Emerald Isle Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Emerald Isle
Photo by Savannah Fersner
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Where to stay in Emerald Isle

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The Point

While The Point may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Emerald Isle Woods Park and Salty Pirate Water Park.

The Point
Islander Hotel & Resort

Islander Hotel & Resort

3 out of 5
102 Islander Drive, Emerald Isle, NC
The price is AU$257 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$257
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Emerald Isle. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Great place with perfect location on beach- has a great walk way to the beach!! Most comfortable beds we ever slept on. Diffently will stay here again"

Reviewed on 14 Aug. 2025

Islander Hotel & Resort
Lighthouse Suites - Best Western Signature Collection

Lighthouse Suites - Best Western Signature Collection

2.5 out of 5
216 Islander Drive, Emerald Isle NC, Emerald Isle, NC
The price is AU$268 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$268
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Emerald Isle. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (279 reviews)
"Very clean and the staff was super nice and helpful."

Reviewed on 16 Aug. 2025

Lighthouse Suites - Best Western Signature Collection
Oceanview Inn

Oceanview Inn

2 out of 5
122 Fairview Drive, Emerald Isle, NC
The price is AU$222 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
AU$222
4 Sept - 5 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Emerald Isle. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (468 reviews)
"Nice and clean. Took seconds to walk to the beach. Friendly staff."

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025

Oceanview Inn
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Ocean Views, Private Pool, sleeps 15, easy beach access, dog friendly

Ocean Views, Private Pool, sleeps 15, easy beach access, dog friendly

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Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Emerald Isle. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a water park. Popular attractions Emerald Isle Beach and ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (110 reviews)
"We’ve returned to this property 4 years running and couldn’t be happier with it. Well maintained, a great location, and privately owned - what more could you ask for?"

Reviewed on 27 Jul. 2025

Ocean Views, Private Pool, sleeps 15, easy beach access, dog friendly
The Sandlot- OCEANFRONT House w/ Pool & Hot Tub, Amazing views. Beach access.

The Sandlot- OCEANFRONT House w/ Pool & Hot Tub, Amazing views. Beach access.

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Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Emerald Isle. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (53 reviews)
Family experience!
"We were able to spend an amazing week with my children and grandchildren. Weather was beautiful, spent everyday at the beech and the pool. Laughs, good food, great views, wonderful home and Awsome experience. Highly recommend and we will look to stay at this home ago. Thank you"

Reviewed on 1 Jul. 2025

The Sandlot- OCEANFRONT House w/ Pool & Hot Tub, Amazing views. Beach access.
Spectacular Direct Oceanfront 2BR Condo in Emerald Isle NC Ocean Reef 7B1

Spectacular Direct Oceanfront 2BR Condo in Emerald Isle NC Ocean Reef 7B1

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Book a stay at this beach condo in Emerald Isle. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Flatwaters Paddling and 3rd Street Park ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (194 reviews)
Vacation
"Very nice property, have enjoyed our stay in this same condo for three years now!"

Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025

Spectacular Direct Oceanfront 2BR Condo in Emerald Isle NC Ocean Reef 7B1
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Popular places to visit

Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier

Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier

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

Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier

Emerald Isle Adventures

Take the family on an outing to Emerald Isle Adventures during your trip to Emerald Isle. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Emerald Isle Adventures

Salty Pirate Water Park

Have a fun-filled day with the family at Salty Pirate Water Park as part of your trip to Emerald Isle. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Salty Pirate Water Park

Emerald Isle Woods Park

Explore the great outdoors at Emerald Isle Woods Park, a lovely green space in Emerald Isle. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

Emerald Isle Woods Park

Emerald Plantation

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Emerald Plantation during your visit to Emerald Isle. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Emerald Plantation

The Sweet Spot

Take the family on an outing to The Sweet Spot during your trip to Emerald Isle. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

The Sweet Spot

Activities

Sand dollars, the darker ones are alive and we typically don’t keep them.... Just the whiter colored ones which aren’t living.

Private Island Eco Tours on a Private Boat from Shackleford Banks

AU$919
per traveller
Private Island Eco Tours on a Private Boat from Shackleford Banks
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