Hotels in Emerald Isle

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Top 5 hotels in Emerald Isle at a glance

  1. Islander Hotel & Resort — 3-star hotel in Emerald Isle. Guest rating: 9.0/10 — Wonderful.
  2. Lighthouse Suites - Best Western Signature Collection — 2.5-star hotel in Emerald Isle. Guest rating: 9.4/10 — Exceptional.
  3. Oceanview Inn — 2-star hotel in Emerald Isle. Guest rating: 8.2/10 — Very Good.
  4. Luxury Beach Condo 5 Min Walk to Beach Shops — 2-star hotel in Emerald Isle.
  5. Hampton Inn & Suites Swansboro Near Camp Lejeune — 2.5-star hotel in Swansboro. Guest rating: 9.4/10 — Exceptional.

Where to stay in Emerald Isle?

Properties are selected based on real traveler reviews and popularity among guests who’ve booked a night in Emerald Isle on Hotels.com. These Emerald Isle hotels consistently deliver on comfort, location and traveler experience. Last updated on .

A deck with Adirondack chairs and a table, overlooking the ocean.
A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a seating area with a sofa and a coffee table.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered seating area.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a lamp, and a view of the outside.

Islander Hotel & Resort

Islander Hotel & Resort
Emerald Isle
CNY1,326
CNY1,533 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
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 hotel with a sign reading "Lighthouse Suites" and a covered entrance.
A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a small table, a lamp, a television, and a microwave.

Lighthouse Suites - Best Western Signature Collection

Lighthouse Suites - Best Western Signature Collection
Emerald Isle
CNY935
CNY1,168 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Lighthouse Suites - Best Western Signature Collection
A beach with waves, people, and buildings in the background.
A hotel room with two beds, each with a nautical-themed bedspread. There is a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a phone, and a window with curtains.
A hotel room with a TV mounted on the wall, a wooden dresser, two chairs, a table, and two wall-mounted lamps.
A building with a light blue exterior, a covered porch, and a well-maintained lawn with two palm trees.

Oceanview Inn

Oceanview Inn
Emerald Isle
CNY775
CNY874 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Oceanview Inn
A residential building with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a covered patio area.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island with bar stools, stainless steel appliances, and a sign reading "Emerald Isle".
A spacious living room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony, a ceiling fan, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a light blue color scheme.

Luxury Beach Condo 5 Min Walk to Beach Shops

Luxury Beach Condo 5 Min Walk to Beach Shops
Emerald Isle
CNY1,713
CNY4,481 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Luxury Beach Condo 5 Min Walk to Beach Shops

Hampton Inn & Suites Swansboro Near Camp Lejeune

Hampton Inn & Suites Swansboro Near Camp Lejeune
Swansboro
CNY701
CNY792 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Hampton Inn & Suites Swansboro Near Camp Lejeune
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.

The Windstar Hotel - Emerald Isle / Swansboro

The Windstar Hotel - Emerald Isle / Swansboro
Cedar Point
CNY600
CNY676 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
The Windstar Hotel - Emerald Isle / Swansboro
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 Days Inn with a two-story structure, a covered front porch, and a signboard.

Days Inn by Wyndham Cape Carteret near Emerald Isle

Days Inn by Wyndham Cape Carteret near Emerald Isle
Peletier
CNY592
CNY736 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Days Inn by Wyndham Cape Carteret near Emerald Isle
A single-story house with a covered porch, a fenced yard, and various potted plants.
A wicker sofa with cushions, a woven screen, and potted plants.
A living room with a television, a sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a wooden cabinet.
A room with a wooden floor, a grey sofa, a white armchair, and a small wooden side table.

2 Mi to Atlantic Beach! Family Escape w/ Gas Grill

2 Mi to Atlantic Beach! Family Escape w/ Gas Grill
Morehead City
CNY2,167
CNY4,067 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
2 Mi to Atlantic Beach! Family Escape w/ Gas Grill
A seaside bar with three stools, a counter, and striped umbrellas.
A beach with rows of beach chairs and umbrellas, a clear sky, and the ocean in the background.
A spacious dining area with high ceilings, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.
A beachside pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking the ocean.

Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel

Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel
Atlantic Beach
CNY852
CNY961 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel
A beach with a wooden staircase leading down to the shore.
A wooden boardwalk leading to a building with a ramp.
A two-story building with a balcony and a sign reading "The Beacon."
A modern kitchen with a wooden wall, a pink cabinet, and a blue chair.

The Beacon

The Beacon
Salter Path
CNY538
CNY708 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
The Beacon
A hotel room with a wooden desk, a blue sofa, a colorful striped rug, a television, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
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 Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a prominent entrance, a covered outdoor seating area, and a fenced courtyard.
A rectangular pool with a clear blue water surface, surrounded by a beige deck. There are two white pool ladders on the left side.

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Morehead Cty by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Morehead Cty by IHG
Morehead City
CNY767
CNY865 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Morehead Cty by IHG
A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with a flag warning system and a lifebuoy.
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.
A modern bar area with a marble countertop, black bar stools, and a green accent wall.
A modern outdoor seating area with striped sofas and tables, surrounded by a white pergola structure.

