Emerald Isle Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Emerald Isle
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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.

The Point
Islander Hotel & Resort

Islander Hotel & Resort

3 out of 5
102 Islander Drive, Emerald Isle, NC
The price is ฿4,627 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
฿4,627
฿5,399 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star 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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Good deal"

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

Islander Hotel & Resort
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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿4,495 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿4,495
฿5,615 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (272 reviews)
"The staff is extremely friendly and helpful. The hotel itself was immaculate. The pool was clean and the amenities with the breakfast or perfect. Diane, Mary, and David all excellent front desk hosts! We rate this a 10+"

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025

Lighthouse Suites - Best Western Signature Collection
Oceanview Inn

Oceanview Inn

2 out of 5
122 Fairview Drive, Emerald Isle, NC
The price is ฿4,495 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
฿4,495
฿5,068 total
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Emerald Isle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (465 reviews)
"Nice and clean. Took seconds to walk to the beach. Friendly staff."

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025

Oceanview Inn
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Long Cove Resort & Marina

Long Cove Resort & Marina

3 out of 5
14629 Rainbarrel Rd, Charlotte, NC
Stay at this 3-star beach cabin in Charlotte. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Carowinds Theme Park and Charlotte Premium ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (191 reviews)
"Beautiful stay. Lots of bees"

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025

Long Cove Resort & Marina
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! (1,223 reviews)
"I liked that the rooms were big and had kitchen with all needed items. Check out instructions were easy. I liked that the staff were in communication with me and I was able to text them if I needed anything. I liked that they took care of everything when requested. I disliked that the bed sheets ..."

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025

Atlantic Beach Resort, a Ramada by Wyndham
Swiss Mountain Village

Swiss Mountain Village

3 out of 5
2324 Flat Top Rd, Blowing Rock, NC
Stay at this 3-star cabin in Blowing Rock. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a picnic area. Popular attractions Tweetsie Railroad and Moses Cone Manor are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (70 reviews)
"Perfect location, quiet area"

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

Swiss Mountain Village
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Popular places to visit

Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier

Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier

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

Emerald Isle Adventures

Take the family on an outing to Emerald Isle Adventures during your trip to Emerald Isle. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Emerald Isle Adventures

Salty Pirate Water Park

Have a fun-filled day with the family at Salty Pirate Water Park as part of your trip to Emerald Isle. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Salty Pirate Water Park

Emerald Isle Woods Park

Explore the great outdoors at Emerald Isle Woods Park, a lovely green space in Emerald Isle. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

Emerald Isle Woods Park

Emerald Plantation

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Emerald Plantation during your visit to Emerald Isle. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Emerald Plantation

The Sweet Spot

Take the family on an outing to The Sweet Spot during your trip to Emerald Isle. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

The Sweet Spot

Things to do

Sand dollars, the darker ones are alive and we typically don’t keep them.... Just the whiter colored ones which aren’t living.

Private Island Eco Tours on a Private Boat from Shackleford Banks

฿19,652
per traveller
Private Island Eco Tours on a Private Boat from Shackleford Banks
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