The Beacon

Beach motel in Salter Path with free parking

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October 2025

November 2025

Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms - Not Pet Friendly | Living area | TV

Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms - Not Pet Friendly | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker

Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms - Not Pet Friendly | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Good

Popular amenities

Pet friendly
Housekeeping
Parking included
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

Explore the area

1305 Salter Path Rd, Salter Path, NC, 28575

Place, Beach Wheels Bike Rental
‪2 min walk‬
Place, North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores
‪10 min drive‬
Place, Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier
‪17 min drive‬
Airport, New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)
‪71 min drive‬

Room options

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Wonderful

299 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Economy Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Excellent

388 sq ft
Sleeps 5
2 Queen Beds

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen

Wonderful

300 sq ft
Sleeps 5
2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms - Not Pet Friendly

2 bedrooms
Sleeps 6
1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchen

Exceptional

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Salter Path

The Beacon places you next to Emerald Isle Beach and within a 5-minute walk of Beach Wheels Bike Rental. Each of the 23 rooms at this motel includes a balcony, a refrigerator, and a microwave.

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What's nearby

Beach Wheels Bike Rental - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
3rd Street Park - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores - 10 min drive - 5.6 miles
Emerald Isle Adventures - 16 min drive - 9.7 miles
Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier - 17 min drive - 9.7 miles

Getting around

Havelock Station - 40 min drive
New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

‪Frank's Pizza and Subs - ‬30 min drive
‪Kabuto Japanese Steak House - ‬22 min drive
‪Kountry Kitchen - ‬23 min drive
‪Morehead Burger Co. - ‬22 min drive
‪The Crab Shack - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Beacon

Beach motel in Salter Path with free parking

Guests staying at The Beacon have access to a terrace, a picnic area, and a garden. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. Helpful staff is there to provide front-desk service during limited hours, as well as offer insight about the area.

TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Balconies or patios, refrigerators, and microwaves are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Pool
Pet friendly
Parking included
Free WiFi

$86 nightly

Nov 2 - Nov 3

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

Free self parking on site

Family friendly

In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

Beach umbrellas
Direct access to the beach
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Terrace

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No elevator
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

2 floors
Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

Hair dryer (on request)
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided

Entertainment

TV with cable channels

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Refrigerator

Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out subject to availability

Late check-out fee: USD 20

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

This property welcomes pets for USD 25.00 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 150 per stay
Dogs only
2 total (40 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
Certain rooms only
Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

Service fee: USD 15 per accommodation, per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

Pet deposit: USD 150 per stay
Pet fee: USD 25.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
Late check-out fee: USD 20 (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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; cash is not accepted

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Check-in: 4:00 PM—-anytime
Check-out: 11 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

There are no elevators.
No cribs or infant beds are available.
No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Oak Grove Motel

Salter Path Inn

The Beacon Motel

The Beacon Salter Path

The Beacon Motel Salter Path

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Beacon?

The Beacon provides free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do around The Beacon?

Guests enjoy the motel's walkable location in Salter Path based on their ratings, and it's steps from Emerald Isle Beach and Beach Wheels Bike Rental. You'll also find North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores and Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway within a short drive.

Is there parking available at The Beacon?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does The Beacon feature a casino at the property?

No, The Beacon doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Beacon?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Are there hot tubs at The Beacon?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does The Beacon have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, The Beacon doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will The Beacon allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at The Beacon for a fee of USD 25.00 per pet, per night. A deposit of USD 150 per stay is collected.

Are there connecting rooms at The Beacon?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

How close is the airport from The Beacon?

The closest major airport to The Beacon is New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional), which is about 28.2 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Beacon?

Yes, every guestroom at The Beacon comes with a balcony.

The Beacon Reviews

7.6

Good

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

2/10 Terrible

Eduardo

Traveled with family

Jul 5, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Canceled our room an hour after check in because the “AC” wasn’t working in the room I booked after calling them at 3 to see if I could do early check in. So I guess they didn’t know and hour or so before that the AC wasn’t working. Said they were going to help us find somewhere else to stay and said “do you hear the wind, I’m driving. I in fact heard no wind. Then they proceeded to block my phone number. Worst customer service I have ever received. Will never consider staying here and will never recommend this place to anyone.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kiersten

Jul 5, 2025

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

We did not get to stay as they did not have a room for us and called the morning we started traveling to tell us. The person on the phone was very rude and unhelpful.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Morgan

Jul 2, 2025

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Jun 30, 2025

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHRIS

Traveled with family

Jun 26, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Older property but remodeled interior. We were specifically looking for the retro vibe and this property fit the bill. Short boardwalk to the uncrowded beach which was great as well.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David, Kearney

Traveled with partner

Jun 26, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The Beacon hotel is, for the buck, the best hotel on the beach. Clean, easy access to a beautiful beach. Check in was quick, Manager, Mrs. Christina, is very friendly and knows the area well. We will return.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Bonnie

Jun 25, 2025

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

Great location for price!

