Islander Hotel & Resort is the sole oceanfront hotel in Emerald Isle, situated directly on the Crystal Coast of North Carolina. This 102-room resort provides guests with immediate access to the beach and an oceanfront swimming pool, making it suitable for families, couples, and business travelers. The property offers facilities for events and conferences, including a newly renovated ballroom, alongside a 24-hour business center. With complimentary Wi-Fi and parking, the resort aims to provide a convenient base for exploring the twelve miles of coastline.
Should you book Islander Hotel & Resort?
An oceanfront stay with direct beach access and an outdoor pool, suitable for families and events.
Best for
- Beachfront location
- Family stays
- Events and conferences
- Ocean views
Maybe not ideal for
- Room size consistency
- Occasional obstructed views
Oceanfront setting
Located on the Crystal Coast, this resort offers direct access to a twelve-mile stretch of beach. Many rooms provide ocean views and first-floor patios or balconies.
Outdoor pool and beach
Enjoy the expansive oceanfront swimming pool with cabanas. Step directly from the resort onto the sand for a day by the sea.
Room amenities
Accommodations feature a kitchenette with a refrigerator, microwave, and coffee maker. Rooms also include a flat-screen TV, air conditioning, and free Wi-Fi.
Event facilities
The resort is equipped for weddings and conferences, featuring a newly renovated grand ballroom and on-site event planning services.
Rooms & rates
Island Double Room with 2 Queen Beds
33.0 m² · 2 queen beds
Air conditioning · Private bathroom · Flat-screen TV · Free Wifi · Free toiletries · Toilet
Island King Room with Sofa Bed
33.0 m² · 1 king bed and 1 sofa bed
Air conditioning · Private bathroom · Flat-screen TV · Free Wifi · Free toiletries · Toilet
Island Palm Double with Two Queen Beds
33.0 m² · 1 sofa bed and 2 queen beds
Air conditioning · Private bathroom · Flat-screen TV · Free Wifi · Free toiletries · Toilet
Island Palm King with Sofa bed
33.0 m² · 1 king bed and 1 sofa bed
Air conditioning · Private bathroom · Flat-screen TV · Free Wifi · Free toiletries · Toilet
King Room with Balcony
33.0 m² · 1 king bed and 1 sofa bed
Balcony · Sea view · Air conditioning · Private bathroom · Flat-screen TV · Free Wifi
What you'll enjoy
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Amenities & facilities
Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Beachfront
- Family rooms
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Great for your stay
- Parking
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
- Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
Bedroom
- Linens
- Alarm clock
Outdoors
- Beachfront
- Garden
Kitchen
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
Location
102 Islander Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594, United States, Emerald Isle, North Carolina
Islander Hotel & Resort is located in Emerald Isle, North Carolina.
5 sights nearby, 1 of them within 0.5 mi; the closest is The Salty Pirate Water Park at 0.1 mi.
Things to do nearby
- The Salty Pirate Water Parkwater park0.1 mi
- Emerald Isle Baptist Churchplace of worship0.6 mi
- Emerald Isle Woods Parkpark0.7 mi
- Ocean Oaks Parkpark0.8 mi
- Old Time Photosgallery1.3 mi
Straight-line distances from the property · data © OpenStreetMap contributors
What guests say
8.5 / 10 · Very good on Booking.com, from 1,443 guest reviews
The Islander Hotel & Resort earns consistently strong sentiment for its direct beachfront position, genuinely helpful staff, and clean, spacious rooms at a price point reviewers consider fair for oceanfront accommodation. Recurring gripes centre on functional shortcomings — small, poorly lit and unventilated bathrooms, inadequate towel hooks, rooms that let in too much morning light, and beach rinse facilities that need attention — none of which appear to deter guests from returning. Loyalty runs deep, with multiple reviewers noting annual or decades-long repeat visits.
Reviews scoring 9–10: 18 · average 9.8
They wrote about: cleanliness, location, staff
Reviews scoring 7–9: 12 · average 7.8
They wrote about: location, room, staff
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Good to know
House rules
- Check-in
From 4:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
- Check-out
From 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM
- Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
- Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
- Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Frequently asked questions
What is the location of Islander Hotel & Resort?
Islander Hotel & Resort is located on the Crystal Coast of North Carolina, on the western end of Bogue Bank in Emerald Isle, directly on the beachfront.
What are the room types available?
The resort offers various rooms including Island Double Room with 2 Queen beds, Island King Room with Sofa Bed, Island Palm rooms with king or double queen beds, and King Room with Balcony.
Does the resort offer parking?
Yes, the Islander Hotel & Resort provides free parking for guests, including accessible parking options.
Does the hotel have a swimming pool?
Yes, the resort features an outdoor swimming pool with ocean views.
Are there facilities for families?
The hotel offers family rooms and seasonal family activities during peak times, making it suitable for family stays.
What attractions are nearby?
Nearby attractions include The Salty Pirate Water Park (0.22 km), Emerald Isle Baptist Church (0.96 km), and Emerald Isle Woods Park (1.16 km).
What is the price range?
Room prices start from $239 per night.
Does the hotel offer Wi-Fi?
Yes, complimentary Wi-Fi is available for guests throughout the resort.