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Dolphin Oceanfront Motel

2.0 star property
On beach with seasonal outdoor pool, near Jennette's Pier

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

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$169
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept

Explore the area

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8017 Old Oregon Inlet Rd., Nags Head, NC, 27959
  • Jennette's Pier
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Outlets Nags Head
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Nags Head Golf Links
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Courtyard View

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Courtyard View

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Courtyard View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(36 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Courtyard View

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Courtyard View

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Courtyard View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(35 reviews)

Highlights

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

About the area

Nags Head

At Dolphin Oceanfront Motel you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Outer Banks Beaches and Whalebone Junction. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include free in-room WiFi. .Spend the day at the beach where you'll find surfing/body boarding, and enjoy the on-site seasonal outdoor swimming pool. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a terrace and barbecues. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this South Nags Head hotel include Jennette's Pier and Cape Hatteras National Seashore.

What's nearby

  • beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • 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

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Moon Beach Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Fish Heads Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Miller's Waterfront Restaurant - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Dolphin Oceanfront Motel

On beach with seasonal outdoor pool, near Jennette's Pier
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.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 43 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1952
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Dolphin Oceanfront Motel offers 43 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and free toiletries. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a shower.

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

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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 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: 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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

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

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in October.
  • Children aged 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

Dolphin Motel
Dolphin Oceanfront
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Dolphin Oceanfront Motel Nags Head
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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Dolphin Oceanfront Motel?

Yep, Dolphin Oceanfront Motel has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Dolphin Oceanfront Motel?

As of 11 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dolphin Oceanfront Motel on 21 Sept 2025 start from AU$168.66, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Dolphin Oceanfront Motel?

Yep, Dolphin Oceanfront Motel is a short 3-minute walk from Outer Banks Beaches. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and waterskiing. You can also find boat tours.

Does Dolphin Oceanfront Motel have a pool?

Dolphin Oceanfront Motel has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open from May to October.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Dolphin Oceanfront Motel?

No, Dolphin Oceanfront Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Dolphin Oceanfront Motel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Dolphin Oceanfront Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 279 out of 575 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 178 out of 575 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 76 out of 575 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 575 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 575 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

June

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, with direct beach access from the property!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emmie

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Betty

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved everything about it. Can't wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melinda

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is PERFECT if you want to be right on the beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Staci

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Patsy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I'm on oxygen they wouldn't even bring supplies to room or clean the room had to buy all my ice was expensive to stay there not worth the price
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

william

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great manager
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hollie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
As always beautiful views and great for a short stay. Great customer service and can’t wait for the next time
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mikaila

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice cute property
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erick

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would highly recommend this property for a stay at the beach. The staff were friendly, helpful, and very professional. The rooms were clean, comfortable, and well supplied. Access to the the beach was very convenient and points of interest for us were close.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

RONALD

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I loved the fact my dog was welcome here. Easy access to the beach. Glad I upgraded to a beach access room. However. Not sure I got an Expedia deal on this. Also. The clerk named Jim wanted cash for the upgrade. I didn’t have it. Yet when I asked at check out for change for. 50. He said he did not have it. Disappointed. This was for my tip to cleaning lady. I don’t have much in monetary value. But I believe in tipping and buying items in the area I stay in. It’s called. CONTRIBUTING TO THE COMMUNITY YOU ARE VISITING. AKA. putting $ Into the area. No matter how much you may or not have
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly, Tucson

Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place and right on the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Outer Banks getaway

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.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Collette

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked that the property was close to the beach. The water pressure was not the greatest in the shower.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Weekend Get Away

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
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here before. Great location, right on the beach. Close to the pier. Food places close. We brought our pet, he loves the beach. Do recommend❤️❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ocean front living…

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

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