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Top 5 hotels near Tale of the Whale at a glance

Mia's Boutique Hotel — 2-star hotel in Whalebone, 0.7 km from Tale of the Whale. Guest rating: 9.0/10 — Wonderful.
Oceanside Court by Kees Vacations — 3-star hotel in Ocean Side Court, 1.8 km from Tale of the Whale. Guest rating: 7.4/10 — Good.
Surf Side Hotel — 3-star hotel in Ocean Side Court, 1.6 km from Tale of the Whale. Guest rating: 9.6/10 — Exceptional.
The First Colony Inn — 3.5-star hotel in Ocean Side Court, 1.5 km from Tale of the Whale. Guest rating: 9.4/10 — Exceptional.
Tar Heel Motel — 2.5-star hotel in Whalebone, 0.9 km from Tale of the Whale. Guest rating: 8.6/10 — Excellent.

Where to stay near Tale of the Whale?

COURTYARD room, 2 Full XL Beds, Across the street from the Beach | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, laptop workspace

OCEAN FRONT 2 Queen Beds, Full Kitchen, Private Balcony with Ocean views | Terrace/patio

Mia's Boutique Hotel

Whalebone, 0.7 km from Tale of the Whale

Nadine

CNY1,093

CNY1,232 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

Oceanside Court by Kees Vacations

Ocean Side Court, 1.8 km from Tale of the Whale

Kristi

CNY1,002

CNY1,278 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 15 - Sep 16

Ocean Front Honeymoon Suite | In-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Ocean Front Corner King | View from room

Surf Side Hotel

Ocean Side Court, 1.6 km from Tale of the Whale

Gopal

CNY1,045

CNY1,179 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

Seasonal outdoor pool, open 8 AM to 8 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

The First Colony Inn

Ocean Side Court, 1.5 km from Tale of the Whale

Constance

CNY655

CNY739 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 15 - Sep 16

Single Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, WiFi (free), individually decorated, bed sheets

Single Room, 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, WiFi (free), individually decorated, bed sheets

Tar Heel Motel

Whalebone, 0.9 km from Tale of the Whale

Anonymous traveler

CNY615

CNY694 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

SandSpur Ocean Cottages

Ocean Side Court, 1.6 km from Tale of the Whale

jeffrey

CNY662

CNY746 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

Premium Cottage, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Premium Cottage, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Seahorse Inn and Cottages

Whalebone, 0.4 km from Tale of the Whale

Seth

CNY528

CNY601 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, cribs (free)

Comfort Inn South Oceanfront

South Nags Head, 0.3 km from Tale of the Whale

William

CNY810

CNY913 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

Elite Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Oceanfront | Balcony

Blue Heron Motel

Ocean Side Court, 1.3 km from Tale of the Whale

Michael

CNY586

CNY661 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 15 - Sep 16

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Coffee and/or coffee maker

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | In-room dining

Fin 'n Feather Waterside Inn By Kees Vacations

2 km from Tale of the Whale

stephanie

CNY662

CNY891 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

Island House of Wanchese

7.5 km from Tale of the Whale

Missy

CNY971

CNY1,095 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 15 - Sep 16

Family Room, Multiple Bedrooms, Kitchenette, Partial Ocean View (First Floor) | Blackout drapes, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette, Ocean View (Second Floor) | Blackout drapes, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Outer Banks Motor Lodge

11.4 km from Tale of the Whale

Jessica

CNY938

CNY1,057 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Outer Banks Kill Devil Hills

10.8 km from Tale of the Whale

Darlene

CNY1,174

CNY1,323 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

Double or Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom | WiFi (free)

32-inch Smart TV with digital channels, Hulu, streaming services

Beach Road Bed and Breakfast

16.3 km from Tale of the Whale

Prabhu

CNY1,176

CNY1,630 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 26 - Aug 27

Oceanfront One King Bed Room | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, WiFi (free), alarm clocks

Premier Room | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Colonial Inn Motel

8 km from Tale of the Whale

Terence

CNY528

CNY595 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

Beach nearby, white sand, beach towels, beach massages

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Ocean Sands Beach Boutique Inn - Stay At the Beach

12.3 km from Tale of the Whale

Delaney

CNY324

CNY745 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 15 - Sep 16

Comfort Inn On the Ocean

11.3 km from Tale of the Whale

Malerie

CNY736

CNY830 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

Nags Head Beach Inn by KEES Vacations

9.5 km from Tale of the Whale

Scott

CNY558

CNY758 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Travelodge by Wyndham Outer Banks/Kill Devil Hills

13.8 km from Tale of the Whale

Beth

CNY641

CNY722 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

Deluxe Single Room | Iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Tranquil House Inn

6.3 km from Tale of the Whale

Nina

CNY1,502

CNY1,694 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 17 - Aug 18

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Compare popular hotels close to Tale of the Whale

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Mia's Boutique Hotel	9.0 Wonderful 996 reviews	View
Oceanside Court by Kees Vacations	7.4 Good 253 reviews	View
Surf Side Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 1,005 reviews	View
The First Colony Inn	9.4 Exceptional 521 reviews	View
Tar Heel Motel	8.6 Excellent 413 reviews	View

Other landmarks near Tale of the Whale

Jennette's Pier

9.2/10 (760 reviews)

Whalebone is home to Jennette's Pier, so why not stop by during your stay in Nags Head. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is family-friendly and has lots of nice beaches.

