See all properties

Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel

3.0 star property
On beach with outdoor pool, near North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel

Pool views, open daily
Lobby
Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View | In-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Pool views, open daily
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

View in a map
511 Salter Path Rd, Atlantic Beach, NC, 28512
  • Place, Emerald Isle Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Fort Macon State Park
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)
    ‪65 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | In-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(133 reviews)
  • 324 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View | In-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(176 reviews)
  • 324 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Ocean View

In-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Atlantic Beach

Located 2 mi (3.2 km) from North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores, Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel is within a 10-minute drive of other popular attractions like Country Club of the Crystal Coast. This 3-star hotel has 102 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Emerald Isle Beach - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores - 4 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Country Club of the Crystal Coast - 5 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Triple S Marina - 13 min drive - 10.2 miles
  • Fort Macon State Park - 13 min drive - 10.6 miles

Getting around

  • Havelock Station - 36 min drive
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kabuto Japanese Steak House - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Luigi's Pizza - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Kountry Kitchen - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪No Name Pizza - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Plaza Mexico Bar & Grill - ‬19 min drive

About this property

Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel

On beach with outdoor pool, near North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores
Guests staying at Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel enjoy an outdoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. Self parking is available for USD 19.99 per day. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a hot tub, an ATM, and a banquet hall.
32-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include balconies, refrigerators, and microwaves. Housekeeping is available on request.
An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

Similar properties

Terrace/patio
Hotel Alice At Atlantic Beach
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 1,306 reviews
$84 nightly
The price is $94
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Alice At Atlantic Beach

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 19.99 per day)
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Rising Tide
  • Tiki Bar

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor furniture
  • 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.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Dogs only
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 16 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Self parking fee: USD 19.99 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, 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
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).
Property Registration Number 2511053

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 and debit 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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Clam Digger Inn Pine Knoll Shores
Clam Digger Pine Knoll Shores
Clam Digger
Clam Digger Hotel Atlantic Beach
Clamdigger Inn
Inn Pine Knoll Shores
Crystal Coast Oceanfront
The Inn At Pine Knoll Shores
Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel Hotel
Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel Pine Knoll Shores
Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel Hotel Pine Knoll Shores

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel?

Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel provides free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel?

As of Dec 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel on Jan 1, 2026 start from $71.4, excluding 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.

What can I see around Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel?

This hotel is located in Atlantic Beach, close to North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores, Country Club of the Crystal Coast, and Beach Wheels Bike Rental. You'll also find Emerald Isle Beach and Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel?

Yes, parking is offered for USD 19.99 per day. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel have a casino?

No, Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Guests have pool access between 9:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel?

This beachfront hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including a beach bar, an outdoor pool, and a poolside restaurant.

Does Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel have a hot tub?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel for a fee of USD 75 per pet, per stay.

Are there connecting rooms at Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel?

The closest major airport to Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel is New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional), which is about 28.8 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel?

Yes, every guestroom at Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel comes with a balcony with some featuring ocean views.

Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 829 out of 1506 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 406 out of 1506 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 157 out of 1506 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 71 out of 1506 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 1506 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay! It was a quick 3 night get away for us and this was the perfect Hotel for us. We loved the convenient Beach access with chairs and towels provided. The tiki bar was nice with music in the evening. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Charlotte

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We especially appreciated the property manager, who went out of her way to compensate us for a mishap. She genuinely impressed us. Thank YOU
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Debra

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

September Review

Room was clean. Downfalls 1. Shower curtain attacks you while you shower. 2. Mattresses is starting to need replaced, getting worn down & you can fell the space where everyone sleeps. Staff was nice & friendly. Management needs a lot of help. At the end of our stay, last day there was a wedding, the wedding party had people coming to the ceremony who were NOT paying guests & if the paying guest went out that night they had NO PLACE TO PARK when they returned. This was after the paying guests paid for parking. Went to the office & was told to park across the street in the dark & check back every so often for a parking place. I feel they needed more than one person in the office that evening & the unpaying guest should have been told to park across the street & leave the parking places for their paying guest, who had paid for parking for their stay. To me that was a very bad part on the management. Your paying guest were not taken into account only the wedding party. I was compensated for this encounter, but in the future management needs to think of the whole picture. Make sure there wedding party is taken care of & there paying guest are taken care of.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Great location- family and dog friendly

