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Tar Heel Motel

2.5 star property

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Single Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Single Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio
Seasonal outdoor pool

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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7010 S. Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head, NC, 27959
  • Jennette's Pier
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Nags Head Golf Links
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Jockey's Ridge State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Single Room, 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Single Room, 1 King Bed | Bathroom | Free toiletries, towels

Single Room, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Tar Heel Motel

Beachfront motel in Nags Head with free parking
Along with a seasonal outdoor pool, this smoke-free motel has express check-in and express check-out. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, barbecues, a picnic area and a vending machine are on-site. Housekeeping is available on request.
Tar Heel Motel offers 32 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottles of water. Rooms open to furnished patios. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the motel include a seasonal outdoor pool.
During your stay at Tar Heel Motel, you're just a quick walk from Outer Banks Beaches. Free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and a seasonal outdoor pool are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Take a swim in the seasonal outdoor pool
  • Amenities include a terrace and a vending machine
  • Just a 1-minute drive from Jennette's Pier and a few minutes from Nags Head Golf Links
  • Pets welcome for a fee
As a guest of Tar Heel Motel, you'll find a seasonal outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills. Public spaces have free WiFi. Tar Heel Motel also features a vending machine, a picnic area, and express check-in. Self parking is free.

This Nags Head motel is smoke free.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 floor
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 1952
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Laptop-compatible safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
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

Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with special check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per accommodation, per day
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

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 accommodation, 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email before arrival with check-in information and an access code. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

Tar Heel Motel Nags Head
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Tar Heel Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 183 out of 371 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 132 out of 371 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 371 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 371 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 371 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Chad

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Just ok

Check in was a breeze. Room was clean. A/c did not work very well (Not cool enough). Fridge did not keep my items cool, even after turning up the temp. Overall ok, but the A/c and fridge are important items that need to be updated to make stay more comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Priscilla

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's the perfect place for a short trip to the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James, Shiloh

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place and affordable
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

william

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

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our got to cheap, clean motel
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Gunther

Travelled with partner
It's very close to the beach, it is clean. The room as well as the bathroom is very tinny if you are a bigger person you will hate the shower as well as the small space where the toilette is. The staff will empty your trash and replace the towels, but that's as far as it goes. Parking is in front of the room, if you have a full-size pickup or SUV........ but overall ok and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Les

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and quiet property. Walking distance to several restaurants and a short drive to others. Easy beech access and close to Jeanette's pier.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Thank you for such great accommodations and service.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Troy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
It is an old updated clean motel. Walls are very thin so outside noise is a problem. Fine for a night or two
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcela

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay. Cute beachy motel. Located within a safe area. Very clean. Quiet. Parking was available but limited. Check in was easy via a keypad. If we did have our baby with us, a pack n play probably wouldn’t have fit in the room- heads up to other parents with young ones. Would recommend this place to others.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The grass outside had spurs. Not great for dog. The TV didn’t eork
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Travis

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

Weekend getaway

Great little place for a weekend getaway that did not break the bank. Room was very clean with solid amenities. Really enjoyed the boutique hotel experience the Tar Heel offered.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mia J.

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

Fantastic location and beautiful rooms!

The owners have taken an old motel and turned it into beautiful beach style rooms with an excellent location. There are no dirty corners. Go to Sam and Omi’s for food, because it’s the best. The only recommendations I would make is for the owners to provide a plunger because it’s on septic and a flyswatter because it’s by the beach. Thank you! We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Patrick

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Not a luxury motel, but serviceable. Would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benny

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cody

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cute, up to date, easily accessible, and very affordable
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

PRESTON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Pleasant

Our stay was pleasant. Comfortable room and quiet area. The bath tub plug was rusted, couldnt close it. No hair dryer. We would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome spot. Convenient and fit our needs
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024