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Colonial Inn Motel

2.0 star property
Beachfront motel near Outer Banks Beaches

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On the beach
Oceanfront One King Bed Room | Beach/ocean view
Premium bedding, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers
Property grounds

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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3329 S Virginia Dare Trl, Nags Head, NC, 27959
  • Place, beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Jockey's Ridge State Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Tracks in the Sand
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Exclusive Double Room, Kitchen

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(26 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

7.2 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Oceanfront One King Bed Room | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Oceanfront One King Bed Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

One Bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Apartment

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 600 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 4 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo

Signature Triple Room

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds

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Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo

Comfort Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo

Elite Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Basic Room | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Traditional Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo

Premier Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Nags Head

On the beach.Your stay at this motel will put you steps from Nags Head Fishing Pier and a 5-minute walk from Outer Banks Beaches. Also, Jockey's Ridge State Park is within 2 miles (3 km) and Wright Brothers National Memorial is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • beach - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Jockey's Ridge State Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Dowdy Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Tracks in the Sand - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • OBX Laser Tag - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF) - 110 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Biscuits N’ P*rn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Blue Moon Beach Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Poke Box - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Morning View Coffee Company - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Mulligan's Grille in Historic Cottage Row - ‬20 min walk

About this property

Colonial Inn Motel

Beachfront motel near Outer Banks Beaches
As a guest of Colonial Inn Motel, you'll find a seasonal outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills. Public spaces have free WiFi. Colonial Inn Motel also features a picnic area, coffee/tea in a common area, and express check-in. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Nags Head motel.

  • 1 building
  • 39 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1947
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Colonial Inn Motel offers 39 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers.

This Nags Head motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 10 and April 1.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 30 lbs per pet)
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • 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 fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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 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, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. 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, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in November.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Colonial Inn Motel Nags Head
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Colonial Inn Motel to the airport?

Colonial Inn Motel is 11.7 mi (19-min drive) away from the Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Colonial Inn Motel?

As of Feb 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Colonial Inn Motel on Mar 7, 2026 start from $80.1, 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 Colonial Inn Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Colonial Inn Motel.

How close is Colonial Inn Motel to the beach?

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

Does Colonial Inn Motel offer free breakfast?

Colonial Inn Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Colonial Inn Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Colonial Inn Motel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Colonial Inn Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Colonial Inn Motel have a pool?

Colonial Inn Motel features a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Colonial Inn Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Colonial Inn Motel to downtown Nags Head?

Colonial Inn Motel is 0.4 mi away from Nags Head.

Colonial Inn Motel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 318 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 318 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 197 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 97 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 70 out of 1000 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Matthew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
My only problem is the virtual check-in is kind of rough, I found the office confusing. Other than that I am happy with this stay so far. I really hope the check out is not terribly difficult.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Lawrence

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Old motel with very tight parking. Staff was friendly! Room was old but very clean! AC unit smelled like a wet dog when it went on but eventually the odor disappeared. Walked up a few stairs for a very nice view of the beach! For an overnight stay it was cheap and the king size bed was comfortable! It was a perfect stop for the night since it was quiet!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ralph

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Franklin

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Dorothy

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was just ok but beach access more than made up for the building flaws. I would definitely stay again. We only stayed one night so we didn't have time to explore the amenities other than the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
The room was clean and had a comfortable bed. It could definitely use a remodel. The beach is not visible from the rooms. You have to go up and out onto the beach access which is easy enough.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Amber

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Brian, Columbia

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is aging. But it still provides good accommodations. Recommend it. Easy access to beach, friendly and helpful staff. Easy checking and check out. My coffee maker didn't work but that happens.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Sherry

Traveled with partner
Our room smelled strongly of mold and had visible water damage.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

kristal

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Only issue we had was our shower in the room. The faucet was broken so no hot water
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tally

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room reeked of some type of heavy air refresher that burned my nose-we tried opening doors and turning on the ac but it was horrible hence we didn’t stay for the time that I had the room rented. I will not be returning. The room was not what I was told we would be getting per the Expedia website irregardless
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Alvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Everything was to my satisfaction..i had to change rooms half way and i was accommodating
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Carrie

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Didn’t feel safe
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Beach stay

The bad first, there wasn’t any way to change the shower water temperature and it was too hot for me! The bed was kind of lumpy and not that comfortable. Everything else was good, you’re right next to the beach and the pier. Which was the convenience I wanted.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Charging port

Was not expecting ocean view. The only essential item needed is a charging port which made it challenging
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ashley

Liked: Staff & service
Check in was fast and easy. Everyone was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Jennifer

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed here for 1 night. Cute small room, noisy air conditioner (window unit), cozy bed and pillows, nice tv, quiet atmosphere, Ice machine on premises, didn’t have any issues.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The upstairs deck appears to be in need to repair/replacement
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Tina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
No ocean view but quick beach access wirh minimal steps. Room 117 SHOWER WAS ADVENTURE OF SURVIVAL, nozel was like garden hose mist but little stronger, 5 minutes to figure out how to regulate temp then quick shower before it went cold, turning it off was like breaking into an old timey safe in a movie. Mattress really soft you'd sink between the edge and hump in middle. No coffee pot only Kcup with broken latch you have to hold down to brew one. No hair dryer. No fan in bathroom. Small refrigerater, gas stove is manual light ouch. Very poor lighting. A/C worked great. Parking with an ext cab 6ft bed truck extremely tight must back out all the way to street and cars cant even turn around in there. For a cheap place to sleep its ok it is clean!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was close. Room was right on the beach. Attractions were all within a couple of miles. Will be coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Jennifer

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

10/10 Excellent

Lois

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoy our stay would recomend
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025