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Seahorse Inn and Cottages

Property class: 2.5

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A covered porch with rows of chairs, a view of the beach, and buildings in the background.
A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables, a wall-mounted ship's wheel, and a framed picture above the bed.
A two-story Seahorse Inn & Cottages with multiple rooms and a visible outdoor seating area.
A kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel sinks, a black refrigerator, wooden cabinets, and a window with a view.
A wooden cabin room with a sofa, a table with a mug, a wall-mounted lamp, a framed picture, and a ship's wheel decoration.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$79
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct

Explore the area

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7218 S Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head, NC, 27959
  • Place, Jennette's Pier
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Nags Head Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Outlets Nags Head
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Premium Cottage, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a desk, a chair, a wall clock, and a ship's wheel decoration.

Premium Cottage, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(40 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(34 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Hot Tub

A neatly made bed with a blue quilt, white pillows, and a towel arrangement. There is a framed picture on the wall and a small bedside table with a phone and a lamp.

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Hot Tub

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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

A hotel room with a bed, a window with a view of a building, and a swan-shaped decoration on the bed.

Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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

A hotel room with two beds, a headboard, wall-mounted lamps, and a window with curtains.

Premium Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Signature Cottage, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette

A hotel room with two beds, wooden paneling, a lamp, a telephone, and a framed picture on the wall.

Signature Cottage, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a wall-mounted artwork, a bedside table, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

A hotel room with a large bed, a wall-mounted artwork, a bedside table, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Cottage, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

A wooden room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a wall decoration.

Premium Cottage, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

About the area

Nags Head

At Seahorse Inn and Cottages, you'll be 4.8 km (3 mi) from Jennette's Pier and 5.2 km (3.2 mi) from Pirate's Cove Marina. 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-out. Plus you'll find 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 Jockey's Ridge State Park and Outer Banks Beaches.
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What's nearby

  • Jennette's Pier - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Nags Head Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Whalebone Junction - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Whalebone Junction Information Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Outlets Nags Head - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Moon Beach Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Miller's Waterfront Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Fish Heads Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Seahorse Inn and Cottages

As a guest of Seahorse Inn and Cottages, you'll find a vending machine, a picnic area, and express check-out. 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-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 self 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
  • Smoking not allowed

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
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), smart lock

Pets

  • Pets: USD 35 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 51 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

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 35 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out 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.

How much does it cost to stay at Seahorse Inn and Cottages?

As of 27 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Seahorse Inn and Cottages on 28 Oct 2026 start from AU$79, 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.

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 3-minute walk from Nags Head Beach.

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.

Seahorse Inn and Cottages Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 396 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 332 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 155 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 73 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 50 out of 1006 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean comfortable great staff will be back next year
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time staying here. Nothing fancy but was clean and staff was friendly. Will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay look forward to staying again soon
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The manager/front desk attendant was great and it was a perfect location to beach and restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, good layout for space provided, plenty towels, comfy bed, air conditioning was great. Very comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay right near the beach and Janette’s pier. We have stayed here multiple times on vacation. The only downside is parking. People going to pier fill up guests parking spaces.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It had everything we needed, right next to the beach, parking was easy, check in was easy, and I had no complaints whatsoever.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and AC worked great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at the Seahorse Cottage in June 2026. We loved the location with the pier and ocean access right across the street and a great little restaurant next door. The price was fantastic. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great clean place to stay. Close to everything and is in walking distance of everything.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I absolutely loved the property. The manager was so helpful Shriva and I couldn't have asked for a cleaner more comfortable space.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean. The humidifier was a plus, made the stay very comfortable. Staff was kind and friendly. Kitchen was clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
easiest for check in, especially since we weren't checking in till late 8ish. Room was great. Clean & so cute and great view to pier & ocean. will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This was our second time staying here. It’s not fancy, but it’s a nice clean place to stay for a quick beach trip. Already booked the next stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Dated but very clean!! Perfect for a quick trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service
A/C worked great, parking is easy, good location to beach.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an incredible value. Clean, comfortable rooms (A/C worked better than any I've ever encountered), friendly, efficient staff, fantastic location. You simply can't beat the price for what/where you get. Perfect for our needs. I'd book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Have stayed at the seahorse several times over the years. Easy check in and a nice Cottage.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A very simple and basic hotel close to the pier. The check process was extremely straight forward.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The room was small and dated but clean and comfortable. Communication was electronic, so there was no check in and the room was accessed by a pass code, which I liked. Across the street from the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything appeared clean and mattresses were comfortable. Front office staff was helpful and parking was plentiful. A/C worked well and cleaning staff ensured that condensate buckets were emptied, which prevented slips.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was so kind and helpful. My sister and I are both handicapped and the staff was there to help without having to ask.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026