TAR HEEL MOTEL, Nags Head

Tar Heel Motel - A retro-styled motel with easy beach access, outdoor pool, and proximity to Outer Banks attractions

Located at Milepost 16 in Nags Head, Tar Heel Motel features a retro vibe and direct access to Glidden Street Beach, just 220 feet away. The 32 air-conditioned rooms include flat-screen TVs, microwaves, mini-fridges, and convection toaster ovens, with select units offering kitchenettes with stovetops. Guests can use the outdoor pool, gas grills, picnic tables, and fish cleaning station. The motel is pet-friendly and partners with Trip Preserver(R) for optional travel insurance. Nearby attractions include Jennette's Pier (0.5 miles), Roanoke Island Festival Park (6.5 miles), and Jockey's Ridge State Park (4.5 miles). A continental breakfast is available each morning at Tar Heel Motel.

Pros

Direct beach access via Glidden Street, featuring showers and pet waste bags.

Outdoor amenities include a pool, gas grills, and picnic areas.

Centrally located near restaurants like South Beach Grille and Sam and Omies.

Pet-friendly rooms available for an additional fee.

Cons

No on-site dining options beyond breakfast.

Limited soundproofing may result in noise from nearby rooms.