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Swell Motel

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, a short walk to Outer Banks Beaches

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

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds No Pets

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Garden
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Room, 1 King Bed No Pets

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Garden
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed

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Private kitchen

Studio, 1 Queen Bed No Pets

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Garden
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double Room No Pets

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Garden
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Room (2 Queen Pet)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Garden
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Room (1 King Pet)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Garden
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
46854 NC-12, Buxton, NC, 27953

What's nearby

  • Uncle Eddy's Frozen Custard and 18-Hole Mini Golf - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Outer Banks Beaches - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Buxton Woods Nature Trail - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Cape Hatteras Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Lighthouse Beach - 6 min drive - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.) - 163 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Diamond Shoals - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Oceana's Bistro - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Angelo's Pizza - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tavern On 12 - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Bros Sandwich Shack - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Swell Motel

Motel near Outer Banks Beaches
An art gallery on-site, a playground and a gym are just a few of the amenities provided at Swell Motel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Smoke-free property, barbecues and a nature reserve
  • An off-lead area and a dock
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Swell Motel offer thoughtful touches, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and room service. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations
  • Private gardens, mini fridges and microwaves

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

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 lift (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

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 13 November and 8 February.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are 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 on the number on the booking confirmation
An off-lead area is available

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types at the property

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 any lifts
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Property is also known as

Swell Motel Buxton
Swell Buxton
Motel Swell Motel Buxton
Buxton Swell Motel Motel
Swell
Motel Swell Motel
Swell Motel Motel
Swell Motel Buxton
Swell Motel Motel Buxton

Frequently asked questions

Does Swell Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Is Swell Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 20.00 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Swell Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Swell Motel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Swell Motel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Swell Motel located?

Situated near the beach, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Uncle Eddy's Frozen Custard and 18-Hole Mini Golf and Outer Banks Beaches. Buxton Woods Nature Trail and Lighthouse Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our 2nd of many future stays! It's our "home" away from home! The outdoor kitchens we have yet to use & there's two for family & friend gatherings. Air/wayer hoses, corn hole, horse shoe, ice machine, fish cleaning station, laundry onsite, pool, toys and bikes, clothes line, firepits, entertainment area for Sat (seasonal) night boogy. Rooms are renovated, some with walk in showers. Gift shop & Art Gallery on site. Doggie stations w/poop bags, dog play area (fenced), kayack use with life vests. This is the Sweet Spot of Buxton! The staff is AMAZING! I'd give 10 stars if I could! Ready to Beach Bum it out in Buxton then go have one hell of a swell time at the Swell Motel!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No hair dryer. Fun vibe 1950’s beach style. Good place if you are fishing with fish cleaning area, picnic tables and campfire. Staff very pleasant too.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

William

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean rooms. Excellent customer service. Walkable to beach & restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is adorable. I’ve stayed in this area at many different hotels/motels and this one is adorable! The owner is super nice and it’s close to one of the best fishing spots in the OBX. I will be staying here again. Rooms were clean and comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Charles

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lou

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

10/10 Excellent

Meredith

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meredith

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
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

Paula

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Melissa

Travelled 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Clinton

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Koren

Travelled 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