Crystal Coast

Travel Guide

This was taken at sunset at "The Point" at Emerald Isle Beach.  

There's no easy access to this remote area where waves come in to a point from three angles.  From where you park the beach access isn't far 1/4mi maybe?  Where I was, that's a hike and you need to be careful because parking closes around this time and if you don't make it back in time, guess where you're sleeping?

You don't have to go as far as I went, it's all beautiful, the sand is soft, the water warm and if you're in or around Eastern North Carolina... It's a destination you don't want to miss! 


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You can't beat the view
Sunsets in Emerald Isle, North Carolina are truly spectacular! High-rise hotels aren't allowed in the cute city, only beach houses, so you often have the beach all to yourself 💜#bruisedpassports #beachbound
The view from our campsite in Oyster Point. Nice little spots (except for the mosquitoes) with concrete/ sand tent pads, picnic tables, and lantern stands at each site. Every morning a pair of owls would talk to each other as they made their way through our campsite and back to their nest for the day. Plenty of beautiful wildlife to enjoy!
A great tribute to the families and history of Core Sound.

Where to stay in Crystal Coast

Boardwalk along the Cedar Point

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
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Island Quay

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Island Quay and surrounding area, you can visit Triple S Marina and Anchorage Marina.

Island Quay
Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel

Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel

3 out of 5
511 Salter Path Rd Atlantic Beach NC
The price is S$110 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
S$110
23 Mar - 24 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Atlantic Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,540 reviews)
Great location, ocean was in plain view. Great balcony view. You can hear the ocean outside your room. Very beautiful outlook. Room was fairly clean. Wi-Fi worked pretty well. Staff was nice, they just seemed a little overworked. Overall, great experience and would go back.

Reviewed on 15 Mar, 2026

Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel
Islander Hotel & Resort

Islander Hotel & Resort

3 out of 5
102 Islander Drive Emerald Isle NC
The price is S$136 per night from 17 Mar to 18 Mar
S$136
17 Mar - 18 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Emerald Isle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
Very nice place to stay. It would be nice if they provided continental breakfast since there doesn't appear to be any place within walking distance to get breakfast.

Reviewed on 16 Mar, 2026

Islander Hotel & Resort
Hotel Alice At Atlantic Beach

Hotel Alice At Atlantic Beach

3 out of 5
118 Salter Path Road Pine Knoll Shores NC
Stay at this golf hotel in Atlantic Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Hotel Alice At Atlantic Beach
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.
A Place at the Beach

A Place at the Beach

2.5 out of 5
1904 E Fort Macon Rd Atlantic Beach NC
Stay at this family-friendly apartment in Atlantic Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Triple S Marina and Les and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (292 reviews)
Friendly staff. Older condo, and a bit more run down.

Reviewed on 15 Mar, 2026

A Place at the Beach
Atlantic Beach Resort

Atlantic Beach Resort

3 out of 5
715 W. Fort Macon Rd. Atlantic Beach NC
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Atlantic Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,270 reviews)
The Hot Tub was broken - no plan to repair it - one of the main reasons we booked this in the winter season.

Reviewed on 10 Jan, 2026

Atlantic Beach Resort
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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