Surf Side Hotel

WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT

We are experts
in coastal comfort.

Located right on the beautiful shores of the Atlantic Ocean with breathtaking views from every room, Surf Side Hotel is one of the top-rated hotels on the Outer Banks because we know what our guests want and we strive hard to give it to them every day.

Surf Side Hotel has earned Tripadvisor's coveted 2022 Travelers' Choice award by providing terrific service and value. Travelers' Choice recognizes businesses that earn consistently great reviews and are ranked in the top 10% of Tripadvisor listings.

Since 1984, our family owned and operated hotel has been making first time visitors into frequent visitors with a combination of Carolina Hospitality and our exceptionally clean and well appointed rooms and more recently, our condos that sleep six.

WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT

We are experts
in coastal comfort.

Located right on the beautiful shores of the Atlantic Ocean with breathtaking views from every room, Surf Side Hotel is one of the top-rated hotels on the Outer Banks because we know what our guests want and we strive hard to give it to them every day.

Surf Side Hotel has earned Tripadvisor's coveted 2022 Travelers' Choice award by providing terrific service and value. Travelers' Choice recognizes businesses that earn consistently great reviews and are ranked in the top 10% of Tripadvisor listings.

Since 1984, our family owned and operated hotel has been making first time visitors into frequent visitors with a combination of Carolina Hospitality and our exceptionally clean and well appointed rooms and more recently, our condos that sleep six.

EXTERIOR

LOBBY

OUTDOOR POOL

BREAKFAST ROOM

KING ROOM

OUR LOCATION

SURF SIDE

Our Hotel

Surf Side offers oceanfront and oceanview rooms in a wide array of configurations, including lofts and deluxe honeymoon suites. We also offer 2 bedroom condos with full kitchens and 3 bathrooms; some are pet-friendly as well. We have the best views of the Atlantic ocean and Albemarle Sound of all the hotels on the Outer Banks.

SURF SIDE

Our Hotel

Surf Side offers oceanfront and oceanview rooms in configurations including lofts and honeymoon suites. Our 2-bedroom condos have full kitchens and 3 bathrooms; some are pet-friendly as well. We have the best views of the Atlantic ocean and Albemarle Sound of all the hotels on the Outer Banks.

COMPLIMENTARY

Guest Amenities

Full Breakfast

Our delicious full breakfast is
served daily from 8-10 am.

Hospitality Hour

Complimentary wine and cheese is
served daily in our lobby
from 5-6 pm.

Private Beach Access

Just for our guests.

Outdoor Pool

From April - October, enjoy our
outdoor pool and sundeck.

Fresh-baked Cookies

Enjoy fresh baked chocolate chip cookies served nightly at 8 pm in our lobby.

Free Parking

Park your car and forget about it while you're here, you can walk to the main attractions.

Elevated Sun Deck

Catch a stunning sunset from our furnished Sun Deck, built over the covered parking entrance. Views overlook Roanoke Sound.

Outdoor Terrace

A cozy spot for a picnic or drinks.

Indoor Pool & Hottub

Open year-round, 10am - 10pm.

COMPLIMENTARY

Guest Amenities

Full Breakfast

Our delicious full breakfast is served daily from 8-10 am.

Hospitality Hour

Complimentary wine and cheese is served daily in our lobby from 5-6 pm.

Private Beach Access

Just for our guests.

Outdoor Pool

From April - October, enjoy our
outdoor pool and sundeck.

Free Parking

Park your car and forget about it while you're here, you can walk to the main attractions.

Fresh-baked Cookies

Enjoy fresh baked chocolate chip cookies served nightly at 8 pm
in our lobby.

Elevated Sun Deck

Catch a stunning sunset from our furnished Sun Deck, built over the covered parking entrance. Views overlook Roanoke Sound.

Outdoor Terrace

Furnished with a BBQ grill,
picnic area and terrace.

Indoor Pool & Hottub

Open year-round, 10am - 10pm.

WE’RE LOCATED CLOSE TO

So Many Fun
Things to Do

Surf Side Hotel is sited in Nags Head,
close to many major attractions.

Surf Side Hotel is
sited in Nags Head,
close to many major attractions.

