Is parking available at the property?

Free self-parking is available on-site, but it is limited.

What type of breakfast is offered?

A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is at 4:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but arrangements should be made at least 24 hours before arrival.

What accessibility features does the property offer?

The property features elevators and step-free entrances, making it accessible for guests with disabilities. Wheelchair-accessible facilities are available in public areas and rooms.

What is the location of the property in relation to nearby attractions?

The hotel is located within a 10-minute walk of Outer Banks Beaches and Mutiny Bay Adventure Golf. It is approximately 12.6 miles from Cape Hatteras National Seashore and 0.4 miles from Full Throttle Speedway.

Does the property have a swimming pool?

Yes, the hotel features both an indoor and outdoor swimming pool, including a heated outdoor pool. The pools are available seasonally.

Are children allowed at the property?

Children are welcome at the property, and kids can stay for free up to a certain age, although the specific age limit is not provided.

Surf Side Hotel in Nags Head, USA

Average nightly price at Surf Side Hotel by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	US$101
February	US$89
March	US$144
April	US$161
May	US$214
June	US$302
July	US$340
August	US$277
September	US$210
October	US$151
November	US$116
December	US$99

What guests think

At Surf Side Hotel, travelers highlight friendly, attentive staff, very clean spaces, generous included breakfast, and thoughtful extras like wine-and-cheese and evening cookies, alongside beachfront access with indoor/outdoor pools and ocean-view rooms that deliver classic Outer Banks relaxation.

Common drawbacks include a slow, sometimes noisy elevator and no elevator in one annex building. Several guests note small or dated bathrooms, occasional Wi-Fi or streaming hiccups, and rare maintenance or odor issues. Overall, expect a friendly, well-kept beachfront stay with standout freebies and easy beach days.

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Facilities

Beachfront access, indoor and outdoor pools with a hot tub, and popular extras like wine hour, cookies, popcorn, and complimentary beach chairs are praised. A recurring drawback is a slow elevator and that one annex has no elevator.

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Joanna

13 Jul 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Nice hotel, clean rooms, great staff, private access to beach, included breakfast, wine & cheese & cookie hour in evening, beach/pool towels included, could rent beach chairs from hotel and could rent beach umbrella on beach.

10

Cathy

15 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean well maintained hotel. They only had one elevator and it was very busy all the time but we just took the stairs. Very friendly staff. We’ll stay there again.

10

Josh

9 Aug 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Morning breakfast was convenient! Also it is right on the beach so super convenient. My kids loved the indoor pool when it was too windy outside.

10

Donald

14 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The elevator was terrible! It was slow, noisy.

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Sarah

17 Apr 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The main hotel is beautiful- unfortunately we were in the “additional building/ building B” putting this review out there to warn you of that. There is no elevator in building B the rooms are smaller and the condition of the bathrooms - not as nice. Request the main building when booking!

10

Terry

13 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This is our very favorite hotel in the Outer Banks. Excellent location and the hotel is fantastic. Lots of extra perks like breakfast, popcorn snack then wine and cheese in the afternoon and cookies at night.

10

Matthew

1 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location and amenities, friendly staff, adequate breakfast. The pools and jacuzzi were nice, and the location is excdllent.

10

Sandra

21 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Perfect location for the OBX Jeep Invasion! Plenty of parking and fast convenient checkin. Complimentary popcorn in the lobby as well as cookies each night. Pool looked inviting but did not get to take advantage of it. Easy access to the beach. Will definitely be back again!

10

roberto

10 Jul 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Exactly what we hoped for from a beachfront hotel. The staff was attentive to every detail - well maintained, clean, friendly. Indoor pool with hot tub and outdoor pool with ample deck and lounge seating. Various snacks in the lobby through the day - popcorn, wine and cheese, and fresh baked cookies! Free breakfast included was a full breakfast and delicious. We will definitely be back.

10

Dean

8 Aug 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

There isn’t anything you wouldn’t like! Clean property, on the beach, have chairs for the beach, indoor & outdoor pool & hot tub. Corn hole, breakfast included! Popcorn, wine tasting with cheese & crackers& fruit, lemonade & ice tea, & cookies daily.( Coffee, teas hot cocoa & water 24/7) & pool towels ! What wonderful employees they have!

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Cleanliness

Reviews consistently describe the property and rooms as very clean and well maintained. A few guests noted isolated issues like musty odors or pests.

