The Outer Banks Motor Lodge is a hotel in Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina, on a popular stretch of beachfront. It offers affordable stays with oceanfront views for visitors seeking beach activities and history. The property provides direct access to the sand and clear ocean waters. Guests have use of an outdoor swimming pool, barbecue facilities, and laundry facilities.
Should you book Outer Banks Motor Lodge?
A beachfront motel with basic amenities and ocean views.
Best for
- Beach access
- Families
- Budget travelers
Maybe not ideal for
- Guests seeking luxury
- A quiet atmosphere
Beachfront setting
This motel sits directly on the beach, offering oceanfront views and easy access to the sand and water. The location is ideal for enjoying the coastal environment.
Pool and BBQ
Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool or make use of the barbecue facilities and picnic area. Laundry facilities are also available on-site.
Room amenities
Rooms include air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and coffee-making facilities. Some rooms feature kitchenettes with microwaves and refrigerators.
Family friendly
A children’s playground is available for younger guests. The motel offers practical amenities for families visiting the Outer Banks.
Rooms & rates
Poolside King Room
19.0 m² · 1 king bed
Air conditioning · Private bathroom · Flat-screen TV · Coffee machine · Free Wifi
Poolside Pet-Friendly Efficiency with 1 King Bed
40.0 m² · 1 king bed
Private kitchenette · Private bathroom · Pool view · Air conditioning · Flat-screen TV · Coffee machine
Double Room - Disability Access
28.0 m² · 2 queen beds
Air conditioning · Private bathroom · Flat-screen TV · Coffee machine · Free Wifi
What you'll enjoy
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Amenities & facilities
Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Beachfront
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Great for your stay
- Parking
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
- Bath
- Free parking
- BBQ facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
Private bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Bath or shower
- Toilet
- Hairdryer
- Bath
- Shower
Bedroom
- Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Beachfront
- BBQ facilities
Kitchen
- Coffee machine
Location
1509 South Virginia Dare Trail, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948, United States, Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina
Outer Banks Motor Lodge is located in Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina.
Things to do nearby
- OBX Soccer Complexpark1.0 mi
- Aviation Parkpark1.1 mi
- Nags Head Woods Preservenature reserve1.2 mi
- Run Hill State Natural Areanature reserve1.3 mi
- 1903/12/17 Sculpturehistoric site1.3 mi
Straight-line distances from the property · data © OpenStreetMap contributors
What guests say
8.8 / 10 · Very good on Booking.com, from 335 guest reviews
Outer Banks Motor Lodge earns consistently strong praise for its prime beachside location, clean and spacious rooms, and relaxed atmosphere, with the majority of guests eager to return. However, a steep sand dune path to the beach poses real challenges for older or less mobile guests, and a handful of visitors noted inconsistent staff friendliness and a noisy A/C unit. Overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, with minor operational and accessibility issues worth considering.
Reviews scoring 9–10: 20 · average 9.8
They wrote about: location, room, staff
Reviews scoring 7–9: 10 · average 8
They wrote about: location, room, noise
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Good to know
House rules
- Check-in
From 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
- Check-out
From 12:00 AM to 11:00 AM
- Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
- Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
- Pets
Pets are not allowed.
- Cards accepted at this property
Cash is not accepted
Frequently asked questions
What are the room amenities?
All rooms have air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and coffee machines. Some include kitchenettes with microwaves and refrigerators.
What facilities are available?
The motel offers an outdoor swimming pool, BBQ facilities, laundry facilities, a children’s playground, and vending machines.
Is there parking available?
Yes, free parking is available on-site for guests. Accessible parking is also provided.
What is nearby?
The Wright Brothers National Memorial is 3.5 km away, and Jockey's Ridge is a 6-minute walk. Several parks and nature reserves are also close by.
Can I bring my pet?
Yes, one room type, the Poolside Pet-Friendly Efficiency, accommodates pets.
Does the hotel have WiFi?
Free WiFi is available for guests throughout the property.