Skip to main content
  1. Hotel reviews homepage
  2. US hotel reviews
  3. North Carolina hotel reviews
  4. Nags Head hotel reviews
  5. Reviews of Sea Horse Inn and Cottages

Reviews of Sea Horse Inn and Cottages This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

7218 South Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head, NC 27959, United States

#15 of 29 hotels in Nags Head

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 756 hotel reviews

7.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.6

  • Comfort

    7.8

  • Location

    9.0

  • Facilities

    7.3

  • Staff

    7.9

  • Value for money

    7.9

  • Free Wifi

    7.9

Verified guest reviews from real Bookers

Real Bookers. Real stays. Real opinions.

Read more– opens a dialog box
Write a Review

Showing 1 - 25

  • Reviewed: September 8, 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The mattress and sofa where uncomfortable

    Location, price. Cleaning

    Stayed in September 2025

  • Reviewed: September 8, 2025

    7.0
    Great 3.5ish star hotel
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No elevator on the property, the parking lot although small was do-able, the bathrooms were on the smaller side and there was no stand or table in the bathroom

    The location was the best part, the facility itself for the price was pretty good, probably the best for that location in particular

    Stayed in September 2025

  • Reviewed: September 6, 2025

    7.0
    Good for the price
    • Family with young children
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Definitely could use some tlc.

    Location

    Stayed in September 2025

  • Reviewed: September 5, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I didn't see none of the staff much but it wasn't a big deal I wasn't at the room much anyhow just at night and the morning time.

    Didn't need anything special just needed a nice clean place where I could I rest my head and be satisfied and this place met that.

    Stayed in September 2025

  • Reviewed: September 4, 2025

    7.0
    Decent for the location and price
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We noticed bed bug markings on the 2nd bed in the room that we obviously did not sleep on. The room smelled of mold and mildew. We saw cockroaches outside on the balcony

    It was right across the street from the beach and pier. They have a luggage carrier elevator for those staying on the 2nd and 3rd floor that was pretty cool. Easy check in and check out process. Friendly staff.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: September 2, 2025

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Location was perfect.

    Stayed in September 2025

  • Reviewed: September 1, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The stairs i didn't like

    Close to the beach and fishing pier

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 26, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Cottage
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Cleaning could be improved on. But it is a great value.

    No frills, but had what we needed. Staff is friendly and helpful. Very convenient location.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 22, 2025

    8.0
    Nice area and a good value.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Outdated

    Close to the pier.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 21, 2025

    7.0
    It was convenient and functional and perfect for a short stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It’s definitely an older property and it definitely needs renovating. It doesn’t have an elevator and the steps are wooden and worn so we couldn’t use the handrails for fear of getting splinters.

    It is right across the street from Jeanette’s Pier. It is pretty much the center point on the OBX. It was as clean as an old motel could be.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: August 20, 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very small

    Very close to everything!!small and quite.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: August 16, 2025

    6.0
    Clean guest rooms, dirty public spaces
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    the public spaces looked grubby and decrepit. The room where the ice machine was located was dirty with broken flooring and stains on the wall. I actually decided not to get ice because I wondered if the ice machine was being cleaned properly. Alot of the other guests smoked and left their butts in old soda bottles along the walkway. the guest rooms although clean were fairly small, particularly those with two beds.

    the room in which we stayed was clean and the sheets on the bed were lightweight cotton (a good choice in humid coastal NC) The location of this hotel is very close to public beach

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 15, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No elevator

    Beach is just across the street. Clean room.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 13, 2025

    6.0
    Going down fast
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I have stayed here many times each year for several years,however the last 2 it is really going down hill,they use so much air freshener I guess to cover up something?cleanliness is sub par at best,no type of staff on site,you check in with a kiosk that you can't understand,toilet paper is help yourself,as is coffee..you need new or better management..3 years ago you had a couple young men,they were there all hours,working,speaking ,fixing painting...

    Location location location...

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 12, 2025

    6.0
    While the commode issue was a pain, I was with my sisters and we made the best of it!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Did NOT like having to plunge the commode every time it was used! The kitchenette was very dirty but the housekeeper cleaned it very quickly!

    The location was great! We could walk to get what we needed, or just a short drive to other areas.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 12, 2025

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No breakfast, small rooms, small beds, coffee creamer and sugars were dried up they were not useful, not enough space to put luggage

    The location is excellent. The lift for the items was great. Nice they accept dogs,

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 10, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Queen Room with Spa Bath
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Not enough space to lounge and relax unless you are inside

    Location is awesome

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 5, 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    They have a kiosk check in if the guy isnt there. That threw me at first. Maybe better overall? Delivery truck beep beeped at 5am one day. Stairs and floors seem like they are ready to crumble.

    A hop across a 30 mph road to the beach and pier. You dont hear much road noise. Adequate parking. New bed, Didnt try wifi. Ac worked. Hot water was ok. Gave me third floor. Market across the street. Restaurants near by.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: August 5, 2025

    6.0
    Quaint and tight, but a beachgoers paradise
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Room size was deceptively photographed, appearing like there were 2 beds and a pull out.

    Proximity to beach

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: August 3, 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I hated that you had to use a kiosk to virtually check in and out.

    The location was excellent.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 2, 2025

    8.0
    Pet friendly, comfortable, and great location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Cottage
    • Stayed 4 nights

    The place is a little old, it could use some renovations, modernize a bit. Parking is a little tide, could use some more space. Overall, this hotel is old but clean, it's perfect for people who don't expect any luxury but very basic needs.

    Seahorse Inn&Cottages is very pet friendly, it's my second year going there, and I didn't have any problems. Location is perfect, cross the street from the Pier, beach, mini market, restaurants, and stores.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 2, 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Stairs

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 1, 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    For how big the room was, I would have liked a soft chair or something

    The price was great for what I got. A must-know for vacationing on a tight budget.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 31, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Location, Quiet, Clean and comfortable room

    Stayed in July 2025

Showing 1 - 25

We Price Match
We Price Match
Low rates • No booking fees • Find something cheaper? We'll refund the difference!