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Very clean. Staff was friendly and helpful.

Had a great stay. We did not make any contact with anyone, assuming this is due to covid. Access code was emailed to me the morning of our stay. Shower is super small but functional.

The rooms were very clean and comfortable. You are a 5 minute walk from the beach and a 5 to 10 minute walk from a lot of shops and eateries. We loved that you park right next to your rooms and the motel is all single story. The pool and grilling areas looked really nice (we went in april so pool wasnt open) I will say if you need constant attention this is not the place for you. The office is only open during the day with a number to call for emergencies at night. Housekeeping only cleans the rooms when you check out but will get you anything you need while they are there. It is pet friendly and those who brought pets cleaned up after them and we didnt hear any barking at night. The rooms are big and have a keurig, a microwave and toaster oven, and a mini fridge. Also a table and 2 chairs. We had a great time and the price I booked for 2 rooms was great. We would stay there again with no hesitation.

No staff around to ask questions. Very clean.

Cars are parked right in front of your room, so you may hear car locking sounds esp if yr neighbors start early in the day but otherwise it seems good. Very proximal to the beach access.

The property was tastefully remodeled and looked very nice. However, the door to the room had a gap in the door jam and flies, spiders and gnats frequently came in the room. These were a nuisance.

Newly remodeled and great location to Hatteras, Roanoke, Kill Devil Hill, and public beach access.

Nice, clean and fun. Very close to the beach. We would come back.

There was hair on the pillows and bedding. There was a hair tie left on the floor when you first walk into the room. The beds were extremely hard and uncomfortable and the pillows were supper soft. Overall will not stay here again and was very disappointed.

Old fashioned motel with new furnishings. Across the road from the beach! Great pool and grilling area. Beds were a little too firm for me.

The hotel was perfect on the inside! Updated fixtures made it feel like home. I loved that you never had to “check in or check out”. A key code to the door was simply texted to you! The only reason this doesn’t rate a five is there was no hot water, so I couldn’t take a shower and the beds were very hard and uncomfortable.

S. Virginia Dare Trail Nags Head NC

Hotel highlights

  • Walking distance to Outer Banks Beaches and Jennette's Pier
  • Free WiFi in rooms and public areas
  • Free parking

Jennette's Pier is a short stroll from Tar Heel Motel, and other popular attractions like Nags Head Golf Links are within a couple of miles (3 km). Each of the 32 rooms at this motel includes a furnished patio, a refrigerator, and a microwave.


Rooms

Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Furnished patios, refrigerators, and microwaves are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.


Property features

Guests of Tar Heel Motel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a seasonal outdoor pool, and express check-in. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. Friendly staff can provide luggage storage, and also offer advice about sightseeing. Additional amenities include express check-out, a terrace, and barbecue grills.

Room options

Single Room, 2 Queen Beds

2 Queen Beds | Sleeps 4

Single Room, 1 King Bed

1 King Bed | Sleeps 2

Guest reviews for Tar Heel Motel

Everyone (8) Couples (2) Family (3)
4
Everyone

By on May 21, 2023

Review comment responded on May 30, 2023

Thank you for the review, we hope to host you again on your next trip.

5
Family

Very clean. Staff was friendly and helpful.

By on Mar 11, 2023

Review comment responded on Mar 15, 2023

Thank you for the review, we hope you come back and visit soon!

4
Partner Couples

Had a great stay. We did not make any contact with anyone, assuming this is due to covid. Access code was emailed to me the morning of our stay. Shower is super small but functional.

By on Apr 22, 2021

Review comment responded on Apr 23, 2021

Thank you for choosing the Tar Heel Motel.

4
Family with small children

The rooms were very clean and comfortable. You are a 5 minute walk from the beach and a 5 to 10 minute walk from a lot of shops and eateries. We loved that you park right next to your rooms and the motel is all single story. The pool and grilling areas looked really nice (we went in april so pool wasnt open) I will say if you need constant attention this is not the place for you. The office is only open during the day with a number to call for emergencies at night. Housekeeping only cleans the rooms when you check out but will get you anything you need while they are there. It is pet friendly and those who brought pets cleaned up after them and we didnt hear any barking at night. The rooms are big and have a keurig, a microwave and toaster oven, and a mini fridge. Also a table and 2 chairs. We had a great time and the price I booked for 2 rooms was great. We would stay there again with no hesitation.

By on Apr 12, 2021

Review comment responded on Apr 16, 2021

Thank you for such a wonderful review!!

4
Everyone

By on Apr 10, 2021

Review comment responded on Apr 23, 2021

Thank you for choosing the Tar Heel

3
Family

No staff around to ask questions. Very clean.

By on Mar 31, 2021

Review comment responded on Apr 1, 2021

Thank you for choosing the Tar Heel. We do have limited office hours during the off season, our staff moves between properties. Once we are in-season we will have extended hours again. We are available by phone for assistance.

4
Family

Cars are parked right in front of your room, so you may hear car locking sounds esp if yr neighbors start early in the day but otherwise it seems good. Very proximal to the beach access.

By on Aug 11, 2019

Review comment responded on Aug 13, 2019

Thank you for staying with us, we hope to see you again on your next trip to the Outer Banks.

4
Partner Couples

The property was tastefully remodeled and looked very nice. However, the door to the room had a gap in the door jam and flies, spiders and gnats frequently came in the room. These were a nuisance.

By on Jun 4, 2019

Review comment responded on Jun 4, 2019

We are happy you enjoyed your room with the exception of the gap under the door. We will see that this is corrected.

4
Friends

Newly remodeled and great location to Hatteras, Roanoke, Kill Devil Hill, and public beach access.

By on May 24, 2019

Review comment responded on May 25, 2019

Thank you for choosing the Tar Heel for your vacation!

5
Everyone

By on May 19, 2019

Review comment responded on May 19, 2019

Thank you for the review

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