Crystal Coast, NC

Travel 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

The Point might not have many top sights, but Emerald Isle Woods Park and Salty Pirate Water Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

The Point
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Island Quay

While Island Quay might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Triple S Marina and Anchorage Marina.

Island Quay
Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel

Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel

3 out of 5
511 Salter Path Rd, Atlantic Beach, NC
The price is ₩148,737 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
₩148,737
₩167,708 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Atlantic Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,404 reviews)
"Internet was very slow, beds were very comfortable. Only negatives I can say is there is not many options available near by for food. The hotel does offer food but during our stay breakfast was only buffet w 6 options available, they do have lunch and dinner options but w a picky kid we needed more ..."

Reviewed on Aug 7, 2025

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 ₩188,276 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
₩188,276
₩212,282 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Atlantic Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Had fun"

Reviewed on Aug 5, 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Atlantic Beach Oceanfront
Hotel Alice At Atlantic Beach

Hotel Alice At Atlantic Beach

3 out of 5
118 Salter Path Road, Pine Knoll Shores, NC
The price is ₩123,739 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
₩123,739
₩183,832 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star golf hotel in Atlantic Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,198 reviews)
"Check in was really slow. There was a long line waiting to be checked in and only one person working the desk trying to handle the line and people coming down with questions about their room. He was however professional and doing the best he could."

Reviewed on Aug 11, 2025

Hotel Alice At Atlantic Beach
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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 WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,224 reviews)
"Close to everything in Atlantic Beach."

Reviewed on Aug 9, 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
Book a stay at this family-friendly apartment in Atlantic Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Triple S Marina and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (225 reviews)
"Activities planned throughout the week"

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2025

A Place at the Beach
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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.

Popular places to visit

A view from the top of Fort Macon, NC

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
Great pier in Emerald Isle

Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier

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

Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier
Salt Marsh

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 travels in 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 with a stop at Cape Lookout Lighthouse. Wander the beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

Cape Lookout Lighthouse
Wild corollas on Rachel Carson Reserve in Beaufort, NC. There are approximately 40-50 wild horses living on the island. In the foreground you can see mussels sticking out of the water. We canoed around until the water became too shallow and we had to turn around.

Rachel Carson Reserve

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

Rachel Carson Reserve
Fascinating exhibits on fishing, boats, whaling, and pirates.

North Carolina Maritime Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

North Carolina Maritime Museum

Cities near Crystal Coast

Emerald Isle

Emerald Isle

Morehead City showing a lighthouse, general coastal views and tranquil scenes

Morehead City