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Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG

3.0 star property

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A wooden staircase leading to a beach with a sunset in the background.
A buffet with labeled containers of omelets and other dishes.
Point of interest
A wooden deck with benches overlooking the ocean at sunset.
An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by windows and lounge chairs.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is $251
$223 nightly
$251 total
Total with taxes and fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17

Explore the area

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4701 S Virginia Dare Trl, Nags Head, NC, 27959
  • Place, beach near Old Nags Head Cove
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Jockey's Ridge State Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Nags Head Golf Links
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a desk with a chair, and a large window with curtains.

Standard Room

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

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A balcony with white chairs and a view of the ocean.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Oceanfront

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(57 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Street View)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Roll-In Shower)

A hotel room with a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, a blue office chair, a patterned ottoman, and a large window offering a view of the ocean.

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

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Street View)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Street View)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(44 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Dune View)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Dune View)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(31 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

A hotel room with a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, a blue office chair, a patterned ottoman, and a large window offering a view of the ocean.

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

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

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

A hotel room with a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, a blue office chair, a patterned ottoman, and a large window offering a view of the ocean.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Oceanfront

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Oceanfront

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(53 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Nags Head

Located in Nags Head, Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG is by the ocean, within a 5-minute drive of Jockey's Ridge State Park and Nags Head Golf Links. .This beach hotel is 2.5 mi (4 km) from Nags Head Fishing Pier and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Jennette's Pier.

What's nearby

  • beach near Old Nags Head Cove - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Outer Banks Mall - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Jockey's Ridge State Park - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Nags Head Golf Links - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Jennette's Pier - 5 min drive - 3.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Moon Beach Grill - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Miller's Waterfront Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mulligan's Grille in Historic Cottage Row - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Tortuga's Lie - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG

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.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a fitness center.

Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility.

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

Make yourself at home in one of the 100 guestrooms featuring refrigerators 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 phones, as well as safes and desks.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an indoor pool and a fitness center.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-out, and a 24-hour front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM.

Property amenities

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center

Outdoors

  • On the beach
  • Terrace

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)

More

  • 5 floors
  • Built in 1988
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

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

Entertainment

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

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

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per night

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 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

We should mention

Pool access available from 8 AM to 10 PM
Alcohol is not served at this property
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility
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

Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 647 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 229 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 87 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1006 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was very good, nice stay on ocean
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Ginger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice separate breakfast area. Loved the closeness to the beach and anything else!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Davila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean hotel and great location in re: beach access
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely ocean views, quiet, friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance to a couple of restaurants..nice clean rooms, steps from the beach and covered parking for motorcycles..
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sonja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Oceanfront room, beach access.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tonya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a very accommodating hotel for the one night stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with easy check-in. The room was clean. Breakfast was pretty good. No complaints and would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, very clean, pleasant & helpful staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous views, nice clean room, breakfast was good just very crowded.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elesha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The complimentary breakfast was great for the kids. Pool and pool area was nice and very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and the breakfast buffet was awesome! The pool is nice but VERY small.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view of the ocean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean facility and friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

enrica

Good breakfast, excellent breakfast lady, but the hotel need some TLC.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great time. Too cool for the beach so the indoor pool was perfect for the littles. Breakfast was great as we have always come to expect from Holiday Inn Express. Sound of the ocean was the best sound to sleep to.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean room and excellent staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keyana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall the hotel was pretty clean but the shower had some hairs left in it when we got to our room. Breakfast was great and staff was very pleasant
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and helpful. Breakfast was good and sufficient. Great biscuits. Wonderful view if Oceanside. Nice view if not.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved my room, I loved the staff, I loved the breakfast, I loved my room view! I love this hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean room, great view of the ocean, good location, good value for cost, and the included breakfast made the trip a lovely destination in January.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MADONNA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was very surprised at the condition and cleanliness of the hotel. Most beach rooms that are old just have a dirty vibe feel but that's because of the beach the air and sand.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rex

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, very clean and comfortable room, and great breakfasts.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was more than expected. Room was not touched by housekeeping while we were there. Room faced street even though we requested and booked ocean view. Overall nice stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Garry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great rooms, small bathroom
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026