OUR GUESTS GIVE US

Rave Reviews

4.5 Stars 4722 Reviews

Jennifer

3/27/2024

Would stay again Friendly staff from the front office to the breakfast cooks. Room was very clean! Albeit a little old it looks refreshed, felt clean, staff was nice, has high rated food areas. Has a pool and amazing access to the beach. Side view room was exceptional as well.

Greene

2/22/2024

Exceptional birthday weekend getaway! 😀 - Breakfast was great and staff was happy and excited to serve. Well stocked platform. Room had ample towels and wash rags. Great place for a relaxing get away! 😞 - None

Janet

2/12/2024

we enjoyed our stay and the location to the beach. 😀 - breakfast was great, staff super friendly and very helpful. Would be helpful to have a list of restaurants open on of season. 😞 - bahroom could have been a bit larger. bed not very comfortable.
Glenda

2/01/2024

Exceptional 😀 - The people. Amanda is amazing and so helpful. I don’t want to say it’s the best just so I can have the place to myself 😞 - None

Jeffery

1/29/2024

We'll be back. 😀 - price and location 😞 - turns out the room I booked with a ocean view did not have elevator access. I would suggest adding a question to the booking if elevator access is a need.

James

1/06/2024

Greatest Hotel ever. 😀 - Breakfast was far above my expectations and wine social every afternoon at 5:00 was a great meet your neighbor. Room was very clean and refreshed daily. 😞 - The only thing I didn't like was I had to leave the new friends I had made.
Jesse

12/03/2023

Very satisfied The breakfast was more than we expected ☺️, the room was nice tho we didn’t know we weren’t getting maid service the 2 nights we stayed but that’s fine. The employees were very helpful suggesting we’re we could have dinner. We would love to comeback and stay again

Faye

11/26/2023

Exceptional 😀 - The ocean front room was wonderful. We had a great view of the ocean. The room was clean and spacious. The breakfast was excellent. They offered a variety of foods. Location was close to all activities we planned. 😞 - We didn't have any negative issue during our stay.

Rose

11/15/2023

Great experience start to finish, I’m coming back again. 😀 - The breakfast was excellent with a nice variety. Wine and cheese reception and fresh baked cookies were a pleasant surprise. Location was excellent. Very friendly staff. 😞 - N/A
Angelika

10/22/2023

Vacation We had a great view on our oceanfront room! The room was very clean and one of the few hotels that we've stayed at that still does daily room cleaning if requested. The staff was also very helpful and friendly!

Colton

10/21/2023

Great hotel 😀 - Hotel staff was friendly, rooms were clean, breakfast was good, and the value was great. What more could you want? Definitely will be coming back. 😞 - No complaints really

Sheryle

10/09/2023

Great stay! Can't wait to go back!! 😀 - The room was clean, the staff was friendly, the breakfast was amazing!! 😞 - The elevator was not working this morning. I wish you could turn the light on the balcony off at night.
Michael

10/01/2023

Great adventure 😀 - Friendly, welcoming staff. Clean and comfortable room. Well maintained pool. On a nice beach. Close to restaurants and shopping. Good breakfast food & service. Polite & quiet housekeeping. Next time we visit Nags Head we will stay at Surf Side Hotel!

Joanne

9/27/2023

Immaculately clean & friendly property 😀 - Everything in this Property was Exceptional! The service at the front desk was so friendly & helpful, the property was spotless, the breakfast 7 people who worked in the breakfast area were incredible! Thanks for making my trip top notch! 😞 - Nothing

Theresa

9/15/2023

Really enjoyed this hotel. 😀 - The breakfasts were excellent. Staff was really nice. Room was clean and the happy hours and cookies were great and was a great opportunity to meet other guests. Would definitely stay there again. 😞 - Can’t say anything negative about this stay.
Maureen

9/14/2023

Absolutely loved it. My family and I thouroughly emjoyed our stay. 😀 - Right on the beach, Two pools, wine social every evening, excellent breakfast served every morning, complimentary fresh coffee, ice water and popcorn available all day, staff including housekeeping did a great job! 😞 - NA

Dawn

9/10/2023

Amazing hotel stay It was perfect. The staff was friendly and helpful and the room itself was clean and had amazing ocean views. The pool was clean with plenty of seating.

