • Pet access was easy and welcomed, with many guests appreciating the ability to bring their pets to the beachfront location. (6 reviews)
  • The pool was a highlight, described as "awesome", "very good", and "clean" with daily maintenance. (6 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10

As always beautiful views and great for a short stay. Great customer service and can’t wait for the next time
2-night trip

10/10

Excellent location, service, beach access, comfort and cleanliness. Front desk staff as well as service staff were top notch. Great fishing near by and quick access to lots of food.
5-night trip

10/10

Great place for a weekend getaway, good beach access, good location, friendly staff. The hotel is older, but very well maintained. We will stay here again
2-night trip

10/10

Very enjoyable
1-night trip

10/10

Older hotel, but well taken care of. All of the staff we encountered were extremely courteous and helpful. Great location near everything we wanted to do.
2-night trip

6/10

Ocean front for a few - most room were not
1-night trip

10/10

Excellent stay for the price. Will definitely book here again.
3-night trip

10/10

This stay was picture perfect. Our room was on the ocean front. A sling glass door opened right out to the sand. 2 comfy chairs were directly outside in the sand. The ocean was just steps away. The room was very well decorated,the beds were quite comfortable, a small fridge and micowave were handy,a great drape to cover the window and a nice tv was available. This is a small Mom and Pop style motel that I would highly recommend.
2-night trip

10/10

Staff is fantastic, better than a big chain, and the beach access is great!
2-night trip

10/10

Great place to go to
1-night trip

10/10

Love that It was dog friendly and right on the beach !!!
5-night trip

10/10

Great staff and beautiful location. Easy access to beach. Safe parking, staff constantly updating building and chairs on front porch of room
5-night trip

10/10

We LOVE to stay at The Dolphin. It has become our go-to place to stay when we come down to the Outer Banks. The staff is very friendly! It's right on the beach and so close to everything else. Plus, the very kind and relaxing vibe will bring us back time and time again!
3-night trip

10/10

We upgraded on the advise of staff and couldn't be happier that we did-- woke up to the most amazing ocean view and sounds ever. Friendly, clean and the renovations look great. Will stay again!
1-night trip

8/10

Nice place to stay. Clean and well maintained. Right on the beach and near a few good spots to walk to.
4-night trip

10/10

Been staying there 14 years. Always have enjoyed my stay. Clean rooms and the staff always pleasant.
My dog always welcome. Love that she is part of the family. She has been going 12 years.
2-night trip

10/10

Been staying there 14 years. Always have enjoyed my stay. Clean rooms and the staff always pleasant.
My dog always welcome. Love that she is part of the family. She has been going 12 years.
2-night trip

10/10

Wonderful hotel oceanfront and nice quiet hotel with wonderful owner who makes you feel like you’re at home will definitely be making this our future vacation hotel
7-night trip

10/10

Excellent beachfront Iocation. Pet friendly!
2-night trip

10/10

Everything was great really nice place to visit
3-night trip

10/10

Beach vacation hotel was oceanfront owner of the hotel is so wonderful and makes the place feel like home will be making it our hotel for future vacation stays
1-night trip

8/10

This place is old and the rooms are small, but the staff is friendly, and the rooms are clean. It is a great beach trip motel. I would stay again and i would recommend to others.
4-night trip

10/10

Only a 2-night so didn't have a chance to interact with the staff other than check-in & check-out at which Jim was very friendly :) A very nice motel on the beach which led to a very relaxing stay!!!
2-night trip

10/10

It’s the place to be if you are a beach person
4-night trip

10/10

Nice clean reasonably priced motel right on the beach! Staff is friendly and you can tell they care about the motel. Older motel but kept up really nice and updated. Perfect for a trip to the beach.
1-night trip