Swansboro, NC

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Pretty pier and boats early in the morning
Pretty pier and boats early in the morning
Cool pier out behind the market

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Where to stay in Swansboro

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Swansboro Historic District

While Swansboro Historic District might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Cedar Point Tideland Trailhead and Salty Pirate Water Park.

Swansboro Historic District
Islander Hotel & Resort

Islander Hotel & Resort

3 out of 5
102 Islander Drive Emerald Isle NC
The price is AED 327 per night from Feb 24 to Feb 25
AED 327
AED 390 total
24 Feb - 25 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Emerald Isle. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Nice staff, clean room. Excellent stay!

Reviewed on 18 February 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
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Atlantic Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,319 reviews)
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Reviewed on 22 February 2026

Hotel Alice At Atlantic Beach
Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel

Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel

3 out of 5
511 Salter Path Rd Atlantic Beach NC
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Atlantic Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,531 reviews)
Room was clean, staff was very nice and friendly, and loved the restaurant down below!!! Also ha e veey clean lobby and restroomss

Reviewed on 23 February 2026

Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel
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.
Cozy couples retreat, dog friendly, 1 block to ocean or sound

Cozy couples retreat, dog friendly, 1 block to ocean or sound

North Topsail Beach NC
Stay at this vacation home in North Topsail Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Bayshore Marina and Raisin Rock are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (93 reviews)
The host was very amendable when we needed to reschedule due to a medical emergency. We were able still go on our trip a couple months later with our 2 dogs. We had a very relaxing time. Our accomodations were clean, had the immediate necessities if needed and the view was beautiful. Our dogs did ...

Reviewed on 16 February 2026

Cozy couples retreat, dog friendly, 1 block to ocean or sound
Spectacular Direct Oceanfront 2BR Condo in Emerald Isle NC Ocean Reef 7B1

Spectacular Direct Oceanfront 2BR Condo in Emerald Isle NC Ocean Reef 7B1

Emerald Isle NC
Book a stay at this beach condo in Emerald Isle. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Flatwaters Paddling and 3rd Street Park ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (208 reviews)
The condo was absolutely beautiful with a wonderful and clear view of the beach and ocean. Even saw a whale breech the waves one day- A first for me down here! The newly changed oceanfront windows were perfect when it was too cold, windy, or rainy to sit on the porch. And when I could, I wrapped ...

Reviewed on 19 January 2026

Spectacular Direct Oceanfront 2BR Condo in Emerald Isle NC Ocean Reef 7B1
Oceanfront stunner in Emerald Isle

Oceanfront stunner in Emerald Isle

Emerald Isle NC
Stay at this vacation home in Emerald Isle. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Flatwaters Paddling and Bogue Inlet Fishing ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (93 reviews)
We were a family of 10 staying here for a week for Thanksgiving. We had the best time ,it was so comfortable and you felt so welcomed. Amy was very accommodating for anything I asked for. The house was beautiful. The kitchen was stocked with anything you would need to cook a Thanksgiving meal. The ...

Reviewed on 14 December 2025

Oceanfront stunner in Emerald Isle
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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Reviews of Swansboro

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Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 38%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 33%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 25%
2 - Disappointing
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

We were in town for a family reunion. Most out of towm family members are repeat patrons of the Hampton Inn Swansboro

5/5 - Excellent

CB

Very beautiful area

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Nice town.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

We found a great restaurant the "Boro" a local mom and pop. The food was off the hook good. You can eat inside or out. There are several little shops up and down this street and they had a free outside concert the night we were visiting. Very nice

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Love the area but so sad to see all the damage from hurricane Florence