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The Beacon

2.0 star property
Beach motel in Salter Path with free parking

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Beach nearby, beach umbrellas
Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms - Not Pet Friendly | Living area
Garden view
Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms - Not Pet Friendly | Private kitchen
Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms - Not Pet Friendly

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$152
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov

Explore the area

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1305 Salter Path Rd, Salter Path, NC, 28575
  • Place, Beach Wheels Bike Rental
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)
    ‪71 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Economy Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms - Not Pet Friendly

Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms - Not Pet Friendly | Living area

Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms - Not Pet Friendly

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
2 bathrooms
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchen

Garden view

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchen

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Salter Path

The Beacon places you steps from Emerald Isle Beach and within a short 5-minute stroll of Beach Wheels Bike Rental. Highlights at this beach motel include in-room free WiFi and balconies. .This pet-friendly motel offers a terrace, a garden and a picnic area. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this Salter Path motel, you'll be 1 km (0.6 mi) from Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway and 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from 3rd Street Park.
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What's nearby

  • Beach Wheels Bike Rental - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • 3rd Street Park - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores - 10 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Emerald Isle Adventures - 16 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier - 17 min drive - 15.5 km

Getting around

  • Havelock Station - 40 min drive
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Frank's Pizza and Subs - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Kabuto Japanese Steak House - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Kountry Kitchen - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Morehead Burger Co. - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪The Crab Shack - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Beacon

Beach motel in Salter Path with free parking
As a guest of The Beacon, you'll find a terrace, a garden, and a picnic area. The front desk is open around the clock. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Salter Path motel.

  • 23 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
The Beacon offers 23 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Cable televisions are provided. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Beach umbrellas
  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 20

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25.00 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 150 per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 40 lb per pet)
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Service fee: USD 15 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet deposit: USD 150 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 20 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Oak Grove Motel
Salter Path Inn
The Beacon Motel
The Beacon Salter Path
The Beacon Motel Salter Path

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Beacon?

The Beacon offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Beacon?

As of 4 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Beacon on 5 Nov 2025 start from AU$129.20, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Beacon?

Yep, The Beacon has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Beacon?

Yep, The Beacon is a short 2-minute walk from Emerald Isle Beach.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Beacon?

No, The Beacon does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Beacon?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.