Crystal Coast Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo provided by The Crystal Coast Tourism Authority.
Photo provided by The Crystal Coast Tourism Authority.
Photo provided by The Crystal Coast Tourism Authority.
Photo provided by The Crystal Coast Tourism Authority.
Photo provided by The Crystal Coast Tourism Authority.
Photo provided by The Crystal Coast Tourism Authority.
Photo provided by The Crystal Coast Tourism Authority.
Photo provided by The Crystal Coast Tourism Authority.
Photo provided by The Crystal Coast Tourism Authority.
Photo provided by The Crystal Coast Tourism Authority.

Where to stay in Crystal Coast

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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.

The Point
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Island Quay

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Island Quay and surrounding area, you can visit Triple S Marina and Anchorage Marina.

Island Quay
Hotel Alice At Atlantic Beach
Hotel Alice At Atlantic Beach
3 out of 5
118 Salter Path Road, Pine Knoll Shores, NC
Stay at this 3-star golf hotel in Pine Knoll Shores. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,146 reviews)
"Our stay for the first time there was a very good one. We enjoyed it so much that we are going to come back and stay longer. Probably somewhere in October or November for Thanksgiving when it’s cool. Everyone was very nice"

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

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Hotel Alice At Atlantic Beach
Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel
Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel
3 out of 5
511 Salter Path Rd, Pine Knoll Shores, NC
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Pine Knoll Shores. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,363 reviews)
"Amazing place as always!"

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2025

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Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel
DoubleTree by Hilton Atlantic Beach Oceanfront
DoubleTree by Hilton Atlantic Beach Oceanfront
4 out of 5
2717 W Fort Macon Rd, Atlantic Beach, NC
The price is ฿4,954 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
฿4,954
฿5,586 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Atlantic Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Easy check in with friendly ladies at the front desk. Nice room with beach view"

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Atlantic Beach Oceanfront
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Atlantic Beach Resort, a Ramada by Wyndham
Atlantic Beach Resort, a Ramada by Wyndham
3 out of 5
715 W. Fort Macon Rd., Atlantic Beach, NC
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Atlantic Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,211 reviews)
"Really great in terms of beach access and pool and hot tub access. Very quiet. The property was generally very nice but the beds were not the cleanest and the patio door was broken and inaccessible as a result."

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2025

Atlantic Beach Resort, a Ramada by Wyndham
A Place at the Beach
A Place at the Beach
2.5 out of 5
1904 E Fort Macon Rd, Atlantic Beach, NC
Stay at this family-friendly apartment in Atlantic Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Triple S Marina and Anchorage ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (223 reviews)
"Nice"

Reviewed on 18 Jun 2025

A Place at the Beach
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Popular places to visit

Fort Macon State Park

Fort Macon State Park

You can take time to visit Fort Macon State Park during your travels to Atlantic Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Fort Macon State Park
Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier

Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier

4/5(1 review)

Explore the waterfront in Emerald Isle with a trip to Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier
North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores

North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores

Make time to visit the sea animals who live in North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores during your trip to Pine Knoll Shores. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores
Cape Lookout Lighthouse

Cape Lookout Lighthouse

Learn about the local history of Cape Lookout when you spend time at Cape Lookout Lighthouse. Wander the beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

Cape Lookout Lighthouse
Rachel Carson Reserve

Rachel Carson Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Rachel Carson Reserve, a lovely green space in Morehead City.

Rachel Carson Reserve
North Carolina Maritime Museum

North Carolina Maritime Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

North Carolina Maritime Museum