Name: Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG
Address: 4701 South Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head, 27959, US

6/10

Pleasant

23 Jul 2026

Kathleen

Staff was welcoming and helpful. There were not enough hooks to put wet clothing and towels on in our room. There was a guest laundry which we were able to use the day before we left.

10/10

Exceptional

23 Jul 2026

jacqueline

I booked a room and something happened with the reservation but the front desk attendant was very helpful so I was still able to get the room. When I got to my room it was very clean and the AC was full blast which was very nice. Breakfast was good but somewhat crowded. The location made my first visit to OBX nice and I look forward to visiting again.

Ps: the beach is right up the stairs from the parking lot.

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jul 2026

Jessie

The breakfast and coffee were delicious. We enjoyed our clean room and beautiful ocean view.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

19 Jul 2026

Jane

Room was clean and beach access was convenient.

8/10

Excellent

18 Jul 2026

Thomas

The staff was great

Family

8/10

Excellent

17 Jul 2026

Kevin

Location was great and the room was clean. What you expect from Holiday Inn Express as far as pool and breakfast amenities.

The property could use some mechanical upgrades and general maintenance. Our room AC ran constantly and the room was humid.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

16 Jul 2026

Brandi

The stay was amazing. The room was great, the view was beautiful, the staff were very nice and helpful, the breakfast was delicious, and the pool was a great treat as well when the weather was not fun outside! Thank you for helping to make our stay amazing!!!

Family_with_children

4/10

Poor

14 Jul 2026

Emilye

Biggest problem was the housekeeping. We had full trash cans the whole visit, it never got taken out. When we first arrived we were warned they were out of towels, but that they would bring us some when their linens got in. Well we didn’t get towels until the next night. We had to use our beach towels after showering which was less than ideal. Admittedly, it’s hard to keep a hotel right next to the beach clean, but we had wet towels on the floor of our room from day one that were never collected by housekeeping either. There was only one morning that there was any sign that anyone had ever cleaned our room a bit and it was just that the beds got made. It’s a prime location, but you kind of have to fend for yourself on some things.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

12 Jul 2026

nivetha

Very clean, Family friendly and great location. Breakfast could be a little better

Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

12 Jul 2026

Byung-Chun

The location of this hotel is fantastic, and the beach right behind it is truly amazing. We stayed in a street-view room, but we could still see the ocean, so I don't think it's necessary to pay extra for an official ocean view.
As for the amenities, they were very convenient and well-designed. However, the staff friendliness and the overall cleanliness of the facilities were just average—not bad, but nothing special. Overall, it’s a solid choice mainly for its location and beach access.

10/10

Exceptional

10 Jul 2026

Melissa

Clean room, balcony views of ocean are great, breakfast was a nice spread and staff was nice and helpful.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

07 Jul 2026

Liz

Súper limpio , y limpiaron la habitación cada día de nuestra estancia

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

06 Jul 2026

Ramkrishna

Room was decent size for 3 adults. Breakfast is real good. You will save money and time instead of going somewhere else. Beach is excellent. Ignore all the bad reviews. Those bad reviewers will never be happy in their life even if they stay at some 5-star hotel.

8/10

Excellent

05 Jul 2026

Sarah

Beds were a little uncomfortable but most hotel beds are not like your own bed. Right on the beach. Good location for restaurants and things to do besides beach. Breakfast was nice. Would definitely use again. Also had info available to rent chairs and umbrella which was nice because you didn’t have to lug all that stuff out to set up yourself. It’s already done for you.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

30 Jun 2026

Lynne

Clean room and facilities. Friendly staff. Great beach access. I wish the pool was outdoors and the pool deck had a better ocean view (it’s blocked by the dune), but we had an excellent experience at this hotel.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

30 Jun 2026

Melanie

The staff were all super friendly. Room was clean and comfortable.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

28 Jun 2026

Joseph

Enjoyed our stsy

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

27 Jun 2026

Ranganath

Its good but not excellent hotel.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

26 Jun 2026

Dharmeshkumar

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Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

26 Jun 2026

Gregory

Nice hotel in a convenient location right on the beach. Excellent breakfast - I’d call it Continental+. It would be great if the pool were of the outside variety. Price was quite high but par for the course for OBX in the summer months…

Family

10/10

Exceptional

22 Jun 2026

Leann

Having a free laundry was great

10/10

Exceptional

21 Jun 2026

Peter Joseph Previte

The oceanfront room we reserved in advance was the one we got. Room itself was immaculate. Staff friendly and helpful. Proximity to the beach was the best! Ocean water temperature was perfect! Lots of places around to eat. Definitely plan on returning next year.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

19 Jun 2026

Starr

Beautiful view

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

15 Jun 2026

Kenneth

This was our second stay at the Holiday Inn Express and the staff was excellent, the beach was awesome and as before the room was very clean. I will always come back to this Inn.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

15 Jun 2026

Jim

Room was clean and decently sized. Staff was super friendly and helpful. Oceanview room was amazing. Breakfast was decent.

