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Dolphin Oceanfront Motel

2.0 star property
Beachfront hotel near Outer Banks Beaches

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Exterior
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Courtyard View
Beach/ocean view
Terrace/patio
On the beach, surfing, fishing

Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
8017 Old Oregon Inlet Rd., Nags Head, NC, 27959
  • Whalebone Junction
    5 min walk
  • Outlets Nags Head
    12 min walk
  • Full Throttle Speedway
    2 min drive
  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    11 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

  • 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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Front of property

Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Nags Head Oceanfront

Pool
Pet-friendly
Parking included
Free WiFi
4.0 out of 5, Very good, (1012)
The price is CA $149
per night
CA $167 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Nags Head Oceanfront

About the area

Nags Head

On the beach.Within a 10-minute walk of this South Nags Head hotel, you'll find Outer Banks Beaches and Whalebone Junction. Also, Whalebone Junction Information Center is within half a mile (1 km) and Outlets Nags Head is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Outlets Nags Head - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Jennette's Pier - 1 min drive - 0.5 km
  • Nags Head Golf Links - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Jockey's Ridge State Park - 7 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Nags Head Fishing Pier - 8 min drive - 8.7 km

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

Beachfront hotel near Outer Banks Beaches
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 complimentary toiletries. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers.

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

Languages

English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Surfing/body boarding

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • No elevator (single level property)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 43-inch TV
  • Cable channels
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property 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
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 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 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

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Dolphin Oceanfront Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 212 out of 482 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 158 out of 482 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 73 out of 482 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 482 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 482 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

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

4/10 Poor

Linda

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I do not like the fact that someone was spraying the parking lot with Roundup. Roundup causes cancer and kills animals. There are so many dogs there that now have Roundup on their paws.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Monse

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Cute little motel. You’re definitely paying for the location. The location is FANTASTIC! But rooms are small, beds are smaller than a queen, and pillows are no bueno (bring your own pillows). It’s cute but definitely overpriced in my opinion. Overall, it was a good stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lyndsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great spot
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol

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

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice clean reasonably priced motel right on the beach! Staff is friendly and you can tell they care about the motel. Older motel but kept up really nice and updated. Perfect for a trip to the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Been staying there 14 years. Always have enjoyed my stay. Clean rooms and the staff always pleasant.
My dog always welcome. Love that she is part of the family. She has been going 12 years.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandi

Travelled with family
Enjoyable trip. Some humidity to room but it was hot.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

LEE R

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great retro motel
Literally on the beach. Clean, cozy and great location to restaurants, brewery and a pier. Staff was great. Took this trip with my wife to celebrate our birthdays. Would definitely go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Naomi

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent beachfront Iocation. Pet friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our first Time to the outer banks. This place was a great first spot! Beach was right out back. Room was nice. Staff was friendly . Shower was a little small, BUT I would come back!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place is old and the rooms are small, but the staff is friendly, and the rooms are clean. It is a great beach trip motel. I would stay again and i would recommend to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Dolphin Hotel Nags Head Nc
Wonderful hotel oceanfront and nice quiet hotel with wonderful owner who makes you feel like you’re at home will definitely be making this our future vacation hotel
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Dolphin hotel Nags head Nc
Beach vacation hotel was oceanfront owner of the hotel is so wonderful and makes the place feel like home will be making it our hotel for future vacation stays
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everyone was so accommodating. The BEST pet friendly spot. Being right on the beach was so ideal and easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was so amazing. The front office staff was so nice. The room was a bit tight in space but it was good. The location is perfect. Right across the beach. It’s perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
From the outside- it doesn’t look like much, but it is perfect for a quick get away! You are right on the beach! Rooms were clean and perfect size. The gentleman who checked us in was so sweet and kind. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024