Pine Knoll Shores

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Salt Marsh
Salt Marsh
Despite the Autumn drizzle, the Bogue Sound Marsh was alive with life. Egrets and Osprey were seen at the Lookouts.
Discover trees and wildlife on this short 1/2 mile woody trail along the Bogue Sound Marsh on this Atlantic Barrier Island.
Enjoy a few hours at the NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores and discover fresh and salt water fish in this small and intimate site. "Jelly Fish Under Light". 39 miles from New Bern on the Barrier Islands. Take the Morehead City Causeway to Atlantic Beach, turn right and follow Rt. 58 to Pine Knoll Shores,
Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel

Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel

3 out of 5
511 Salter Path Rd Atlantic Beach NC
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! (1,529 reviews)
Loved every minute of this trip. Thank you to all staff and bartenders and waitresses. Definitely coming back again. Rooms are super clean and the ocean view is breathtaking.

Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026

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Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel
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! (1,316 reviews)
My favorite hotel allowing pets is a huge plus. Quiet and easy access to the beach

Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026

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Hotel Alice At Atlantic Beach
Islander Hotel & Resort

Islander Hotel & Resort

3 out of 5
102 Islander Drive Emerald Isle NC
The price is P5,182 per night from Feb 24 to Feb 25
P5,182
P6,170 total
Feb 24 - Feb 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 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 reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Clean room and friendly staff - great access to the beach!

Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026

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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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (287 reviews)
Nice area and amenities, all with beachfront access.

Reviewed on Jan 24, 2026

A Place at the Beach
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
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,270 reviews)
This is our 2nd. Time here wonderful just steps from the beach ⛱️ rooms were very clean 👍 and as for the kitchen has everything you need to cook. Just bring the food 😊 can't wait to make plans for next year. I give it ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Reviewed on Dec 31, 2025

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Popular places to visit

Birdwatching and wildflowers adorn the dunes.

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
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
Pier speedboat. A marina lot. This is usually the most popular tourist attractions on the beach.Yacht and sailboat is moored at the quay.Aerial view by drone.Top view.

Anchorage Marina

Explore the waterfront in Atlantic Beach with a trip to Anchorage Marina. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Anchorage Marina
The Prairie Grasslands of Theodore Roosevelt National Park in North Dakota

Theodore Roosevelt Natural Area

Explore the great outdoors at Theodore Roosevelt Natural Area, a lovely green space in Pine Knoll Shores. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Theodore Roosevelt Natural Area
Woman standing on boardwalk in marsh

Hoop Pole Creek Nature Trail

You can take time to visit Hoop Pole Creek Nature Trail during your travels to Atlantic Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Hoop Pole Creek Nature Trail

Triple S Marina

Explore the waterfront in Atlantic Beach with a trip to Triple S Marina. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Triple S Marina

Things to do

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

P34,817
per traveler
Private Island Eco Tours on a Private Boat from Shackleford Banks
Carrot Island Wild Ponies

8 Hours Private Crystal Coast Sightseeing in North Carolina

P15,958
per traveler
8 Hours Private Crystal Coast Sightseeing in North Carolina
The Beaufort Pirate Invasion

Exploration of Majestic Crystal Coast

P15,958
per traveler
Exploration of Majestic Crystal Coast
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