Heather

9/07/2023

Great Breakfast! 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.
Carole

9/02/2023

Great hotel in the perfect location. This is a lovely, locally owned hotel with a beautiful view of…the surf. The room was clean, the staff helpful and they offer wine and cheese at 4.30pm then cookies at 8 pm. The location is perfect for enjoying the many local attractions.

Ana

8/29/2023

Memorable, relaxing and peaceful stay! I even saw dolphins jumping in the oan in the early morning! 😀 - Directly on the beach so I can truly relax! Staff was extremely attentive, service oriented and welcoming! 😞 - Ii was truly satisfied with my visit!

Anonymous

8/28/2023

Our home away from home! 😀 - The property was clean and the staff were amazing!! The private beach makes all the difference. Amanda and her staff made us feel welcome and like family. We will only stay at Surf Side Hotel when in Nags Head. 😞 - Loved everything! No complaints.
Nazdin

8/10/2023

Exceptional 😀 - Lovely hotel, great staff, very friendly! Breakfast is tasty, and the free wine and cheese is a nice touch! Would have loved to have been able to stay longer!

Michael

8/10/2023

Love this hotel and location can’t be best. 😀 - Location, excellent staff 😞 - Breakfast was not great. Same thing every morning. Dining room was hot and crowded. Also, for the price, they should provide chairs and umbrellas free.

Stephanie

5/29/2023

Family Friendly Value 😀 - Good breakfast and friendly staff. The beds were comfy and the front desk even got our room ready earlier for us since we made good time on our drive. 😞 - The outdoor pool water was cold but that was mainly due to colder weather and windy conditions.
Shirley

5/22/2023

Great stay! 😀 - The staff were all kind and helpful. Our room, even though not on the oceanfront, had a great view of the ocean from our balcony. The breakfast food is delicious, as are the warm chocolate chip cookies at night!

Susan

5/21/2023

great spot to enjoy the Outer Banks 😀 - great location-facilities we’re good-xtra like breakfast, social hour and nightly cookies were a plus. staff was very friendly and accommodating-would definitely return and recommend to others.

Sarah

5/15/2023

perfect location, amazing deal, highly recommend 😀 - they really think of everything- amazing breakfast, beach chairs, pool towels, happy hour, fresh baked cookies. the staff were all very friendly 😞 - nothing!

OUR GUESTS GIVE US

Rave Reviews

4.5 Stars 4722 Reviews

Jennifer

3/27/2024

Would stay again Friendly staff from the front office to the breakfast cooks. Room was very clean! Albeit a little old it looks refreshed, felt clean, staff was nice, has high rated food areas. Has a pool and amazing access to the beach. Side view room was exceptional as well.

Greene

2/22/2024

Exceptional birthday weekend getaway! 😀 - Breakfast was great and staff was happy and excited to serve. Well stocked platform. Room had ample towels and wash rags. Great place for a relaxing get away! 😞 - None

Janet

2/12/2024

we enjoyed our stay and the location to the beach. 😀 - breakfast was great, staff super friendly and very helpful. Would be helpful to have a list of restaurants open on of season. 😞 - bahroom could have been a bit larger. bed not very comfortable.
Glenda

2/01/2024

Exceptional 😀 - The people. Amanda is amazing and so helpful. I don’t want to say it’s the best just so I can have the place to myself 😞 - None

Jeffery

1/29/2024

We'll be back. 😀 - price and location 😞 - turns out the room I booked with a ocean view did not have elevator access. I would suggest adding a question to the booking if elevator access is a need.

James

1/06/2024

Greatest Hotel ever. 😀 - Breakfast was far above my expectations and wine social every afternoon at 5:00 was a great meet your neighbor. Room was very clean and refreshed daily. 😞 - The only thing I didn't like was I had to leave the new friends I had made.
Jesse

12/03/2023

Very satisfied The breakfast was more than we expected ☺️, the room was nice tho we didn’t know we weren’t getting maid service the 2 nights we stayed but that’s fine. The employees were very helpful suggesting we’re we could have dinner. We would love to comeback and stay again

Faye

11/26/2023

Exceptional 😀 - The ocean front room was wonderful. We had a great view of the ocean. The room was clean and spacious. The breakfast was excellent. They offered a variety of foods. Location was close to all activities we planned. 😞 - We didn't have any negative issue during our stay.

