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The Beacon

2.0 star property

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Beach nearby, beach umbrellas
Garden view
Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms - Not Pet Friendly | Living area
Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms - Not Pet Friendly | Private kitchen
Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms - Not Pet Friendly

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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1305 Salter Path Rd, Salter Path, NC, 28575
  • Place, Beach Wheels Bike Rental
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)
    ‪71 min drive‬

Room options

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

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Garden view

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchen

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms - Not Pet Friendly

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Salter Path

When you a stay at The Beacon in Salter Path, you'll be near the beach, within a 5-minute walk of Emerald Isle Beach and Beach Wheels Bike Rental. .This beach motel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from 3rd Street Park.
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What's nearby

  • Beach Wheels Bike Rental - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • 3rd Street Park - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores - 10 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Emerald Isle Adventures - 16 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier - 17 min drive - 15.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Frank's Pizza and Subs - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Kabuto Japanese Steak House - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Kountry Kitchen - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Morehead Burger Co. - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪The Crab Shack - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Beacon

Beach motel in Salter Path with free parking
The Beacon offers 23 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Cable television is provided. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Make yourself at home in one of the 23 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have shower/tub combinations and hair dryers.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as a picnic area.
The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Beach umbrellas
  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 20

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25.00 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 150 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 40 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Service fee: USD 15 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 150 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 20 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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

The Beacon Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 142 out of 313 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 69 out of 313 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 313 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 313 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 313 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHRIS

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older property but remodeled interior. We were specifically looking for the retro vibe and this property fit the bill. Short boardwalk to the uncrowded beach which was great as well.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David, Kearney

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Beacon hotel is, for the buck, the best hotel on the beach. Clean, easy access to a beautiful beach. Check in was quick, Manager, Mrs. Christina, is very friendly and knows the area well. We will return.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location for price!

We stayed at the Beacon Hotel in Salter Path and had a great experience overall. Christina, our main point of contact, was incredibly friendly and helpful from start to finish, which really set the tone for a relaxing stay. The price was very reasonable considering the location, just a short walk (about 400 feet) to the beach. That said, be aware that the stairs down to the beach are pretty steep, so it might be a bit tricky if you’re carrying a lot of gear or have mobility concerns. Our double queen room was the perfect size for two people. I could see it working for two adults and maybe two small kids, but I wouldn’t recommend it for a larger group. The room stayed wonderfully cool thanks to a quiet and efficient AC, which was much appreciated during the heat wave this part of the country was experiencing during our trip. It was clean, comfortable, and had just about everything we needed. A couple small improvements like more outlets between the beds, blackout curtains, and maybe a desk or vanity in the little nook near the bathroom would’ve made it even better. One thing to note is that sound travels easily through the walls, so you’ll likely hear folks walking by or chatting outside. It didn’t ruin our stay, but it’s something to be aware of. Outside, the hotel really shines. There’s a patio area with a shower to rinse off after the beach, plus an outdoor lounge area with games, beach toys, umbrellas, even an outdoor kitchen setup. They also offer two bikes.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Marie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Hotel staff super friendly. Great set up with games and grill for everyone. Loved the complimentary beach chairs, bikes and umbrellas. Having its own lit private walkway to the beach was a plus. Great location just 12 min from restaurants and stores. Will definitely go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Latrisha, Sheridan

Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. Property owner/manager was fantastic and so welcoming! Would stay here again. Private boardwalk to the beach, free guest bikes, sitting areas, recreation/picnic/bb
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Dana

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Not bad. It's walking distance to the beach. The property is renovating a few rooms at a time. My room had not been updated yet but it was comfortable. The location is good. No complaints
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rita

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great and friendly. Anything we needed, it was supplied - from sunscreen to extra towels. Very quiet & private.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly management, great pricing, clean and well kept.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valeria

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner was extremely sweet and made our stay as convenient and comfortable as possible ! Book through her and not a third party to get the best deals ! Private beach access was everything ! it wasnt crowded ! Besst time honestly ! Will be back again !
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Sherril

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was decent. Kitchenette sparsely supplied.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Patricia

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Daryl

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room smelt moldy the people were completely unprofessional. I would not recommend this place to anyone.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Christina was so personable and kind, and warm! She made sure i was taken care of! As a woman travelling alone, i would reccomend the beacon. It had a family atmosphere and its a cozy, quiet spot. It was safe, clean and lovely. I loved the decor of my room! Only possible improvement would be a microwave. The location offers a boardwalk on property tbat leads difectly to the ocean!! Its a lovely place with lovely people. And the beach is quiet and uncrowded!! Will be staying here again for my beach vacations. Loved it! Thank you so much for making my stay comfortable, kind and relaxing!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Melanie M

Disliked: Amenities
Great location, not
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Lizbeth I.

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shea

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ernest

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Salter Path's best kept secret

This a great privately owned motel. Well maintained and great amenities. Big rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Birthday getaway

We brought our daughter down for the weekend for her birthday. We have stayed here in past and now the rooms and been updated and so pretty. I loved sitting out back in the sitting area/kitchen. The staff was nothing short of amazing. We loved every second of our trip and we will be going back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Untez

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wow really convenient, newly remodeled, and has a nice path right to a private part of the beach!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mitzi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved staying at the beacon, it was super nice and the boardwalk to the beach and games on the patio were lovely
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025