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Outer Banks Motel

2.0 star property
Beachfront motel near Buxton Woods Nature Trail

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Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View | Beach/ocean view
Standard House, Multiple Bedrooms, Oceanfront | Balcony
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Standard Studio, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette, Ocean View | Premium bedding, WiFi, bed sheets
Standard Studio, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette, Ocean View | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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46577 NC Highway 12, Buxton, NC, 27920
  • Place, Cape Hatteras National Seashore
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Lighthouse Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape Hatteras Lighthouse
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Cottage, 2 Bedrooms (Oceanside) | Premium bedding, WiFi, bed sheets

Cottage, 2 Bedrooms (Oceanside)

  • 1000 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View | Premium bedding, WiFi, bed sheets

Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 800 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Studio, Kitchenette (+ Porch (B)) | Premium bedding, WiFi, bed sheets

Studio, Kitchenette (+ Porch (B))

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Oceanfront

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard House, Multiple Bedrooms, Oceanfront | Premium bedding, WiFi, bed sheets

Standard House, Multiple Bedrooms, Oceanfront

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1000 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Pool View (14) | Premium bedding, WiFi, bed sheets

Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Pool View (14)

  • 800 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Premium bedding, WiFi, bed sheets

Standard House, 3 Bedrooms, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1300 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Cottage, 3 Bedrooms, Non Smoking

  • 800 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Beds

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View | Premium bedding, WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Studio, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, Ocean View | Lobby sitting area

Standard Studio, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, Ocean View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Studio, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette, Ocean View | Premium bedding, WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Studio, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette, Ocean View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Cottage, 3 Bedrooms (100)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Double Beds and 3 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Buxton

On the beach.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Buxton motel, you'll find Buxton Woods Nature Trail and Cape Hatteras Lighthouse. Also, Buxton Seafood is within 3 miles (5 km) and Avon Fishing Pier is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Cape Hatteras National Seashore - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Lighthouse Beach - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Uncle Eddy's Frozen Custard and 18-Hole Mini Golf - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Buxton Woods Nature Trail - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Cape Hatteras Lighthouse - 5 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF) - 161 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tavern on 12 - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Angelo's Pizza - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Diamond Shoals Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Orange Blossom Bakery & Cafe - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Mad Crabber Restaurant - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Outer Banks Motel

Beachfront motel near Buxton Woods Nature Trail
Outer Banks Motel offers its guests a children's pool, an outdoor pool, and a hot tub. There's a restaurant on site. There's an onsite business center.

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Outer Banks Motel also features a library, a garden, and laundry facilities. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Buxton motel is smoke free.

  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • Business facilities
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Library
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Outer Banks Motel offers 30 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary toiletries. Rooms open to balconies. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. This Buxton motel provides wireless Internet access for a surcharge.

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  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
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Dec 6 - Dec 7
Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (surcharge)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Fishing
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rowing/canoeing

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property 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, 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
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
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
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, 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. 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 Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Outer Banks Motel Buxton
Outer Banks Motel Motel
Outer Banks Hotel Buxton
Outer Banks Motel Hatteras Island NC - Buxton
Outer Banks Motel Buxton
Outer Banks Motel Motel Buxton

Frequently asked questions

How close is Outer Banks Motel to the airport?

Outer Banks Motel is 171.1 mi (181-min drive) away from the Greenville, NC (PGV-Pitt-Greenville) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Outer Banks Motel?

As of Dec 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Outer Banks Motel on Dec 13, 2025 start from $84.49, excluding 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.

Does Outer Banks Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Outer Banks Motel.

How close is Outer Banks Motel to the beach?

This motel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Outer Banks Motel offer free breakfast?

Outer Banks Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Outer Banks Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Outer Banks Motel?

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Outer Banks Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Outer Banks Motel have a pool?

Outer Banks Motel features an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Does Outer Banks Motel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Outer Banks Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Outer Banks Motel to downtown Buxton?

Outer Banks Motel is 1.2 mi away from Buxton.

