About this property

This North Carolina motel offers an outdoor pool, access to the Nags Head beachfront, and free Wi-Fi. Guests will also enjoy a family picnic area with barbecue facilities. Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge is 16 miles away. All guest rooms feature a cable TV and small refrigerator. Pet friendly rooms are available. All rooms are NON-smoking. Convenience free on-site parking is offered to all guests as well. Guests can hire a boat from Pirate's Cove Marina 3 miles away and explore Roanoke Sound. Dramatic cultural performances are 16 minutes’ drive from the hotel at the Lost Colony.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

    • Free Parking Available On Site


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1 queen bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Tammy
    United States United States
    Have been coming for 16 years. They are pet friendly and you always have that welcome feeling. The staff is great.
  • Kathy
    United States United States
    Great little ocean front motel. No frills but very quant.Beautiful nothing
  • Shawn
    United States United States
    The property was conveniently located for my activities the following day and had a very budget friendly price.
  • Maureen
    United States United States
    Old school but updated tastefully and duper functioning.Minifridge very nice. Microwave.Chairs outside. Close to 64 that goes to Alligator River. Fresh Market not far. Dune Burger around the corner filled me up.
  • Smoleeva
    United States United States
    We loved our stay at the Dolphin Motel. We only stayed there for a couple of nights, and we had our dog with us. The easy access to the beach made our experience perfect! Very clean room and cute design; we will definitely stay there again.
  • Potts
    United States United States
    Great. Alot of Great places to eat breakfast. Sam and Omies was great.
  • Frank
    United States United States
    Near what I wanted to do. Quiet and clean. Wasn't paying for a bunch of amenities I didn't need. Very nice staff. Family owned feel.
  • Jennifer
    United States United States
    Everything the location was amazing and the room was clean and comfortable. Staff was friendly and helpful .
  • Jerri
    United States United States
    Location was great and being right on the beach was great for my mom.
  • Mckinney
    United States United States
    This is the cleanest room I’ve ever had when visiting OBX. Impeccable. The closeness to the beach was amazing. You can hear the waves from your door. On site pool was a huge bonus when wanting something different than the beach. I cannot however...

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House rules

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Check-in
From 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
From 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
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Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests must be at least 21 years or older to check-in or be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

Please note guests arriving outside reception opening hours, please inform Dolphin Oceanfront Motel in during business hours on the date of arrival.

Please note guests requiring an early check-out can use the drop box located in front of the office.

Please note guests with pets must contact hotel prior to check-in.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.