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Swell Motel

Property class: 2

Photo gallery for Swell Motel

A beach with waves gently lapping at the shore, a clear sky, and buildings in the distance.
A porch with various potted plants and flowers.
A marina at sunset with boats docked and a pier extending into the water.
An outdoor patio area with picnic tables and a covered seating area.
A black cat sitting by a window, looking outside.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Room service

Explore the area

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46854 NC-12, Buxton, NC, 27953
  • Place, Outer Banks Beaches
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Lighthouse Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Pamlico Sound
    ‪12 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds No Pets

A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, a bathroom, and a large window.

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds No Pets

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(34 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed No Pets

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a small table.

Classic Room, 1 King Bed No Pets

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio, 1 Queen Bed No Pets

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a stove, a microwave, and a refrigerator. There is a wooden dining table with chairs.

Studio, 1 Queen Bed No Pets

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Comfort Room (2 Queen Pet)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, chairs, and a lamp.

Comfort Room (2 Queen Pet)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Comfort Room (1 King Pet)

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a small table.

Comfort Room (1 King Pet)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Double Room No Pets

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, and a window with curtains.

Classic Double Room No Pets

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

About the area

Buxton

Swell Motel places you steps from Uncle Eddy's Frozen Custard and 18-Hole Mini Golf and within a 10-minute stroll of Outer Banks Beaches. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, barbecues and a picnic area. Additionally, you'll find a seasonal outdoor swimming pool. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as an off-lead area. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Near this Buxton motel, you'll find Cape Hatteras Lighthouse.
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What's nearby

  • Uncle Eddy's Frozen Custard and 18-Hole Mini Golf - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Outer Banks Beaches - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Lighthouse Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Pamlico Sound - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Cape Hatteras Lighthouse - 6 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.) - 162 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tavern on 12 - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Dirty Dick's Crab House - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Diamond Shoals Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Angelo's Pizza - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Oceana’s Bistro - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Swell Motel

Swell Motel offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and a picnic area. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

This Buxton motel is smoke free.

  • 32 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Swell Motel offers 32 air-conditioned accommodations, with coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit. This Buxton motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • In a nature reserve
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift (single-level property)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 13 November and 8 February.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 20.00 per accommodation, per day
  • An off-lead area is available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per stay.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 20.0 per stay.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 20.00 per accommodation, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 20.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Swell Motel?

Swell Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Swell Motel?

Yep, Swell Motel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Swell Motel?

Yep, Swell Motel is a short 6-minute walk from Outer Banks Beaches. Fun beach activities include fishing.

Does Swell Motel have a pool?

Swell Motel has a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is open 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Swell Motel?

No, Swell Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Swell Motel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Swell Motel?

Furry friends are welcome at Swell Motel, with dog exercise areas on offer.

Swell Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 407 out of 584 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 137 out of 584 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 584 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 584 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 584 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

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Great location good people all around good stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing stay. So close to the beach, family friendly, and accommodating. Would recommend to any family with little kids.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean, the staff were very nice, and property was pet friendly. We had a great stay there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place! Stay there every year!!!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Good location near great pizza place and central to where we wanted to go.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Pet friendly places the room was equipped with complementary dog blanket and towel is nice touch
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Laundry on site, pool was clean. Our room overlooked the golf course and was spacious. Overall great stay and would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay here whenever we are in town for surf competitions great hospitality and convenient location to restaurants and sweet treats
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a great place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pets were welcomed and even given special linens and a doggy area. Family friendly and pet friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The motel was as advertised. Very clean and functional. Friendly staff. Comfortable large room, not fancy, but very efficient. I’d stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Always a pleasure to stay here. It’s nothing fancy, but staff is always friendly and accommodating, rooms always clean, beds comfortable. Location is great - near the light, beaches, and good food. I stay here everytime I come down.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Small, quiet place, newly renovated. Staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff was very friendly and incredibly helpful with rearranging dates for our stay. The room was incredibly clean and the extra amenities (fish cleaning station, ice machine) were wonderful additions. Kids loved the pool!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great owners, good people, relaxed environment, safe. Always a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay near beach
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This is my favorite place to stay in Buxton
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The property is excellent for families. Location in walking distance to local eateries, mini golf, ice cream trucks and beach. This location offered free kayaks, paddle boats, and lots of toys at pool side. Access to grills, ice machines, washer and dryer and fish cleaning station. We enjoyed our trip and shared with family!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very nice recently remodeled room with kitchen, has everything you need to enjoy your visit to Cape Hatteras.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Check in was easy and fast. The room was updated and clean. We used the pool and visited their shop at the motel. Everything was great!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean, friendly staff, great location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I haven’t stayed in a motel in over 15 years, this place was WONDERFUL. Super clean, WONDERFUL, friendly staff, and everything you need! Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I love staying in family run motels. This was an excellent choice for me. Very clean. Everyone was very nice. Easy check in. Great location. On Saturday nights there is live music on an outdoor stage. I intend on going back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026