Hotels in Emerald Isle

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A deck with Adirondack chairs and a table, overlooking the ocean.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered seating area.
A hotel with a two-story structure, a covered entrance, and a view of the ocean.
A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a seating area with a sofa and a coffee table.

1. Islander Hotel & Resort

Islander Hotel & Resort
Emerald Isle
$159
$185 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Islander Hotel & Resort
A spacious room with a large window, a pool view, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A reception desk with two framed paintings of birds, a white counter, and a door to the right.
A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a small table, a lamp, a television, and a microwave.
A hotel with a sign reading "Lighthouse Suites" and a covered entrance.

2. Lighthouse Suites - Best Western Signature Collection

Lighthouse Suites - Best Western Signature Collection
Emerald Isle
$129
$163 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Lighthouse Suites - Best Western Signature Collection
A beach with waves, people, and buildings in the background.
A building with a light blue exterior, a covered porch, and a well-maintained lawn with two palm trees.
A hotel room with a TV mounted on the wall, a wooden dresser, two chairs, a table, and two wall-mounted lamps.
A motel with a parking lot, palm trees, and a clear sky.

3. Oceanview Inn

Oceanview Inn
Emerald Isle
$115
$130 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Oceanview Inn
A swimming pool with a fence, lounge chairs, and string lights.
Two white chairs with turtle designs, a potted plant, and a building in the background.
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a window with curtains.
A hotel lobby with patterned armchairs, a large flat-screen TV, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

4. The Windstar Hotel - Emerald Isle / Swansboro

The Windstar Hotel - Emerald Isle / Swansboro
Cedar Point
$99
$112 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
The Windstar Hotel - Emerald Isle / Swansboro
A seaside bar with three stools, a counter, and striped umbrellas.
A spacious dining area with high ceilings, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.
A beach with rows of beach chairs and umbrellas, a clear sky, and the ocean in the background.
A beachfront hotel with multiple balconies, beach chairs, and umbrellas.

5. Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel

Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel
Atlantic Beach
$93
$105 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel
A Days Inn restaurant with a counter, multiple tables, and chairs.
A reception area with a counter, chairs, and a sign for Days Inn.
A swimming pool with a small building, surrounded by a fence and greenery.

6. Days Inn by Wyndham Cape Carteret near Emerald Isle

Days Inn by Wyndham Cape Carteret near Emerald Isle
Peletier
$88
$109 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Days Inn by Wyndham Cape Carteret near Emerald Isle
A brick building with outdoor seating and a pool.
A conference room with a blue carpet, white walls, and a large window with curtains.
A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, a standing heater, and a blue patterned rug.

7. Hampton Inn & Suites Swansboro Near Camp Lejeune

Hampton Inn & Suites Swansboro Near Camp Lejeune
Swansboro
$106
$120 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Hampton Inn & Suites Swansboro Near Camp Lejeune
A beach with a wooden staircase leading down to the shore.
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden dresser, a plant, and artwork on the wall.
A wooden boardwalk leading to a building with a ramp.
A two-story building with a balcony and a sign reading "The Beacon."

8. The Beacon

The Beacon
Salter Path
$80
$105 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
The Beacon
A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with a flag warning system and a lifebuoy.
A modern bar area with a marble countertop, black bar stools, and a green accent wall.
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, marble flooring, and a large wall mural.

9. Hotel Alice At Atlantic Beach

Hotel Alice At Atlantic Beach
Pine Knoll Shores
$101
$129 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Hotel Alice At Atlantic Beach
A hotel room with a balcony, a bed, a tray with fruit and wine glasses, and a bottle of wine.
A spacious lobby with a curved sofa, a round coffee table, and a seating area with multiple chairs.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a TV, a chair, and a window with curtains.
A beachside resort with a pier, a swimming pool, and beach chairs.

10. DoubleTree by Hilton Atlantic Beach Oceanfront

DoubleTree by Hilton Atlantic Beach Oceanfront
Atlantic Beach
$131
$147 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
DoubleTree by Hilton Atlantic Beach Oceanfront
A reception area with a modern design, featuring a counter with illuminated blue panels, a wooden panel wall, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.
A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a counter with a menu, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a prominent entrance, a covered outdoor seating area, and a fenced courtyard.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a dining table with chairs.

11. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Morehead Cty by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Morehead Cty by IHG
Morehead City
$118
$133 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Morehead Cty by IHG
A park with a wooden bench, gazebos, and a clear view of a lake.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a tiled backsplash, and a skylight.
A gym with various exercise equipment, including treadmills, weight machines, and exercise balls.
A conference room with a long table, chairs, a flat-screen TV, and large windows.

12. Bask Hotel at Big Rock Landing

Bask Hotel at Big Rock Landing
Morehead City
$118
$133 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Bask Hotel at Big Rock Landing
A spacious lobby with wooden flooring, seating areas, and a large vase with sticks.
A hotel room with a large window, a chair, a table, and a wall painting.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a microwave.
A reception area with a wooden floor, a light-colored cabinet, two large vases with branches, and a framed artwork on the wall.

13. Garnet Inn & Suites, Morehead City near Atlantic Beach

Garnet Inn & Suites, Morehead City near Atlantic Beach
Morehead City
$65
$81 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Garnet Inn & Suites, Morehead City near Atlantic Beach
A garden with hydrangea bushes, wooden chairs, and a pergola structure.
A pathway leading to a white house surrounded by lush gardens and trees.
A kitchen counter with a coffee maker, a lamp, and various kitchen items.

14. The White House on Freedom Way

The White House on Freedom Way
Hubert
$115
$127 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
The White House on Freedom Way
A breakfast buffet area with labeled coffee pots, a toaster, and a variety of pastries.
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a nightstand, a lamp, and an air conditioning unit.
A white building with a red door and columns, numbered 3410, under a clear sky.
A hotel bathroom with a white sink, mirror, and wooden floor.

15. Econo Lodge Crystal Coast

Econo Lodge Crystal Coast
Morehead City
$62
$70 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Econo Lodge Crystal Coast
A covered porch with wooden beams and a white exterior wall.
A kitchen with a central island, built-in appliances, and a dining area with white chairs.
A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, a dining table with chairs, and a small trash bin.
A kitchen with light green cabinets, a wooden countertop, and a dining area with white chairs and a table.

16. Coastal Retreat Near Camp Lejeune, Dogs Welcome!

Coastal Retreat Near Camp Lejeune, Dogs Welcome!
Stella
$181
$347 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Coastal Retreat Near Camp Lejeune, Dogs Welcome!
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a fence and palm trees.
A wedding ceremony by a lake with guests seated on white chairs facing the couple.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a dresser, and a window with curtains.
A modern living room with a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and two wall-mounted lamps. There are two framed pictures on the wall.

17. Hampton Inn Morehead City

Hampton Inn Morehead City
Morehead City
$106
$120 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Hampton Inn Morehead City
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a green armchair, and a dark headboard.
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a wooden nightstand, and a floral curtain.
A bathroom with a shower, toilet, and a towel rack.
A building with a blue awning labeled "OFFICE" and a parking lot in front.

18. Havelock Inn & Suites

Havelock Inn & Suites
Havelock
$56
$63 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Havelock Inn & Suites
A multi-story hotel with a central courtyard, parking lot, and landscaped areas.
A wooden boardwalk leading to the beach with a clear sky.
A sign for Peppertree Atlantic Beach Villas, featuring a multi-story building with balconies and a well-maintained garden area.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

19. Atlantic Beach Resort

Atlantic Beach Resort
Atlantic Beach
$127
$157 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Atlantic Beach Resort
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Top neighborhoods in Emerald Isle

A wooden boardwalk over a marshy area with tall trees and a cloudy sky.

The Point

Emerald Isle's The Point neighborhood offers attractions including Emerald Isle Beach.

Top landmarks in Emerald Isle

A person walking on a sandy beach under a wooden pier.
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Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier

9.0/10 (523 reviews)
Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier is in the heart of Emerald Isle, so why not stop by during your stay. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches.
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A beach with clear turquoise water and gentle waves.

Emerald Plantation

9.0/10 (46 reviews)
If you like shopping, take time out to go to Emerald Plantation when in Emerald Isle. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches.
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A swampy area with tall trees and a small stream.

