Hotels near Croatan National Forest

"This was my third summer and 6th stay at Islander Hotel. The hotel and Emerald Isle together make my favorite place to take my solo summer recharge stays. Last time I had some issues with nats in my room because it was right by the pool so I had mentioned getting some Bug Zammers for the hallways and corners of the hotel and this year when I went back, they had installed small blue lights that I’m pretty sure or to help with the bugs throughout all the hallways and I noticed that it helped the mat/mosquitos a lot. I am extremely happy to see that they listened to a regular customer! They have views of the ocean from all around the hotel and seating at the corners of the decks for you to sit and see and hear the ocean. You can also see and hear the ocean from the pool. They have their own private entrance to the beach. They also have hammocks on the property. You can check out bikes and beach chairs, depending on availability, to use. There are a lot of good local restaurants nearby. My next stay for September is already scheduled and I’m counting down the days! I honestly would spend a week here every month of the summer, every year, if I could work out a nice deal with the owner lol! Seriously, though!"

"Staff was friendly , the hotel was clean, and the breakfast was amazing with a bunch of different choices."

"Great service, comfortable bed and good breakfast. "

"Pool was nice.. room was clean"

"Staff was super friendly. It has been remodeled, but it was clean. We found it very convenient for what we wanted to do. We felt safe and I felt my car was safe. Breakfast had more than what was expected and well stocked. "

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"We enjoyed our stay "

"The staff at the front desk are cheerful and friendly. The room was very clean. This was my second stay. I would definitely come back again."