The location is great- just plan on driving if you want anything other than the one dining room they have. A wedding was in there during our stay but the pool bar has a very good menu. $20/day to self park is a little steep to me.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Alisha

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Aimee Kathryn

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The receptionist, Stephanie threatened to “call the law” on me in front of my two small children for having our dinner at the pool. We were unaware of the ridiculous rule that you can only eat the food that is served at the restaurant on the hotel premise unless you are secluded to your room or have to eat on the sandy beach. We had already ordered our dinner and we’re ready to eat at the pool And ask Stephanie for a little leniency with this especially considering I have two small children and she threatened to call the police on us in front of my kids. We were not bothering anyone or causing a scene. Bill the restaurant owner and the maker of this ridiculous rule came out and immediately gave me an attitude and had the guts to say they pride themselves on customer service…what a joke. Also, they started charging $20 to park in their parking lot. This is not normal considering we are not in the city where parking is limited. It’s very disappointing since I have visited this hotel several times and this has never been a rule and why I continued to go to this hotel because of the good experiences that I’ve had in the past. Needless to say, I will never return and I will tell everybody not to stay here Some food for thought for the hotel owner. You expect people who are staying several nights at your hotel to only eat was on the restaurant menu? I am hoping to hear from the manager to talk about this and will be happy to change this review If we can come to some sort of resolut
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Connie

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Very short walk to the beach & chairs provided were comfortable. Lovely stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Michelle

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property could be something if the owners really invested in it. It is in a good location and very convenient with an access to the beach with chairs available for guests to use. They had a pool and hot tub, as well as a bar outside. I liked the outside eating option. The downside: it was extremely over-priced for what we got. Our room was dirty. Literally had toenails on the floor still from the previous guest. The shower was dated and frankly horrible. The ceiling in there was falling apart and there was what looked like drops of blood on the walls in the room and near the ceiling in the bathroom. The shower clearly had the orange bacteria around the drain from not being cleaned well. The balcony was also just frankly dirty and kind of dingy. Both the room and balcony need repainted. Another incredibly annoying thing was that they hosted a wedding so the kitchen was not available to guests at all. I was really looking forward to using this amenity as we were exhausted from traveling & this trip was for my birthday. We ordered from the tiki bar and luckily that was really good. I was really looking forward to ordering breakfast there in the morning because the menu looked great but they only offered a ridiculously over-priced “breakfast buffet” that was $20 per person. This is insane - what they were offering was no different than any other hotel. They nickel and dime you here. $20 something for parking in a very basic parking lot with no ballet. Wouldn’t recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Tiffany

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice room but very small bathroom.Views were wonderful,staff very friendly.Hidden parking fee upon arriving was disappointing!But nice overall.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Betty

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were not happy about having to pay an extra $20. for each night of stay. That added an extra $80. We booked through Expedia, which says “All taxes and fees included. We were told even employees had to pay to park. We spent one night in the first room on a mattress with a huge debit in it. We were offered another room which was some better . Pool was filthy and had algae and hot tub jets weren’t working, full of sand. Overall hotel was not a good experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we liked the balcony overlooking the ocean and the beautiful beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was friendly and I loved that I could bring my dog
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Floyd

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Always the Ocean view and large capacity refrigerator
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Did not like the restaurant. Food was not good.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Pam

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jessica

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Jesse

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Booked through Expedia and didn't see anything about a "parking fee" which is over $20 per night! There's no alternative parking, so I was forced to pay. The hotel felt pretty old and needed updates. The bed was about as bad as the reviews pointed out. Didn't eat at the restaurant, but it was always crowded. Bar/pool were cool. Gym was just a treadmill and some dumbbells. The location and beach front rooms are the clear selling point and make up for outdated rooms, tvs, decor, bathrooms. Balcony view was incredible though. Room cards don't work well. Had to get both keys switched out.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Halil

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is clean and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hedda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really great place to get away from the hustle
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

Hotels