Guests at this beach hotel will appreciate convenient onsite amenities such as barbecue grills and a picnic area.
Dolphin Oceanfront Motel offers 43 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Televisions come with cable channels.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a seasonal outdoor pool.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Dolphin Oceanfront Motel features a seasonal outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. This beach hotel also offers a picnic area, express check-out, and pool umbrellas. Complimentary uncovered self parking is available on site.
Dolphin Oceanfront Motel has designated areas for smoking.
Languages
English
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free uncovered self parking on site
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Things to do
Fishing
Seasonal outdoor pool
Surfing/bodyboarding
Family friendly
In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Seasonal outdoor pool
Conveniences
Limited-hour front desk
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
On the beach
On the waterfront
Picnic area
Pool umbrellas
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No elevator (single-level property)
More
1 building
1 floor
Built in 1952
Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
43-inch TV with cable channels
Streaming services
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Freezer
Microwave
Refrigerator
More
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Heating
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 10 per pet, per day, plus a deposit of USD 10 per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Pet deposit: USD 10 per night
Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per day
Service animals are exempt from fees
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; cash is not accepted
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from May to October
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Property is also known as
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Dolphin Oceanfront
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Dolphin Oceanfront Motel Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Well-maintained older Motor Lodge style motel. Very friendly and accommodating grounds and pool very clean. Walkway directly onto beach behind hotel walking distance to Jeanette pier and several restaurants. Only complaint would be a lack of parking and the AC units in the room need to be bigger.
This is an old, basic motel, BUT it was quiet and very clean. The beds were comfortable and it was nicely decorated. The price and convenience to the beach was perfect. We would definitely stay again.
r
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
8/10 Good
Tessa
Traveled with partner
Aug 16, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was small but not uncomfortably so. The bathroom was real nice. The location of the property is great and the access to the beach is a huge bonus. Our room had a pretty odd and unpleasant smell, it’s honestly the only real complaint. Parking is kind of annoying, but it isn’t a real problem.
I do not like the fact that someone was spraying the parking lot with Roundup. Roundup causes cancer and kills animals. There are so many dogs there that now have Roundup on their paws.
Linda
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
6/10 Okay
Monse
Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Aug 6, 2024
Liked: Staff & service
Cute little motel. You’re definitely paying for the location. The location is FANTASTIC! But rooms are small, beds are smaller than a queen, and pillows are no bueno (bring your own pillows). It’s cute but definitely overpriced in my opinion. Overall, it was a good stay.
Nice clean reasonably priced motel right on the beach! Staff is friendly and you can tell they care about the motel. Older motel but kept up really nice and updated. Perfect for a trip to the beach.
Literally on the beach. Clean, cozy and great location to restaurants, brewery and a pier. Staff was great. Took this trip with my wife to celebrate our birthdays. Would definitely go back!
Our first Time to the outer banks. This place was a great first spot! Beach was right out back. Room was nice. Staff was friendly . Shower was a little small, BUT I would come back!!!
This place is old and the rooms are small, but the staff is friendly, and the rooms are clean. It is a great beach trip motel. I would stay again and i would recommend to others.
Wonderful hotel oceanfront and nice quiet hotel with wonderful owner who makes you feel like you’re at home will definitely be making this our future vacation hotel
Beach vacation hotel was oceanfront owner of the hotel is so wonderful and makes the place feel like home will be making it our hotel for future vacation stays
The property was so amazing. The front office staff was so nice. The room was a bit tight in space but it was good. The location is perfect. Right across the beach. It’s perfect.
Cindy
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sarah
Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
From the outside- it doesn’t look like much, but it is perfect for a quick get away! You are right on the beach! Rooms were clean and perfect size. The gentleman who checked us in was so sweet and kind. We will definitely be back!