Atlantic Beach, NC

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Where to stay in Atlantic Beach

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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 ₩181,850 per night from Mar 20 to Mar 21
₩181,850
₩205,036 total
Mar 20 - Mar 21
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this 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! (1,541 reviews)
Second time we have been in the last three weeks!! Amazing place, amazing staff and all around amazing atmosphere!! Can't get any better!! Thanks again and see you real soon!!

Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026

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 ₩156,074 per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
₩156,074
₩175,973 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
The indoor pool was cold but hot tub was great These people are so nice here that is why we come back again and again.

Reviewed on Mar 7, 2026

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
Book a stay at this 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! (1,323 reviews)
The pool, bar and restaurant were closed. Told it was seasonal We were there 3/5-3/8

Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026

Hotel Alice At Atlantic Beach
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.
Atlantic Beach Resort

Atlantic Beach Resort

3 out of 5
715 W. Fort Macon Rd. Atlantic Beach NC
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Atlantic Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,270 reviews)
The Hot Tub was broken - no plan to repair it - one of the main reasons we booked this in the winter season.

Reviewed on Jan 10, 2026

Atlantic Beach Resort
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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Reviews of Atlantic Beach

4.3
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
53
5 - Excellent 41%
4 - Good
68
4 - Good 52%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 6%
2 - Disappointing
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1 - Terrible
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

The area is a bit congested and dated, but the beach is beautiful and the amenities are all right there! Much was closed due to the pandemic, but we'll go back to see more.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Went to amos mosquito to eat, that was pleasant.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

October is a great time to go! Tourists are gone, locals are nice, and it's easy to get around town. Peaceful getaway. Will be going back.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Not the huge mass of people we have encountered at the Outer Banks.....fabulous! Very low key.

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveler

Would not stay here again

4/5 - Good

Tom

Enjoy the beach and finding great shells

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