Rose

11/15/2023

Great experience start to finish, I’m coming back again. 😀 - The breakfast was excellent with a nice variety. Wine and cheese reception and fresh baked cookies were a pleasant surprise. Location was excellent. Very friendly staff. 😞 - N/A
Angelika

10/22/2023

Vacation We had a great view on our oceanfront room! The room was very clean and one of the few hotels that we've stayed at that still does daily room cleaning if requested. The staff was also very helpful and friendly!

Colton

10/21/2023

Great hotel 😀 - Hotel staff was friendly, rooms were clean, breakfast was good, and the value was great. What more could you want? Definitely will be coming back. 😞 - No complaints really

Sheryle

10/09/2023

Great stay! Can't wait to go back!! 😀 - The room was clean, the staff was friendly, the breakfast was amazing!! 😞 - The elevator was not working this morning. I wish you could turn the light on the balcony off at night.
Michael

10/01/2023

Great adventure 😀 - Friendly, welcoming staff. Clean and comfortable room. Well maintained pool. On a nice beach. Close to restaurants and shopping. Good breakfast food & service. Polite & quiet housekeeping. Next time we visit Nags Head we will stay at Surf Side Hotel!

Joanne

9/27/2023

Immaculately clean & friendly property 😀 - Everything in this Property was Exceptional! The service at the front desk was so friendly & helpful, the property was spotless, the breakfast 7 people who worked in the breakfast area were incredible! Thanks for making my trip top notch! 😞 - Nothing

Theresa

9/15/2023

Really enjoyed this hotel. 😀 - The breakfasts were excellent. Staff was really nice. Room was clean and the happy hours and cookies were great and was a great opportunity to meet other guests. Would definitely stay there again. 😞 - Can’t say anything negative about this stay.
Maureen

9/14/2023

Absolutely loved it. My family and I thouroughly emjoyed our stay. 😀 - Right on the beach, Two pools, wine social every evening, excellent breakfast served every morning, complimentary fresh coffee, ice water and popcorn available all day, staff including housekeeping did a great job! 😞 - NA

Dawn

9/10/2023

Amazing hotel stay It was perfect. The staff was friendly and helpful and the room itself was clean and had amazing ocean views. The pool was clean with plenty of seating.

Heather

9/07/2023

Great Breakfast! 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.
Carole

9/02/2023

Great hotel in the perfect location. This is a lovely, locally owned hotel with a beautiful view of…the surf. The room was clean, the staff helpful and they offer wine and cheese at 4.30pm then cookies at 8 pm. The location is perfect for enjoying the many local attractions.

Ana

8/29/2023

Memorable, relaxing and peaceful stay! I even saw dolphins jumping in the oan in the early morning! 😀 - Directly on the beach so I can truly relax! Staff was extremely attentive, service oriented and welcoming! 😞 - Ii was truly satisfied with my visit!

Anonymous

8/28/2023

Our home away from home! 😀 - The property was clean and the staff were amazing!! The private beach makes all the difference. Amanda and her staff made us feel welcome and like family. We will only stay at Surf Side Hotel when in Nags Head. 😞 - Loved everything! No complaints.
Nazdin

8/10/2023

Exceptional 😀 - Lovely hotel, great staff, very friendly! Breakfast is tasty, and the free wine and cheese is a nice touch! Would have loved to have been able to stay longer!

Michael

8/10/2023

Love this hotel and location can’t be best. 😀 - Location, excellent staff 😞 - Breakfast was not great. Same thing every morning. Dining room was hot and crowded. Also, for the price, they should provide chairs and umbrellas free.

Stephanie

5/29/2023

Family Friendly Value 😀 - Good breakfast and friendly staff. The beds were comfy and the front desk even got our room ready earlier for us since we made good time on our drive. 😞 - The outdoor pool water was cold but that was mainly due to colder weather and windy conditions.
Shirley

5/22/2023

Great stay! 😀 - The staff were all kind and helpful. Our room, even though not on the oceanfront, had a great view of the ocean from our balcony. The breakfast food is delicious, as are the warm chocolate chip cookies at night!

