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The Beacon

2.0 star property
Beach motel in Salter Path with free parking

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Beach nearby, beach umbrellas
Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms - Not Pet Friendly | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms - Not Pet Friendly | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms - Not Pet Friendly | Living area | TV
Garden view
Salter Path Inn, steps from the beach, offers a peaceful garden and welcoming terrace. Stay connected with WiFi, relax on outdoor furniture, or borrow beach umbrellas. Guests consistently praise the attentive staff and beautiful location.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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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
Private bathroom
2 bathrooms
Shower/tub combination
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Garden view

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchen

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

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

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

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

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

What's nearby

  • Beach Wheels Bike Rental - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • 3rd Street Park - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores - 10 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • Emerald Isle Adventures - 16 min drive - 9.7 miles
  • Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier - 17 min drive - 9.7 miles

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

Property highlights
The Beacon provides amenities like a terrace and a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Outdoor furniture and beach umbrellas
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Beacon offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Refrigerators and microwaves
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Balconies or patios, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 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 elevator
  • 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

Property 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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Beacon pet-friendly?

Yes, this motel allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 40 lbs per pet. There's a deposit of USD 150 per stay and a fee of USD 25.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Beacon?

As of Oct 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Beacon on Oct 5, 2025 start from $75.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Beacon?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Beacon?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Beacon?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 20 (subject to availability).

Where is The Beacon located?

Offering direct access to the beach, this Salter Path motel is within a 5-minute walk of Emerald Isle Beach and Beach Wheels Bike Rental. 3rd Street Park and Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

The Beacon Reviews

7.6

Good

7.6

Cleanliness

7.0

Amenities

8.2

Staff & service

7.8

Eco-friendliness

7.2

Property conditions & facilities
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

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place - short walk to a beautiful beach - owners are lovely people - I highly recommend this motel!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Conrad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice old school Motel… would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. Great price. Beach is a few steps away.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the privacy and my room was very clean and the atmosphere was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ariana

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property has roaches!!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was clean with friendly staff. Loved the boardwalk path straight to the ocean. Will return!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Waldemar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
👍👍👍👍👍
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just a boardwalk away from the ocean! The rooms were better than we expected. Very family oriented with a little hangout and yard game section! 10/10 would recommend this place to stay and we will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail

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

4/10 Poor

Jennifer

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The toilet is leaking- it's not sealed properly so
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Latrisha

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

10/10 Excellent

David

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

10/10 Excellent

Rita

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

Fiona

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

10/10 Excellent

CHRIS

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

Untez

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

Katrina

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

10/10 Excellent

Brittney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was top-notch! Theres just a couple minute walk up the boardwalk to get your toes in the sand. We also utilized the large grill in the courtyard which was very convenient. If it wasn’t so hot, we would have utilized the courtyard more because it’s super cute!! Our room wasn’t one of the upgraded renovated rooms, which was fine - there is certainly some wear and tear, as this is an older motel however, it was perfect for a focus of spending time on the beach. The location is also great as there is a Dollar General and a couple restaurants across the street you can walk to. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ernest

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

Valeria

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

8/10 Good

Todd

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

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay at this hotel! The service was truly excellent — warm, welcoming, and personal. Christina, the owner, was absolutely lovely. She spoke to us like old friends, and her kindness really made our experience special. The room was clean and cozy, and overall we felt very comfortable during our stay. The only small suggestions we have would be to add a few more hooks in the bathroom for towels or clothes, a small table or shelf for toiletries, and maybe a couple more wall outlets for convenience. Otherwise, everything was perfect. We’d definitely come back and highly recommend this place to others!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Dana

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

2/10 Terrible

Melanie M

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

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