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Pony Island Inn

2.5 star property
Coastal charm awaits at Pony Island Inn where guests can pedal around the island on rental bikes, then cool off at the seasonal outdoor pool with sun loungers

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Just a short distance from Ocracoke Beach, this welcoming inn provides WiFi and a seasonal outdoor pool perfect for afternoon relaxation. Visitors appreciate the attentive staff and convenient bike rentals that make exploring the nearby nature reserve easy and enjoyable.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$149
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan

Room options

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Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ground Floor

Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ground Floor

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Signature Room, 2 Double Beds, Ground Floor

Signature Room, 2 Double Beds, Ground Floor

Signature Room, 2 Double Beds, Ground Floor

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Signature Room, Multiple Beds, Courtyard Area

Signature Room, Multiple Beds, Courtyard Area

Signature Room, Multiple Beds, Courtyard Area

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Signature Room, 2 Double Beds, Pool View, Poolside

Signature Room, 2 Double Beds, Pool View, Poolside

Signature Room, 2 Double Beds, Pool View, Poolside

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Queen Suite with Pool View

Queen Suite with Pool View

Queen Suite with Pool View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View, Poolside

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View, Poolside

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View, Poolside

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Superior Suite, Balcony, Pool View

Superior Suite, Balcony, Pool View

Superior Suite, Balcony, Pool View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed, Pool View, Poolside

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed, Pool View, Poolside

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed, Pool View, Poolside

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, Pool View

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, Pool View

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, Pool View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Queen Suite with Pool View

Queen Suite with Pool View

Queen Suite with Pool View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Executive Suite, Pool View

Executive Suite, Pool View

Executive Suite, Pool View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Pillow-top bed
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
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About the area

Located in Ocracoke, Pony Island Inn is in the historical district. Ocracoke Lighthouse and British Cemetery are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Springer's Point Preserve and Ocracoke Beach. Don't miss out on a visit to Ocracoke Pony Pens. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as swimming.
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Map
785 Irvin Garrish Hwy, Ocracoke, NC, 27960

What's nearby

  • Ocracoke Lighthouse - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Ocracoke Island Visitor Center - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Springer's Point Preserve - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • British Cemetery - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Ocracoke Beach - 3 min drive - 2.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Howard's Pub & Raw Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪SMacNally's Bar & Grill - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Ocracoke Oyster Company - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪1718 Brewing - Ocracoke - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Ocracoke Coffee Co. - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Pony Island Inn

Motel near Ocracoke Beach
Located close to Ocracoke Lighthouse and British Cemetery, Pony Island Inn has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Bike hire, a fish cleaning table and barbecues
  • A vending machine and a nature reserve
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guest rooms at Pony Island Inn include thoughtful touches, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • 2 bathrooms with Jetted bath and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In a nature reserve
  • Picnic area
  • 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.
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day:
  • Front desk
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 25 years old.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The seasonal pool will be open from 17 May to 01 October
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Pony Island Motel
Pony Island Inn Motel
Pony Island Inn Ocracoke
Pony Island Inn Motel Ocracoke

Frequently asked questions

Does Pony Island Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM. The swimming pool is closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

How much does it cost to stay at Pony Island Inn?

As of 15 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pony Island Inn on 20 Jan 2026 start from AU$149.31, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Pony Island Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Pony Island Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Pony Island Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Pony Island Inn?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Pony Island Inn located?

Situated in the historical district, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Ocracoke Lighthouse, British Cemetery and Springer's Point Preserve. Ocracoke Preservation Museum and Ocracoke Beach are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Pony Island Inn Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 350 out of 456 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 77 out of 456 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 456 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 456 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 456 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is helpful, kind and pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We felt very safe in the area. The room was spacious. The hotel was located conveniently
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not a fancy or new place, but well maintained, updated, comfortable and a very helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel with clean rooms and easy access to ferry
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

LEONARD S

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff. Affordable bike rental. Walkable to lots of food and fun.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, very clean and close to the village and a pool!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love how close it was to town and that we were even able to park before checking in so we could pick up our golf cart great staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The pool was a nice bonus.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was very clean and all the staff we encountered were very nice. The people above us had a dog that barked a lot and woke us up early and often . We would definitely stay again but would ask to change roooms next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older(like most) beach style hotel that is well kept, clean and convenient. Golf cart rental right next door with several dining options and grocery across the street. Staff was very friendly and had great recommendations.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property and nice people! I would definitely come back and stay again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and well kept. Great grounds. Perfect location!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ocracoke get away

Our room was clean and tidy. Beds were comfortable with lots of pillows. We loved the space with the fridge, microwave and table and chairs. The pool was nice. I would stay again! Check in and check out was great with alot of good area info given by the staff when checking in.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jessica

The room was large and had a surprising dining table. But the AC didn’t work. We had to open all the windows and blinds to get a breeze. Enjoyed the room as a whole but we slept very little since it was almost 90 during the day and 80 at night. The pool was nice and not crowded.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
You can walk to so many things on the island from there.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean, comfortable and friendly staff

Clean an comfortable hotel. Friendly and attentive front desk. Walking distance to restaurants , marina and other attractions. Bike and golf cart rental next door.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Paying extra for poolside was a scam. It was advertised as 1st floor, but it isn't. There are no poolside units. It was an average unit, with a horrible musty odor. The staff were polite and helpful to the area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Property is very clean and well kept. The rooms are some of the cleanest I have experienced. The staff is very nice and courteous. We were there on a busy weekend and they still took the time to make us feel welcome. Thank you for providing a great, safe place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would ask for top floor next time, as there was a herd of buffalo stomping ants above us until the wee hours. Would definitely upgrade the beds, not very comfortable. Pool was very nice and location very convenient to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were able to walk everywhere and the staff was friendly. What I didn’t like is the people across from us staring us down.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location, clean, walkable, great experience! Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and courteous staff and clean and comfortable room. Great value and overall a pleasant experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property, extremely clean and well maintained. Staff is super nice, location is ideal, we will be back!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Betha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The welcome desk was exceptional and the small touches of comfort make you smile.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024