Amenities at Driftin Sands Motel

Driftin Sands Motel offers Barbecue grill(s), Picnic area, Free WiFi, Pets allowed, Smoke-free property, Free toiletries, Hair dryer, Shower, Air conditioning, Bathtub only, Garden, Iron/ironing board, Coffeemaker, Full kitchens available, Kitchen, Kitchenette, Microwave, Refrigerator, Cable TV service, Flat-panel TV, LED TV.

Location

Driftin Sands Motel is located at 1906 N Virginia Dare Trail, Kill Devil Hills.

Reviews and ratings

Driftin Sands Motel has an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 based on 171 guest reviews. It holds a 3.5-star Stars rating.

Rooms and accommodations at Driftin Sands Motel

  • Standard Room

    Bed Size Varies

    Standard Room

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Property Overview

Why we like it

  • Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi throughout your stay, ensuring seamless connectivity
  • Each room offers a 50" LED TV with HBO for entertainment
  • Offers essential amenities including air conditioning and kitchenettes in select rooms
  • Welcomes pets in designated rooms, making it convenient for guests traveling with pets
  • Non-smoking rooms are available for a clean, fresh environment

What do you need to know

  • Beautiful, sandy beaches are just steps away, ideal for sunbathing, swimming, and watersports
  • Explore the iconic Wright Brothers National Memorial and learn about the first flight
  • Enjoy coastal cuisine with an abundance of seafood restaurants and casual cafes nearby
  • Close proximity to nature preserves, where wild horses and local birds can be spotted
  • Opportunities for fishing, kayaking, and paddleboarding in scenic coastal settings

Amenities

Food and drink

  • Barbecue grill(s)
  • Picnic area
  • Coffeemaker
  • Full kitchens available
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Internet access in public areas

  • Free WiFi

Property services

  • Pets allowed
  • Smoke-free property

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Features

  • Air conditioning
  • Bathtub only
  • Garden
  • Iron/ironing board

Media and electronics

  • Cable TV service
  • Flat-panel TV
  • LED TV

Reviews

3.6
171
Reviews

Drifting Sands Motel offers a budget-friendly option with convenient beach access and pet-friendly accommodations. However, recent reviews highlight issues with room quality, staff communication, and concerning privacy concerns.

Pet-friendlyConvenient beach accessReasonably pricedFriendly management (in some reviews)Recently renovated (in some reviews)
cleanliness3
location4.5
value3.5
service3
amenities2.5
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Laurie Miller
8 months ago

We stayed one night with our dog. The room was small but clean and had everything we needed. For the cost, it was fantastic. It’s great if you aren’t planning to spend a lot of time in your room.

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Eric G
8 months ago

We pulled into the parking lot and before and located the office. I pulled to closest parking spot. Man walks from other side of lot and starts loudly stating to park in front of my room. I told him I was checking in. He said something that was not English and turned towards office. In the office he called me by the name "Rick" several times. Each time I corrected him. I checked in and my wife and I went to the room. It was disgusting to say the least. The overwhelming odor in the room was too much to bare. I went to the office and asked for another room. After a long drawn out argument, we ended up leaving and receiving no refund. Will never consider this place again. Location was it's only advantage.

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Rob Wiggins
10 months ago

Old motel, addiquat for a few days stay 1st to make sure your expectations are met. Not new everything. We were here to hang out fishing, and explore most days. Our A/C was chilling. Hard beds so just saying stay a few days mabe more?

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Cloudy With A Chance
10 months ago

A convenient hole in the blinds that allowed direct contact with other guests at different areas of the building, was basically eyeball level with the top of the bed. Police were there late I guess due to some kind of disturbance. Overall it was clean but nothing special, cheap and effective.

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Your Neighbor
about 1 year ago

Small room, but clean and updated. Comfortable bed. Plenty of towels and soaps. No card key, door has a lighted keypad, just push buttons to enter code and door unlocks. No quick or easy beach access. Couple of doors to Jolly Roger's restaurant. Friendly management. Parking area is very very tight. Pet friendly, has a dog walking area with poop bags. Our AC worked and was cold, but was falling apart. Water drained from it onto the floor constantly. The front cover was hanging down and you could see outside. Thermostat issues; set on 62* yes its Cold, but if you go 64* it cuts off for a very long time and it gets 80* before it cuts back on. The room has wall mounted lamps next to the bed, they are very bright and hard on the eyes while in bed. There are resess lights over the entrance area of the room that are very bright and hard on your eyes also. Not perfect but clean, pet friendly and reasonably priced. I would stay again for a night.

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Kurt Lodes
over 1 year ago

What a great find as we traveled the East coast in winter. Rahul checked us in and was very kind and helpful. The room was quaint (it is an old motel) but was nicely furnished and very clean. Location was right across the road from an access point to the beach. I would recommend this place to anyone.

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Jay Blue
almost 2 years ago

This place was amazing from the time I checked in the gentleman at the front desk was very professional and after telling him about the horrible night I had before check in was fast and he made sure that getting into my room was smooth wew he new I needed sleep the shower was great the room smelled good and inviting the bed was comfy I interacted with my neighbors lovely couple needles to say I will be back and it's close to everything including Avalon pier and it was quiet good good motel and the price was right also. Thank you so much.

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Pablo Landsmanas
almost 2 years ago

This motel made our vacation. The location is amazing, less than two minutes away from the beach and close to a couple of restaurants, Wawa and Target. The rooms were great. Beds were comfortable, kitchen has everything you need. Value for money is extraordinary. Can’t recommend the place enough!

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Sarah
over 2 years ago

This place is adorable. I went with my toddler and dog for two nights. Definitely get a two bed if staying more than one night. Rooms were clean. The owners were absolutely wonderful and easy going. Showed me the rooms before I decided on one bedroom or two. Paid my fare and then they left us alone the whole stay. There is a small area for your dog to do their business. Even bags are supplied. We walked across the road to the beach, and Jolly Rogers is next door. Cute place, would go back

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David Leake
over 2 years ago

This is a great simple motel for the money and the location can't be beat. There is beach access just across the street. 3 lots down is a great restaurant the Jolly Roger, and it's about half a mile from the Avalon fishing pier. Rooms aren't large but very clean and seem to be recently renovated. This building has been here for along as I can remember so it's nice to see they have refreshed the rooms and exterior. Pet friendly, and the check in desk attendant ( probably the owner) was very courteous at check in.

Map

Property Address
1906 N Virginia Dare Trail
Kill Devil Hills
Property Contact
252-715-4100