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8.9

1,020 reviews

Surf Side Hotel

Surf Side Hotel

6701 Virginia Dare Trail , Nags Head, 27959, North Carolina, United States

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Business center

Beachfront

Indoor swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Beach

Surf Side Hotel

Surf Side Hotel is a breezy 2-star beachfront escape in Nags Head, North Carolina. Wake to the sound of waves and walk straight onto the sand, with the city center about 2.9mi away for daytime strolls and sunset bites.

Guest comforts lean coastal-chic: a complimentary breakfast, free private parking, and free Wi-Fi, plus indoor and outdoor pools at no extra charge. The beachfront setting pairs with sun deck, beach umbrellas and free beach chairs, a terrace and patio, balcony with views, kitchen facilities, and handy touches like a 24-hour front desk, elevator access, and non-smoking rooms. Streaming service (like Netflix) adds a homey note to movie nights.

Located at 6701 Virginia Dare Trail in Nags Head, North Carolina, United States, the hotel sits about 2.9mi from the city center. Reviews total 1,020.

Two pools keep the seaside energy high for sun-soaked days and breezy evenings. An indoor heated pool welcomes adults year-round, while a seasonal outdoor pool offers a shallow end and a view for daytime dips. Free beach chairs, umbrellas, and a sun-kissed terrace or balcony set the stage for relaxed lounging, and handy kitchen facilities mean quick bites without leaving the property.

Room options span oceanfront havens and pool-view retreats, with plenty of space to tailor a stay. Junior Honeymoon, King, Oceanfront suits two adults and one child in a king bed. For larger groups, Queen Room, Oceanfront, Balcony accommodates four adults and three children with two queens, while Suite, Oceanfront blends a king bed with a sofa bed for flexible living space. Other appealing choices include Room, Balcony with two queen beds, Double Room, Pool View, and Loft, King, Oceanfront for larger parties, each offering its own slice of the coast.

Payments are straightforward: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover are accepted, with cash not accepted. The vibrant beachfront setting pairs with practical touches like a 24-hour front desk and elevator access, ensuring easy stays from sunrise to starlit strolls along the shore. With the sand just steps away and a variety of layouts to suit couples, families, or small groups, this Nags Head escape trades workweek calm for weekend-worthy bliss.

Most popular amenities

Business center

Beachfront

Indoor swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Beach

Air conditioning

Sun deck

Parking On Site

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Kitchen

Non-smoking rooms

Beach umbrellas

Beach chairs/Loungers

Kitchenware

Patio

Elevator

Picnic area

View

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Balcony

Soundproof

Bathtub

Rooms

OJHM – Ocean Front Junior Honeymoon  in Surf Side Hotel

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Junior Honeymoon, King Size, Oceanfront

1 King Size Bed

335 sqft

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Bathtub

Microwave

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ADAK – ADA Accessible King in Surf Side Hotel

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King Room, Accessible

1 King Size Bed

335 sqft

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Bathtub

Microwave

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x3

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OVQP – Ocean View Queens Poolside in Surf Side Hotel

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Queen Room, Ocean View, Poolside

2 Queen Size Beds

335 sqft

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Bathtub

Microwave

x4

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x3

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Standard Superior Oceanfront King with Balconies in Surf Side Hotel

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Standard Superior, King Size, Oceanfront

1 King Size Bed

1 Sofa Bed

335 sqft

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Bathtub

Microwave

x4

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x3

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King Studio with Sofa Bed in Surf Side Hotel

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Studio, King Size, Sofa

1 King Size Bed

1 Sofa Bed

400 sqft

Kitchen

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Kitchenware

x3

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OFKL – Ocean Front King Loft in Surf Side Hotel

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Loft, King Size, Oceanfront

1 King Size Bed

335 sqft

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Bathtub

Microwave

x6

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x4

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OFS – Ocean Front Suite in Surf Side Hotel

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Suite, Oceanfront

1 King Size Bed

1 Sofa Bed

390 sqft

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Bathtub

Microwave

x4

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x3

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Standard Oceanfront Queen Room with Balcony in Surf Side Hotel

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Queen Room, Oceanfront, Balcony

2 Queen Size Beds

390 sqft

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Bathtub

Microwave

x4

+

x3

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Pool view King PVK in Surf Side Hotel

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King Room, Pool View

1 King Size Bed

1 Sofa Bed

335 sqft

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Bathtub

Microwave

x4

+

x3

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OVQL – Ocean View Queens Loft in Surf Side Hotel

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Loft, Queen Size, Ocean View

3 Queen Size Beds

335 sqft

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Bathtub

Microwave

x6

+

x4

More details

OFK – Ocean Front King in Surf Side Hotel

Show 10 photos

King Room, Oceanfront

1 King Size Bed

1 Sofa Bed

335 sqft

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Bathtub

Microwave

x4

+

x3

More details

OFHS – Ocean Front Honeymoon Suite in Surf Side Hotel

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Honeymoon Suite, Oceanfront

1 King Size Bed

335 sqft

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Bathtub

Microwave

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Guest reviews

8.9

1,020 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Breakfast

Featured reviews:

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Elizabeth

10

May 2025

The place was very clean, staff was very kind and social. We stayed in a suite which was very roomy and beautiful as was the view! Great variable breakfast served every morning. Fun social times /snacks throughout the day. Would go back! Right on ocean! Nice pools in and outdoors. Beach chairs if needed.

Maybe a few more tables/ chairs for amazing breakfast so all could eat together. Would love full length mirror in room. Our clock in room had seen better days. Couldn't set alarm on it. The display was half working. These though are not complaints just suggestions, so many enjoy breakfast and seating gets tight. Felt more than enough room in suite for the long mirror. And as far as clock goes we used our cell phones for alarms.

