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Swell Motel

2.0 star property

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Beach nearby, white sand
Beach nearby, white sand
Beach nearby, white sand
Surfing/boogie boarding
Reception

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Room service
  • Pet friendly
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

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46854 NC-12, Buxton, NC, 27953
  • Uncle Eddy's Frozen Custard and 18-Hole Mini Golf
    3 min walk
  • Outer Banks Beaches
    6 min walk
  • Buxton Woods Nature Trail
    12 min walk
  • Hatteras, NC (HNC)
    19 min drive

Room options

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Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds No Pets | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds No Pets

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Room, 1 King Bed No Pets

  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio, 1 Queen Bed No Pets | Private kitchen | Mini-fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker

Studio, 1 Queen Bed No Pets

  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Classic Double Room No Pets | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double Room No Pets

  • 285 sq ft
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Comfort Room (2 Queen Pet) | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Room (2 Queen Pet)

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Room (1 King Pet)

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Swell Motel

Buxton motel walkable to Outer Banks Beaches
Along with a fitness center, this smoke-free motel has a seasonal outdoor pool and barbecue grills. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a picnic area. Housekeeping is available on request.
Swell Motel offers 31 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. This Buxton motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the motel include a fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Swell Motel features a fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. This Buxton motel also offers barbecue grills, a picnic area, and complimentary use of a nearby fitness facility. Onsite self parking is complimentary.

Swell Motel is a smoke-free property.

Room service is available.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Gym
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Direct access to the beach
  • 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 elevator (single-level property)

More

  • Smoke-free property

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: 10:00 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 available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between November 13 and February 8.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 20.00 per accommodation, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
An off-leash area is available

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Property is also known as

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Swell Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 269 out of 410 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 110 out of 410 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 410 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 410 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 410 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Meredith

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Waiting for this Diamond in the rough to find new life, finally the new owners have done that. So many thoughtful amenities...fish cleaning station, an outdoor grill/kitchen and picnic area for CYO meals, laundry on-site, rooms have been upgraded to make the most of your stay here. Such wonderful hospitality!!! There's horse shoe, cornhole, kayaks, and so much more...oh, lets not forget the pool! And so very furbaby friendly too! We will be back most definitely and cannot wait to see what more this special place holds! Congratulations Laura and Hubs! We hope to see y'all sooner than later! Surf's up and be 'Swell'! 😎
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher Broadwell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff are wonderful. Had some issue with our vehicle and the staff offered help without hesitation. Room was very clean!! Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca, Smithfield

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay here, there is a cute little gift shop on site with some very nice items. Staff was friendly and helpful, room was clean and comfortable. We will definitely stay here again, highly recommend it!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Seth

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Melissa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great little place for a quick stay! The rooms are CLEAN and have been remodeled very nicely! The pool was also very clean and we loved the Swell Art Gallery on site and cute little gift shop. They had live music and 2 fire pits if you byo wood- something that we did which turned into a fun night meeting other guests. The staff were friendly as was Squeakers the cat. Cant beat this place for the value! We had a perfect little getaway here.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

LUIS

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Sherri

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice except for the roaches. Killed 4 or 5 while I was there. Recommend deadbolts for the door. The only lock is on the doorknob.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shari

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clinton

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great service and clean remodeled rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a wonderful experience from the time we entered until we checked out. Finally a businesss in OBX that understands and practices customer service!! Swell Done!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place
The owners are doing a great job renovating an old motel. Our bed was theost comfortable of our whole trip. The room was clean and s0acious. Theotel is near dining and shopping.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfy stay
Very accommodating! Our room had everything we needed. There was free, live music out on the lawn in the evening.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joy and David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Weekend get away
They were inviting and very helpful. The room was clean, big and had all that we needed. We stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arty

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for fishermen
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Koren

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners were amazing. The pool was beautiful and the location was great. Will be visiting again in September!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very unique motel. Great amenities ( kayaking and bikes included). Rooms are nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
OBX Quick Getway
I recently had the pleasure of staying at the Swell Motel in Buxton, NC, and it was an outstanding experience! From the moment I arrived, I was impressed by the cleanliness of the property. The rooms were spotless and well-maintained, providing a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere. The staff at Swell Motel were incredibly friendly and accommodating. They went above and beyond to ensure my stay was enjoyable, always ready with a smile and helpful suggestions. The hospitality here truly made me feel at home. Additionally, the entertainment options were fantastic. There was always something fun to do, which made my stay even more memorable. Whether you're looking for a relaxing getaway or an engaging adventure, Swell Motel has something for everyone. I highly recommend Swell Motel to anyone visiting Buxton. It's a gem of a place with great people, excellent amenities, and a wonderful atmosphere. I can't wait to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trent

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

April

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was one of the most relaxing vacations we have ever been on. The outdoor cooking facilities are great. We bought groceries and saved a ton of money. It was like camping minus the tent. But there are plenty of restaurants if that's more your thing. The remodeled room was tastfully done and had a spacious countertop area to store your pantry goods and also a four seat eating area. We ended up eating at the picnic tables by the cooking pavilion because it was beautiful weather for most of our trip. The owners are very friendly and if you need anything, they are always there to help. The staff that cleans the rooms are also very helpful and nice. Let's talk about the pool... The owners should start a pool business on the side because that pool was perfect. The water was beautiful and clean and always the perfect temp. We spent a lot of time in the pool. Our twin boys would have spent the whole vacation in there if we didn't let them know about the beautiful beaches in the area. Lol The art gallery/gift shop attached to the property was a great place to see local artist's work. The free kayak rental was such an added value. We used them almost every day. The wind died down a little towards the end of our trip, and we were able to get out to the "Sound" and it was breathtaking. (Do not attempt if strong winds are blowing out to the sound because getting back in will not be easy) We are planning on doing two weeks next year and definitely going to bring our fishing gear.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Tiffany

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Swell motel was nice. One of the two room's air conditioner units would sometimes shut off throughout our stay. It was able to be turned back after resetting the small breaker. Our second room had some small bugs here and there. The staff was friendly and location was good. Bikes were a bit rusty and many had flat tires. Great eateries in the area and quick walk to the beach. Nice motel for the area though.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The air conditioner did not keep the room cool. They were spiders in the room. I know the motel is very old and I should have known this. The staff was very polite and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024