Tar Heel Motel  

In laid-back Nags Head, this mini-motel sits just a short walk from the beach and fishing piers. A 5-minute drive puts you at Jennette's Pier and Nags Head Golf Links; Jockey's Ridge State Park and Pirate's Cove Marina are a few miles away. Pet-friendly and steps from shops and restaurants.

Thirty-two individually decorated guestrooms with microwaves, mini-fridges/refrigerators and flat-screen TVs. Rooms open to private furnished patios; bathrooms have tubs or showers and complimentary toiletries. Expect a homey, kick-off-your-shoes Outer Banks vibe.

Seasonal outdoor pool and a terrace for lounging. Picnic area and barbecue grills for casual cookouts. Complimentary Wi-Fi, free self-parking, and pets are welcome—wake up to sea-breeze mornings and head straight for the sand.

Complimentary wireless internet keeps you connected. Express check-in and check-out plus luggage storage add convenience for quick arrivals and departures.

No full-service restaurant on-site, but guest barbecue grills and a picnic area make outdoor meals easy. A short walk brings you to pier-side seafood spots and local restaurants serving fresh, coastal flavors.