Emerald Isle Woods Park

8.6/10 (109 reviews)
Check out the water views and take some great vacation pics at Emerald Isle Woods Park in Emerald Isle. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is family-friendly and has lots of nice beaches. If you like Emerald Isle Woods Park, you'll love 3rd Street Park, just a short drive away.
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A person walking on a sandy beach with houses in the background.

Emerald Isle Adventures

9.2/10 (73 reviews)
Why not give yourself a treat with a trip to Emerald Isle Adventures, just one of the family attractions in central Emerald Isle. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches. If you have fun at Emerald Isle Adventures, you'll love The Sweet Spot, just a short walk away.
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A surfer walking on the beach at sunset.

The Sweet Spot

9.0/10 (45 reviews)
Why not give yourself a treat with a trip to The Sweet Spot, just one of the family attractions in central Emerald Isle. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches. If you have fun at The Sweet Spot, you'll love Emerald Isle Adventures, just a short walk away.
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Emerald Isle Beach

When the beach is calling your name, you might want to head down to Emerald Isle Beach, located 0.6 mi (1 km) from central Emerald Isle. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Headys Beach.
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Salty Pirate Water Park

8.4/10 (21 reviews)
Why not give yourself a treat with a trip to Salty Pirate Water Park, one of the family attractions located 1.2 mi (2 km) from central Emerald Isle. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches. If you have fun at Salty Pirate Water Park, you'll love Emerald Forest Golf, just a short walk away.
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Flatwaters Paddling

8.6/10 (14 reviews)
Flatwaters Paddling is 4.3 mi (6.8 km) from central Emerald Isle, why not stop by during your stay. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches. If you have fun at Flatwaters Paddling, you'll love Emerald Isle Adventures and The Sweet Spot, both located nearby.
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Learn more about Emerald Isle

Families flock to this barrier island paradise where the Atlantic meets pristine beaches that stretch for miles. Cast a line from Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier or book a deep-sea charter to reel in trophy fish. Kayak through tranquil marshes where wildlife abounds, then cool off at Salty Pirate Water Park with the kids. The oceanfront showcases everything from modest cottages to grand beach homes, with vacation rentals aplenty during summer's peak. Emerald Isle Woods Park offers a shady retreat from sun-soaked days. The Sweet Spot satisfies ice cream cravings after long beach days. Unlike rowdier coastal towns, this Crystal Coast gem maintains its relaxed, family-oriented atmosphere even when summer visitors multiply the population tenfold.

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A pier extending into the ocean at sunset.

Check out reviews of Emerald Isle hotels guests love

Islander Hotel & Resort

Islander Hotel & Resort

8/10 Good
"Everything was very nice."
John 4-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Islander Hotel & Resort
Oceanview Inn

Oceanview Inn

8/10 Good
"The room was clean. The bedspread was a nice touch with the matching pillow sham. The hotel staff was really friendly and helpful. The walk to the beach was very close. I walk slowly and I was able to get to the beach in 10 minutes probably 8. I will definitely book my next visit with Ocean View. THANKS GUYS."
Kay 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Oceanview Inn
Lighthouse Suites - Best Western Signature Collection

Lighthouse Suites - Best Western Signature Collection

10/10 Excellent
"Staff very helpful in recommending places to eat and providing directions. So friendly too! The rooms were great with a door separating the bedroom from the sitting room which was so helpful when traveling with a child."
Lynda 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Lighthouse Suites - Best Western Signature Collection

Frequently asked questions

What accommodations do travelers recommend in Emerald Isle?
Guests like Islander Hotel & Resort, Oceanview Inn and Lighthouse Suites - Best Western Signature Collection.
Can I book refundable accommodations in Emerald Isle?
If you want the flexibility to change your travel plans to Emerald Isle, most accommodations offer refundable* rates you can book. You can find these accommodations by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow the results down.
Where should I consider staying in Emerald Isle if I want a cheap accommodation?
An inexpensive option worth considering is Lighthouse Suites - Best Western Signature Collection.
Where can I stay in Emerald Isle if I want a vacation home instead of a traditional hotel?
If you want a good alternative to a hotel, look over our selection of 867 vacation homes. In addition, there are 49 apartments and 209 condos.
What will the weather in Emerald Isle be like during my visit?
The warmest months in Emerald Isle are usually July and August with an average temp of 78°F. January and February are the chilliest months when the average temp is 51°F. The rainiest months are August and September.
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