Bluff Shoal Motel

Motel convenient to Outer Banks Beaches

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Surrounded by the serene beauty of rural North Carolina, Bluff Shoal Motel offers a tranquil retreat near Outer Banks Beaches. Unwind with in-room WiFi, take advantage of express check-out and enjoy the fresh air on outdoor furniture.
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (2)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
  • Free self parking
  • Mini-fridge

Room options

Showing 3 of 3 rooms
Room | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, towels, soap, shampoo
Exterior
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Room

Exceptional
  • 230 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Double Beds

Standard Room

Very good
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
Exterior
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Traditional Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Traditional Room | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, towels, soap, shampoo

Traditional Room

Exceptional
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
306 Irvin Garrish Hwy, Ocracoke, NC, 27960

What's nearby

  • Deepwater Theater - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Ocracoke Island Visitor Center - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • British Cemetery - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Ocracoke Lighthouse - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Springer's Point Preserve - 13 min walk - 1.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Howard's Pub & Raw Bar - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Ocracoke Oyster Company - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪SMacNally's Bar & Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪1718 Brewing - Ocracoke - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Jason's Restaurant - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Bluff Shoal Motel

Bluff Shoal Motel puts you just a 5-minute drive from Outer Banks Beaches. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking, and parasailing.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 7 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
    • Express check-out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

What to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)

Facilities

  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Deck or patio

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Bluff Shoal Motel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Bluff Shoal Motel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Bluff Shoal Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-out is available.

What is there to do at Bluff Shoal Motel and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, boat tours, and fishing.

Does Bluff Shoal Motel have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a deck or patio.

What's the area around Bluff Shoal Motel like?

Bluff Shoal Motel is a short 12-minute walk from Ocracoke Lighthouse and 12 minutes' walk from Pamlico Sound.

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Bluff Shoal Motel Reviews

8.2

Very Good

9.0

Cleanliness

7.6

Amenities

8.4

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We loved our one night stay here!
Aaron, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We were in the middle of everything in the village. A wonderful restaurant across the street.
Susan, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location and staff is most helpful!
Georgia, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location
Richard, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

We totally enjoys our stay loved the back deck , and the location. Will be back
Amy, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great stay

We loved where we stayed. Had a front porch, back deck and a sitting area on dock overlooking the bay and could see the light house. We were able to walk to most stores and resorts. So Enjoyed it!!!
Michelle, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beachin

We had a wonderful time here. The motel is right in the middle of town with a great restaurant right across the street.
Scott P, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We really enjoyed our stay here. Very cute, clean motel, reasonably priced. It was close to what we wanted to see and Ocracoke island is beautiful. Beautiful beaches, wonderful time.
2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

front porch and deck on water.
Rex, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location - great water view!

Great location! Room very clean! Back offers a fantastic view of the lake! Nice owners!
Aspicia, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay

Last min reservation when our camp site was flooded out. Super clean a cute!!!
Roxann, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Cute Little Place / Fair Price

This is a very clean mom and pop owned hotel with basic amenities. The staff was very friendly. It is walking distance to food, shopping, and the ferry terminal. I will probably stay again when traveling through again next year. I highly recommend.
JEFFREY, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Nice
Timothy, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The room was nice a little small but ok. The air conditioner worked really well but a little loud. Could not get internet service or wi-fi to work for us. It was easy walking distance to some of the places we chose
Cindy, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair

It was nothing like the pictures or description. Had a very unpleasant smell. Internet and cable horrible. Seemed to be a stopover for fishermen. However, the staff were very helpful.
Susan, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Property has some good points but No one was available to ask questions outside areas were not very nice needs some TLC Bathroom was not very clean figtures need replacement Could not get tv to work provided coffee maker without coffee pods or creamier??
veronica, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

I like a motel..being able to open the door ..let fresh air in...loved being on Silver Lake.. deck for sitting and watching wild, boats, etc..Could use some new outdoor furniture..some broken, warped etc..not inviting
Sharel, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Ocracoke’s Hidden Gem

The Bluff Shoals Motel was an excellent choice for Ocracoke during the off season. Room was clean and comfortable. Amenities a bit dated but overall an excellent stay. The biggest selling point was the back garden that had the most stunning views of the harbor and lighthouse. Watching the sunset from the Adirondack chairs with a glass of wine was the perfect ending to the day. It was an added bonus that Dajio’s was across the street with some of the best food and service on the island. A must try for sure!
Kaleb, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Older but very clean

This is one of the older hotels on the island. We stayed off season and were the only quest that night. In fact we never saw the staff. Our room was left open with the keys and the next morning we left them in the office. Goes to tell how great this little town is. Very trustworthy. The hotel is located right downtown giving it easy walking to most things of interest. It is one of the older hotels. Definitely no extras but it was very clean and looks to have been freshly painted. I would stay again.
Michelle, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

PERFECT! - LOVED IT!!

My wife and I had a WONDERFUL time celebrating our 41 anniversary (Dec 30, 2024) and we LOVED staying at the Bluff Shoal Motel!! We GREATLY ENJOYED 5 days and 4 nights of peace and relaxation! The motel manager, Sissy, was EXCEPTIONALLY kind and helpful!! We understood that late December is NOT the tourist season and many stores and restaurants were closed. But just the right number were open for us to find exactly what were looking for! THANK YOU SISSY and THANK YOU OCRACOKE for our WONDERFUL visit!! We are VERY GRATEFUL! See you again, God willing! Most sincerely, Gerry & Daryl Ballough (Drexel Hill, PA)
Gerald, 5-night trip
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6/10 Good

Good Luck

This is a sub standard property only about 6 rooms with little to commend it other than there is not much better in town. Booking in was a nightmare. There is no one at th3 property, had to ring a number unfortunately no one answered. When I finally got an answer my payment could not be processed. ( I kept getting told that I did not live in the state that I do in fact live in. Gave up cancelled my booking and then went through Hotels.com.
Allan, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair

The area by the water was lovely. The bed was comfortable. Did not like the fact that because we booked through a 3rd party (Expedia) we were given the smallest, darkest room. The small back window looked out at a shower and the front window was very small as well. There was no room to sit except for 1 chair. The other person had to sit on the bed. I needed to use my computer and there was no where to put it and there was no chair that I could use as the one that was there was very low. (We were told by the absent owner/manager, by telephone, that we would go and take a chair from another room. We did and i used the suitcase rack to put my computer on my closed suitcase in order to use it. I also had asked if we could move to another room that had table and chairs and was told that the motel was booked for the weekend. I checked at night and in the morning and not all of the rooms were occupied. I even took photos of the parking lot very early on our second morning. There were 2 cars in it. Something really should be done to ensure that all guests are comfortable. I would not suggest that people book through a 3rd party is they want one of their nice rooms.
pat, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lorri, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Joseph, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Doyeon, 1-night trip