Coastal North Carolina Holidays from £1,385

For the most part it was good, coffee condiments were lacking and the coffee maker was a fire hazard in that it would not turn off it had to be unplugged.

Clean & spacious room staff was great and helpful

Perfect room and people

Friendly staff, clean property & very easy access to the beach. Close to all attractions. Easy & spacious parking.

We stayed at Crown Reef Resort and while check-in was smooth and the front desk staff was friendly and helpful, the overall experience was disappointing. The room was visibly not very clean—dust and even leftover items (rhinestones) were found under the sink, which made us question how well it was cleaned. Amenities were minimal (one soap, small shampoo, no conditioner), so come prepared. The “water park” is very underwhelming—just a few slides and a splash pad. Staff weren’t attentive, and there didn’t seem to be proper guidance or active supervision, so keep a close eye on kids. We also saw water bugs throughout the property—one large one near the elevators the first night, several dead ones around the building the next day, and unfortunately one in our room as well, which was a major issue for us. The arcade was a waste of money—definitely go offsite for better options. The location is great (right on the beach), and the pools/hot tubs were the highlight. But rooms feel outdated (no smart TV), and the lazy river is nothing special. Also expect a pushy timeshare pitch at check-in. Overall, “you get what you pay for.” Most of our best experiences happened offsite.