Cape Lookout National Seashore, NC

Travel Guide

Beachcombing is a relaxing activity the entire family can enjoy. So, why not take the youngsters to Cape Lookout National Seashore to see what you can spy on the shoreline?

This stretch of coastline is on the to-do lists of many travelers to Outer Banks. But Cape Lookout National Seashore isn't the only drawcard here. Cedar Island National Wildlife Refuge, and Cape Lookout beach camping are some other worthwhile sights close by.

Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel

Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel

3 out of 5
511 Salter Path Rd, Atlantic Beach, NC
$119 nightly
The price is $134 total per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
$134 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star 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! (1,417 reviews)
"Our room was clean. The ocean front view was wonderful. Hotel furnished beach chairs and umbrellas. I thought charging for parking was ridiculous since there is no where else to park. The complimentary coffee in the lobby was removed at 7am, then you had to pay 3.00for a cup in the restaurant"

Reviewed on Aug 20, 2025

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
$97 nightly
The price is $110 total per night from Sep 23 to Sep 24
$110 total
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star 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! (1,211 reviews)
"Staff were very kind and helpful. Cmon areas are nicely updated although there has been some wear and tear on the pool seating. The main issue was that we were promised free breakfast and the first morning the staff were sick and the second morning the kitchen equipment was sick.This tells me they ..."

Reviewed on Aug 23, 2025

Hotel Alice At Atlantic Beach
DoubleTree by Hilton Atlantic Beach Oceanfront

DoubleTree by Hilton Atlantic Beach Oceanfront

4 out of 5
2717 W Fort Macon Rd, Atlantic Beach, NC
$146 nightly
The price is $165 total per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
$165 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Atlantic Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Like the pier and easy access to the beach area !!!"

Reviewed on Aug 22, 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Atlantic Beach Oceanfront
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.
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
Stay at this 3-star 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! (1,231 reviews)
"This hotel was very clean, very quiet and had good access to the beach. Will definitely be going back again. Also very pet friendly."

Reviewed on Aug 19, 2025

Atlantic Beach Resort, a Ramada by Wyndham
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (226 reviews)
"Nice place! Clean and great location! Amenities are nice. Close to the beach and convenient to restaurants."

Reviewed on Aug 20, 2025

A Place at the Beach
Ocean View Condo_Private Beach Access_Pool_WiFi_Kitchen_BBQ

Ocean View Condo_Private Beach Access_Pool_WiFi_Kitchen_BBQ

Atlantic Beach
Book a stay at this beach condo in Atlantic Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a water park. Popular attractions Country Club of the Crystal Coast and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (75 reviews)
Long weekend
"Place was very convenient to the beach and Atlantic Beach restaurants. Small but had everything I needed! Kitchen was well stocked for a couple or small family. It’s a little weird not having a bathroom sink, but the kitchen sink is directly outside the bathroom door and there is a mirror behind ..."

Reviewed on Aug 4, 2025

Ocean View Condo_Private Beach Access_Pool_WiFi_Kitchen_BBQ
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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