The Surf Side Motel, Nags Head

I disliked my stay so much that I am writing this 10 months later, while thinking about another outer banks vacation. My family went to Ocean Side Court often in the 80's, under the old management. Things have changed, and that bothers me. What bothered me more, however, is what hasn't changed. The buildings are essentially the same as I remember. Only now that they are older, they have had another 20 years to accumulate mold and they smell like seaweed (not like a gentle ocean breeze). Floors, counters, and dishes were filthy and looked like they had not been cleaned since the last time I was there. No joke, there were roaches on our bed at night. (It is not fair to use the R word unless it's true, but believe me, it is!!) I gather they feed off the mold that has to be growing in every crevice. I know the guide says avoid personal attacks, but my comments are directed at the service, as provided by the live-in site managers. So it may sound personal, but I'm only trying to help future travelers. The lady running the place was nice, but her husband provides bad customer service. He got mad at us for all sorts of picky little things, and he wanted to count our 2 month old baby as an extra person, so he could charge more money or something. Believe me dude, she would rather not have been at your hotel. It's quite obvious that the staff has no hotel training, and is there only as a retirement gig. If staff could keep the place clean and fresh, perhaps I could deal with their disposition. But basically, when you go to Ocean Side Court you can expect the worst of the old and the new. I will go back as soon as new management comes in and the whole place is torn down, rebuilt, and renamed.

We love this place and have stayed there about 5 times over the last 4 years. It's on the beach, but when the beach is not the best you can enjoy the great outdoor or indoor pool. Complementary breakfast and wine socials are a plus. The staff is always pleasant and helpful. All areas of the facility are very clean and inviting. We have stayed in a variety of different rooms and areas of the motel, and our favorite is an oceanfront room in the main building. The beds are very comfortable in every room we've visited. The location is perfect with regard to being close to great shopping areas and restaurants. We'll definitely be going back.

WELL-KEPT, GUESTS ARE TREATED WITH UTMOST RESPECT; ACCOMODATIONS SUPERB!

I liked everything about it. We had a nice room with a view. Had the in-room hot tub. Room was clean. Pool was clean. Great and friendly staff!

My husband and I have been going there for about three years. It is a family owned motel, you are treated like family, the rooms are very spacious, and the staff goes out of their way to make your stay very memorable. Since we found this place, we do not stay anywhere else. We are headed there this weekend. They are the best.

My husband and I discovered this gem a few years ago while at the Outer Banks for my birthday. It is not a large impersonal motel which is a nice change. The staff are friendly and accomendating. We have always had a clean and comfortable room. We love the ocean front rooms as they have a private balcony. I will miss being there this October.