The Beacon

Property class: 2
Motel in Salter Path

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When visiting Salter Path, The Beacon is a great choice to consider. Guests will have free perks like WiFi and self parking. A terrace and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. The helpful staff and beach location get great marks from fellow travelers.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is $70
$94 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5

Room options

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View all photos for Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

A neatly arranged hotel room with a bed, bedside table, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, each with floral-patterned bedding, a wooden headboard, a bedside table, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Economy Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, and a geometric blue and white wall design.

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A modern living room with a brown sofa, a wooden chair, a pink table, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms - Not Pet Friendly

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, air conditioning unit, and a desk with a chair.

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a closet, and a door.

Family Bungalow

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

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1305 Salter Path Rd, Salter Path, NC, 28575

What's nearby

  • Beach Wheels Bike Rental - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Emerald Isle Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Emerald Isle Adventures - 17 min drive - 16.1 km
  • Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier - 19 min drive - 16.8 km

Getting around

  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 59 min drive
  • Havelock Station - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Kountry Kitchen - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Luigi's Pizza - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Plaza Mexico Bar & Grill - ‬22 min drive

About this property

The Beacon

  • When visiting Salter Path, The Beacon is a great choice to consider. Guests will have free perks like WiFi and self parking. A terrace and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. The helpful staff and beach location get great marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

CHECK-IN
4:00pm
CHECK-OUT
11:00am

Hotel size

    • 23 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • 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 allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 40 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation*

Internet

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

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

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Reviews

The Beacon Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.0

Cleanliness

7.8

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The property offers direct access to a quiet and pristine beach with a short and pleasant walk. (66 reviews)
  • Several restaurants are within easy walking distance, offering a variety of dining options. (8 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Great family-owned hotel right on the beach! The property is very well maintained, the staff is extremely friendly and welcoming, and the direct beach access is a huge plus. We had a wonderful stay and would definitely come back!
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10/10 Exceptional

My husband and I recently stayed at this hotel for the first time, and we had a wonderful experience. From the moment we checked in, the staff made us feel immediately welcome and provided great local restaurant recommendations. The location was ideal, allowing us to easily walk to nearby dining, and the parking was very convenient. Additionally, our room was clean, the bed was comfortable, and we appreciated having a kitchenette. Thank you for a great stay. We definitely plan to return!
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10/10 Exceptional

From the moment of check in I felt welcomed. Super friendly staff. I knew that if I needed anything I did not have to hesitate to ask. I would highly recommend the Beacon .
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect family vacation spot. The property is well maintained, the beach access is private, and the owners treat guests like their own family. Highly recommended for travelers looking for comfort without paying luxury resort prices.
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10/10 Exceptional

Older hotel that's been renovated nicely. The room was small but nice and it had everything we needed for our overnight stay. The owner was extremely nice and helpful and they had things you could borrow for the beach, like chairs and umbrellas. The beach and surrounding area in general were nice and quiet as well, which is just what we were looking for.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great little motel almost on the beach. We had a blast! Staff was amazing!!! Will definitely be back for another stay.
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8/10 Very good

Owner was very nice, accommodating and helpful. Great beach.
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10/10 Exceptional

My room was an A+ on cleanliness!!! Can't wait to visit the Beacon again. The property has the cozy feel of a privately owned inn and the amenities of a large scale property. The manager was attentive and welcoming. She gets an A++
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10/10 Exceptional

Wooden walkway to the beach. Staff was always there to help. Rooms were clean
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10/10 Exceptional

This place is a hidden gem. The owner, Christina, is amazing and very attentive to guests and is very pet friendly. It was clean, newly renovated, and adorable. The outdoor area has wonderful surprises like a ping pong table, cornhole, and other games. There's an outdoor seating area with full grill and the store across the street was very convenient for anything you may have left at home, groceries, and other necessities. The only drawback may be for anyone with mobility issues. Beach Access requires navigating down steps to get from atop the dunes to the beach. However there's is a wonderful seating area on the deck above the dunes where sunset viewing is delightful. The hotel is conveniently located midway between Atlantic Beach and emerald Isle making both ends of the island very accessible. Christina had done a wonderful job of thinking and including all the little things that make this place feel welcoming and like family. Definitely check it out!
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10/10 Exceptional

This hotel is pet friendly, the staff gave us amazing recommendations but most importantly we had a great time by the beach, felt very private
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10/10 Exceptional

Very clean and great location. Private walk to beach very convenient. Excellent staff. Truly a hidden gem!
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10/10 Exceptional

We enjoyed our stay at the Beacon! It is in a perfect location with great access to the beach. We loved the friendliness of the staff and other travelers. If you are a light sleeper, you may want to bring a white noise machine because you can hear what is going on outside, since it is an older motel that has been updated. We will definitely be back whenever we come to the beach!
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was perfect, and they upgraded it for us since I had my family with me. Staff were super nice and helpful. The beach access was beautiful.
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6/10 Good

Location was excellent! Cute place. However, we could tell our room wasn’t cleaned very well. Small pieces of trash on the floor, counter wasn’t wiped down. Curtains were see through so we had to hang a sheet over the window.
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10/10 Exceptional

We loved staying at the beacon, it was super nice and the boardwalk to the beach and games on the patio were lovely
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10/10 Exceptional

Stayed here for just a night over Easter weekend. We were greeted by the owner, Christina. She was lovely, accommodating, and warm. She let us borrow a few things for the beach and directed us to our room. The room was nice. Two queen beds, comfortable. The A/C was cold and the TV worked. The only issue we had was the neighboring room had a dog that kept barking in the daytime, but it wasn’t really that distracting. We had a great stay, and plan on coming back.
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10/10 Exceptional

We love the beacon!!! Safe, clean, froendly, convenient,
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, small simple hotel, very clean and has everything you need to enjoy the beach, which is of course why you are there.
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10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly management, great pricing, clean and well kept.
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful staff. Great service.
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10/10 Exceptional

I liked the privacy and my room was very clean and the atmosphere was excellent
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean and comfy. Chill place
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10/10 Exceptional

Great staff. Great price. Beach is a few steps away.
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10/10 Exceptional

Wow really convenient, newly remodeled, and has a nice path right to a private part of the beach!