Emerald Isle Travel Guide

Tourist 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.
Sunset, Emerald Isle, North Carolina
A beach with waves, a sunset, and a person walking.

Where to stay in Emerald Isle

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The Point

While The Point may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Emerald Isle Woods Park and Salty Pirate Water Park.

Islander Hotel & Resort

Islander Hotel & Resort

3 out of 5
102 Islander Drive Emerald Isle NC
The price is £184 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
£184
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Emerald Isle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,010 reviews)
"The hotel is very clean, which is very important if you are traveling with children. Also, the hotel is right on the beach, which is very convenient."

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2026

Islander Hotel & Resort
Oceanview Inn

Oceanview Inn

2 out of 5
122 Fairview Drive Emerald Isle NC
The price is £146 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
£146
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Emerald Isle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very good! (529 reviews)
"Amazing staff, perfect location, clean room"

Reviewed on 1 Aug 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 £179 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
£179
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Emerald Isle. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (388 reviews)
"Beautifully decorated staff friendly and place was clean"

Reviewed on 27 Jul 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
Stay at this beach holiday home in Emerald Isle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a beach locale. Popular attractions Emerald Isle Woods Park and Huggins ...
10/10 Exceptional! (52 reviews)
"Not your typical beach vacation. Very private, both beach and location. Views are outstanding."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026

Oceanfront 10 bdrm w/Pool/Elevator on The Point. Best Views on the Island!
The Pinnacle - OCEANFRONT Home.  Amazing Views, Pool, Hot Tub, 2 Kitchens,
Deck

The Pinnacle - OCEANFRONT Home. Amazing Views, Pool, Hot Tub, 2 Kitchens, Deck

Emerald Isle NC
Stay at this beach holiday home in Emerald Isle. Enjoy private pools, a beach locale and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Emerald Isle Beach and Emerald ...
9/10 Wonderful! (54 reviews)
"The house is amazing. The pool is bigger then most you will find and hot tub was perfect. The rooms where very nice. The kitchens were well stocked and everything was super clean. Every part of the house was well maintained and comfortable. Grateful to have found this house for our family."

Reviewed on 30 May 2026

The Pinnacle - OCEANFRONT Home. Amazing Views, Pool, Hot Tub, 2 Kitchens, Deck
Affordable Oceanfront w/ Private Pool!

Affordable Oceanfront w/ Private Pool!

Emerald Isle NC
Stay at this holiday home in Emerald Isle. Enjoy private pools, a beach locale and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Flatwaters Paddling and Emerald Isle ...
10/10 Exceptional! (98 reviews)
"Our family had another wonderful vacation in this beautiful home!It was very clean and comfortable, truly making it feel like a home away from home. The well-stocked kitchen had everything we needed to make family meals easy and enjoyable. We absolutely loved the swimming pool, as well as beachfront ..."

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026

Affordable Oceanfront w/ Private Pool!
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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