Emerald Isle, NC

Travel Guide

A pier extending into the ocean at sunset.
A coastal town with a beach, clear turquoise waters, and lush green hills in the background.
A coastal city with a long beachfront, dense residential area, and a clear sky.
A beach with waves, a sunset, and a person walking.
A beachfront property with multiple balconies and a wooden boardwalk.

Where to stay in Emerald Isle

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The Point

The Point might not have many top sights, but Emerald Isle Woods Park and Salty Pirate Water Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Islander Hotel & Resort

Islander Hotel & Resort

3 out of 5
102 Islander Drive Emerald Isle NC
The price is ¥34,777 per night from Jul 19 to Jul 20
¥34,777
¥40,122 total
Jul 19 - Jul 20
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Emerald Isle. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,018 reviews)
"Nice place directly on the beach with nearby restaurants, coffee, and grocery stores."

Reviewed on Jul 11, 2026

Islander Hotel & Resort
Oceanview Inn

Oceanview Inn

2 out of 5
122 Fairview Drive Emerald Isle NC
Fully refundable
The price is ¥24,433 per night from Aug 9 to Aug 10
¥24,433
¥27,549 total
Aug 9 - Aug 10
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Emerald Isle. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (523 reviews)
"⭐⭐☆☆☆ Oceanview Inn — it’s everything you’d expect from a two-star hotel: a short walk to the beach and pier, and a friendly staff doing the best they can with the resources they have. The room had a nostalgic charm that made me wonder if I’d accidentally booked a stay in 1997. The air conditioner ..."

Reviewed on Jul 11, 2026

Oceanview Inn
Lighthouse Suites - Best Western Signature Collection

Lighthouse Suites - Best Western Signature Collection

2.5 out of 5
216 Islander Drive, Emerald Isle NC Emerald Isle NC
The price is ¥32,174 per night from Jul 19 to Jul 20
¥32,174
¥39,010 total
Jul 19 - Jul 20
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Emerald Isle. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (383 reviews)
"Everything was good, very clean, however, WiFi reception was terrible, we can barely connect. Also ATT phone reception there was also very bad in that area, so had to live with no internet life for few days."

Reviewed on Jul 10, 2026

Lighthouse Suites - Best Western Signature Collection
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.
Oceanfront 10 bdrm w/Pool/Elevator on The Point. Best Views on the Island!

Oceanfront 10 bdrm w/Pool/Elevator on The Point. Best Views on the Island!

Emerald Isle NC
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Emerald Isle. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Emerald Isle Woods Park and ...
10/10 Exceptional! (51 reviews)
"The property was excellent and the views are beautiful."

Reviewed on Jun 12, 2026

Oceanfront 10 bdrm w/Pool/Elevator on The Point. Best Views on the Island!
Affordable Oceanfront w/ Private Pool!

Affordable Oceanfront w/ Private Pool!

Emerald Isle NC
Stay at this vacation home in Emerald Isle. Enjoy private pools, a beach locale, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Emerald Isle Beach and Flatwaters ...
10/10 Exceptional! (96 reviews)
"This was the perfect beach house. It was all superlatives - house, view, beach, pool. The house was very well stocked with everything necessary to cook a meal and enjoy the view. The dishes and glassware were very nice and I especially loved the aqua dishes. We also appreciated the really close proximity ..."

Reviewed on Jun 15, 2026

Affordable Oceanfront w/ Private Pool!
Charming 5-bedroom oceanfront duplex with wonderful views

Charming 5-bedroom oceanfront duplex with wonderful views

Emerald Isle NC
Book a stay at this beach cottage in Emerald Isle. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Flatwaters Paddling and Emerald ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (21 reviews)
"Great oceanfront home in beautiful Emerald Isle. We really enjoyed our stay!"

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2026

Charming 5-bedroom oceanfront duplex with wonderful views
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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