Hatteras Island Travel Guide

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Cape Hatteras Lighthouse

Where to stay in Hatteras Island

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South Rodanthe

While visiting South Rodanthe, you might make a stop by sights like Rodanthe Beach and Pamlico Sound.

South Rodanthe
Amazing sunset

Hatteras Colony

Though Hatteras Colony may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Salvo Beach and Rodanthe Beach.

Hatteras Colony
Sunset beach sunrise North Carolina

Brigands' Bay

If you're spending some time in Brigands' Bay, Cape Hatteras National Seashore and Pamlico Sound are top sights worth seeing.

Brigands' Bay
Cape Hatteras Island in North Carolina beach town USA

Wimble Shores

While Wimble Shores isn't home to many top sights, Salvo Beach and Rodanthe Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Wimble Shores
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Ocean Isle Estates

While Ocean Isle Estates isn't home to many top sights, Hatteras Island Boardsports and Surf's Up are some notable places to visit nearby.

Ocean Isle Estates
Cape Hatteras Lighthouse, Cape Hatteras, North Carolina

Wind Over Waves

While Wind Over Waves may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Salvo Beach and Rodanthe Beach.

Wind Over Waves
Hatteras Island Inn

Hatteras Island Inn

2 out of 5
46745 Hwy 12 Buxton NC
The price is AU$115 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
AU$115
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Buxton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
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Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

Hatteras Island Inn
Lighthouse View Oceanfront Lodging

Lighthouse View Oceanfront Lodging

3.5 out of 5
46677 Hwy 12 Buxton NC
The price is AU$161 per night from 7 Feb to 8 Feb
AU$161
7 Feb - 8 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Buxton. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (530 reviews)
Great communication

Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026

Lighthouse View Oceanfront Lodging
HUGE COVERED DECK, LARGE HOT TUB, 65” DECK TV, 6 BEACH CRUISERS, AND 3 KAYAKS!

HUGE COVERED DECK, LARGE HOT TUB, 65” DECK TV, 6 BEACH CRUISERS, AND 3 KAYAKS!

Avon NC
Stay at this holiday home in Avon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Ocean Air Sports and Kinnakeet Clay Works are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (92 reviews)
The deck area and downstairs area was PERFECT for teens. The kitchen was well equipped and the living space offered ample space. The amenities, like bikes, hot tub, games and tiki bar were enjoyed by all. We had an amazing time.

Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025

HUGE COVERED DECK, LARGE HOT TUB, 65” DECK TV, 6 BEACH CRUISERS, AND 3 KAYAKS!
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.
Hatteras Sands Camping Resort

Hatteras Sands Camping Resort

2 out of 5
57316 Eagle Pass Road Hatteras NC
Stay at this campsite in Hatteras. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (465 reviews)
Love the tiny cabins and the area in general for a relaxing getaway. Friendly staff too! Will visit again (have been many times before)

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Hatteras Sands Camping Resort
Relaxing, Cheerful ~ OCEANFRONT ~ Perfect for 2

Relaxing, Cheerful ~ OCEANFRONT ~ Perfect for 2

Hatteras NC
Stay at this beach cottage in Hatteras. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and patios. Popular attractions Hatteras Library and Hatteras Village Park are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (170 reviews)
We really enjoyed our stay. This is such a nice little place. Just perfect for two people. Hope we can come back again sometime.

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Relaxing, Cheerful ~ OCEANFRONT ~ Perfect for 2
2 BR/2 BA Hatteras Top Floor Oceanfront Condo

2 BR/2 BA Hatteras Top Floor Oceanfront Condo

Hatteras NC
Stay at this beach condo in Hatteras. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a beach locale. Popular attractions Hatteras Library and Hatteras Village Park are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (144 reviews)
The balcony/deck offered a beautiful view of the ocean and sunrise.

Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025

2 BR/2 BA Hatteras Top Floor Oceanfront Condo
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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