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The Beacon

2.0 star property
Escape to an idyllic beach setting where warm sunshine meets thoughtful touches like tour assistance and comfortable outdoor seating.

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Staircase leading to a serene beachfront with dunes and calm sea. Ideal for peaceful walks and relaxation. | The Beacon
Coastal community with beachfront homes, a sandy beach, and a prominent building. Ideal for a serene beachside living experience. | The Beacon
Modern kitchen with blue fridge, white oven, and wooden cabinets. | The Beacon
A cozy bedroom with a large bed, white bedding, and a blue side table with books. | The Beacon
Explore serene coastal views from the boardwalk, perfect for a peaceful stroll. | The Beacon
Located near the beach, Salter Path Inn offers a serene escape with a lovely garden and cozy terrace. Connect to WiFi, unwind with outdoor furniture, or soak up the sun under beach umbrellas. Guests rave about this property's perfect blend of helpful staff and beautiful locale.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (9)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Microwave
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
The current price is $87
includes taxes & fees
$77 per night
Feb 18 - Feb 19

Room options

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View all photos for Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen

Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 2992 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchen

Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchen

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Economy Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms - Not Pet Friendly | Living area | TV

Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms - Not Pet Friendly

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1305 Salter Path Rd, Salter Path, NC, 28575

What's nearby

  • Beach Wheels Bike Rental - 3 min walk
  • North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores - 8 min drive
  • Emerald Isle Adventures - 13 min drive
  • Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier - 14 min drive
  • Salty Pirate Water Park - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 59 min drive
  • Havelock Station - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Starfish Grill - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Kountry Kitchen - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Pita Plate - ‬22 min drive

About this property

The Beacon

When visiting Salter Path, The Beacon is a great choice to consider. Guests will have free perks like WiFi and self parking. A terrace and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. The helpful staff and beach location get great marks from fellow travelers.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 23 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 40 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only*
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking

Property amenities

What to do

  • Beach access

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Beach umbrellas

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Walkway to water

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony or patio

Freshen up

  • Shower/tub combination
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Administrative fee: USD 25.00 per accommodation, per stay

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 20 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 20 (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.0 per day

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pet deposit: USD 150 per stay
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25.00 per pet, per night

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Also known as

Oak Grove Motel
Salter Path Inn
The Beacon Motel
The Beacon Salter Path
The Beacon Motel Salter Path

Frequently asked questions

Does The Beacon offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Beacon does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Beacon?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 40 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 25.00 per pet, per night, and there's also a deposit of USD 150 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at The Beacon?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Beacon?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge of USD 20 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 20 (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at The Beacon and nearby?

The Beacon has a picnic area and a garden.

Does The Beacon have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.

What's the area around The Beacon like?

The Beacon is a short 3-minute walk from Beach Wheels Bike Rental and 12 minutes' walk from Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.

The Beacon Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Best place to stay I would love to stay again when I come back
Kelvin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, small simple hotel, very clean and has everything you need to enjoy the beach, which is of course why you are there.
Tracy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This hotel has been our secret spot the past 3 years. Easy beach access from our door.
Antonio, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is a charming motel with so many lovely features. I grill, gas fire pit, beach umbrellas, swings, sooooo cute. You can walk to to eat and beach is just a quick walk down the path. The beach is in a quiet area. Love this place
Leslyn, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very clean place. Friendly staff. Easy access to the beach.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place to relax with your family.
Christy, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was cute, quiet, and had everything we needed. My only suggest is to spray for spiders and clean the mirrors in the bathrooms
Gabriel, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This was our first time staying after the remodel and once again the place did not disappoint.
Jeniffer, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great experience. Thank you
Convenient. Great location. Beach access. Clean. Just what I needed for a long weekend getaway. There was a lot of commotion from an arguing couple in an adjoining room for several hours but that’s no fault of the host or a reflection of a typical stay. I plan to return! Thanks “Beacon!”
Stephen, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

Awful. Unable to sleep both nights due to room next to us fighting and barking dogs.
Kelley, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice little place to stay
Great little place that with a little more renovation will be an excellent place to stay. Quiet room and ac kept it nice and cold
Daniel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

loved the outdoor area and late check in availability but one of the beds had cigarette burns in the bedsheets
Aurora, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The Beacon
This was a basic hotel, but I was at the beach. The room was semi upgraded, and there was not any heat. The air conditioning was on very high, and I figured out how to turn it off, which made the room much warmer. I could hear the dogs in the room next door. For being at the beach, this hotel was adequate and very reasonable.
Mark, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Small and cute area. Love the private beach access and staff were very accommodating
Ray, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Prices are a little high but the location is great, there is a path straight to the beach. Room #6 was renovated, 2 ACs, very clean and comfortable. There was no staff for check in or check out but we did not need it during our 1 night stay.
Edwin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room was clean. Owner is very friendly. Overall loved the area.
Rebecca, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place
The manager was wonderful and so kind. She was very helpful. This place has been updated inside and out. It has some nice sitting areas and you get private access to the beach. Would stay again especially for the price.
Chantz, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

We really enjoyed the beachy/boho vibe. The family hang out area was a cool little spot to just relax at the end of the day. The best thing about this property is the beach access. It's a short walk down the trail and the beach itself was not crowded. It seems the place was recently remodeled, so there were a few things that were outdated or broke in our room or around the common areas, but that may also be on their list to get too. We'll definitely look into this place again for our next visit.
Matt, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Updated and close to the beach!
The hotel has been updated since the last year. Great hang out area with a gas grill. Needs calking. Room was great and close walk on a boardwalk to the beach!
Micah, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Cute inn. The name is different now and needs to be updated to the beacon online asap. Bed was comfy but their pillows are not for king size bed
Amelia, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great beach location. Good price and friendly and helpful staff.
John, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very cute
The place was renamed to The Beacon so it was a little confusing. But the rooms were clean and looks like they did a few upgrades. They were so close to the beach and the outside area was so cute.
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

This motel is going through a name change and they just updated all of their appliances. We were assigned to a room which had terrible saging in the floor. Husband requested another room and we were quickly reassigned to a better one. The picnic area is top notch. Gotta see it to believe it. The boardwalk, proximity to the beach and sunrise/sunsets are amazing, quick and breathtaking. If I had gotten angry with the condition of the floor and left that night, I would have never known the beauty all around me. So glad we stayed and thank you for being so hospitable. Just a gut feeling, once they work out all of the little repairs - this will easily be a very expensive room on the beach. Can't say for certain, but it sure seems that way -especially with all the sweat and tears going into the place. Thank you.
Julia, 3-night trip

4/10 Fair

A+ for effort. They are trying but not there yet.
Rat poop on the bath towel. no daily service. Tiny room for $$$. Nòt even a chair or a vanity. Could have stayed at large hotel with a pool and pets for same money. Wasn’t cool and nostalgic like I thought. Plus's the staff helpful and friendly. Beach access and beach very nice. Enough parking for the rooms.
Craig, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

wonderful stay and property. so close to the beach and walking distance to local eateries.
Alyssa, 3-night trip