10/10

Exceptional

12 Jun 2026

Jill

The view was amazing! The room was very clean and very roomier. Bed was so comfortable. Breakfast was delicious! We called ahead of time and stated that we would be a little late checking in. We got there around the time we told them and they had everything ready. Wonderful staff! Will stay here again!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

11 Jun 2026

Douglas

The ocean view room was fabulous. The two gentlemen, William and Duane, at the front desk were exceptional… friendly and helpful. It was a delightful getaway.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Jun 2026

Brooke

Unfortunately, my daughter and I had a very quick stay at the Holiday Inn Express. We arrived late and left early so did not get to experience the amenities. We appreciated a clean and quiet room.

8/10

Excellent

06 Jun 2026

Corey

Was as described. Not the nicest place but pretty good. It is right on the beach.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

04 Jun 2026

Sandra

Very nice room with beach view
Hats off to Vickie the breakfast hostess! She was so accommodating & fun to be with & breakfast was top notch

Partner

8/10

Excellent

03 Jun 2026

Ron

We really enjoyed our stay at our hotel. It was on the beach and we had a beachfront view. The breakfast was fine.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

03 Jun 2026

Phillip

This is an older hotel but was decently clean. They have their own beach access which was easy to get to. They have a ramp and stairs to get up to the beach but several steps once you get to the top to get onto the beach which makes it hard for wagons etc. breakfast was included and was good. The lady in the breakfast area was always nice and kept the tables clean. Staff was frequently away from the front desk which was a little annoying but otherwise no issues for us during our stay. I would stay here again.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 May 2026

Joseph

Breakfast area was well staffed and maintained. Ramp up to the beach access was a big plus. It might be nice to add a connection from the pool area across to the beach access.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 May 2026

Melissa

Our trip was AMAZING ! this was our first experience in nags head and this team was fantastic, the breakfast ladies were amazing, so friendly and welcoming, the food was delicious and always fresh, they made the experience even better ! The young man working nights was an angel, our grand daughter
(3) and autistic nephew (8) wanted froot loops at 10 pm for a snack lol ( yes we know it's late but its vacation) this man went to the kitchen and got them some fruit loops and some milk ! Its the little things that made this hotel team stand out ! The room was clean, the pool area was clean. It was an easy walk to the beach. We want to thank your hotel team for making our vacation so memorable ! Great job guys ! Thanks again 💜

10/10

Exceptional

26 May 2026

Harold

Beachfront location at a reasonable rate.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

25 May 2026

Ashish

Fantastic hotel with great access to clean beach, with showers to rinse off sand and a great pool with sunbathing area.
Rooms were spacious and clean.
Staff was very polite and friendly.
Ample free self parking and tasty breakfast.
Best part is its location - take right highway for dunes park, Kills Devil, Kitty Hawk, Wright Brothers Museum, great restaurants. Take left highway for dolphin tours, aquarium, light houses, Trampoline Park, Mall.
You can walk to the beach from the hotel parking. Plus this hotel has showers outside to wash off the sand before going to pool or to your rooms. Hotels in Virginia Beach should learn from this one.
We had street facing rooms which were great.
What we paid felt reasonable compared to other options.
The only improvement I would recommend is bigger breakfast room. It’s very cramped and folks with family face a challenge finding a place to sit.
Overall, I would rate this one as 10/10

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

22 May 2026

Daniel

The stairs and deck going over the sand dune are a mess. The handicap ramp has at least six inches of sand on the turns and the stairs down to the beach are almost totally covered with sand. The deck at the top has two orange cones because there is a hole in the deck. It is Memorial Day weekend and the start of summer so I would think out door maintenance would be much better than it was. Our deck definitely needed the railings and ceiling sanded and painted. It is a wonderful location but the exterior definitely needs attention. The windows in the lobby are so cloudy and need cleaned and the interior stairwells could use some air freshener. After saying all that will we stay there again. Of course. Location. Location. Location.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 May 2026

Silvia

Everything was great! Even the breakfast staff was great! I would stay again!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 May 2026

Paul

The free breakfast was excellent. Everything cooked properly. Good variety.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 May 2026

David C

We arrived on the shoulder season. I’m certain that the drifted sand on the steps will be cleaned off very soon

10/10

Exceptional

11 May 2026

Karen

Perfectly located to visit anywhere in the OBX. The ocean view from the 4th floor was amazing. The room was clean, spacious and had plenty of everything. The housekeeping was superb and the front end staff were knowledgeable and friendly. Will definitely book again next year.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 May 2026