We stayed at the Beacon Hotel in Salter Path and had a great experience overall. Christina, our main point of contact, was incredibly friendly and helpful from start to finish, which really set the tone for a relaxing stay. The price was very reasonable considering the location, just a short walk (about 400 feet) to the beach. That said, be aware that the stairs down to the beach are pretty steep, so it might be a bit tricky if you’re carrying a lot of gear or have mobility concerns. Our double queen room was the perfect size for two people. I could see it working for two adults and maybe two small kids, but I wouldn’t recommend it for a larger group. The room stayed wonderfully cool thanks to a quiet and efficient AC, which was much appreciated during the heat wave this part of the country was experiencing during our trip. It was clean, comfortable, and had just about everything we needed. A couple small improvements like more outlets between the beds, blackout curtains, and maybe a desk or vanity in the little nook near the bathroom would’ve made it even better. One thing to note is that sound travels easily through the walls, so you’ll likely hear folks walking by or chatting outside. It didn’t ruin our stay, but it’s something to be aware of. Outside, the hotel really shines. There’s a patio area with a shower to rinse off after the beach, plus an outdoor lounge area with games, beach toys, umbrellas, even an outdoor kitchen setup. They also offer two bikes.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Marie

Traveled with family

Jun 24, 2025

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

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Traveled with family

Jun 24, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities

Hotel staff super friendly. Great set up with games and grill for everyone. Loved the complimentary beach chairs, bikes and umbrellas. Having its own lit private walkway to the beach was a plus. Great location just 12 min from restaurants and stores. Will definitely go back!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Latrisha, Sheridan

Traveled with pets

Jun 23, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Excellent location. Property owner/manager was fantastic and so welcoming! Would stay here again. Private boardwalk to the beach, free guest bikes, sitting areas, recreation/picnic/bb

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Dana

Business traveler

Jun 22, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Not bad. It's walking distance to the beach. The property is renovating a few rooms at a time. My room had not been updated yet but it was comfortable. The location is good. No complaints

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rita

Traveled with family and small children

Jun 21, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The staff was great and friendly. Anything we needed, it was supplied - from sunscreen to extra towels. Very quiet & private.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Traveled with family

Jun 20, 2025

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

Very friendly management, great pricing, clean and well kept.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valeria

Traveled with family

Jun 20, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The owner was extremely sweet and made our stay as convenient and comfortable as possible ! Book through her and not a third party to get the best deals ! Private beach access was everything ! it wasnt crowded ! Besst time honestly ! Will be back again !

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Sherril

Jun 19, 2025

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Todd

Jun 19, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Room was decent. Kitchenette sparsely supplied.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Patricia

Jun 16, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Daryl

Traveled with partner

Jun 11, 2025

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities

The room smelt moldy the people were completely unprofessional. I would not recommend this place to anyone.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle

Jun 10, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Christina was so personable and kind, and warm! She made sure i was taken care of! As a woman travelling alone, i would reccomend the beacon. It had a family atmosphere and its a cozy, quiet spot. It was safe, clean and lovely. I loved the decor of my room! Only possible improvement would be a microwave. The location offers a boardwalk on property tbat leads difectly to the ocean!! Its a lovely place with lovely people. And the beach is quiet and uncrowded!! Will be staying here again for my beach vacations. Loved it! Thank you so much for making my stay comfortable, kind and relaxing!!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Melanie M

May 28, 2025

Disliked: Amenities

Great location, not

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family

May 27, 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Lizbeth I.

May 26, 2025

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shea

Traveled with family

May 23, 2025

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

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ernest

Traveled with family

May 19, 2025

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

Salter Path's best kept secret

This a great privately owned motel. Well maintained and great amenities. Big rooms.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandi

Traveled with family

May 18, 2025

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

Birthday getaway

We brought our daughter down for the weekend for her birthday. We have stayed here in past and now the rooms and been updated and so pretty. I loved sitting out back in the sitting area/kitchen. The staff was nothing short of amazing. We loved every second of our trip and we will be going back.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025