Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel

3.0 star property
On beach with outdoor pool, near North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores

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Poolside views, open daily
Poolside views, open daily
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Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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511 Salter Path Rd, Atlantic Beach, NC, 28512
  • North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Country Club of the Crystal Coast
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Fort Macon State Park
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)
    ‪66 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(165 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 30 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(130 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 30 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Atlantic Beach

At Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel, you'll be 3.2 km (2 mi) from North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores and 6.4 km (4 mi) from Country Club of the Crystal Coast. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and a beach bar. .Tiki Bar is the hotel's own bar. Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site gym and pool loungers. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a gift shop. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Atlantic Beach hotel include Coral Bay Shopping Center and Anchorage Marina.

What's nearby

  • North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Country Club of the Crystal Coast - 6 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Coral Bay Shopping Center - 10 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Triple S Marina - 15 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Fort Macon State Park - 17 min drive - 15.8 km

Getting around

  • Havelock Station - 36 min drive
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Kabuto Japanese Steak House - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪No Name Pizza - ‬18 min drive

About this property

Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel

On beach with outdoor pool, near North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores
Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar, a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel also features gift shops/newsstands, an ATM, and a television in common area. Parking is available for a fee.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Atlantic Beach hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 102 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar on the beach
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel offers 102 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Atlantic Beach hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desk chairs and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (USD 19.99 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Rising Tide
  • Tiki Bar

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 16 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Self-parking fee: USD 19.99 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, 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, Discover, Diners Club, Carte Blanche and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number 2511053

We should mention

  • Children aged 16 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Clam Digger Inn Pine Knoll Shores
Clam Digger Pine Knoll Shores
Clam Digger
Clam Digger Hotel Atlantic Beach
Clamdigger Inn
Inn Pine Knoll Shores
Crystal Coast Oceanfront
The Inn At Pine Knoll Shores
Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel Hotel
Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel Pine Knoll Shores
Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel Hotel Pine Knoll Shores

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel?

Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel?

Yep, Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel has a self car park for USD 19.99 per day.

Are there any beaches close to Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel?

The closest beach to Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel is Emerald Isle Beach (18.3 km).

Does Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel have a pool?

Yep, and guests love it! Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger and with a coldie from the bar.

What makes Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel a romantic place to stay?

Poolside dining and a lounge bar, as well as private balconies in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel?

No, Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel?

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

Reviews

Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 795 out of 1456 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 403 out of 1456 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 146 out of 1456 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 70 out of 1456 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 1456 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hector, Greenville

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Eugene

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beach is beautiful. Hotel has great views.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

ronnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We have stayed here a couple of times and really enjoyed the experience. The hotel is literally steps from the beach and had all the amenities you could want-restaurant,pool,bar,hottub etc..parking was plentiful and check-in was a breeze! Plenty of local restaurants to eat at and a putt putt course and go cart track close by. Also the aquarium was a couple of blocks away. Definitely will stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Misty

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the beach. Really nice employees. Had a pleasant stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness
Hotel charged separately for parking. $21 per day! This charge was never disclosed at any time, even after full payment was submitted on line in advance. Only at check- in was this charge presented. Seems like an intentional dishonest scheme!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maricela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All around amazing!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable room in a beautiful spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dewey

Had a great time. Everyone(staff) was friendly and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Cody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the convenience to the beach and friendly staff. The only down side was the size of the beds. The beds are more like the size of a full size bed not a queen size. The hot tub was not operating correctly but we still enjoyed the pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Marybella

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff. Says renovated but the rooms are not only the lobby and surroundings. Great location! Great breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Great
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Michael

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lot of amenities are unavailable. Staff can be very rude. A patron accidentally dropped his cell phone down the elevator shaft and when he presented this to the lady at the front desk, her response was “what do you want me to do about it“. I have stayed here several times and this was the first service by far.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haley

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Haley

Liked: Amenities
I had made a mistake booking my room so I called Expedia to add a guest and change rooms to a double room. Expedia was told by staff there were no other rooms available even though it showed in the website. They finally changed our room when we arrived but we were on the pet friendly floor. When arriving in our room the fridge was not working and the balcony had water covering the ground from the AC leaking water and the balcony above was dripping onto our balcony. We asked for a new room after showing pictures and explaining it was hazardous as someone could fall and we needed a fridge as we were there for almost a week for work which we were given a new room in the same pet friendly floor. This room was okay but the floor was dirty and we found someone’s medication in the floor plus the door to the fridge was broke which we took pictures and showed the front desk so we were not charged for it. After trying to sleep I was kept awake by the broom next doors dogs and then walking in and out to take them outside. I asked for another room the next morning and was switched to the floor above. Again the room was fine but the fan in the bathroom was not working and I had to go down to the front desk due to the people next door screaming and yelling in the middle of the night. I called the front desk and they called the police.I switched rooms the last night which finally was perfect! I wish I had that room the whole stay I was there. I was only compensated $40 from the GM.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brooke

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kao

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice place right next to the ocean. We enjoyed the quiteness away from the big crowds in emerald isle.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Erin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All the rooms in the hotel face the ocean which is beautiful. The hotel needs more staff, but the staff they had were excelent. As it is early in the season i dont see this being a long term issue. Booking through expedia they exclude the daily parking fee which I find irritating as i never would have found the hotel without using their site, but it won't stop me from staying there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved not having to worry about being disturbed by cleaning people. Loved picking up my towels. Staff super friendly...ocean front....amazing views..chairs and umbrellas!!!!! Will be back!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Shizuko

Liked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025