Reviews

Outer Banks Motel Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 139 out of 326 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 112 out of 326 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 326 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 326 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 326 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris

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

Very nice well equipped

We booked here last minute as we were passing through. Glad we did! Nice quaint motel. Room was well equipped with a kitchen and very clean. We will be back
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Traveled with family
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beds are hard as a rock, porch is treated as free use by everyone on site so there’s no privacy or sense of security. Shower spout is completely rotted and jagged which isn’t safe for children and also the shower/bath selection is broken so if you want to shower be prepared to have to keep pressing the button or it’ll keep switching to bath
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Nice hotel for a quick stay.

This was a last minute stay since we did not plan on going to Outer Banks. The hotel was one of the few on the beach and located right as you enter Buxton. I chose this hotel because of prior reviews & happy that I did. The room was clean and comfortable and included a small kitchenette. There were a few eating places within walking distance & a very nice grocery store (Conner’s) a quick 3 min drive away
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Barbara

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
After we drove for 6 hours to stay here, arriving at 3:45pm, the lady that sits at the front desk informed us that our room was not ready. I asked her how long, and she told me check in wasn’t until 5pm, and I informed her that our booking, and I showed the confirmation to her, stated check-in was 4pm. She argued and said it has always been 5pm, and I told her that’s not what my booking showed. She told me she would have it ready in 10-15 minute max. I went back in. Still not ready. 45 minutes later, I went back in and asked if I could just be refunded. A short older and rude man stepped in and said no I couldn’t have my money back, but we were welcome to leave, but there would be no refund. I told him they were past my arrival time, and he said give me a break, I’m doing the best that we can, and walked away not allowing me to reply. Upon initial arrival I told them that I had a registered service dog, and they told me dogs were not allowed. I told them once again he was a registered service dog at which I was grilled by the man as to what service he provided specifically. After going back and forth, I was told I would have to pay damages that he did. I asked him if he wanted to see his registered verdicts and he walked off. The room- was very clean, but the beds were hard, lumpy and made a noise everytime you so much as moved. The tv in the bedroom doesn’t work, as there is no hookup. After looking for a hookup, there was a dead roach behind the tv. The deadbolt was broken
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old school vibe. Quaint and perfect. Everything you need & nothing you don't. Will definitely return. Doug Bales, Xenia Ohio
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Alli

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roberta

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved staying there! It is in an a
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sunshine

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

YES DO IT!!

I originally got the ocean view with the 2 queen beds in one room. Once we got there we requested to upgrade. Best choice to make. It was literally next door but had two rooms with 2 beds in each room a queen & twin! Full living room and kitchen area. The view was breathtaking! The most beautiful place I’ve been in a year. I will def return.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An awesome getaway place with great views!! Everyone was so kind very clean and well kept!! Due to Mother Nature there is no physical "beach access" but your actually staying right on the sand. Clean well kept pool, hot tub and kiddie pool!!! Very homey place, very private enclosed balconies and walking distance to food and some shops. I plan to go back very soon!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ruby

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Timothy W Watkins

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

Awesome location

Great location, has a nice appeal, could use new mattress.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicolas

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristi

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
If your a breakfast person or early riser you'll be disappointed in available options. Note we were there in early spring. Some seasonal venues were closed.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We had a wonderful time Fishing and Relaxing!!! The staff was Awesome and very accommodating!!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Misheal

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place but no beach access.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stella

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

Perfect beach get away

This wonderful little mom and Pop hotel is perfect! It is just the right amount of quirky, old school beach house, and relaxing comfort. We received an unexpected upgrade last minute and could not be more grateful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

patricia

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

Paradise awaits!

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pearlie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brantley

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

Will book again soon.

so beautiful and right on the water.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

clarissa

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Check in was easy, was going to be later than the check in times posted. Was informed that there was sand piles in the parking lot(understandable with the recent storm). But was not expecting the beach in front of the room to be GONE and the water right against the porch. It was extremely loud. With the other houses going into the ocean it made my son feel uneasy as myself being alone with two children. The room was clean but had a smell to it I assume recent panel replacements in the room. To ease my child I felt the need to leave so he felt safe. I understood paying for the room for that night as we had been in the room and taken our bags in. But there was no option to return money for the other night I was to stay and didn’t. I’d understand if it was under other circumstances but I was never informed of the water issue and to be out hundreds is mind blowing. Never had me sign anything else. Never gave a receipt. Nothing. I’m so disappointed and upset. But my kids feeling and safty comes first. I won’t be booking here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Brodie

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