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Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel

3.0 star property
On beach with outdoor pool, near North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores

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Poolside views, open daily
Lobby
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Poolside views, open daily
Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View
By the ocean, Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel offers a vibrant beachside retreat. Enjoy an outdoor pool with sun loungers, unwind at the beach bar or poolside bar, and savor meals at the restaurant - all while staying connected with in-room WiFi. With a gym to keep you active and helpful staff on hand, this hotel is perfect for those who want to soak up the sun and fun of North Carolina's coast.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Gym

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(132 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 30 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(172 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 30 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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In-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Located in Atlantic Beach, Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel is on the beach. Country Club of the Crystal Coast and Anchorage Marina are worth visiting if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Fort Macon State Park and Rachel Carson Reserve. Enjoy an event or a match at Big Rock Stadium, and consider making time for North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores—a top attraction that's not to be missed.
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Map
511 Salter Path Rd, Atlantic Beach, NC, 28512

What's nearby

  • North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Country Club of the Crystal Coast - 6 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Coral Bay Shopping Center - 10 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Triple S Marina - 15 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Fort Macon State Park - 17 min drive - 15.8 km

Getting around

  • Havelock Station - 36 min drive
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kabuto Japanese Steak House - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪No Name Pizza - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Kountry Kitchen - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Tsunami Hibachi and Sushi Buffet - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Plaza Mexico Bar & Grill - ‬19 min drive

About this property

Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel

Hotel near North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores
Located close to Country Club of the Crystal Coast, Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel provides a beach bar, a poolside bar and a bar. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Rising Tide, the on-site seafood restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a gym.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Self-parking (surcharge), a banquet hall and a lift
  • A 24-hour front desk, ATM/banking services and a TV in reception
  • A gift shop, beach towels and outdoor furniture
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the beach locale, pool and helpful staff
Room features
All 102 rooms boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Balconies, fridges and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (USD 19.99 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Rising Tide
  • Tiki Bar

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 16 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self-parking fee: USD 19.99 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 2511053

We should mention

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Property is also known as

Clam Digger Inn Pine Knoll Shores
Clam Digger Pine Knoll Shores
Clam Digger
Clam Digger Hotel Atlantic Beach
Clamdigger Inn
Inn Pine Knoll Shores
Crystal Coast Oceanfront
The Inn At Pine Knoll Shores
Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel Hotel
Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel Pine Knoll Shores
Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel Hotel Pine Knoll Shores

Frequently asked questions

Does Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Is Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 75 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel?

Self-parking is available for USD 19.99 per day.

What time is check-in at Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel located?

This Atlantic Beach hotel is on the beach, 2 mi (3.2 km) from North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Country Club of the Crystal Coast and Coral Bay Shopping Center. Anchorage Marina and Triple S Marina are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 819 out of 1515 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 424 out of 1515 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 156 out of 1515 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 72 out of 1515 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 44 out of 1515 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Fantastic location, beach access
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great oceanfront hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice oceanfront location right on the beach and convenient restaurant and bar.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beach was great
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Amenities
Very short walk to the beach & chairs provided were comfortable. Lovely stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were very clean and comfortable. Ocean view was impressive..
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view.. well laid out room.. great staf.. my dog and i enjoyed the beach runs in the morning
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geno

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautiful and so was the ocean
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was friendly and I loved that I could bring my dog
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we liked the balcony overlooking the ocean and the beautiful beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melody

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Excellent experience. Front desk very belpful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ariana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay! It was a quick 3 night get away for us and this was the perfect Hotel for us. We loved the convenient Beach access with chairs and towels provided. The tiki bar was nice with music in the evening. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
i love the ocean view
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Deames

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Right on the beach, complementary beach chairs
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maranda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Restaurant in the hotel was 5 star as well
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geno

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

tori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
it was a great atmosphere over all. I found it odd to have to pay for parking.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The only thing to consider here is parking is $21 dollars. But it’s got beautiful ocean views being the taller of most hotels in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

James Brandon

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Rooms need updating, the people were really nice and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Halil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is clean and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Pam

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Liked that it easy beach access
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful beach with easy access. Our room was fine with a great view of the beach/ocean. I recommend staying here if in the Morehead City area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was nice and clean. We had a wonderful view of the beach/ocean from our room. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

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