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

Ocean Front Corner King | View from room

1. Surf Side Hotel

Ocean Side Court, 1.6 km from Tale of the Whale

Sofia

₩172,125

₩194,074 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

2. The First Colony Inn

Ocean Side Court, 1.5 km from Tale of the Whale

Nicholas

₩114,222

₩128,791 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

OCEAN FRONT 2 Queen Beds, Full Kitchen, Private Balcony with Ocean views | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, laptop workspace

3. Mia's Boutique Hotel

Whalebone, 0.7 km from Tale of the Whale

Gabrielle

₩104,566

₩117,898 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

4. SandSpur Ocean Cottages

Ocean Side Court, 1.6 km from Tale of the Whale

GREG

₩117,734

₩132,743 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

5. Tar Heel Motel

Whalebone, 0.9 km from Tale of the Whale

Deborah

₩106,057

₩119,579 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Courtyard View | WiFi (free), bed sheets

6. Dolphin Oceanfront Motel

South Nags Head, 0.3 km from Tale of the Whale

April

₩153,487

₩173,057 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Oceanfront | WiFi (free)

7. Sea Foam Motel

Whalebone, 0.7 km from Tale of the Whale

Ryan

₩97,595

₩110,038 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

Elite Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Oceanfront | WiFi (free), bed sheets

8. Blue Heron Motel

Ocean Side Court, 1.3 km from Tale of the Whale

William

₩113,603

₩128,087 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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

9. Seahorse Inn and Cottages

Whalebone, 0.4 km from Tale of the Whale

Nelli

₩80,431

₩92,063 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

10. Comfort Inn South Oceanfront

South Nags Head, 0.3 km from Tale of the Whale

Ashley

₩139,284

₩157,043 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

11. Oceanside Court by Kees Vacations

Ocean Side Court, 1.8 km from Tale of the Whale

Wayne

₩115,255

₩160,244 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | In-room dining

12. Fin 'n Feather Waterside Inn By Kees Vacations

2 km from Tale of the Whale

Elijah

₩100,383

₩142,681 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

Desk, blackout drapes, WiFi (free), bed sheets

13. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Nags Head

Ocean Side Court, 1.9 km from Tale of the Whale

Chris

₩178,459

₩201,213 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Garden Area | Terrace/patio

Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Garden Area | View from room

14. White Doe Inn

6.6 km from Tale of the Whale

John

₩359,466

₩405,293 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

Room 14 - Surf's Up | Iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Room 8 - (3) Doubles and a kitchenette | Private kitchen

15. Island Guesthouse and Motel

7 km from Tale of the Whale

Shelby

₩98,180

₩110,711 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

16. Tranquil House Inn

6.3 km from Tale of the Whale

David

₩292,681

₩329,998 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

17. Outer Banks Motor Lodge

11.4 km from Tale of the Whale

maria

₩136,323

₩153,704 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

18. Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG

4.6 km from Tale of the Whale

David

₩156,978

₩176,992 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

19. John Yancey Oceanfront Inn

10.9 km from Tale of the Whale

Victoria

₩97,595

₩110,039 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

20. Cameron House Inn

6.5 km from Tale of the Whale

Marguerite

₩320,662

₩361,545 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

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Compare popular hotels close to Tale of the Whale

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Surf Side Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
The First Colony Inn	9.4 Exceptional 540 reviews	View
Mia's Boutique Hotel	9.0 Wonderful 1,075 reviews	View
SandSpur Ocean Cottages	9.2 Wonderful 369 reviews	View
Tar Heel Motel	8.6 Excellent 429 reviews	View

Top Tale of the Whale Hotel Reviews

The First Colony Inn

8/10 Good

"Everything was nice except the tv didn't work most of the time,and the breakfast was not what the hotel promised."

Surf Side Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"It's a beautiful place to stay. Amenities include a great breakfast selection, wine at night and cookies. Everyone was so nice and friendly! I highly recommend staying here. Great location right at the beach, and close to good restaurants and activities."

Sea Foam Motel

10/10 Excellent

"A great place for the money."

Seahorse Inn and Cottages

8/10 Good

"Standard beach side hotel, good access to the beach and generally as described."

SandSpur Ocean Cottages

8/10 Good

"every thing was very nice"

Tar Heel Motel

8/10 Good

"Pet friendly! Everything was fine for one night stay!"

Dolphin Oceanfront Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Great weekend getaway as a single traveler. Cant wait to return"

Other attractions near Tale of the Whale

A beach house on a pier with a sandy beach and ocean waves.

Nags Head Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Nags Head Beach during your trip to Nags Head?

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Jennette's Pier

9.2/10 (760 reviews)

Fish for striped bass, flounder and bluefish or simply admire the oceanfront surroundings from this eco-friendly pier in North Carolina’s beautiful Nags Head.

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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)

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Outlets Nags Head during your stay in Nags Head. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

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

Mutiny Bay Adventure Golf

8.8/10 (30 reviews)

You can take time to visit Mutiny Bay Adventure Golf during your travels to Nags Head. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

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Whalebone Junction

You can learn about the history of Nags Head with a trip to Whalebone Junction.

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Whalebone Junction Information Center

After visiting Whalebone Junction Information Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nags Head.

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Miller's Waterfront Restaurant

Miller's Waterfront Restaurant is just one of the places to see in Nags Head, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

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First Flight Adventure Park

You can take time to visit First Flight Adventure Park during your travels to Nags Head.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Tale of the Whale?

Tale of the Whale is located in Nags Head. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 258 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Tale of the Whale?

Adjacent to Tale of the Whale, Dolphin Oceanfront Motel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free parking and private porches. Other good choices within a short distance include Mia's Boutique Hotel and Seahorse Inn and Cottages.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Tale of the Whale?

Expedia has 258 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Tale of the Whale.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Tale of the Whale, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals near Tale of the Whale.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Tale of the Whale?

For additional details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Tale of the Whale, click here.

What can I see and do near Tale of the Whale?

Mutiny Bay Adventure Golf, Full Throttle Speedway, and Dare County Arts Council are fun stops for the whole family while you're in town. Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Nags Head Beach, Festival Park, and Tracks in the Sand. A trip to Outlets Nags Head and Outer Banks Mall might be just the ticket for souvenir shopping.

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Our top choices for Tale of the Whale hotels

1. Surf Side Hotel

2. The First Colony Inn

3. Mia's Boutique Hotel

4. SandSpur Ocean Cottages

5. Tar Heel Motel

6. Dolphin Oceanfront Motel

7. Sea Foam Motel

8. Blue Heron Motel

9. Seahorse Inn and Cottages

10. Comfort Inn South Oceanfront

11. Oceanside Court by Kees Vacations

12. Fin 'n Feather Waterside Inn By Kees Vacations

13. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Nags Head

14. White Doe Inn

15. Island Guesthouse and Motel

16. Tranquil House Inn

17. Outer Banks Motor Lodge

18. Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG

19. John Yancey Oceanfront Inn

20. Cameron House Inn

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Top Tale of the Whale Hotel Reviews

The First Colony Inn

Surf Side Hotel

Sea Foam Motel

Seahorse Inn and Cottages

SandSpur Ocean Cottages

Tar Heel Motel

Dolphin Oceanfront Motel

Other attractions near Tale of the Whale

Nags Head Beach

Jennette's Pier

Outlets Nags Head

Mutiny Bay Adventure Golf

Whalebone Junction

Whalebone Junction Information Center

Miller's Waterfront Restaurant

First Flight Adventure Park

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