Hotel Alice At Atlantic Beach

Hotel Alice At Atlantic Beach
Pine Knoll Shores
CNY748
CNY945 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
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 modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a television screen.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a TV, a chair, and a window with curtains.
A spacious lobby with a curved sofa, a round coffee table, and a seating area with multiple chairs.

DoubleTree by Hilton Atlantic Beach Oceanfront

DoubleTree by Hilton Atlantic Beach Oceanfront
Atlantic Beach
CNY1,004
CNY1,132 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
DoubleTree by Hilton Atlantic Beach Oceanfront
A breakfast buffet area with labeled coffee pots, a toaster, and a variety of pastries.
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.
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a nightstand, a lamp, and an air conditioning unit.

Econo Lodge Crystal Coast

Econo Lodge Crystal Coast
Morehead City
CNY543
CNY613 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Econo Lodge Crystal Coast
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a fence and palm trees.
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.
A buffet setup with various food items, a coffee station, and a refrigerator.

Hampton Inn Morehead City

Hampton Inn Morehead City
Morehead City
CNY844
CNY952 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Hampton Inn Morehead City
A waterfront hotel with multiple levels, large windows, and a docked boat.
A spacious living area with a staircase, a fireplace, and a large window.
A covered outdoor area with a view of the water, featuring a long corridor with glass doors and windows, and a railing along the side.
A waterfront property with a dock, boats, and a large building with multiple levels and balconies.

Beaufort Hotel NC

Beaufort Hotel NC
Beaufort
CNY1,098
CNY1,238 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Beaufort Hotel NC

Compass by Margaritaville Beaufort

Compass by Margaritaville Beaufort
Beaufort
CNY999
CNY1,127 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Compass by Margaritaville Beaufort
A modern conference room with a large table, comfortable seating, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.
A hotel reception area with a herringbone wood floor, a reception desk with a digital screen, and a framed artwork on the wall.
A restaurant with green chairs and tables, a counter with a coffee machine, and artwork on the walls.
A modern building with a flat roof, large windows, and a parking lot in front.

Quality Inn near MCAS Cherry Point

Quality Inn near MCAS Cherry Point
Havelock
CNY543
CNY613 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Quality Inn near MCAS Cherry Point
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a green armchair, and a dark headboard.
A motel with a parking lot, a blue awning, and a building with multiple windows.
A building with a blue awning labeled "OFFICE" and a parking lot in front.
A bathroom with a shower, toilet, and a towel rack.

Havelock Inn & Suites

Havelock Inn & Suites
Havelock
CNY431
CNY487 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Havelock Inn & Suites
A park with a wooden bench, gazebos, and a clear view of a lake.
A multi-story hotel building with balconies, a parking area, and a sign reading "bask Hotel".
A gym with various exercise equipment, including treadmills, weight machines, and exercise balls.

Bask Hotel at Big Rock Landing

Bask Hotel at Big Rock Landing
Morehead City
CNY909
CNY1,025 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Bask Hotel at Big Rock Landing
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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 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 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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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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Emerald Forest Golf

9.0/10 (22 reviews)
Emerald Forest Golf is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from central Emerald Isle, why not stop by during your stay. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is family-friendly and has lots of nice beaches.
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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.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a hotel room cost in Emerald Isle?
You can choose a great hotel in Emerald Isle from CNY487 with properties to suit all budgets and needs. To find an affordable hotel in Emerald Isle that meets all of your requirements, just apply filters on Hotels.com and sort hotels by "Price: low to high".
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Can I book Emerald Isle hotels with free cancellation?
To book a refundable Emerald Isle hotel on Hotels.com, just filter hotels by "Property cancellation options" and select "Fully refundable property". The majority of hotels offer free cancellation, so you can receive a refund if you need to cancel. Some hotels do require cancelling more than 24 hours before check-in, so double-check your booking beforehand.
What are some of the best hotels in Emerald Isle for couples?
Enjoy your couple's retreat with a stay at a top-rated Emerald Isle romantic hotel. Our travelers love Islander Hotel & Resort, a hotel with an outdoor pool and a poolside bar. Discover more hotels in Emerald Isle on Hotels.com for couples by using the "Traveler experience" filter in your search and selecting "Adults only" or "Romantic".
What are the top Emerald Isle hotels with a pool?
For some added luxury, discover the best Emerald Isle hotels with a pool. Islander Hotel & Resort is a great hotel with an outdoor pool and a guest rating of 9 out of 10. Plus, you can make the most of its poolside bar and free pool cabanas. You can select "Pool" in the "Amenities" filter of your search on Hotels.com to find even more places to stay in Emerald Isle with a pool.
What are some of the best Emerald Isle hotels with free parking?
If you're exploring by car, finding a great Emerald Isle hotel with free parking is a win. Our travelers' favorites include:
What are some popular hotels in central Emerald Isle?
If you're looking for hotels in central Emerald Isle, check out Islander Hotel & Resort. Travelers love Islander Hotel & Resort for its location, as well as the outdoor pool, poolside bar and free pool cabanas this hotel offers. When you stay at one of these central hotels, you'll be in easy reach of top sights including Emerald Isle Beach. The Point and Swansboro Historic District are some of the most central neighborhoods for your Emerald Isle vacation.
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 870 vacation homes. In addition, there are 48 apartments and 202 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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