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The Windjammer

Stay at The Windjammer, a 4-star resort hotel in Nags Head with sea-view apartments, free Wi-Fi, outdoor pool, and close to Jockey's Ridge and Jennette's Pier.

5619 S Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head, NC 27959, United States View on map
8/10
Very Good Based on 186 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free parking Outdoor pool Kid-friendly Hot tub
What recent guests emphasize

A beachfront stay with great views but aging accommodations

Guests appreciate the resort's prime oceanfront location and spacious units, though many note the need for updates and mixed experiences with cleanliness and maintenance.

Guests often praise

  • Excellent location just steps from the beach with pleasant sea views from balconies.
  • Spacious apartments featuring two bedrooms and multiple bathrooms.
  • Friendly and responsive staff, especially office and maintenance teams.
  • Kid-friendly outdoor pool that guests’ children enjoy.
  • Good storage space within the units and functional kitchens.

Worth knowing

  • The property is older and shows visible wear, with many guests mentioning outdated interiors and furnishings.
  • Cleanliness has improved under new management but remains inconsistent, with some reports of mold and pest concerns.
  • The hot tub and some common areas could benefit from updates or repairs.
  • Access involves climbing stairs, which may be challenging for some visitors.
  • No on-site restaurant or fitness center; parking and Wi-Fi are complimentary.

Best for

  • Beach lovers seeking affordable, no-frills oceanfront accommodations.
  • Families and groups who value space and kid-friendly amenities.
  • Visitors planning to explore Nags Head’s natural and historical attractions nearby.
  • Travelers who prioritize location over luxury or modern interiors.
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About this property

Welcome to The Windjammer

Situated directly opposite the white sands of Nags Head Beach, The Windjammer offers straightforward, apartment-style accommodations with partial sea views. This beachfront resort hotel features a seasonal outdoor pool and a hot tub, providing guests with relaxed spaces to unwind. While there is no on-site restaurant or fitness center, free Wi-Fi and parking are available, and the property is suitable for families, including child-friendly amenities.

The Windjammer's simple, functional units come with essential comforts, such as multiple bedrooms and two bathrooms in some suites, although several guests have noted that the furnishings and decor are somewhat dated and could benefit from updates. Cleanliness and maintenance have been highlighted as mixed in recent reviews; some praise the attentive staff and quick responses, while others suggest improvements in housekeeping and air conditioning systems are needed.

Its location is convenient for visitors looking to explore local attractions. Just a few miles from Jockey's Ridge State Park—the East Coast's tallest dune—guests can enjoy hiking and hang gliding nearby. The Wright Brothers National Memorial and Jennette's Pier, with its fishing lessons and rentals, are also within easy reach. Norfolk International Airport is approximately a 1 hour and 45-minute drive away, offering reasonable access for travelers.

The property appeals primarily to guests seeking affordable beach access and practicality over luxury. It works well for those focused on spending time outdoors and exploring the surrounding Outer Banks region rather than relying on high-end resort amenities. The presence of stairs and some maintenance aspects may require consideration for guests with mobility concerns.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
Outdoor pool
Kid-friendly
Hot tub
Golf course

Not available at this property

Restaurant
Fitness center
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

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diamomdgrl Apr 12, 2026
10

I'm a new owner. This is my second year here. Everything is always clean. The staff is welcoming, friendly, and respondes quickly. I love it here. When I was looking, I had a few musts. It had to be on the ocean, two bedrooms and it had to have a pool. This checked all the boxes. The accommodations could use some updating. There are a lot of stairs and it would be nice to have a place to store beach chairs etc. On the lower lever. Perhaps Under the condo. I am thrilled to say although the condos aren't ocean front, I can see the ocean from my upper balcony. I don't have to get into my can or cross the road to get to the beach. At the Windjammer, the only thing between me at the beach is the stairs and the sand dune. Be prepared to climb stairs. But for me it's so worth it.

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Nicole Apr 07, 2026
8.0

clean condo has everything you could need. Functional. Everything is extremely out dated and well worn. Wonderful access to the beach, veiw of the beach from our balcony is nice wish the window in our room had propped curtains to avoid neighbors across the way sewing directly into our room. The pool is great, my kid loves it. Hot tub looks old and in need of an update but does the job. Great location to access everything fun nags head has to offer. Be sure to hit the Christmas shop on roanoke island, the lost colony play, and jimmys buffet in kill devil hills!

KD
Karen Dougherty Mar 30, 2026
10

Great location for Beach and fun in the sun! Units in total need of updates! Air conditioning has mold! New Management and Cleaning service have improved. Need a better exterminator.

DB
Deborah Brinkley Mar 17, 2026
8.0

As owners, we certainly have seen better service. The office staff were great! Maintenance was great, on things when we had concerns. However, the overall cleanliness the past couple of years leaves a lot to be desired. I was told there are checks and balances where the rooms are followed by an inspection after cleaning. I am 100 percent. This is not happening. I am so embarrassed when we have visitors who rent or stay in our unit or other units who pay GOOD money for a week at the beach and get second-hand cleanliness. Please, please make sure you push to do a better job of follow-through for everyone's sake. The location and what we get for a week and beach access one can not beat it. We love it here. Let's do a better job at showing ourselves off!!

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Vamshidhar Srikantapuram Mar 03, 2026
8.0

We stayed here for a week. Has beautiful views of the beach and is literally a few steps away from the beach. Could be cleaner, but, similar.to the other places we've stayed before. We will stay here again for sure.

PR
Paul Race Jan 13, 2026
8.0

The Windjammer not a top-of-the line resort. But you get a nice, clean suite with two bathrooms, two large bedrooms, flatscreen TVs, etc., and a few yards' walk from a very nice beach. there is also much to see in the area, including lighthouses, Kitty Hawk, etc. Someone reported that the "inside and outside of the facility are in disrepair." I don't know when he or she last visited, but the pool area has been completely rebuilt now, and is very nice. Also, if anything in the suites needs repair, the person needs only report it to management. For us it has been a very good value.

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Pat Kashtock Jan 06, 2026
10

Love it! Beautiful view of the ocean from the balconies. Cute little condos with a lot of storage. It is a little tiny bit run down as it is an older place, but it is also extremely affordable compared to most in the area. Off season timeshares cost under $1000 per week to buy, and commonly far under that. Yearly maintenance fee for each week as of 2018 is $505.

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Audrey Strough Jan 02, 2026
10

great location right on the beach close to shopping and dining. Everything you need is right here. The picture of the houses is not the windjammer those are down the street. The windjammer is an older timeshare condo setup. The kitchens and bathrooms are outdated but it's the beach. You have everything you need and the staff is great. I asked for a tv for the other bedroom for my son and they happily gave it to me. You couldn't get a better location for the price.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find The Windjammer

Nags Head, North Carolina, USA

Opposite white-sand Nags Head Beach, this low-key hotel is 3 miles from both Jockey's Ridge State Park and Route 64, and 2 miles from fishing and science exhibits at Jennette's Pier.

  • Norfolk International Airport 1 hr 45 Car
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in North Carolina. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

Wright Brothers National Memorial 10,059 reviews

Wright Brothers National Memorial

1000 N Croatan Hwy, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948, United States

4.8 · Memorial Park
Jockey's Ridge State Park 6,465 reviews

Jockey's Ridge State Park

300 W Carolista Dr, Nags Head, NC 27959, United States

4.8 · State Park
Jennette's Pier 6,264 reviews

Jennette's Pier

7223 S Virginia Dare Trail Box 1445, Nags Head, NC 27959, United States

4.7 · Fishing Pier
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