Surf Side Hotel

3.0 star property

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Ocean Front Junior Honeymoon
Balcony view
Dune View Condo (No elevator) | View from room
Dune View Queens | Balcony view
Direct Ocean Front Condo (No elevator) | Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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6701 Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head, NC, 27959
  • Jennette's Pier
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Nags Head Golf Links
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Jockey's Ridge State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

ADA King Handicap Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Dune View Queens

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(42 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Ocean View King Loft

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 43 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Pool View Queen

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard King Efficiency (No elevator)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Ocean Front Queens

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Oceanview Queens Loft

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

Ocean View 2 Queens

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Ocean Front King

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Ocean Front Junior Honeymoon

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

ADA Queen Handicap Accessible

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Double Queen (No elevator)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Dune View Condo (No elevator)

  • 132 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

Direct Ocean Front Condo (No elevator)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 132 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

Ocean Front Corner King

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Ocean Front Honeymoon Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Ocean View King Poolside

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Nags Head

When you stay at Surf Side Hotel in Nags Head, you'll be on the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Outer Banks Beaches and Jennette's Pier. .This beach hotel is 12.1 mi (19.5 km) from Cape Hatteras National Seashore and 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Mutiny Bay Adventure Golf.

What's nearby

  • Outlets Nags Head - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Jennette's Pier - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Nags Head Golf Links - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Jockey's Ridge State Park - 5 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Nags Head Fishing Pier - 8 min drive - 8.2 km

Getting around

  • Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF) - 113 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Miller's Waterfront Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Sam & Omie's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Grits Grill - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Surf Side Hotel

On beach with outdoor pool for sandy fun near Jennette's Pier
Surf Side Hotel offers 76 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Premium cable television is provided.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Nags Head hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

An indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and a hot tub are on site.

Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or hot tub without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 76 guestrooms featuring microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and coffee/tea makers.
Take advantage of recreational opportunities offered, including an outdoor pool, an indoor pool, and a hot tub. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, a picnic area, and a vending machine.
Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, an elevator, and coffee/tea in a common area. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. A complimentary manager's reception is offered each day.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Surfing/bodyboarding
  • Windsurfing

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift (122 centimetre wide door)
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch TV with premium cable channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or hot tub without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

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Surf Side Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 784 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 160 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1001 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Surf Side Hotel is an amazing place to stay on the Outer Banks. Our room was clean and had a great ocean view. The staff was pleasant and helpful. The morning breakfast was really good and fresh. The wine and cheese social at 4:00 and the cookies at 8:00pm are a nice touch. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Booked a room facing the main parking lot but still had a great partial view of the ocean from our balcony! It was relaxing to sit outside on the chairs and look at the ocean, especially to view the sunset. The room was clean, and spacious, with comfortable beds and quiet. It was nice to have a table and chairs to eat inside or play games at night. The breakfast had different items each day, including a hot section where the staff served you, plenty to choose from. Everything was delicious, especially loved the biscuits and quiches. The evening reception and cookies were a nice touch. The outdoor pool was clean and fairly empty whenever we passed by. It was a close walk to the beach and we were able to check out free chairs for the day. Loved the private and beautiful beach. It was never crowded and the water was fairly calm to swim in (wasn't too cold for the first week of June). We were in Kill Devil Hills for a bit, and this beach in Nags Head was better with calmer waters. There was a new sundeck on the second floor that provided a relaxing spot to view the town and enjoy the sunset as well. Overall, this was a great hotel to stay at that felt safe with retirees and young families.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was very clean , staff was very friendly will be visiting again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Very nice and clean property right on the beach!! Rooms were spacious. Air conditioning worked perfectly. Shower and bathroom were clean. Staff were very friendly. A lot of things to do close by. Would definitely stay again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very happy with our choice of Surf Side Hotel in Nags Head, NC. Clean rooms, friendly staff, good included breakfast, nice pool, and chocolate chip cookies at 8pm. Located near many good restaurants just a short drive away.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, very clean and great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We really enjoyed our stay. Everything was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved our room and views!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

john

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very clean and very accessible to the beach. Very close to shopping and food. The Dunes Resteraunt was a quarter mile walk and had excellent breakfast. The complimentary chocolate chip cookies at 8pm were great. Also, complimentary wine at 5 pm for the wine enthusiasts. Can't say anything bad about the Surf Side Hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

JAYNNE

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay with great weather. Very convenient location.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was good every morning. Popcorn at noon, Wine at 5pm & chocolate chip cookies at 8pm was very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Salomon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly. The property was very clean.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was great. Very clean. Location was excellent right on the ocean. Great amenities. Overall a lovely place close to everything. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery

Travelled with family
Great place. Toilet did overflow the first 5 minutes I was there but was fixed quickly.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arminda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My husband and I stayed in a corner balcony room and had such a great time. The view and beach access is top notch. The staff is great. The breakfast and cheese hour were delicious. I’d definitely recommend for a beach getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing resirt. Very clean and great staff! 100% would stay again.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was very clean and kept that way each day. The hot breakfast was good and changed each day. All the staff we met were friendly and helpful. The location was great since we wanted to explore all of the area, and it was right in the middle. Beach chairs were available to sit on the beach, which had direct access. There was a good choice of nearby restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Travelled with group
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiauna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They provided snacks with no extra charge. Their breakfast is different from the run if the mill hotels and they were very hospitable even after check out.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Of course it was surf side. Beautiful beach. our room was modern and tastefully furnished. Nice breakfast space. Friendly staff. Ample parking. Not fussy. Extremely comfortable porch chairs. Walking distance to Cahoun’s store and Jeanette’s Pier. 5 minutes from golf and outlet mall. Loved our stay just off peak season late May.
Happy wife
View from balcony
Breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025