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The Beacon

2.0 star property
Motel in Salter Path

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Beach nearby, beach umbrellas
Exterior
Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms - Not Pet Friendly | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
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Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms - Not Pet Friendly | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

7.4 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
Feel at home
  • Microwave
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
The price is $87
includes taxes & fees
$77 per night
Dec 24 - Dec 25

Room options

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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

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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

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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

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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

View all photos for Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms - Not Pet Friendly

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
Shower/tub combination
2 bathrooms
  • 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 - 0.3 km
  • North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores - 8 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Country Club of the Crystal Coast - 10 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier - 14 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Fort Macon State Park - 18 min drive - 17.8 km

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

Hotel size

  • 23 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

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

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

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

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

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

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

Internet

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

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.

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

2/10 Poor

Awful. Unable to sleep both nights due to room next to us fighting and barking dogs.
Kelley, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

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
Verified Hotels.com guest review

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
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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

4/10 Fair

Pricy for what it is. Rooms are clean, but painfully basic. Two beds- that’s it. Very small bathroom with no outlet. One small mirror that was coming unlaminated- very old. Insufficient linens for a two night stay. Rickety walk way over the dunes to the beach, which is a hike. There has been an attempt to update the property, but it’s a work in progress and that progress seems to have bypassed our room.
Ken, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

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 romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Gary, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Very clean place. Friendly staff. Easy access to the beach.
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

lucyna, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

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
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Tamil, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

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
Verified Hotels.com guest review

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 family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

The room spelled, the bathroom was dirty, old fixtures, dirty washcloth. Used dry wall screws to install mirrors. The windows in the back of the room had no curtains, they were frosted but let the morning sun shine through. Cheap pillows and bed linens. Just not worth the money we spent.
Holly, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

casey, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

No complaints due to price, but I was trying to book for this coming weekend and the prices went up
Milton, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

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 family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Cute spot with lots of room to grow
We visit the Crystal Coast regularly and have been staying at a wide variety of housing in the last year. Though there wasn’t anything major wrong with this cute lil motel, there were quite a few small issues that could benefit some attention: our room didn’t look like any of the rooms on the hotels.com website, the name has changed, (while all of the communications I got said “Salter Path Inn” all of the signage said “The Beacon”.) We ended up passing the spot several times and I questioned my sanity because I thought I knew where the SP Inn was. We arrived well before the office was listed as closing, but ended up doing a version of contactless check in -never having met any staff person during our stay. Our bathroom sink was clogged and we didn’t have anyone to tell. (Having a communication box similar to the check-in box might help if staff are away from the front office during open office times.) The coffee maker didn’t work, the bathroom door was difficult to fully close, and there was a gaping hole exposing mold in the bathroom. Aside from those minor issues, it was a cute spot, the back patio was cool, access to the beach was easy to find, and there are good food spots nearby. We loved the larger fridge and kitchenette (even left some spoons as the room was wanting). We may visit again, but will wait for more renovations to be completed.
Shawna, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Less than desirable
Poor front desk service. No one was there when we arrived there were notes left in mailbox which we didn't realize till we had waited 30 plus minutes. No staff even knew where the front desk staff were but she did try to help. eventually she checked the mailbox and we realized the keys were in there.I was charged for having a pet and didn't have one, and never received a refund despite asking for it 3 times. Dishes were dirty with dirt and hair on them and very little silverware was available. Outdoor area and private beach was nice. Wifi was terrible and wasn't given a password anyway. Probably because I made no contact with an actual person when I arrived. I never asked for it at a later time because the data on my phone was faster than the 2g they offered so just used that. I would not stay here again unless a lot of improvement was made.
Tammy, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

David, 2-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place to relax with your family.
Christy, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

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
Verified Hotels.com guest review

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 family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Estefani, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

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 with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review