Candace

The property was right on the beach/sand dunes. There is a set of stairs and a ramp over the Dune from the parking lot. We had a ocean front room with balcony that was very enjoyable.
The room was spacious with comfortable beds, full bank of windows facing the Ocean and nice bathroom.
Breakfast was a treat every morning with fresh brewed coffee and a hot or cold breakfast; In tidy surroundings.
Hotel is centrally located for restaurants, sites and fun. Ample parking.
Did not use the indoor pool, but it was well kept.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

27 Apr 2026

Syd

The breakfast was hot & great. The view from the room could not have been better looking at the beach. Perfect.
That staff was very polite & friendly. and once you step off the elevator and you breath in The place smells clean. The room was very clean and spacious.
Thanks for a great stay.
Until next time, Thanks,

Partner

8/10

Excellent

26 Apr 2026

Brian

The benefit to this location is the beach access. All the rest of the details are very similar to other HI Express locations. This hotel is an older but remodeled hotel. Elevators are SLOW. Be prepared to take a while. One was out of order.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

24 Apr 2026

Joseph

Stay was pleasant. Hotel was clean. Breakfast was good and staff was amazing.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

22 Apr 2026

Debbie

Yes

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 Apr 2026

James

Older hotel that was given a new lease on life(well done)!
Great location, Excellent Breakfast!
Great view of the beach and water!
We’ll be returning

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Apr 2026

James

Great location with easy check-in. The room was clean. Breakfast was pretty good. No complaints and would stay there again.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

17 Apr 2026

William

Walking distance to a couple of restaurants..nice clean rooms, steps from the beach and covered parking for motorcycles..

Family

2/10

Poor

16 Apr 2026

Spencer

AVOID!!! Very disappointing stay. I rarely write reviews but this one is extremely warranted. Front desk employee was rude and not friendly/welcoming at check in and the cleaning crew had no sense of privacy and would not give us any space, they knocked on the door several times prior to check out even though the “privacy please” tag was on the door. The wooden stairs to the beach is the one good thing about this property and even that is in TERRIBLE shape, it is completely covered in sand (looks nothing like the picture provided in the photos of the property) and seems like it has not been maintained in over a decade. Do not be fooled like I was, save money and take your business elsewhere.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

13 Apr 2026

John

Breakfast was more than expected. Room was not touched by housekeeping while we were there. Room faced street even though we requested and booked ocean view. Overall nice stay.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

13 Apr 2026

MICHAEL

Condition of the property was poor. We had an Ocean view room, but the balcony was so filthy, and the glass windows were so caked with sand and salt water spray that you could not even look out the windows. Those windows should be cleaned after every guest and they had not been cleaned and I couldn’t tell you when, the view was beautiful from the balcony but you couldn’t even look out the window. Paint peeling off of the ceiling and wallpaper peeling off of the walls. The room definitely needed an update.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

13 Apr 2026

Neal

We had a great time. Too cool for the beach so the indoor pool was perfect for the littles. Breakfast was great as we have always come to expect from Holiday Inn Express. Sound of the ocean was the best sound to sleep to.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

12 Apr 2026

MADONNA

I was very surprised at the condition and cleanliness of the hotel. Most beach rooms that are old just have a dirty vibe feel but that's because of the beach the air and sand.

8/10

Excellent

11 Apr 2026

Dave

Gorgeous views, nice clean room, breakfast was good just very crowded.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

09 Apr 2026

Emily

The room was very clean and the breakfast buffet was awesome! The pool is nice but VERY small.

Family_with_children

6/10

Pleasant

07 Apr 2026

Brian

Daily housekeeping did not happen. Had to set garbage outside to be taken away and had to ask for towels daily

Family

10/10

Exceptional

07 Apr 2026

Sonja

Oceanfront room, beach access.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

05 Apr 2026

Sarahann

Clean room

10/10

Exceptional

04 Apr 2026

Tonya

This was a very accommodating hotel for the one night stay!

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

04 Apr 2026

Tracey

Lovely ocean views, quiet, friendly staff

Partner

8/10

Excellent

02 Apr 2026

Chris

Breakfast was very good, nice stay on ocean

Friends_and_family Family

6/10

Pleasant

31 Mar 2026

enrica

Good breakfast, excellent breakfast lady, but the hotel need some TLC.

Family

8/10

Excellent

31 Mar 2026

Ginger

Very nice separate breakfast area.

