See all properties
Save

Sea Foam Motel

Photo gallery for Sea Foam Motel

A room with two beds, a table, and a chair. The room has wooden paneling on the walls and a view of the ocean through the windows.
A room with two beds, a small kitchenette, a dining table with chairs, and wooden walls.
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a view of the ocean.
A building with a sign that reads "SEA FOAM" above a row of windows.
A room with a bed, a small table, and chairs, a lamp, and a view of the beach.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$142
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct

Explore the area

View map
7111 S Virginia Dare Trail, NAGS HEAD, NC 27959, Nags Head, NC, 27959
  • Place, Nags Head Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Jennette's Pier
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Outlets Nags Head
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, Oceanfront

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a view of the ocean.

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, Oceanfront

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Oceanfront

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a view of the ocean.

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Oceanfront

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Oceanfront

A room with a bed, a small table, and chairs, a lamp, and a view of the beach.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Oceanfront

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Poolside

A room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a table, a refrigerator, and a television.

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Poolside

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Poolside

A room with two beds, a small kitchenette, a dining table with chairs, and wooden walls.

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Poolside

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Nags Head

At Sea Foam Motel you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Nags Head Beach and Outlets Nags Head. Highlights at this beachfront motel include in-room free WiFi and balconies. .Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site seasonal outdoor swimming pool. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Whalebone motel include Nags Head Fishing Pier and Outer Banks Beaches.
View more Motels in Nags HeadOpens in a new window

What's nearby

  • Nags Head Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Jennette's Pier - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Outlets Nags Head - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Whalebone Junction - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Whalebone Junction Information Center - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Moon Beach Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Fish Heads Bar & Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Miller's Waterfront Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Sea Foam Motel

Sea Foam Motel offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, a vending machine, and laundry facilities. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

This Nags Head motel is smoke free.

  • 51 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • No smoking on site
Sea Foam Motel offers 51 accommodations with free toiletries. Rooms open to balconies. This Nags Head motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Similar properties

An outdoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, overlooking a beach with a wooden fence and a clear view of the ocean.
Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Nags Head Oceanfront
Kill Devil Hills
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
4.1 out of 5, Very good, 1,141 reviews
The price is NZ$152
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Nags Head Oceanfront

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

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

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • On the beach

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

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 cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and cash.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open on 23 May and close on 26 September.

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Sea Foam Motel?

Yep, Sea Foam Motel has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Sea Foam Motel?

As of 6 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sea Foam Motel on 13 Oct 2026 start from NZ$142, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Sea Foam Motel?

Yep, Sea Foam Motel is a short 3-minute walk from Nags Head Beach.

Does Sea Foam Motel have a pool?

Sea Foam Motel has a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is open from May 23 to September 26.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sea Foam Motel?