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Alicia

27 May 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

The hotel was very nice and clean. Many amenities including a wonderful free breakfast, chair rental, free fresh cookies, popcorn, wine and cheese. 2 pools. Excellent ocean and sound views. Friendly, helpful staff. We did have to report that we saw a roach in our room, that we tried to catch and kill, to no avail. I was very surprised and hated to see that, given how clean the property was. I think sometimes these crafty bugs are unavoidable. We very thoroughly checked all of our belongings, so as not to bring any home. Despite that incident, I would still recommend staying at this hotel.

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Barbara

24 Jul 2023

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Stayed 6 nights

The room had shabby furniture, the carpet was damp and room cleanup poor. Breakfast was fine. Employees were friendly and helpful.overview

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Song K.

30 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It was a good stay, friendly staff, great views and next to the water but the only concern was that there were cockroaches in the room. We ate a banana during the evening and put the banana peel in the trash can and next morning there were several small cockroaches in the trash bin.

10

Brandon

10 Dec 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The staff was amazing. They were all very friendly and helpfull. The entire hotel was clean and tidy. I would book here again in a heart beat and I would recommend this place to anyone!

10

Jeffrey

14 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very nice and clean property right on the beach!! Rooms were spacious. Air conditioning worked perfectly. Shower and bathroom were clean. Staff were very friendly. A lot of things to do close by. Would definitely stay again!!

10

Sara

24 May 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Our room was very clean and kept that way each day. The hot breakfast was good and changed each day. All the staff we met were friendly and helpful. The location was great since we wanted to explore all of the area, and it was right in the middle. Beach chairs were available to sit on the beach, which had direct access. There was a good choice of nearby restaurants.

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Robert

26 May 2024

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Stayed 6 nights

We stayed for 6 nights and never had a single problem the staff was courteous and well informed and rooms and common areas were kept immaculate. The breakfast was delicious with a terrific variety. We very much enjoyed our stay and will definitely consider staying here again should we return..

10

Jamie

6 Apr 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This was a great hotel to stay at. Everything was clean and in working order. The pool is clean which was a huge plus! We had a great view of the ocean from our balcony, loved that! The staff was very friendly and helpful. We will be staying here again on our next trip.

10

Dawn

4 Nov 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Room was beautiful and spotess staff courteous

10

Robert

28 Apr 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Older property that has been extremely well maintained. Bright and sunny with wonderful beach access and a friendly staff.

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Rooms

Many rooms are spacious and comfortable with balconies and ocean views; some suites include kitchens. Some bathrooms feel small or dated, and a few guests reported Wi-Fi/streaming hiccups, firm mattresses, or appliance noise.

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Shane

30 Aug 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

The stay was nice. The room was beautiful and loved the kitchen. Being able to have this kitchen saved a ton of money as I was able to cook we meals instead of going out for every meal. Breakfast was awesome and have a variety of food breakfast items to choose from daily. Very close to the beach and literally has its own access to the beach. It’s my first time at the Outer Banks. Being we only go on vacation once a year at the same time. Going to different hotels this was the best room ever. Only thing I hope can be improve is the WIFI. WiFi sucked and would go in and out and at night after 8pm seemed to just cut out and then was in and out throughout the day. I plan on booking next year and hope the WIFI is better as that’s an important part to us. Other than that everything was perfect.

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Christy

16 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Booked a room facing the main parking lot but still had a great partial view of the ocean from our balcony! It was relaxing to sit outside on the chairs and look at the ocean, especially to view the sunset. The room was clean, and spacious, with comfortable beds and quiet. It was nice to have a table and chairs to eat inside or play games at night. The breakfast had different items each day, including a hot section where the staff served you, plenty to choose from. Everything was delicious, especially loved the biscuits and quiches. The evening reception and cookies were a nice touch. The outdoor pool was clean and fairly empty whenever we passed by. It was a close walk to the beach and we were able to check out free chairs for the day. Loved the private and beautiful beach. It was never crowded and the water was fairly calm to swim in (wasn't too cold for the first week of June). We were in Kill Devil Hills for a bit, and this beach in Nags Head was better with calmer waters. There was a new sundeck on the second floor that provided a relaxing spot to view the town and enjoy the sunset as well. Overall, this was a great hotel to stay at that felt safe with retirees and young families.

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Allison

16 Aug 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The loft room we stayed in smelled musty and could not get the space in the loft area to cool despite AC on high, tower fan and ceiling fan on too. The tv streaming was spotty because the internet connection was in and out. Worst of all the room had a bug infestation. Management was informed of the issue and sprayed room but problem still persisted. No room change was offered nor a refund.

10

Renee

7 Nov 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We met our kids here for a three day vacation. We stayed in the Ocean Front corner unit and the view and sounds of the ocean were fabulous. Nice size room with a fridge, coffee maker and microwave. The only thing i was not thrilled about was the shampoo and conditioner. I just did not like the smell of it. Other then that everything else was perfect. I would certainly stay here again.

