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Set in Oak Island, 500 metres from Long Beach, Anchor Inn Motel features views of the pool. There is a seasonal outdoor pool and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.

All guest rooms at the hotel come with a seating area and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The units at Anchor Inn Motel feature air conditioning and a desk. The rooms are clean and nicely decorated. Loved eating breakfast at The Break across the street. Walking distance to other conveniences. Wouldn’t change anything.

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9.1
Superb
104 reviews
Price from
US$141.74
per night

Located in Corolla, 600 metres from Currituck Beach, Wild Horse Inn provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar and free WiFi is available. Very spacious, clean and tastefully furnished rooms. Family-run and very personal. Amazing location. Historic centre, restaurants, beach, wild horse tours all in walking distance. Cozy bar and restaurant at the Inn.

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9.6
Exceptional
123 reviews
Price from
US$213.49
per night

Featuring 3-star accommodation, Loggerhead Inn and Suites is set in Surf City, 200 metres from Surf City Beach and 45 km from Arlie Gardens. The motel has an outdoor swimming pool and free WiFi throughout the property. The close beach access right across the street.

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9.2
Superb
172 reviews
Price from
US$84.18
per night

Located in Southport, 46 km from USS North Carolina, River Hotel of Southport provides accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking and a private beach area. Located around 49 km from Thalian Hall, the hotel with free WiFi is also 50 km away from Bellamy Mansion Museum Of History And Design Arts. Certain rooms at the property include a balcony with a river view. Serene setting with a beautiful beach and pool. Quiet and comfortable rooms w. Just enough space to live comfortably w. full-size fridge, d.w., etc. The small private balcony provided great views of the river.

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9.2
Superb
666 reviews
Price from
US$109
per night

Located in Buxton, 1.4 km from Cape Point, Swell Motel provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking and a seasonal outdoor swimming pool. This 2-star hotel offers free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 1.9 km from Old Lighthouse Beach. Lovely staff. Immaculate room. Great facilities (including free bike and kayak rental)

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9
Superb
184 reviews

Located in Nags Head, a few steps from Nags Head Beach, Surf Side Hotel provides accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. With free WiFi, this 2-star hotel offers a business centre. The hotel features an indoor pool, hot tub and a 24-hour front desk. Wonderful breakfast and friendly accommodating staff!

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9
Superb
965 reviews
Price from
US$89
per night

Grafton Lodge in Lake Lure provides adults-only accommodation with a garden and barbecue facilities. Private parking is available on site at this recently renovated property. On clear days, guests can head outside to enjoy the bed and breakfast's outdoor fireplace or simply kick back and relax.

Lake Lure Beach is 1.1 km from Grafton Lodge. Asheville Regional Airport is 44 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Location was perfect for what we needed Room was very clean and comfortable Excellent three days

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9.7
Exceptional
113 reviews
Price from
US$109
per night

Set in Wrightsville Beach, within 100 metres of Wrightsville Beach and 22 km of USS North Carolina, Sandpeddler Inn and Suites offers accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is around 17 km from Bellamy Mansion Museum Of History And Design Arts, 18 km from Thalian Hall and 32 km from Carolina Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park. The property is non-smoking and is situated 6.7 km from Arlie Gardens. convenient location within walking distance to beach, pier, coffee shop and restaurants!

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9.2
Superb
130 reviews
Price from
US$103
per night

Offering an outdoor pool and free Wi-Fi, this Sneads Ferry, North Carolina hotel is 4 minutes’ drive from North Topsail Beach Park. The property provides free parking.

North Shore Country Club is 1.7 km from the property. Topsail Island is 5 minutes’ drive from the Topsail Shores Inn, and Alligator Bay is 8.2 km from the hotel. USMC Base Camp Lejeune is 14.8 km from the property. The rooms were very clean and the staff was friendly. Great location!

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9.1
Superb
526 reviews
Price from
US$130.63
per night

Situated a few steps from Kill Devil Hills Beach, TownePlace Suites by Marriott Outer Banks Kill Devil Hills offers 3-star accommodation in Kill Devil Hills and has a fitness centre, a shared lounge and a terrace. The hotel features an indoor pool and a 24-hour front desk. Location and price. Also, staff was very friendly. Breakfast was also a plus. Not serving the same thing each morning.

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9
Superb
370 reviews
Price from
US$88
per night

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