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Seahorse Inn and Cottages

2.5 star property
Motel with free parking, steps from Outer Banks Beaches

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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

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

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

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

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

7.8 out of 10
Good
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Sofa bed
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

7.0 out of 10
Good
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Comfort Single Room

Comfort Single Room

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette

Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette

Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Family Cottage, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

Family Cottage, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

Family Cottage, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Economy Room

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

About the area

Nags Head

Seahorse Inn and Cottages places you steps from Jennette's Pier and within a short 5-minute stroll of Outer Banks Beaches. Highlights at this motel include in-room free WiFi and LCD TVs. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a picnic area and express check-in. Other amenities include express check-out, wedding services and a vending machine. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this Whalebone motel include Pirate's Cove Marina and Jockey's Ridge State Park.
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What's nearby

  • Jennette's Pier - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Whalebone Junction - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Whalebone Junction Information Center - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Outlets Nags Head - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Miller's Waterfront Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Fish Heads Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sugar Creek Seafood Restaurant - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Seahorse Inn and Cottages

Motel with free parking, steps from Outer Banks Beaches
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.

  • 33 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 4 buildings
  • Built in 1973
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Wedding services available
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Seahorse Inn and Cottages offers 33 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. 40-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

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

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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 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
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 lb 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

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

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 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, Discover, debit cards and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 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.
  • 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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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Seahorse Inn and Cottages?

Seahorse Inn and Cottages offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Seahorse Inn and Cottages?

Yep, Seahorse Inn and Cottages has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Seahorse Inn and Cottages?

Yep, Seahorse Inn and Cottages is a short 1-minute walk from Outer Banks Beaches.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Seahorse Inn and Cottages?

No, Seahorse Inn and Cottages does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Seahorse Inn and Cottages?

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

Reviews

Seahorse Inn and Cottages Reviews

7.8

Good

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness
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

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Hillary

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
This is not the worst place I’ve ever stayed. And it wouldn’t have been that bad if I’d only been there two nights. It wasn’t even necessarily dirty, but, there was no closet. There was no place to hang anything up. The bathroom had a great big mirror and plenty of light, but the vanity was in the bedroom and the mirror around the vanity did not have good life made it very difficult to do things like putting in contacts and I’ll make up. There’s no towel rack by the vanity so there’s no place to put a hand towel. The room was never cleaned the four nights we were there. You have to walk down to the office to get towels and they’re left out in a cabinet. You check in with the kiosk. I did locate an employee at 10:30 one night because the fire alarm in our room kept going off. He did come down and change the batteries. The area around the building is on site with a broken air conditioner sitting out. Houses are all over the sidewalk so you can wash your feet off, but there are safety hazard the way they’re laid out. It is a convenient location with a small grocery store across the street and a great place to eat breakfast next-door. It’s easy to walk to the beach or go to the pier with a little bit more attention to service. It could actually be a good value.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

lloyd

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location and clean room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Alan

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Needs renovation

This is a very old motel that is in very bad need of a renovation and or remodel.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Joey

Liked: Staff & service
This is a great location to Jeanettes pier. But the cottages could do with a few minor upgrades to make the stay so much better The kitchens could do open concept for their cupboards because every time you open the dish cupboards in the cottage kitchenettes it smells so musty. If the dishes were on above counter open concept shelving it would get more airflow. The hide a bed mattresses could do with replacing. They were uncomfortable. But the regular beds are very comfortable. Like i said great place but in need of a few minor upgrades. The staff was excellent! Location excellent for my needs! Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kevin

Business traveller
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
After waiting 20 minutes due to the check in kiosk not working I received keys for the an occupied and walked into two people sleeping.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We like the quaint, beachy feel of the hotel, and the views from the 2nd and 3rd floor deck of the ocean. It's very walkable to Jennettes pier, stores and restaurants. We have stayed here probably a dozen times over the years.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
It was nice for the price
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jerry

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Eliza

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lydia

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

2/10 Terrible

Je

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
You should not have to worry about any critters crawling around in your room or cottage. Not normal and not ok.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable room. As advertised.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

johnson

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shamekia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My first time visiting and i absolutely love it...
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rami

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was filthy. The door to the room had a hole at the bottom right where insects can easily go in. The owner of the motel said to use a towel. Room was very dirty including the bed. I reserved a king size room and was given a 2 double bed room. I asked for another room and was told none was available. I asked for a refund and I was told no refund. I gave the owner the and left.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

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

Cute little beach place!

We enjoyed our stay! Small place but clean and cozy. Perfect for a long weekend at the beach for our family of 3. In walking distance of a beach access (across the road) and several restaurants and ice cream shops. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Christopher

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location of this property is fantastic! The condition has much to be desired. Housekeeping doesn’t come during your stay. If you need garbage taken out you can ask with 24 hour notice but that didn’t even occur for us- it was the day after that. Staff are there during certain hours and you can serve yourself to additional towels, TP which is fine but I felt like the place was grimy. I realize that being next to the beach and the high humidity doesn’t help but the sand sticks to everything. You’re constantly sweeping and with no rugs there’s no where to actually get control of it so it ends up in bed. Large hairballs in closet. Stains on shower curtain. Surfaces were sticky. Dust buildup in all corners. Kitchen lacked an adequate trash can. Pictures of property showed a table with chairs but we didn’t have a table or chairs. We had a counter with too few barstools for who we registered in the cottage. No surfaces to put a suitcase or anything on really. Not enough places to hang towels which stinks when housekeeping only comes after the stay. No plug in next to sink/mirror. If your styling tools have a long enough cord you can plug in bathroom and wind around the door.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
The cabin was a perfect place to go to sleep after staying out all day on the beach. Close to Fat Boys for ice cream and some of our favorite restaurants. Although advertised as “soundproof walls” our experience was otherwise, could definitely hear our neighbors very clearly through the walls. No complaints, would stay there again with my wife on another long weekend on the Outer Banks!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved it! Quick, easy, convenient and affordable!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Jerry

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

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

Sea Horse in OBX awesome and budget friendly

The bed was super comfortable and the room was extremely clean and it is in a great location!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Leigh

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Dirty... Mold on walls, dried contact lens on the nightstand, as well as stains, property clearly had not been cleaned. Outside the hotel there was trash and debris. It felt so unsanitary, we ended up checking out about 45 minutes later and getting another hotel room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alana

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pet friendly property, beach access close by/walking distance, staff was friendly, I would definitely go back. The only thing I didn’t like was that not all the rooms had a full size fridge/ some had mini fridges so it’s harder to manage when you have a longer stay. Our stay was wonderful overall!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025