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A road sign for the IANGER OUTLET CENTER and a sign for the FACTORY MERCHANTS OUTLETS.

Outlets Nags Head

8.4/10 (132 reviews)

If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Outlets Nags Head in Whalebone. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches.

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A waterfall cascading into a pool, surrounded by rocks and greenery.

Mutiny Bay Adventure Golf

8.8/10 (30 reviews)

Ocean Side Court is home to Mutiny Bay Adventure Golf, so why not stop by during your stay in Nags Head. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is family-friendly and has lots of nice beaches.

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Whalebone Junction

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing head to Whalebone Junction— just one of the monuments in Whalebone.

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Whalebone Junction Information Center

Whalebone Junction Information Center is worth a pic or two when discovering South Nags Head.

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Miller's Waterfront Restaurant

Miller's Waterfront Restaurant is a venue in Whalebone.

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First Flight Adventure Park

Ocean Side Court is home to First Flight Adventure Park, so why not stop by during your stay in Nags Head.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best hotels near Tale of the Whale?

Guests love staying at The First Colony Inn, which is a bed & breakfast near Tale of the Whale.
Another highly rated hotel is Surf Side Hotel, which is a short drive away.
In fact, you'll have plenty of options to choose from with 6,326 hotels, vacation rentals, and other accommodations in the area.

How much does it cost to stay in a hotel near Tale of the Whale?

On Hotels.com, you can find a variety of room prices depending on when and where you plan to go. Simply sort by price on the search results and filter by your preferred criteria to find the best options for you and your budget.

Take a look at the lowest price per night from CNY595

What cheap hotels are close to Tale of the Whale?

Heart of Manteo Motor Lodge is a budget-friendly hotel near Tale of the Whale and offers free parking and free in-room WiFi.
A second low-cost choice is Travelodge by Wyndham Outer Banks/Kill Devil Hills, which is a short drive away.

Can I find hotels close to Tale of the Whale that are fully refundable?

Yes, there are many hotels with refundable room rates, but be sure to check the cancellation deadline. Find refundable rates using the "Fully refundable" filter when you search for hotels.

A couple of highly rated hotels close to Tale of the Whale that offer these rates are Hilton Vacation Club Beachwoods Kitty Hawk and Roanoke Island Inn.

What are the best romantic hotels near Tale of the Whale?

If you are looking for a romantic stay, you and your special someone will enjoy The First Colony Inn, which is steps from Tale of the Whale.
White Doe Inn is another great choice, and it's a short drive away.

What are the best hotels close to Tale of the Whale with free breakfast?

You can begin your day with a free full breakfast at The First Colony Inn, which is steps from Tale of the Whale.
Surf Side Hotel is also a recommended place to stay with a free buffet breakfast, and it's located a short drive away.

Which hotels near Tale of the Whale have rooms with great views?

Travelers can enjoy rooms with ocean views at Surf Side Hotel, which is a short 2-minute drive from Tale of the Whale.
Another great choice nearby is Roanoke Island Inn, which has rooms with harbor or garden views.

What are the best family hotels close to Tale of the Whale?

The entire family will enjoy a stay at Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG which offers free cribs, a beach, and an indoor pool. Tale of the Whale is a short drive away.
Also consider Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Nags Head Oceanfront as another great choice for your family's trip.

What are the best luxury hotels near Tale of the Whale?

Pamper yourself with a stay at White Doe Inn, which is a short 9-minute drive from Tale of the Whale and has a restaurant called Lite Fare Dining where you can enjoy a convenient meal.

What are the best hotels near Tale of the Whale with free parking?

Travelers looking to drive and park with ease should consider a stay at Comfort Inn South Oceanfront, which offers free parking. You'll be steps from Tale of the Whale.
Another property that offers free parking is Seahorse Inn and Cottages, which is just steps away.

What are the best hotels near Tale of the Whale with a pool?

Travelers can enjoy the seasonal outdoor pool at The First Colony Inn. Tale of the Whale is steps from the hotel.
Another great choice for a hotel with a pool is Surf Side Hotel.

What cheap motels can I book close to Tale of the Whale?

To save on your stay near Tale of the Whale, take a look at Seahorse Inn and Cottages, which offers parking and wedding services.
Also consider Sea Foam Motel, which is another affordable motel in the area.

What are the best things to see and do around my hotel near Tale of the Whale?

Other attractions near Tale of the Whale include Jennette's Pier, Nags Head Fishing Pier, and Wright Brothers National Memorial.
Other places in the area are Jockey's Ridge State Park, Pirate's Cove Marina, and Oregon Inlet Fishing Center.

What are the best pet-friendly hotels close to Tale of the Whale?

Bring your cherished pet with you to Comfort Inn South Oceanfront, which is steps from Tale of the Whale.
Another pet-friendly spot is Seahorse Inn and Cottages.