Emerald Isle Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Emerald Isle
Photo by Savannah Fersner
Photo by Savannah Fersner
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Photo by Martin Humpherson
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Where to stay in Emerald Isle

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The Point

While The Point may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Emerald Isle Woods Park and Salty Pirate Water Park.

The Point
Islander Hotel & Resort

Islander Hotel & Resort

3 out of 5
102 Islander Drive, Emerald Isle, NC
The price is NZ$233 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
NZ$233
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star 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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Poor wifi, but otherwise excellent. Great location."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

Islander Hotel & Resort
Lighthouse Suites - Best Western Signature Collection

Lighthouse Suites - Best Western Signature Collection

2.5 out of 5
216 Islander Drive, Emerald Isle NC, Emerald Isle, NC
The price is NZ$259 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
NZ$259
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Emerald Isle. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (291 reviews)
"Great place and staff was very helpful!"

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

Lighthouse Suites - Best Western Signature Collection
Oceanview Inn

Oceanview Inn

2 out of 5
122 Fairview Drive, Emerald Isle, NC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$227 per night from 23 Oct to 24 Oct
NZ$227
23 Oct - 24 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Emerald Isle. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (474 reviews)
"Close to fishing pier an ocean. Love to stay here."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Oceanview Inn
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OCEANVIEWS, 2nd row, low traffic area, private pool/volleyball ct!

OCEANVIEWS, 2nd row, low traffic area, private pool/volleyball ct!

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Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Emerald Isle. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a water park. Popular attractions Salty Pirate Water Park ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (133 reviews)
"This property is great this was the second year we stayed there"

Reviewed on 6 Sept 2025

OCEANVIEWS, 2nd row, low traffic area, private pool/volleyball ct!
BEAUTIFUL OCEANFRONT with gorgeous views! 2 king beds, 3 queen beds and 4 twins.

BEAUTIFUL OCEANFRONT with gorgeous views! 2 king beds, 3 queen beds and 4 twins.

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Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Emerald Isle. Enjoy a beach locale, a water park, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Flatwaters Paddling ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (97 reviews)
"The children grandchildren and great grandchildren enjoyed the experience"

Reviewed on 5 Sept 2025

BEAUTIFUL OCEANFRONT with gorgeous views! 2 king beds, 3 queen beds and 4 twins.
Keystone West West - Emerald Isle Paradise

Keystone West West - Emerald Isle Paradise

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Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Emerald Isle. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a water park. Popular attractions Salty Pirate Water Park and Emerald ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (96 reviews)
"Excellent property. House was awesome. Love the few steps to the beach. Highly recommend."

Reviewed on 2 Sept 2025

Keystone West West - Emerald Isle Paradise
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Popular places to visit

Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier

Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier

Explore the waterfront in Emerald Isle with a trip to Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier

Emerald Isle Adventures

Take the family on an outing to Emerald Isle Adventures during your trip to Emerald Isle. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Emerald Isle Adventures

Salty Pirate Water Park

Have a fun-filled day with the family at Salty Pirate Water Park as part of your trip to Emerald Isle. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Salty Pirate Water Park

Emerald Isle Woods Park

Explore the great outdoors at Emerald Isle Woods Park, a lovely green space in Emerald Isle. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

Emerald Isle Woods Park

Emerald Plantation

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Emerald Plantation during your visit to Emerald Isle. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Emerald Plantation

The Sweet Spot

Take the family on an outing to The Sweet Spot during your trip to Emerald Isle. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

The Sweet Spot

Activities

Sand dollars, the darker ones are alive and we typically don’t keep them.... Just the whiter colored ones which aren’t living.

Private Island Eco Tours on a Private Boat from Shackleford Banks

NZ$1,024
per traveller
Private Island Eco Tours on a Private Boat from Shackleford Banks
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