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    Dolphin Oceanfront Motel

    3.4 (33 reviews)
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    Patrick L.

    Way to expensive. Don't book online you will not get ur money back. Pics online about this place are deceiving. We wanted a room on the beach and taught that's what we booked not so.

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    Reviews here are accurate. We made a last minute decision for a short get away (4 days). We wanted to sit on the beach and do a bit of exploring. We chose here due to the reviews, beach/ocean access and the price. We were not disappointed! The location is perfect. Literally walk out the doors/down the hall and you are on the beach. Good restaurant choices near by (Owens, Sam and Ommies, FreshFit Cafe and convenient to Roanoke Island). Easy for walking and biking. Small, simple and clean accommodations. Bed was comfortable, newer TV, small fridge and microwave and coffee maker. Peking is tight as noted in other reviews but never had a problem locating a spot. It was hassle free and perfect for what we were looking for. It's pet friendly however we didn't hear them nor hear neighbors. We've done higher priced hotels and homes for OBX for years with family. This was great for the simple and cost effective trip we wanted for just the two of us. We recommend and will be back!

    Erin L.

    The motel is the perfect location, right on the beach. The staff was super friendly and helpful and it was way more affordable than the other hotels in the area. Our room was not one that led right onto the beach but it was a 30 second walk through the middle of the motel and was perfect for what we needed. True, it's not a 5-star hotel, but it was a bed to sleep in and close to the beach, what more could you need?

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    3 years ago

    Amazing place amazing staff price was right room was amazing wonderful beach access I highly recommend

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    8 years ago

    This is a comparatively inexpensive place to stay in nags head. Rooms are clean, staff is friendly, steps to the beach, and pet friendly.

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    15 years ago

    Clean, comfortable and a beach motel :) Great location, location is everything....Great price.

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    Great getaway with our dogs! loved that it was in a beautiful spot on the beach and the staff was so lovely. Thank you!

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    Good restaurant choices near by (Owens, Sam and Ommies, FreshFit Cafe and convenient to Roanoke Island).

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