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Tar Heel Motel

2.5 star property
Beachfront motel within easy reach of Nags Head Golf Links

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Single Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Single Room, 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets
Seasonal outdoor pool
Seasonal outdoor pool

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
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.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (9)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • On the beach
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Vending machine
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Cable TV service

Room options

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

Single Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

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

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

Single Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Outlets Nags Head - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Jennette's Pier - 1 min drive - 0.8 km
  • Nags Head Golf Links - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Jockey's Ridge State Park - 6 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Nags Head Fishing Pier - 7 min drive - 7.6 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 12 min drive
  • Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF) - 113 min drive
  • Greenville, NC (PGV-Pitt-Greenville) - 143 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Moon Beach Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Duck Donuts - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Miller's Waterfront Restaurant - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Tar Heel Motel

When you stay at Tar Heel Motel, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Outer Banks Beaches and Cape Hatteras National Seashore. Guests can take a dip in the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 32 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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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
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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
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

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

Parking

    • Onsite parking available only on request
    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Barbecue grills

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Beach nearby

Services

  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 3 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1952
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Furnished patio
  • Individually decorated

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per accommodation, per day

Parking

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • The seasonal pool is open from May to October

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

Tar Heel Motel Nags Head
Tar Heel Motel
Tar Heel Nags Head
Tar Heel Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Does Tar Heel Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Tar Heel Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Tar Heel Motel?

Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Tar Heel Motel?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 25 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Tar Heel Motel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Tar Heel Motel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Tar Heel Motel and nearby?

Tar Heel Motel has a seasonal outdoor pool and a picnic area.

Does Tar Heel Motel have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a furnished patio.

What's the area around Tar Heel Motel like?

Tar Heel Motel is a short 3-minute walk from Outer Banks Beaches and 6 minutes' walk from Outlets Nags Head.

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Tar Heel Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Location
Bed
Service staff
Beach
Shower
Outdoor
Building
Air conditioning
Refrigerator

What guests liked

  • The property offers a convenient and clean beach access with a short walking distance to the beach. (6 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay, great location!
Denlin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great little place to stay!
William, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Not a luxury motel, but serviceable. Would stay there again.
Patrick, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The grass outside had spurs. Not great for dog. The TV didn’t eork
Phyllis, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Weekend getaway

Great little place for a weekend getaway that did not break the bank. Room was very clean with solid amenities. Really enjoyed the boutique hotel experience the Tar Heel offered.
Travis, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great little beach spot!

Excellent location! Great price and adequate comfort.
DIANE, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great weekend getaway with the girls!
Lynn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean and great location.
Julianna, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice Hotel
Michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room was very clean and the location was great!
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very cute, up to date, easily accessible, and very affordable
Cody, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome spot. Convenient and fit our needs
Jason, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice place.
Jeff, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice Motel for a one night passer by stay
Andrea, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was newly updated and perfect for family.
jill, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great value with very close access to the beach! Clean room. Well-managed facility!
Kevin, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Easy place to get to and close to a lot of restaurants to walk to.
Jason, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great motel, we try to get a couple days here every year. Very clean room and pool was great, kids loved it. I highly recommend.
JAMES, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice stay
chance, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved how cute and nice everything was.
Jana, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Cute room with a 2 chair table for eating and plenty of space in the room.
Tracy, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Stay was satisfaction, it is convenient to beach access, it is an older 1 level motel But was competively priced and had a nice pool.
Jack, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Pet friendly and conveniently located
Nina, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

LOVED It!

Stayed for one night, loved the check in process, the room was super clean, bed super comfy! I do wish the parking lot was a little bigger, but regardless, I will definitely be staying here again!
Jonathan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect solo trip with my dog across from beach
2-night trip