Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel, Pine Knoll Shores ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

511 Salter Path Road, Pine Knoll Shores, North Carolina, United States, 28512

Near the beach

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Loved by guests

Comfortable bed
Ocean view
Private beach access
Nice balcony

"Oceanfront views, tiki bar clean pool with a hot tub and the nice surprise was they actually put beach chairs out for their guests to sit on at no charge."

Thomas from United States

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"All rooms face the beach!"

Patrick E from United States

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"I loved the free parking and easy beach access."

Alicia from United States

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Rooms at Crystal Coast

Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel has 102 air-conditioned rooms with refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Rooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers in the private bathrooms. Rooms feature cable channels. Standard Double rooms accommodate up to four guests with two double beds. Single Queen ADA rooms offer a queen bed and an ADA bathroom. King Standard rooms provide a king-size bed. Every room provides oceanfront views.

Onsite Dining Options

The hotel features the Rising Tide Seafood Company, opening in Spring 2024, for beachside dining. The Clamdigger Restaurant is the only venue that has oceanfront dining. Fresh seafood is served daily. The Clamdigger Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner each day, including weeknight seafood specials. The Cutty Sark Lounge gives guests an excellent view of the outdoor pool and the Atlantic Ocean. Some of the best drinks in the area are made right here with a terrific view of the ocean. The Cutty Sark Lounge offers handmade cocktails and panoramic ocean views. Guests can unwind with drinks at the Turtle Bar & Lounge or the seasonal Tiki Bar.

Leisure and Activities

This hotel features an outdoor swimming pool. Guests can take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Beach chairs and umbrellas are available upon request. The property features a white sand beach and beach towels. Guests can explore Fort Macon State Park and Rachel Carson Reserve. Guests consider making time for North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores. There are lawn games. A fitness center is available. Beach yoga and weekly events occur onsite.

Location and Access

Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel is on Bogue Banks, in Pine Knoll Shores, NC. The Inn at Pine Knoll shores' oceanfront rooms offer all the comforts of home. The hotel is a 4-minute drive from North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores and 7 minutes from Country Club of the Crystal Coast. Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel is 55 km from Sirnak Serafettin Elci. For those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty, they can explore Fort Macon State Park and Rachel Carson Reserve.

Hotel Services

This property offers a high standard of service and amenities. Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, a safe deposit box at the front desk, and an elevator. The Bogue Room upstairs on the second floor can accommodate up to 120 people classroom style. The hotel includes free WiFi access. A limited number of pet-friendly rooms are available for a one-time per-stay (per-room) pet fee of $125+tax. Safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

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Highlights from guests

DiningGood food!

The restaurant was convenient. Food was good and tasty. It was great having that option right in the hotel.

Ricardo from Spain

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Room FeaturesOceanfront bliss

All rooms face the beach, with direct oceanfront views. Balconies are perfect for relaxing and enjoying the scenery.

Mei from China

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BathroomLobby Perks

There's a bathroom right in the lobby, near the beach. It's super convenient during beach days.

Anika from India

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Spa & LeisurePoolside fun

The hotel has a nice pool and hot tub outside. There is also outdoor seating. It is great to relax in.

Hans from Sweden

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Deluxe Double Room

2 persons

32 m²

2 Double beds

Shower

Heating

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Deluxe King Room

2 persons

32 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Queen Room Disability Access

2 persons

32 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Pine Knoll Shores 3.0 km

Airports

Sirnak Serafettin Elci (NKT) 50.3 km

Craven County Regional (EWN) 71.0 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
On-site car park
Handicap parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Security
ATM/Cash machine
Coffee shop
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Beach access
Sun loungers
Jacuzzi

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

511 Salter Path Road, Pine Knoll Shores, North Carolina, United States, 28512

Map view

511 Salter Path Road, Pine Knoll Shores, North Carolina, United States, 28512

City landmarks

Aquarium

North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores

3.4 km

Landmark

Theodore Roosevelt Natural Area

2.2 km

Landmark

Bogue Sound

2.4 km

Theme Park

Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway

3.2 km

Church

St. Francis By The Sea

3.0 km

Landmark

St Francis by the Sea Episcopal Church

3.0 km

Landmark

Lost Treasure Bumper Boats

3.1 km

Landmark

North Carolina Aquarium

3.4 km

Gallery

The Path Art Gallery

3.9 km

Landmark

Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway

4.8 km

Golf Course

Country Club Of The Crystal Coast

5.0 km

Nearby

Aquarium

North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores

0 m

Restaurants

Clamdigger Restaurant

0 m

511 Salter Path Rd

The Clam Digger Inn

10 m

511 Salter Path Rd

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 16:00-23:59

Check-out

until 11 am

Guest Parking

Private parking is possible on site at USD 19.99 per day.

Internet

is available in public areas for free.

Children & extra beds

There are no cots provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request.

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Former name

the inn at pine knoll shores oceanfront

Questions of the users

About Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel

Do the hotel rooms feature a view of the ocean?

10 November 2024

Yes, every room provides beautiful ocean views, allowing guests to soak in the serenity of the coast.

Is smoking permitted anywhere on the property?

15 December 2024

This hotel is designated as non-smoking, but there are designated smoking areas situated outside the building.

Are balconies available in each room type?

5 January 2025

All rooms come with private balconies, providing a perfect space to relax and enjoy the views.

What is the credit card policy regarding hold or deposit before check-in?

20 February 2025

A hold will be placed on your credit card on the day of arrival. No full payment is charged until check-in.

Are pets allowed at the hotel, and is there a fee?

2 March 2025

Pets are welcome, with a maximum of two allowed per reservation. A pet fee of $75.00 per day for stays of 1-4 nights, and $125.00 per day for 5 nights or more applies at check-in.

Is there an indoor pool for guests to enjoy?

15 March 2025

There are no indoor pools available; instead, there is an outdoor pool that opens in April.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

30 January 2025

Check-in is at 4 PM or later, and check-out is at 11 AM. Early check-in and late check-out requests are accommodated based on availability.

Are there dining options within the hotel?

18 April 2025

Yes, guests can enjoy on-site dining at the oceanfront restaurant, Rising Tide Seafood Company, featuring local ingredients and a comfortable atmosphere.

Is there an option to take chairs and umbrellas to the beach?

25 April 2025

Beach chairs are provided at no extra charge as part of the resort fee, while umbrellas can be rented for a small fee and set up by staff upon request.

How far is the hotel from major metro areas?

15 May 2025

The hotel is approximately 240 kilometers from Raleigh, NC, about 370 kilometers from Virginia, and a short drive of around 480 kilometers from Washington, D.C.