Corolla, NC

Travel Guide

Aerial view of Pond Island Outer Banks NC OBX, coastal highway connecting the outer islands to the mainland with marina, luxury vacation homes
Aerial view of Pond Island Outer Banks NC OBX, coastal highway connecting the outer islands to the mainland with marina, luxury vacation homes
colorful Skies over the Corolla Waterfront Park in North Carolina's Outer Banks
Aerial view of Pond Island Outer Banks NC OBX, coastal highway connecting the outer islands to the mainland with marina, luxury vacation homes
USA. North Carolina, Corolla, Atlantic Ocean, Outer banks, homes facing the shoreline

Where to stay in Corolla

OBX

Whalehead Beach

5/5(1 area review)

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

Whalehead Beach
Sun Setting at Currituck Lighthouse Outer Banks North Carolina

Corolla Light

4.5/5(31 area reviews)

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

Corolla Light
Walking the beach of Corolla.

Ocean Sands

4/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in Ocean Sands, Outer Banks Beaches and Corolla Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Ocean Sands
Keepers quarters and the Currituck Beach Lighthouse near Corolla, North Carolina

Pine Island

4.5/5(41 area reviews)

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

Pine Island
The beautiful lighthouse in Corolla, North Carolina

Corolla Village

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

Corolla Village
A day at the Beach - a watchful Lifeguard keeping an eye on the people in the surf!

Ocean Hill

If you're spending some time in Ocean Hill, Outer Banks Beaches and Currituck Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Ocean Hill
Hampton Inn & Suites Outer Banks/ Corolla

Hampton Inn & Suites Outer Banks/ Corolla

2.5 out of 5
333 Audubon Dr Corolla NC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$81 nightly
The price is $92 total per night from Feb 1 to Feb 2
$92 total
Feb 1 - Feb 2
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 helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Clean room, friendly staff, nice location!

Reviewed on Jan 20, 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Outer Banks/ Corolla
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 NC
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.
FamilyMemoryMaker!,8 MASTERS,MovieRoom,OceanViews,Pool,HotTub,Grill,StarlinkWiFi

FamilyMemoryMaker!,8 MASTERS,MovieRoom,OceanViews,Pool,HotTub,Grill,StarlinkWiFi

Corolla NC
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Corolla. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (176 reviews)
Wonderful home, and the owner was very helpful and responsive before and during our stay.

Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025

FamilyMemoryMaker!,8 MASTERS,MovieRoom,OceanViews,Pool,HotTub,Grill,StarlinkWiFi
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.
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 NC
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.
Don’t Worry, Beach Happy at Beacon Quarters

Don’t Worry, Beach Happy at Beacon Quarters

Corolla NC
Stay at this condo in Corolla. Enjoy laundry facilities, an in-room coffeemaker, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Whale Head Bay and Whalehead are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (72 reviews)
had one small issue with the washer being locked but maintenance person came and promptly fixed it, communication with the host was very easy and pleasant. Would stay there again for certain

Reviewed on Oct 7, 2025

Don’t Worry, Beach Happy at Beacon Quarters
Dogs stay FREE! 2-min walk to beach-2Bedrooms-3Beds -3Baths-Pool-Linens Provided

Dogs stay FREE! 2-min walk to beach-2Bedrooms-3Beds -3Baths-Pool-Linens Provided

2 out of 5
Corolla NC
Stay at this vacation home in Corolla. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and tennis courts. Popular attractions Corolla Raceway and Corolla Adventure Golf ...
10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
Host provided all necessary information we might need to have a great stay - and we did! Very well kept place and a nice walk to the beach! I would definitely consider returning! Thank you for your hospitality!!!

Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026

Dogs stay FREE! 2-min walk to beach-2Bedrooms-3Beds -3Baths-Pool-Linens Provided
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
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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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