No, Sea Foam Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Sea Foam Motel?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Sea Foam Motel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Sea Foam Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 60 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great little motel on the beach within walking distance to shops, things to do, and great food.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right on the beach very clean and friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views from room
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very accommodating property, they went out of their way to make us feel welcome. Such a great night's sleep 😴
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking is limited especially for ♿️ spaces. Sea Foam is still one of the best historical landmarks ever. Staff is polite and checks everyday if you need anything.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An oldie but goodie! Nice staff, dog friendly. Clean pool and rooms. We will return! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place. Right on the beach. Lice 5he screen doors.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is great. Rooms are clean. There are plenty of great shops nearby and many within walking distance of the motel. The beach is just steps from your back door, with a great view. I love the back porch of the rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Sea Foam Motel is a hidden gem. It's our favorite place to be when we visit the OBX. The staff are very personable, friendly, and down to earth! Their rates are very affordable to be right on the beach and includes a pool! We love that they are pet friendly. Our little fur babies absolutely love it there! We are hooked and will be life-long quests! Our next trip is already booked!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
This is a definite step back in time motel! Location was good and room was clean. Bed was very hard, pillows not good, no central ac-loud window unit, no hairdryer.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Ocean view
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a king bed with an ocean view. We had the best experience. This place is not fancy, but it's everything this new married couple needed. Plus, we loved playing cornhole by the pool and waking up to the sunrise.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved how cozy and homey everything felt. The metal keys were a sweet touch. Only knowing one star because our bottom level oceanfront was blocked by a sand dune and we couldn’t see the ocean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the flashback style of the motel, and especially the old-fashioned key with the plastic room number key! The wood-paneled room was cool, and since it was a two-bed room it was very large. And I was able to park right in front of my room, although no need for a car to get on the beach, or to a cool stop like the legendary Sam & Omies.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean. The staff was friendly. I did not have a patio or balcony to see the ocean.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It was nice ocean front..wish the patio was more private..not enough chairs for each room outside..view was amazing..rooms are dated..beds were very comfortable that was a plus..the staff was very nice and very helpful..we did not have hot water the first night..but they fixes it as soon as i Emailed the office..
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our 2nd floor room was beachfront. The Nags Head Outlet was within walking distance as well as a huge "beach" store. The Sea Foam is an older historical motel that was recently sold. Yes, it is in need of repair and updating, however, it was clean, the beds were comfortable, and decent water pressure. It fit our needs. Word is that the new owners have big plans.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was okay, nice, clean room.The only thing the door would not stay shut
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place needs more than updated, it needs actual repairs. There were roaches, I even saw one in the room. The pool wasn’t open for the entire week we were there, which was one reason we booked this place. They didn’t even tell me at check-in, I found out through other guests. The cleaning staff was wonderful and so was the location. That was about it. Wouldn’t recommend or stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I cant in good faith give 5 stars for a motel that is severely dated however...I will say this place is "clean" on the inside, the grounds need some love. (Theynare currently doing renovations snd I am excited to return to see the updates). This little gem is hands down the best little hole in the wall motel that is ON THE BEACH and allows fur babies. Check in was a breeze and I love how connected they are to their history. They have coffee cups for every year the motel has been open - since 1948!! Thank you for a wonderful stay! We look forward to visiting again very soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an ocean front room with the historic wood paneling. It was charming and comfortable. I loved having the ocean access. The only complaint came from my teenage companion. She was surprised at the lack of outlets for charging her many electronic devices. Myself, this was to be expected and I didn't stress over it! I will definitely stay here again when visiting the OBX. Thanks so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
This is a very old property so we understand not being modern or in tip top shape, but broken tiles in the floor or around the sink should be replaced quickly. Bathroom floor has not been scrubbed or mopped in some time. Location ocean front is perfect. Request the second floor for ocean view as dunes block the bottom view. Permit to open pool had not come through, so we were extremely disappointed that it wasn’t open.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our entire reason for choosing Sea Foam was being on the beach with a pool. Well the pool was closed when we got there and remained closed the ENTIRE time, and still closed when we left. We had grandchildren who really looked forward to the pool. We were offered that we could drive down to the sister hotel but that completely missed the point of paying for a motel with a pool. The motel was cute but desperately in need of repairs. Doorknobs falling off/very difficult to turn. Peeling doors. Just generally not well maintained. Definitely clean, and the office staff and housekeepers were very kind and pleasant.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Floor has soft rotten spots. Floor was filthy. Advertises pool but was closed (in June). Floor was not level. Bathroom so small no room for towels or even a towel rack. Window/floor leaked when it rained pooling water inside. Curtains old and thin letting all the sun through before dawn. The ac was cold and newly replaced mattresses were comfortable to be fair. Office closed when needed them. Emailed complaint after leaving and got no response.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay at the Sea Foam Motel! One of the best parts was being able to walk straight onto the beach from our room. Having both a front and back door made it so convenient, and we loved relaxing on the patio with the ocean just steps away. Waking up to an incredible ocean view every morning was the perfect way to start the day. The beds were comfortable, the room had plenty of space, and there were more than enough outlets for all of our devices! If you’re looking for a clean, comfortable, beachfront stay in the OBX with easy beach access and beautiful views, we definitely recommend the Sea Foam Motel. We’d happily stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026