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Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG

3.0 star property
3-star beachfront hotel near Nags Head Golf Links

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On the beach
Indoor pool
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Point of interest
On the beach

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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4701 S Virginia Dare Trl, Nags Head, NC, 27959
  • Place, beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Outer Banks Hospital
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Jockey's Ridge State Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Oceanfront

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(48 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Ocean view

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Street View)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Roll-In Shower)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Street View)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(39 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Dune View)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Oceanfront

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(47 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Ocean view

About the neighborhood

Nags Head

On the beach.You'll find Jockey's Ridge State Park and Nags Head Golf Links within 2 miles (3 km) of this hotel. Also, Nags Head Fishing Pier is within 3 miles (5 km) and Jennette's Pier is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • beach - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Outer Banks Hospital - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Outer Banks Mall - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Jockey's Ridge State Park - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Nags Head Golf Links - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Moon Beach Grill - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Miller's Waterfront Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Mulligan's Grille in Historic Cottage Row - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tortuga's Lie - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG

3-star beachfront hotel near Nags Head Golf Links
Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG offers its guests an indoor pool and a fitness center. WiFi is free in public spaces. There's an onsite 24-hour business center. Free breakfast is available daily. The business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG also features a terrace, coffee/tea in a common area, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Nags Head hotel is smoke free.

  • 100 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Built in 1988
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Terrace
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG offers 100 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations are furnished with double sofa beds. A pillow menu is available. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Hypo-allergenic bedding and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Ceiling hoist
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Double sofa bed
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per stay.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

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.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per stay

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, 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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB International, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8 AM to 10 PM.
  • Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront Hotel
Nags Head Inn
Holiday Inn Express Nags Head

Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG is 9.5 mi (15-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 Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG?

As of Jan 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG on Feb 13, 2026 start from $101.0, 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 Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG to the beach?

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

Does Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG offers free buffet breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8 AM to 10 PM.

Does Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG to downtown Nags Head?

Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG is 2.5 mi away from Nags Head.

Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 646 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 228 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 87 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1000 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ethan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was very good, directly connected to the beach, small pool, no Netflix on tv
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice rooms and bed
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed a nice room with balcony over looking the beach. Hotel was clean, friendly and the complimentary breakfast was very nice. Would book another stay, and most likely will.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Peter, Yorktown

Liked: Cleanliness
Okay place. Nice ocean view and great breakfast!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and the breakfast was very good.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have satayed at many Holiday Inn Express locations and each has been positive. This stay was no exception to that rule. The front desk staff was professional and friendly. The breakfast was ample, just crowded; maybe a consideration for the future if possible is some kind of expansion of the breakfast dining area. that is a corporate issue, not local, but speaking of the breakfast, the woman attending the area was just as professional and friendly as the front desk staff. The room was clean, including the bathroom. Parking was easy, and having a waterfront-facing room made for even more positive. The proximity of the hotel to the destination also made for its own positive. Simply put, IHG coporate should be proud of the staff of this local and the hotel itself.
Sunrise from my waterfront-facing room 0/26/25
Watching the beach from my room 10/26/25
Waves on the beach from the beachfront at Holiday Inn Express 10/26/25
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert R

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Things were clean, I'm not sure safe, as there was a drinking party of eight men around to pickup trucks right below are deck porch. My wife and I wanted to sit out and watch the ocean but early in the afternoon the party started late afternoon they were getting pretty lit... The talk got louder, more trash talk. I called the desk and they said that it's okay for them to have a drinking party below our porch...and even though the manager said they didn't know who was at the desk which is hard to believe, the desk said it was okay and there was nothing they were going to do about it. The manager then said that they were going to send somebody to ask them to move to another part of the parking lot. But by the time they got to that it was dark already and I didn't want to sit out. So we lost the afternoon completely watching the ocean and that's the whole reason we were there. I also can't believe that businesses like a motel or hotel can't control their property by disallowing drunkenness. The manager said when they sent the maintenance man out to have them move they were already gone. That's a lie. Somebody pre-warned them that they were coming but like I said it was already dark and much too late. For them to do anything about it they acted very slow as if they didn't really care. So out of 100 rooms I'm not sure how many were there mostly seniors because it's back to school time. Out of a hundred rooms 8 men take the majority in the eyes of Holiday inn Express.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

daryl

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean motel, on the beach. Nice pool, friendly staff. We loved our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Ana

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Room comfort
The hotel cleaning staff was over-the-top accommodating and friendly. The girl running the breakfast buffet was over-the-top accommodating and nice to be around very welcoming. We tried to check in just a couple hours early after a very long flight and drive and were told that they would contact us if that was available, but did not even have our proper phone number and then call us five minutes before check-in to tell us we could check in early. That was a little frustrating and did not set a good tone.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Kelly

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was old and smelly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Chris

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

William

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It’s an average property at best. Biggest issue was the lack of a clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

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

6/10 Okay

Jeremy

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location. Stayed here several times over the years. Need carpet updates. Air condition unit was leaking into the room causing carpet to get wet. Few updates to rooms would make this perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

THOMASINE

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a room with city view, not oceanfront. Very pleasant stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This has been our favorite spot in Nags head for years. We stay here once or twice a year. I booked a stay here through chase travel and had to cancel last minute because I had a blood infection and was admitted into the hospital. The manager denied my request to reschedule. Very disappointing for us. Giving up thousands of dollars in future revenue from a regular customer to keep 300 dollars seems silly. It’s not about money. Fortunately we have plenty of that. It’s about being understanding and compassionate. A bit of a lost art these days
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Loretta

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Krista

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Balcony door

My room was clean, the staff was friendly and the bed was comfortable. However, it was really windy outside so the balcony door constantly rattled. In the middle of the night, it sounded like someone was forcibly trying to open the door. I got very little sleep because of it. The latch that keeps the door closed needs to be a little longer on the short end so the door doesn't rattle back and forth.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Mary Jane, Williamsburg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room had a great view and the beds were comfortable, especially the sheets. But the room had a terrible fish smell. I don’t think it was from the ocean. It was primarily in the entry way of the room, like maybe someone had put their dirty fishing boat shoe there.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Allison

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was amazing!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful Beach. Great View
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best Vacations by far. Rooms where clean and always restocked with everything. The breakfast was great didn't find anything wrong with it at all. Had different items to choose from. Most definitely be back for sure...
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Ward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
An older location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025