Atlantic Beach, NC

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Where to stay in Atlantic Beach

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Island Quay

While Island Quay might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Triple S Marina and Anchorage Marina.

Island Quay
DoubleTree by Hilton Atlantic Beach Oceanfront

DoubleTree by Hilton Atlantic Beach Oceanfront

4 out of 5
2717 W Fort Macon Rd Atlantic Beach NC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ¥15,300 per night from Mar 14 to Mar 15
¥15,300
¥17,250 total
Mar 14 - Mar 15
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Atlantic Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
Clean room. Staff was awesome. We will return and tell our friends.

Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Atlantic Beach Oceanfront
Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel

Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel

3 out of 5
511 Salter Path Rd Atlantic Beach NC
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Atlantic Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,530 reviews)
This hotel is great! It's always clean & the staff is also very helpful & pleasant.

Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026

Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel
Hotel Alice At Atlantic Beach

Hotel Alice At Atlantic Beach

3 out of 5
118 Salter Path Road Pine Knoll Shores NC
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Atlantic Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,318 reviews)
Nice clean rooms, friendly staff and a short walk to the beach.

Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026

Hotel Alice At Atlantic Beach
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
A Place at the Beach

A Place at the Beach

2.5 out of 5
1904 E Fort Macon Rd Atlantic Beach NC
Book a stay at this family-friendly apartment in Atlantic Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Triple S Marina and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (287 reviews)
Nice area and amenities, all with beachfront access.

Reviewed on Jan 24, 2026

A Place at the Beach
OCEAN FRONT WITH THE BEST OCEAN VIEWS.  
HEATED POOL & HOT TUB ALL YEAR

OCEAN FRONT WITH THE BEST OCEAN VIEWS. HEATED POOL & HOT TUB ALL YEAR

Atlantic Beach NC
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Atlantic Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Circle Regional Beach Access ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (130 reviews)
Lovely beach front property! We stayed here for a long weekend and had the best time. The home is the perfect beach cottage with tons of space to spread out and enjoy vacation. Our family enjoyed to hot tub, pool and fun game room. Winter sunsets are amazing-we spotted dolphins sitting on the back ...

Reviewed on Jan 10, 2026

OCEAN FRONT WITH THE BEST OCEAN VIEWS. HEATED POOL & HOT TUB ALL YEAR
 Oceanfront Beach House on Highly Sought After Ocean Ridge

Oceanfront Beach House on Highly Sought After Ocean Ridge

Atlantic Beach NC
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Atlantic Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a water park. Popular attractions Circle Regional Beach Access ...
10/10 Exceptional! (41 reviews)
Amazing place for a family gathering at the beach!

Reviewed on Nov 30, 2025

Oceanfront Beach House on Highly Sought After Ocean Ridge
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Atlantic Beach

4.3
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
53
5 - Excellent 41%
4 - Good
68
4 - Good 52%
3 - Okay
8
3 - Okay 6%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 1%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 0%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

The area is a bit congested and dated, but the beach is beautiful and the amenities are all right there! Much was closed due to the pandemic, but we'll go back to see more.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Went to amos mosquito to eat, that was pleasant.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

October is a great time to go! Tourists are gone, locals are nice, and it's easy to get around town. Peaceful getaway. Will be going back.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Not the huge mass of people we have encountered at the Outer Banks.....fabulous! Very low key.

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveler

Would not stay here again

4/5 - Good

Tom

Enjoy the beach and finding great shells

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