Cape Hatteras Motel

You have to scratch your head some time when you look at a wooden structure on stilts literally built into a Sandune within feet of a roaring ocean in the center of the hurricane region on Cape Hatteras. In Short this is a weird and wonderful place to put a hotel or a motel as it were in this case, but Boy, is it an experience . We were skeptical when we drove up to the place, because from the outside this wonderful idiosyncratic lodging looked like it was from the outside, a shingled structure on its last legs, about to fall into that sand dune, on whose other side the ocean was raging. There were indeed signs of robust reconstruction or recent renovation on closer inspection, including new staircases and siding but when we got to our room on the top floor, any doubts vanished, and we were in complete awe of the location. If you can manage three flights of wooden stairs – there is no elevator – you can get a very large room on an outside corridor, with a balcony, running the whole length of the ocean, facing building, where you can look directly over the tip of the sand dune and see the waves coming in literally right beneath your nose. This is an intoxicating site in the evening, and in the morning when the sun rises and you get the full blast of the morning wind and the waves, and literally with dolphins dancing in the morning light and those crazy surfers right beneath you catching waves in the frigid December ocean to the beach. This town is mostly closed in December but this hotel is not, and is highly recommended not just for the view, but also because someone has put some money into this place recently , and the room was very clean a very viby collection of 50s and 60s type retro furniture and a nice little kitchen and a very good bathroom and sink, all pretty spotless and also a great bed. There was no breakfast in the off-season, but they may have that in the off-season when I am sure the prices go up. While this place is still standing and evading the strong wins and storms that sweep through this area, it is well worth a visit not just for the view, but also for the whole funky thing of it all. Indeed, it reminded me of Frank Zappa‘s description of the famous motel he stayed at on the waterfront in, I think, Seattle, as described in the song, Mud Shark, where, he said, you could stick a pole out the balcony, and do anything you want with it if you know what I mean… Including catching mud sharks in that case. In this case there are dolphins and of course you wouldn’t want to do that. … but enjoy nonetheless.!!

Motel was OK you can't expect much in Cape Hatteras I guess. Ocean view pretty good but accommodations could definitely been better considering the price. Air conditioning was cold at least. Floors are creaking and pillows are worn.

The location is perfect. Right after Avon and at the start of Buxton. Loved being able to walk out right on the beach and enjoy the views from the outdoor seating area! Would recommend having some sort of door mat to cat sand at the entry of every room, along with an in room broom. Staff was very friendly and helpful.

We had a wonderful time staying at this hotel. We had planned to come back to visit since we only got to stay one night, actually only 12 hours to be exact. I got home and noticed there was an extra $200 charge on my credit card. I called to see why we were charged an additional $200 on top of the already expensive nightly fee of $300 per night. The owner told me we were charged for a broken mirror. I assured her we had not broken any mirror and if we had, as small business owner myself, I would have let someone know upon leaving. She stated we were the last ones in the room. She sent us this picture which clearly looks like it slid down and fell off the wall. Unfortunately, someone has to pay for a broken mirror and we are being blamed for it. Most expensive night at a hotel that’s definitely not worth it. We won’t be staying here again.

Bad client service and bad faith on their behalf ! Despite our proof that we called and cancelled our reservation in advance for which our deposit was reimbursed, we were stunned after they charged us for the date we cancelled, considering us as a no show because of some clerical error on their behalf. We respectfully tried to resolve the matter amicably, but they refused to collaborate and reimburse what they wrongfully charged.

The place is under new owners. We placed the paper in our door for service aka towels etc and they never showed up in the time window. Had to go ask for clean towels after 5 pm and no apology from the owner just excuses. Dirty towels sat outside our room all week because they literally never came by after telling them twice. The owner lady looks more worried about being on the phone and smoking cigs. Anyway the pool is nasty, full of sand and black spots that are either mold or algae or idk but it’s not clean. Saw the guy throw several scoops of chlorine in after being there 3 days and scrape the sides but no vacuum. I’d love to see the PH levels on that thing. Oh and there was a lovely toilet in a box outside the room for your relaxing entertainment. Yuck. Wanted to love this place from years gone by but I was sadly not impressed. Oh we took our own trash out too. Seems if you request that you won’t get that either since they can’t even get you clean towels delivered and the dirty ones picked up. Sure we can take out our own trash but point of staying in a hotel is to not have to. I am worried to see how this place rebounded after a storm. Seems all the employees quit or something.

Our first stay with the new owners. Happy to say nothing has changed! Paint and bedding but they have kept the soul of this place intact. PLEASE don't change. Don't get all fancy. Keep your rates affordable. There is a reason folks have returned time and again. Must give a shout out to Melinda. She was super friendly and helpful. A joy to deal with. Can't wait to return.

This was our first trip to Hatteras and our last. The motel charged us $160 incidental charge after stating it was a $25 hold for a disabled child who wet the bed!! The drive way flooded and we had to drive through 2ft of water. The hot tub barely works and their was rocks in the pool. The floor beside the tub was weak and it’s very outdated.

We liked this place so much we added an extra night to our road trip so we could enjoy it a bit longer. We were here off season so it was quiet even though the weather was unseasonably warm. The motel is rustic but very comfortable and directly on the dunes. The covered porches have rocking chairs, there are lines to dry your towels and swim suits. The room was very clean and decorated with a retro beachy vibe. The only drawback I can see might be that the oceanfront rooms are across the street from the pool and office and there are many stairs to climb. These weren't a big deal to us but it may be an issue for some folks.