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Dennis

15 May 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

Great location to the beach and walkable to Jeanette’s Pier. Only issue we had were the beds. Unfortunately, probably the worst mattresses we’ve ever had at a hotel or resort. Needed to use the hot tub every morning for our sore backs but that didn’t open until 10am. The nightly wine and charcuterie was welcome and the cookies every night too. Would consider staying again if the beds are upgraded.

10

Charles

17 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Overall room had a lot of space besides bathroom. Balcony view had a good view of the ocean.

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Thomas

13 Mar 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

right on the ocean decent breakfast friendly staff the bed was too hard didn]t like the pillows close to interesting sites like Wright Brothers, Roanoke good price

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Golden

19 Nov 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Our rooms were really clean and we had a beautiful view of the ocean. The bathrooms are outdated but very clean.

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richard

21 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Rooms were clean, beds were neat and comfortable. Had an issue with refrigerator noise in room, talked to associate at front desk, and was told someone would check it out. Apparently, nothing was done, noise woke me and wife several times throughout the night...

10

Nicholas

12 Aug 2024

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Stayed 7 nights

We stayed in the ocean front king suite . The room was an ok value it was a little cramped but has an amazing view. The room is equipped with three balconies! Although the room has a dividing pocket door I would not consider it having a seperate bedroom.

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Service

Staff are frequently described as friendly, helpful, and accommodating, with quick responses to issues. A few guests experienced less welcoming front-desk interactions or reservation mix-ups.

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Brandon

10 Dec 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The staff was amazing. They were all very friendly and helpfull. The entire hotel was clean and tidy. I would book here again in a heart beat and I would recommend this place to anyone!

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Elaine

12 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff very helpful, friendly and went out of tgeir way to ensure we had a great stay

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Pamela

12 May 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Absolutely amazing staff and hotel. Would like to extend my thanks to the front desk person who helped me and my husband. I ended up so very ill that we had to book another night because I couldn’t leave at our checkout time. She said to my husband “No Worries” and when she said that we were so relieved because we knew she meant it. So accommodating! If they can help you with something they will for sure. Love all the staff!

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tony

5 Oct 2024

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Stayed 7 nights

Customer service was awesome. Amanda at the front desk was the best!

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Brian

5 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Amazing service! Every employee I interacted with was super nice and helpful! I noticed a couple of places in the hotel and hotel room that may have needed closer cleaning. The breakfast was delicious, but I would have preferred a self-serve buffet style breakfast with a couple more items. One last thing my family and I enjoyed was the daily cookies, available popcorn, and free wine :)

10

Susan

4 Sept 2024

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Stayed 6 nights

Stayed at Surf Side for a weeks vacation/ 48th Anniversary. Everything was great about this hotel, staff when checking in was friendly, room was clean and comfortable, nice touch with the 5:00 pm Wine and cheese social also the cookies @ 8:00 pm both everyday. The cleaning staff was nice and seemed happy to be there and the breakfast everyday was amazing with the girls serving the breakfast, they were super nice Jeanette, Sara, Ella and the rest 😊 enjoy your stay when you go. Convenient to many places.

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Darlene

5 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff was very friendly and accommodating.

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Tracey

27 Jun 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Front desk clerk has a bit of an attitude but everyone else was so polite and friendly. Lots of staff constantly clean and keeping things very nice.

8

Terri

16 Apr 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The property was wonderful! But I have never felt less welcome than I did checking in. I walked out of the office feeling like I had done something wrong!

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Sheri

18 Aug 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Great location that was close to many restaurants and activities. Everyone at the hotel was very friendly and helpful. Our shower handle broke off and maintence was at our door within 6 mins of calling the front desk. The daily breakfast was very good and coffee and water was available throughout the day. We look forward to our next stay at the hotel.

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Location

Right on the beach with easy access and close to Jennette’s Pier, restaurants, and area attractions. Guests appreciate the convenient, relaxing seaside setting.

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Sydney

2 Sept 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

We really enjoyed our stay at Surf Side Hotel. It is right on the beach. Great location for a good price. Walkable to Jennette’s Pier among other attractions. The hotel provides beach chairs if you ask the front desk staff. Access to the beach was really easy. We enjoyed the complementary wine and cheese happy hour and the late-night chocolate chip cookie hour. The breakfast at the hotel was also good. Each morning they had some staples that never changed, but they did rotate a few items to keep their menu fresh. My husband really enjoyed the waffle bar. Our room was very clean and had a beautiful view of the ocean housekeeping was very pleasant and always checked on us even if we had our privacy tag on the door to make sure we didn’t need fresh towels or want our garbage taken out. I would highly recommend this stay to anyone looking to stay in the Outer Banks.