Susan

5/21/2023

great spot to enjoy the Outer Banks 😀 - great location-facilities we’re good-xtra like breakfast, social hour and nightly cookies were a plus. staff was very friendly and accommodating-would definitely return and recommend to others.

Sarah

5/15/2023

perfect location, amazing deal, highly recommend 😀 - they really think of everything- amazing breakfast, beach chairs, pool towels, happy hour, fresh baked cookies. the staff were all very friendly 😞 - nothing!

Jennifer

3/27/2024

Would stay again Friendly staff from the front office to the breakfast cooks. Room was very clean! Albeit a little old it looks refreshed, felt clean, staff was nice, has high rated food areas. Has a pool and amazing access to the beach. Side view room was exceptional as well.
Greene

2/22/2024

Exceptional birthday weekend getaway! 😀 - Breakfast was great and staff was happy and excited to serve. Well stocked platform. Room had ample towels and wash rags. Great place for a relaxing get away! 😞 - None
Janet

2/12/2024

we enjoyed our stay and the location to the beach. 😀 - breakfast was great, staff super friendly and very helpful. Would be helpful to have a list of restaurants open on of season. 😞 - bahroom could have been a bit larger. bed not very comfortable.
Glenda

2/01/2024

Exceptional 😀 - The people. Amanda is amazing and so helpful. I don’t want to say it’s the best just so I can have the place to myself 😞 - None
Jeffery

1/29/2024

We'll be back. 😀 - price and location 😞 - turns out the room I booked with a ocean view did not have elevator access. I would suggest adding a question to the booking if elevator access is a need.
James

1/06/2024

Greatest Hotel ever. 😀 - Breakfast was far above my expectations and wine social every afternoon at 5:00 was a great meet your neighbor. Room was very clean and refreshed daily. 😞 - The only thing I didn't like was I had to leave the new friends I had made.
Jesse

12/03/2023

Very satisfied The breakfast was more than we expected ☺️, the room was nice tho we didn’t know we weren’t getting maid service the 2 nights we stayed but that’s fine. The employees were very helpful suggesting we’re we could have dinner. We would love to comeback and stay again
Faye

11/26/2023

Exceptional 😀 - The ocean front room was wonderful. We had a great view of the ocean. The room was clean and spacious. The breakfast was excellent. They offered a variety of foods. Location was close to all activities we planned. 😞 - We didn't have any negative issue during our stay.
Rose

11/15/2023

Great experience start to finish, I’m coming back again. 😀 - The breakfast was excellent with a nice variety. Wine and cheese reception and fresh baked cookies were a pleasant surprise. Location was excellent. Very friendly staff. 😞 - N/A

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We are experts
in coastal comfort.

We are experts
in coastal comfort.

Guest Amenities

Full Breakfast

Hospitality Hour

Private Beach Access

Outdoor Pool

Fresh-baked Cookies

Free Parking

Elevated Sun Deck

Outdoor Terrace

Indoor Pool & Hottub

Guest Amenities

Full Breakfast

Hospitality Hour

Private Beach Access

Outdoor Pool

Free Parking

Fresh-baked Cookies

Elevated Sun Deck

Outdoor Terrace

Indoor Pool & Hottub

So Many Fun
Things to Do

Rave Reviews

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Closed for Renovation

• Jan. 5 – Mar. 2026

We are expertsin coastal comfort.

We are expertsin coastal comfort.

Guest Amenities

Full Breakfast

Hospitality Hour

Private Beach Access

Outdoor Pool

Fresh-baked Cookies

Free Parking

Elevated Sun Deck

Outdoor Terrace

Indoor Pool & Hottub

Guest Amenities

Full Breakfast

Hospitality Hour

Private Beach Access

Outdoor Pool

Free Parking

Fresh-baked Cookies

Elevated Sun Deck

Outdoor Terrace

Indoor Pool & Hottub

So Many FunThings to Do

Rave Reviews

Rave Reviews

Whether you prefer to like, pin, snap, tweet or review, we love to hear from you.

Stay with us and earn rewards.

Stay with us and earn rewards.

Closed for Renovation

• Jan. 5 – Mar. 2026

We are experts
in coastal comfort.

We are experts
in coastal comfort.

So Many Fun
Things to Do

Stay with us and
earn rewards.