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Anonymous

8.2

July 2025

Customer service was excellent. The free breakfast was really good to include eggs, home fries, sausage, and biscuits and gravy. The afternoon socials were a sweet touch. The room was nice and clean. We receive new towels & your bed was made every day. There were 3 large ice makers to choose from. They had complimentary beach chairs. Large beach front. We had a great experience and would Definately come back.

I loved that they had a dehumidifier in the room, but we had to empty it twice a day. The alarm went off if we didnt. Also, your refridge gave out, but they promptly gave us a new one.

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James

9.1

May 2025

Breakfast was amazing! Enjoyed every day. Maybe discourage/prohibit guests from saving tables. Tables should be first come-first served. Pool was well maintained but we didn't use as it was still a bit chilly.

Parking for the "south" building we were in was very tight. Two flights of stairs was a lot for two 65 year olds. Wouldn't stay in that section again. Didn't feel as secure as in the main building with rooms opening onto hallway. At check-in, felt a bit like second class citizens as we had booked through Booking.com. Confusion over room location was frustrating. Check-in person said she could not do anything to improve room assignment.

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Jehnings

10

May 2025

Breakfast, served by the staff, was excellent! It varied day to day and there is literally a line at 8 am every morning! The rooms and common areas were exceptionally clean and the housekeeping staff was friendly and welcoming. Also, the wine and cheese at 5 pm and cookies at 3 pm were such a treat! Pool was also clean and inviting. The beach is steps away from the hotel and the view from the room was relaxing and just beautiful! Great hotel!

There is only one elevator which seemed to take forever sometimes, but it gave you the opportunity to meet the other guests and to develop a real feeling of community!

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Scott

10

June 2025

We stayed in a one bedroom, King on the second floor of the hotel's second building. The room was quite large - surprisingly so - and had a full kitchen. Beach access right out the back of the hotel, with a nice walkway so that we didn't have to walk on the sand all the way to the beach. Location was very close to many wonderful restaurants, with plenty of shopping nearby. The hotel had breakfast every morning, and in the evening they served cookies in the lobby and served some wine around 5:00p-6:00p or so.

There was no elevator in the second building, so this made taking luggage up several flights of stairs a bit difficult. The shower wasn't the best, but we made do by adjusting the shower head for better spray and pressure. The only other thing was that the bed wasn't very comfortable, but it definitely was not the worst bed that I've ever slept on. These are actually pretty minor details, but I am providing the only negative things I can think of. That's not too shabby.

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Tammy

9.1

June 2025

I liked the room, the amenities and the fact it was close to everything we did.

The fact that the room phone didn't work and the fact that no information was in the room. It was just an inconvenience. I had to call the front desk from my cell to be told to work the TV i had to go back down to the office to get step by step instructions on the TV. It says on the website cable TV and streaming like Netflix. It only has a ROKU and if you don't have any of those streaming channels boy are you in for a treat. Take your firestick or whatever else you have.

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Angela

10

March 2025

All the extras-plentiful breakfast with lots of options from hot & savory to sweet. Also we enjoyed the wine social and the snacks in the afternoon. Popcorn and cookies were a bonus. Also the coffee, hot tea, hot chocolate and ice water available anytime in the lobby hallway were very much appreciated.

I thought there was too much plastic waste in the breakfast area. Plastic cutlery and cups could be switched to stainless steel and washable coffee cups. Especially being so close to the ocean, one-time use plastic is something to be addressed. Otherwise we will definitely stay here again when we are anywhere near the area. 100%.

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Sharon

10

April 2025

Room was clean & beds very comfortable. Staff is very friendly and attentive. Love the evening wine social, most nights a lot of the guests stay and chat with one another….meet new friends! Spectacular view with oceanfront view!! Breakfast choices were amazing & delicious!

Only disappointment (though totally understand)is during this stay management decided that the breakfast menu had to be reduced. It is still a very good breakfast!

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Anonymous

8.2

May 2025

The breakfast room staff were friendly and helpful and the choices were excellent.

The staff at the check in were not very friendly and acted like they were doing you a favor to answer any questions. There was a very confusing television access for a Roku based system so when I went to the desk and asked how the system worked; they sent a maintenance staff member to explain the procedure and he did not know how the tv worked. Very disappointing for a senior citizen. I travel for pleasure, and I found this experience very disconcerting.

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Karen

10

January 2025

Loved the very friendly staff. Bed & Breakfast feel. Great breakfast. You could definitely tell that this is NOT a chain and is independently owned and operated. Wine and cheese hour at 5. Fresh cookies at 8. Much better breakfast. Large room. Close to outlets and restaurants. Closer to other areas of interest also - Manteo, Cape Hattares and Bodie. I will definitely stay there again when I need a room in that area. AND it was the least expensive of any of our rooms! We had been traveling for 5 days prior in other areas. We stayed 3 nights here.

The bed was too hard. But that is the only complaint. Everything else was excellent. The best place we stayed over the 10 days we traveled. We stayed here 3 nights.

Pools

Location

  • Indoor

Features

  • Heated
  • Shallow end
  • With view

Age restrictions

  • Adults only

Availability

  • All season

Location

  • Outdoor

Features

  • Heated
  • Shallow end
  • With view

Age restrictions

  • Adults only

Availability

  • Seasonal

Amenities of Surf Side Hotel

Business center

Beachfront

Indoor swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Beach

Air conditioning

Sun deck

Parking On Site

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Kitchen

Non-smoking rooms

Beach umbrellas

Beach chairs/Loungers

Kitchenware

Patio

Elevator

Picnic area

View

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Balcony

Soundproof

Bathtub

Stay rules - Surf Side Hotel

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property