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About the Hotel

4701 South Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head, North Carolina, United States, 27959
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Next to Nags Head Beach
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Rooms and Suites

Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront offers rooms with ocean or streetside views. Rooms include Holiday Inn Express bedding, a microwave, a refrigerator, a flat-screen TV, and free Wi-Fi. Perks include pillow menus and laptop-friendly workspaces. Amenities include free toiletries, ironing facilities, heating, air conditioning, tea and coffee facilities and sitting area. Connecting rooms are available.

Dining at Nags Head

The hotel offers a free Express Start Breakfast from 6:30 AM, featuring eggs, bacon, hot pancakes, cinnamon rolls, and coffee. Guests can enjoy dining in local restaurants such as Mulligan's Raw Bar and Grill, Blue Moon Beach Grill, and The Kill Devil Grill. The hotel provides delivery service from restaurants and complimentary coffee in the lobby.

Leisure and Activities

Guests can relax on the private sundeck or take a dip in the indoor heated pool, open from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM. The hotel features a state-of-the-art Fitness Center with a treadmill, elliptical machines, free weights, and a stationary bicycle, open 24 hours. First Flight Adventure Park is designed for ages 6 and up, located at mile post 16. The North Carolina Aquarium is recently renovated.

Location and Access

Located on the white sand shores of Nags Head, the oceanfront hotel is near Jockey's Ridge State Park (less than three miles), Wright Brothers Memorial (six miles), and Jennette's Pier. The hotel is the only Outer Banks hotel that features over four acres of oceanfront, and is located in a residential area with direct access to Nags Head's beach via a wooden walkway. Nags Head Golf Links is located off-site. The hotel is near Nags Head Raceway (3.5 km), Dowdy Park (4 km), and Outer Banks Mall (1 km).

Hotel Services

Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront provides complimentary services, including an indoor pool, a full free hot and cold breakfast bar, laundry facilities, free Wi-Fi, a Business Center, a 24-hour Fitness Center, and express checkout. Additional services include laundry service, wake-up calls, and a 24/7 gift shop. The business center is open 24/7 and has printing capabilities. The hotel has wheelchair-accessible entrances and elevators.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Standard Queen Room Two Queen Beds Mobility Accessible Tub
2 persons
14 m² 
2 King Size Beds
Coffee machine
Heating
Queen Room Two Queen Beds Dune View
2 persons
14 m² 
2 King Size Beds
Landscape view
Coffee machine
Heating
Queen Room Two Queen Beds Hearing Accessible or Non-Smoking
2 persons
14 m² 
2 King Size Beds
Coffee machine
Heating
King Room Mobility Accessible Roll Shower Non-Smoking
2 persons
14 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
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Getting around

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City Centre
Nags Head 1.5 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Security
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Lift
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Wind surfing
  • Hiking
  • Cycling
  • Fishing

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Shops/Commercial services

Business

  • Business centre
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots

Spa & Leisure

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

4701 South Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head, North Carolina, United States, 27959
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4701 South Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head, North Carolina, United States, 27959
Nearby
Store
The Fresh Market
920 m
Mall
Outer Banks Mall
1.1 km
Restaurants
Grits Grill
830 m
5000 S Croatan Hwy The Outer Banks Mall
Yellow Submarine
970 m
5000 S Croatan Hwy
Island Snowball Company
1.0 km
5000 S Croatan Hwy Unit N-15 Outer Banks Mall
New China Buffet
1.0 km
5000 S Croatan Hwy # N-4 # N-4
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 16:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
is available in for free.
Breakfast
The hotel Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront By Ihg serves a full breakfast for free. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room.  There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of floors:
5
Number of rooms:
25
Former name
Nags Head Inn
Questions of the users
About Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront By Ihg
What is the minimum age requirement for check-in at this hotel?
12 January 2024
The minimum age to check in at this hotel is 21.
Does this hotel have direct oceanfront access?
24 March 2024
No, the hotel is situated on the street side, not directly on the oceanfront.
Are the ocean view rooms equipped with balconies?
5 February 2024
Yes, all ocean side rooms come with a balcony featuring two chairs and a small table.
Is there a beach access point available at the hotel?
18 March 2024
Yes, there is a private beach access located directly behind the hotel.
Are dune view rooms the same as ocean view rooms?
7 April 2024
No, dune view rooms are located only on the second floor, while ocean view rooms are located on the fourth and fifth floors.
How far is the hotel from the beach?
22 February 2024
The beach is approximately 100 meters from the hotel entrance, with an easy access path leading directly to it.
Are pets permitted at this hotel?
30 January 2024
No, this hotel has a strict no-pet policy.
What breakfast options are available for guests?
10 March 2024
A complimentary breakfast is served each morning, featuring a variety of options including hot pancakes, cinnamon rolls, eggs, and fresh coffee.
Is an indoor pool available for guests to use?
15 April 2024
Yes, the indoor pool is open year-round for guests to enjoy.
Can I request an early check-in at the hotel?
14 February 2024
Early check-in can be granted free of charge if the room is available. If not, a parking pass will be provided so guests can enjoy the facilities.

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