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Tanya

27 Jul 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Super clean and staff is amazing. Love that it’s waterfront walk right out to the beach. Breakfast was awesome. And loved the complimentary wine and cheese and cookies every day. Conveniently located to many restaurants within walking distance and short drive to other parts of OBX.

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Fernando

10 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The area in Nags Head is unbeatable

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Patrick

22 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Of course it was surf side. Beautiful beach. our room was modern and tastefully furnished. Nice breakfast space. Friendly staff. Ample parking. Not fussy. Extremely comfortable porch chairs. Walking distance to Cahoun’s store and Jeanette’s Pier. 5 minutes from golf and outlet mall. Loved our stay just off peak season late May.

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Kisha

12 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I’m can’t say enough how much we enjoyed our stay!! Wish it was 2 nights!! Absolutely coming back again. The staff is great, the amenities are great, and you have access to the beach from the hotel. Everything about the place is so cute!!!

10

Nicole

7 Nov 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Great location on the beach and very nice staff!

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charles

21 Aug 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Location in the beach is awesome

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David

1 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Easy access to the beach and close to shopping and dining options nearby.

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Monique

12 Jun 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location with a lovely beach. The hotel was nicely appointed with a refrigerator and microwave. They offer a yummy breakfast and evening wine reception. Local restaurants are within walking distance but more crosswalks are needed across Highway 12 for safe travel.

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Shauna

24 Jun 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Hotel w/beach views, with the sand only steps away.

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Dining

Breakfast draws strong praise for quality and variety, and the daily wine-and-cheese hour plus evening cookies are guest favorites. Occasional critiques mention limited hours or items running out.

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Patricia

28 Aug 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

The breakfast was a wonderful improvement over any other motel I have stayed in previously. The staff including maintenance were courteous and helpful any time I interacted with them. I would definitely stay here again, and will also recommend the hotel to my friends and family.

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Donna

27 Dec 2023

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Stayed 1 night

It is located beachfront. Convenient location, friendly staff.Phenomenal breakfast consisting of quiche, biscuits & gravy, grit’s potatoes, cooked apples, corned beef hash, waffles, pastries, juice. Rooms are clean. Would definitely stay again.

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Heather

7 Sept 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Great breakfast! Our family enjoyed popcorn in the lobby, wine and cheese social hour and nightly cookies. The mini fridge in the room had a separate freezer which allowed us to freeze and refreeze the icepacks for our beach coolers.

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Lester Tammy

10 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Breakfast was incredible!

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Joseph

8 Dec 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This hotel was fantastic. The room was clean and every member of the staff that we encountered were friendly and courteous. The breakfast was fresh and hot and the extra amenities such as the popcorn all day and cookies in the evening were a welcome touch.

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Ron

11 Sept 2024

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Stayed 6 nights

Breakfast was excellent, Amanda was wonderful!

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Brian

5 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Amazing service! Every employee I interacted with was super nice and helpful! I noticed a couple of places in the hotel and hotel room that may have needed closer cleaning. The breakfast was delicious, but I would have preferred a self-serve buffet style breakfast with a couple more items. One last thing my family and I enjoyed was the daily cookies, available popcorn, and free wine :)

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Donna

12 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Stay was very nice I was disappointed at short breakfast hours. 8-10 made it very crowded and food was cold even though we we close to front of long line

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Shannon

31 May 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Breakfast was good every morning. Popcorn at noon, Wine at 5pm & chocolate chip cookies at 8pm was very nice.

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Mary

15 May 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Breakfast was awesome!

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Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
1 $118	2 $118	3 $118	4 $118	5 $118	6 $186	7 $186
8 $118	9 $118	10 $118	11 $118	12 $118	13 $152	14 $152
15 $118	16 $118	17 $118	18 $118	19 $118	20 $152	21 $152
22 $118	23 $118	24 $118	25 $118	26 $118	27 $163	28 $152
29 $100	30 $100

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Ocean Front King

Ocean Front Queens

Ocean Front Junior Honeymoon

Ocean View King Loft

Standard King Efficiency (No Elevator)

Direct Ocean Front Condo (No Elevator)

Oceanview Queens Loft

Ocean View King

Standard Double Queen (No Elevator)

Adapted King Handicap Accessible

Pool View Queen

Ocean Front Honeymoon Suite

Adapted Queen Handicap Accessible

Ocean Front Corner King

Dune View Queens

Ocean View 2 Queens

Dune View Condo (No Elevator)

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