Crystal Coast, NC

Travel Guide

This was taken at sunset at "The Point" at Emerald Isle Beach.  

There's no easy access to this remote area where waves come in to a point from three angles.  From where you park the beach access isn't far 1/4mi maybe?  Where I was, that's a hike and you need to be careful because parking closes around this time and if you don't make it back in time, guess where you're sleeping?

You don't have to go as far as I went, it's all beautiful, the sand is soft, the water warm and if you're in or around Eastern North Carolina... It's a destination you don't want to miss! 


#emeraldisle #beach #sunset #water #ocean #northcarolina #eastcoast #sky #waves #landscape #travel #explore
This was taken at sunset at "The Point" at Emerald Isle Beach.  

There's no easy access to this remote area where waves come in to a point from three angles.  From where you park the beach access isn't far 1/4mi maybe?  Where I was, that's a hike and you need to be careful because parking closes around this time and if you don't make it back in time, guess where you're sleeping?

You don't have to go as far as I went, it's all beautiful, the sand is soft, the water warm and if you're in or around Eastern North Carolina... It's a destination you don't want to miss! 


#emeraldisle #beach #sunset #water #ocean #northcarolina #eastcoast #sky #waves #landscape #travel #explore
You can't beat the view
Sunsets in Emerald Isle, North Carolina are truly spectacular! High-rise hotels aren't allowed in the cute city, only beach houses, so you often have the beach all to yourself 💜#bruisedpassports #beachbound
Bob's sinkhole at Croatan. There's an interesting explanation to this natural phenomenon there too.

Where to stay in Crystal Coast

Boardwalk along the Cedar Point

The Point

The Point might not have many top sights, but Emerald Isle Woods Park and Emerald Plantation are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

The Point
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Island Quay

While Island Quay might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Triple S Marina and Anchorage Marina.

Island Quay
Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel

Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel

3 out of 5
511 Salter Path Rd Atlantic Beach NC
$93 nightly
The price is $104 total per night from Jan 28 to Jan 29
$104 total
Jan 28 - Jan 29
Total with taxes and fees
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! (1,531 reviews)
Other than one of the front entrance doors and one of the elevators being broken it was a good stay. The staff on the restaurant and bar are amazing. We had lots of laughs with them

Reviewed on Jan 25, 2026

Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel
Islander Hotel & Resort

Islander Hotel & Resort

3 out of 5
102 Islander Drive Emerald Isle NC
$104 nightly
The price is $117 total per night from Jan 28 to Jan 29
$117 total
Jan 28 - Jan 29
Total with taxes and 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! (1,003 reviews)
All around perfect

Reviewed on Jan 24, 2026

Islander Hotel & Resort
DoubleTree by Hilton Atlantic Beach Oceanfront

DoubleTree by Hilton Atlantic Beach Oceanfront

4 out of 5
2717 W Fort Macon Rd Atlantic Beach NC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$89 nightly
The price is $101 total per night from Feb 5 to Feb 6
$101 total
Feb 5 - Feb 6
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! (1,001 reviews)
Didn't eat in the restaurant...Nice clean room and quiet surroundings..Favorite place to stay in AB..

Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026

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.
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! (284 reviews)
We very much enjoyed our stay. Staff was friendly and helpful. The facilities were good. The apartment, while somewhat dated, was clean and functional. While there were limited kitchen supplies, we had brought some with us, so all was good. We enjoyed the location and beach. We would return!

Reviewed on Jan 15, 2026

A Place at the Beach
The Pinnacle - OCEANFRONT Home.  Amazing Views, Pool, Hot Tub, 2 Kitchens,
Deck

The Pinnacle - OCEANFRONT Home. Amazing Views, Pool, Hot Tub, 2 Kitchens, Deck

Emerald Isle NC
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Emerald Isle. Enjoy private pools, a beach locale, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Bogue Inlet Fishing ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (48 reviews)
This home's location was perfect and the home accommodated my large family of children, grandchildren and me. We celebrated Thanksgiving with walks on the beach, some beach football, warming up in the hot tub and of course, turkey and all the fixins'. Plenty of room for my whole crew. Couldn't ask ...

Reviewed on Nov 30, 2025

The Pinnacle - OCEANFRONT Home. Amazing Views, Pool, Hot Tub, 2 Kitchens, Deck
OCEAN FRONT WITH THE BEST OCEAN VIEWS.  
HEATED POOL & HOT TUB ALL YEAR

OCEAN FRONT WITH THE BEST OCEAN VIEWS. HEATED POOL & HOT TUB ALL YEAR

Atlantic Beach NC
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Atlantic Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Circle Regional Beach Access ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (129 reviews)
We absolutely loved our stay here. The rental was beautifully decorated with so much character — it truly felt like a home, not just a place to stay. The owner was wonderful to work with: responsive, kind, and genuinely cared about our experience. Everything was thoughtfully done, and we couldn’t ...

Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025

OCEAN FRONT WITH THE BEST OCEAN VIEWS. HEATED POOL & HOT TUB ALL YEAR
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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