Located in Nags Head (Ocean Side Court), Blue Heron Motel is within a 5-minute drive of Outer Banks Beaches and Jennette's Pier. .This beach hotel is 3.5 mi (5.7 km) from Jockey's Ridge State Park and 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from Pirate's Cove Marina.
What's nearby
beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
Outlets Nags Head - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
Full Throttle Speedway - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
Jennette's Pier - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
Nags Head Golf Links - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
Getting around
Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 12 min drive
Restaurants
Basnight's Lone Cedar Cafe - 3 min drive
Blue Moon Beach Grill - 5 min drive
KFC - 17 min walk
Sugar Creek Seafood Restaurant - 2 min drive
Sam & Omie's - 13 min walk
About this property
Blue Heron Motel
Blue Heron Motel offers 30 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Guests can make use of the in-room full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.
This Nags Head hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool.
Make yourself at home in one of the 30 air-conditioned rooms featuring microwaves and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an indoor pool, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and a vending machine.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk and a vending machine. Free self parking is available onsite.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Electric car charging station on site
Free self parking on site
Things to do
Indoor pool
Family friendly
In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
In-room microwave
Indoor pool
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Vending machine
Guest services
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Housekeeping (daily)
Outdoors
On the beach
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Accessibility
Hardwood flooring in room
No elevator
More
Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Shower/bathtub combination
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
40-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
Food and drink
Cleaning supplies
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Microwave
Oven
Stovetop
More
Air conditioning
Heating
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk, smart lock
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
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
Pet fee: USD 25.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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 fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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 does not have elevators
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Property is also known as
Blue Heron Motel NAGS HEAD
Blue Heron Motel
Blue Heron NAGS HEAD
Blue Heron Motel Hotel
Blue Heron Motel NAGS HEAD
Blue Heron Motel Hotel NAGS HEAD
Blue Heron Motel Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 194 out of 371 reviews
10 - Excellent
194
Rating 8 - Good. 96 out of 371 reviews
8 - Good
96
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 371 reviews
6 - Okay
44
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 371 reviews
4 - Poor
19
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 371 reviews
2 - Terrible
18
8.6/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
7.8/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
8/10 Good
Debra
Jan 19, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The location is incredible! Right on the beach. Just amazing views! However I had to change rooms because the bathroom sink was stopped up and gurgling black stuff up. The second room had the same problem with the sink. There’s cigarette butts all over the grounds. Trash is blowing around. The stay was supposed to be for quiet and relaxing peace. The other vacationers were very loud and stomping all night. Won’t be very likely to go back.
The view was awesome. I keep my balcony door open n listen to ocean all night. Quiet and peaceful.
tina
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
8/10 Good
Amy
Jan 10, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Loved the ocean view!
Amy
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Sonya
Traveled with family
Jan 10, 2026
The rooms were clean and had direct access to the beach. I like coming during the off season for the quiet. The staff was extremely helpful in helping my daughter and I add a night to our stay.
This is a nice motel. It's not fancy, but is comfortable, clean, and is oceanfront. The kitchenette enabled us to not have to eat out every meal. It has a nice indoor pool and hot tub for the winter.The staff were great.
Excellent location and ocean view. Property is very dated. Bathroom door wouldn't close and fan very loud. Harsh lighting. Television also dated. No phone in room. If you don't mind these things, it was otherwise comfortable and worth the cost.
Wonderful hotel…except there is no elevator! King bed room is extra large…not much decor..nothing fancy…it is clean!
Top floor has nice views of the ocean but those stairs…
There is a luggage elevator.