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Dolphin Oceanfront Motel

2.0 star property
Beachside hotel to enjoy seasonal outdoor pool and sand beach

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Exterior
Exterior
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Courtyard View
On the beach, surfing, fishing
Front of property
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

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Courtyard View

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Courtyard View

Highlights

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

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Courtyard View

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Courtyard View

Highlights

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

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About the area

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

What's nearby

  • Outlets Nags Head - 12 min walk
  • Jennette's Pier - 1 min drive
  • Nags Head Golf Links - 4 min drive
  • Jockey's Ridge State Park - 7 min drive
  • Nags Head Fishing Pier - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 11 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

Hotel near Outer Banks Beaches
Dolphin Oceanfront Motel provides a terrace and more. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, fishing and surfing. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool with pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out and barbecues
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Dolphin Oceanfront Motel have comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 43-inch TVs with streaming services and cable channels
  • Porches or lanais, fridges and microwaves

Languages

English

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)

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 and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
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 are allowed for an extra charge of USD 10, per pet, per day, plus a deposit of USD 10 per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 10 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The seasonal pool will be open from May to October
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is 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

Does Dolphin Oceanfront Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is Dolphin Oceanfront Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a deposit of USD 10 per night and a fee of USD 10 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Dolphin Oceanfront Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Dolphin Oceanfront Motel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dolphin Oceanfront Motel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Dolphin Oceanfront Motel located?

Nestled on the beach, this South Nags Head hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Outer Banks Beaches, Whalebone Junction and Whalebone Junction Information Center. Outer Banks Fishing Pier and Outlets Nags Head are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Dolphin Oceanfront Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 213 out of 483 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 158 out of 483 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 73 out of 483 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 483 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 483 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay for the price. Will definitely book here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great vacation
Great staff and beautiful location. Easy access to beach. Safe parking, staff constantly updating building and chairs on front porch of room
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Cynthia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful time. Close to things we wanted to see. Clean, staff were wonderful, and it was right on the beach. In the bathroom, there wasn’t any place to put toothpaste toothe paste, face soap etc. Our microwave didn’t work well. But, we had suxh a wonderful time and we would definitely go there again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

SHAREE

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was great! We were in Nags Head for a surf competition. The weather and swell forecast were both constantly changing and the competition continued to go on hold while we waited for weather and wind to clear the area. We were unsure of how long we would be there, and our check out date was likely to change. The owner was extremely flexible with our checkout time and accommodating to the fact that we might need to extend our stay. Luckily, we did not need to do so, but we truly appreciate the flexibility and consideration for our situation. The room was clean, quiet and comfortable. Would definitely recommend and would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Travelled with group
Liked: Amenities
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Ben

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hunter

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is probably the best motel I’ve ever stayed at. Very accommodating, the pool is in a great location for windy days. Being able to walk right onto the beach is amazing, and it’s a beautiful beach. The pet friendly environment is perfect for animal lovers. Plenty of places to eat very close, some even in walking distance including a convenience store. Staff was awesome, friendly, and very hard working. If I was criticize anything, it would just be that the bathroom in our room atleast, didn’t have a fan. Hot showers get very steamy. Overall an amazing place , beautiful, very enjoyable. 10/10 would recommend.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with family
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzette

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So happy we found this motel at the last minute. Would stay again but request a room with sliding back door facing the beach. From our room it was only a couple minutes to the beach. Prefer queen size beds however we made it work with the full size beds. Friendly staff and the room was clean. Bring hair dryer or ask at desk if available(?). Walking distance to the pier and some restaurants. Close to Holy Trinity Catholic Church. Really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Sandy

Liked: Amenities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Heaven on Earth
Perfect as always . It is a well kept place and convenient to many restaurants and shops. Beautiful views of the ocean and the sound
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stay every years
The way the room is set up the bed is behind a wall and the air conditioner is on other side of wall. So you have to lay at the foot end of your bed to feel any air conditioning. Room was hot, I had to buy a fan just to circulate the air. Bring a blanket, the blanket they supply is old and very thin. No typical amenities like most hotel/motel. The only real plus is the dog fee is only $10 per night compared to other places. Staff is very friendly and accommodating. Pool is clean but not heated.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

christine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Everything was perfect. Very clean. Have been coming here for years. Love it and you are right on the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is fantastic, better than a big chain, and the beach access is great!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beachfront Motor Lodge
Well-maintained older Motor Lodge style motel. Very friendly and accommodating grounds and pool very clean. Walkway directly onto beach behind hotel walking distance to Jeanette pier and several restaurants. Only complaint would be a lack of parking and the AC units in the room need to be bigger.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

r

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Oldie but goodie!
This is an old, basic motel, BUT it was quiet and very clean. The beds were comfortable and it was nicely decorated. The price and convenience to the beach was perfect. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Tessa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was small but not uncomfortably so. The bathroom was real nice. The location of the property is great and the access to the beach is a huge bonus. Our room had a pretty odd and unpleasant smell, it’s honestly the only real complaint. Parking is kind of annoying, but it isn’t a real problem.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Haw

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay. Clean and well maintained. Right on the beach and near a few good spots to walk to.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024