Corolla, NC

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Corolla
Corolla
Corolla
Corolla
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Where to stay in Corolla

The beautiful Corolla beach

Whalehead Beach

5/5(1 area review)

While visiting Whalehead Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Currituck Beach and Corolla Beach.

Whalehead Beach
Walking the beach of Corolla.

Ocean Sands

4/5(1 area review)

Ocean Sands might not have many top sights, but Corolla Raceway and Corolla Adventure Golf and Bumper Cars are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Ocean Sands
Sunset

Corolla Light

4.5/5(31 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Corolla Light, Whale Head Bay and Whalehead are top sights worth seeing.

Corolla Light
Another beautiful day in the Outer Banks. This is the fourth lighthouse on our visit.

Corolla Village

While visiting Corolla Village, you might make a stop by sights like Currituck Beach Lighthouse and Currituck Beach.

Corolla Village
Beautiful waves of corolla beach #BVSBlue

Pine Island

4.5/5(41 area reviews)

While visiting Pine Island, you might make a stop by sights like Corolla Beach and Currituck Banks.

Pine Island
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Buck Island

While Buck Island isn't home to many top sights, Corolla Adventure Golf and Bumper Cars and Corolla Raceway are some notable places to visit nearby.

Buck Island
Hampton Inn & Suites Outer Banks/ Corolla

Hampton Inn & Suites Outer Banks/ Corolla

2.5 out of 5
333 Audubon Dr, Corolla, NC
$128 nightly
The price is $144 total per night from Oct 19 to Oct 20
$144 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Corolla. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Very pet friendly! It was easy to check in with my dog and there were signs around the hotel about it being pet friendly."

Reviewed on Sep 30, 2025

Hampton Inn & Suites Outer Banks/ Corolla
The Inn At Corolla Light

The Inn At Corolla Light

2.5 out of 5
1066 Ocean Trail, Corolla, NC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$109 nightly
The price is $123 total per night from Oct 28 to Oct 29
$123 total
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Corolla. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Corolla ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (661 reviews)
"Continental breakfast was ample and clean Staff was great Rooms a little noisy"

Reviewed on Sep 25, 2025

The Inn At Corolla Light
4X4 only! Canal front. Ocean AND sound views! Decks and porches on all levels.

4X4 only! Canal front. Ocean AND sound views! Decks and porches on all levels.

Corolla
Stay at this vacation home in Corolla. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and patios. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (107 reviews)
"The Carte’s were extremely pleased with our stay for the 2025 Labor Day holiday. The house was amazing, clean and Phil was extremely helpful with answering our questions about the area. The best part of our trip was by far the wild horses and the seclusion of the Rusty Crab. We recommend booking ..."

Reviewed on Sep 2, 2025

4X4 only! Canal front. Ocean AND sound views! Decks and porches on all levels.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Secluded ocean getaway. Heated salt water pool & hot tub. Walk to beach, 4 min.

Secluded ocean getaway. Heated salt water pool & hot tub. Walk to beach, 4 min.

Corolla
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Corolla. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a water park. Popular attractions Little Hog Island and Currituck ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (90 reviews)
"Very well kept and stocked for a vacation home! Plenty of things to do to keep kids busy, we loved our stay!"

Reviewed on Sep 24, 2025

Secluded ocean getaway. Heated salt water pool & hot tub. Walk to beach, 4 min.
Salted Dunes OBX,  Beach front, Wild Horses, Pool, Hot Tub, 4x4 Beach, 7 Bedroom

Salted Dunes OBX, Beach front, Wild Horses, Pool, Hot Tub, 4x4 Beach, 7 Bedroom

Corolla
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Corolla. Enjoy private pools, a beach locale, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Corolla Beach and Estuarine ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (47 reviews)
"The owner was extremely friendly and responsive. The location of the house was perfect- gorgeous views of the ocean, dunes and wild horses. Having a pool was also great for the entire family. This property had the perfect layout.We will be back!"

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2025

Salted Dunes OBX, Beach front, Wild Horses, Pool, Hot Tub, 4x4 Beach, 7 Bedroom
FALL SPECIAL  Hot Tub  ICE MACHINE  Pet Friendly 4x4 vehicles

FALL SPECIAL Hot Tub ICE MACHINE Pet Friendly 4x4 vehicles

Corolla
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Corolla. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (122 reviews)
"What an amazing unique stay. The layout is perfect for groups and families. I could not have asked for more."

Reviewed on Sep 27, 2025

FALL SPECIAL Hot Tub ICE MACHINE Pet Friendly 4x4 vehicles
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Corolla

4.6
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 62%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 34%
3 - Okay
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I bring my family here every year because it is a very family oriented beach. It is not overcrowded or touristy. Everyone is so friendly. My kids love the beach and the water being more clear than most beaches near Maryland.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Loved the area. Very relaxing, people walking and riding bikes. Very quiet.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

I am familiar with Duck community. Went to Corolla because we had the family pet. Only stayed overnight. Too far north for me.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Loved it

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

We enjoyed climbing to the top of the lighthouse as well as our tour of Whalehead. Visit Outer Banks Brewing for some good beer. Stop in at Bacchus for beer and/or wine flights.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Beautiful....relaxing....loved it!!

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