Loved the closeness to the beach and anything else!!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

31 Mar 2026

Tiffoney

Served my purpose. I needed sleep and slept good

6/10

Pleasant

29 Mar 2026

Rhonda

The room was nice and clean and the bed was comfortable. I would give this place almost 5 stars but the shower water was lukewarm which is unacceptable to me. I had it the faucet turned completely to max hot and it never changed so I think instead of it running out of hot water, that is just what the temp was set for. That alone makes it so I’ll never stay here again.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 Mar 2026

Elesha

The complimentary breakfast was great for the kids. Pool and pool area was nice and very clean.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

28 Mar 2026

Donald

Great view of the ocean.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Mar 2026

Kelly

Our room and stay felt like a great value. The room was updated, spacious, and comfortable. Beds and pillows comfy, shower and bathroom very clean, and the cabinet/counter/kitchen space was a nice surprise. You could probably stay here several days and not feel crowded and have all you need. Our room, 401, had a balcony and beach view which was a nice surprise! The parking was great (covered). What’s most important to me in hotels of this really affordable price range is cleanliness, then safety and comfort. This hit all of those!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

25 Mar 2026

Kathleen

Staff was friendly and helpful. Breakfast was good and sufficient. Great biscuits. Wonderful view if Oceanside. Nice view if not.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

22 Mar 2026

Donna

Had a great weekend. Rooms are clean, spacious, and comfortable. Staff is fantastic. Free breakfast from 6:30- 930. Everything was delicious. Pool was fabulous. My only complaint is that you can hear EVERYTHING. Toilets flushing are loud, people in the hallway are loud. We had a room right next to the fitness room (rm 210) and when someone was on the treadmill.. it was LOUD 😂

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

21 Mar 2026

Davila

Very clean hotel and great location in re: beach access

Family

10/10

Exceptional

21 Mar 2026

Keyana

Overall the hotel was pretty clean but the shower had some hairs left in it when we got to our room. Breakfast was great and staff was very pleasant

Partner

8/10

Excellent

16 Mar 2026

Garry

great rooms, small bathroom

Friends

8/10

Excellent

16 Mar 2026

Michael

I was disappointed at check in to learn that the great Expedia rate came with no IHG points. Fair trade off, I guess. Place was a little “too” family friendly, with little kids making noise in the halls and in the adjoining room at 11 PM.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 Mar 2026

Christy

Nice room, very clean, pleasant & helpful staff.

Self

6/10

Pleasant

09 Mar 2026

Ronda

Very run down

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Mar 2026

Charles

Very clean facility and friendly staff.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Mar 2026

Don

I had an ocean front room on the 4th floor. The view was astonishing. The room was adequate for 2 people. The shower and bathroom were good size and very clean as was the room. I would definitely stay there again.

2/10

Poor

05 Mar 2026

cedric

Pool was closed for the winter! Hotel did not disclose this.
The mattress was the worst I’ve been on.
Great breakfast though.

10/10

Exceptional

03 Mar 2026

Lois

We could see the beach standing on the balcony but not if we were sitting.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

03 Mar 2026

Lynn

Great veiw of ocean from balcony.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 Feb 2026

James

Clean room and excellent staff.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 Feb 2026

Sheena

The room was excellent. The service was as well. Great location. Clean room. Would recommend.

Business

10/10

Exceptional

10 Feb 2026

Mary

I loved my room, I loved the staff, I loved the breakfast, I loved my room view! I love this hotel!

8/10

Excellent

30 Jan 2026

Janelle

Clean room and good hot breakfast

Business_and_leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

19 Jan 2026

Melanie

Nice room

10/10

Exceptional

19 Jan 2026

Shawn

Breakfast was great. Will definitely be back in the summer.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

13 Jan 2026

Aj

amazing

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

12 Jan 2026

james

Awesome breakfast!

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

06 Jan 2026

Janice

room was clean, staff all friendly and courteous

Partner

4/10

Poor

05 Jan 2026

Michael

Amenities

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

04 Jan 2026

Kerry

Clean room, great view of the ocean, good location, good value for cost, and the included breakfast made the trip a lovely destination in January.

10/10

Exceptional

04 Jan 2026

Cherish

Clan room/ very pleasant staff

Leisure Family_with_children

6/10

Pleasant

29 Dec 2025

Sherri

Run down

4/10

Poor

28 Dec 2025

Sevinc

Room needs upgrade and breakfast wasn’t good.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

28 Dec 2025

Mike

Room was awesome clean and great view from the balcony! Staff were very friendly and helpful

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 Dec 2025

Robert

Typical Holiday Inn breakfast with good options. Location right on the beach with access via a bridge over the dunes. Good location in town

Business

10/10

Exceptional

09 Dec 2025

steve

Most were very nice. Room was clean and comfortable pleasant visit. If you want a good room view of the ocean stay above the second floor the dunes are blocking the second floor.

10/10

Exceptional

04 Dec 2025

Mariann

Easy access to our destination