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.
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
New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 59 min drive
Havelock Station - 40 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
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.
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
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:
Service fee: USD 15 per accommodation, per stay
Optional extras
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 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.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
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. 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 2-minute walk from Emerald Isle Beach and 3 minutes' walk from Beach Wheels Bike Rental. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.
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Reviews
The Beacon Reviews
7.6
Good
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7.6
Cleanliness
7.0
Amenities
8.2
Staff & service
7.8
Eco-friendliness
7.0
Property conditions & facilities
Popular mentions
Beach
Room
Service staff
Location
Bed
Walking
Boardwalks
Companies
Refrigerator
Family friendly
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 13, 2025
Our stay was great would stay again.
Tammy
Tammy, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 3, 2025
Great place!
We enjoyed staying here! The rooms were clean and nice, everyone there was super friendly and if we needed anything we didn’t have to wait long at all to get anything. The owner was there everyday and she made sure we enjoyed our stay. My kids loved it here! Will definitely go back and would recommend staying here to anyone.
Meredith
Meredith, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 20, 2025
Very friendly management, great pricing, clean and well kept.
Gail
Gail, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 16, 2025
Great last minute find!
Great place to stay! Easy boardwalk walk to beach. Lots of fun extras like cornhole, ping pong, bikes, and comfy seating. Owner even has towels, umbrellas, toys, sunscreen, and chairs you can borrow for beach. Very friendly environment.
Melanie
Melanie, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 23, 2025
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
Latrisha
Latrisha, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 19, 2025
We loved staying at the beacon, it was super nice and the boardwalk to the beach and games on the patio were lovely
Fiona
Fiona, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 21, 2025
The staff was great and friendly. Anything we needed, it was supplied - from sunscreen to extra towels.
Very quiet & private.
Rita
Rita, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 19, 2025
Salter Path's best kept secret
This a great privately owned motel. Well maintained and great amenities. Big rooms.
Ernest
Ernest, 2-night trip
2/10 Poor
May 28, 2025
Great location, not
Melanie M
Melanie M, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 20, 2025
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 !
Valeria
Valeria, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 19, 2025
Room was decent. Kitchenette sparsely supplied.
Todd
Todd, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 22, 2025
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
Dana
Dana, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 18, 2025
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.
Brandi
Brandi, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 6, 2024
Best place to stay I would love to stay again when I come back
Kelvin
Kelvin, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Jul 5, 2025
We did not get to stay as they did not have a room for us and called the morning we started traveling to tell us. The person on the phone was very rude and unhelpful.
Kiersten
Kiersten, 2-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jun 11, 2025
The room smelt moldy the people were completely unprofessional. I would not recommend this place to anyone.
Daryl
Daryl, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 10, 2025
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!!
Rochelle
Rochelle, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 5, 2024
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
Tracy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 23, 2024
This hotel has been our secret spot the past 3 years. Easy beach access from our door.
Antonio
Antonio, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 7, 2024
This was our first time staying after the remodel and once again the place did not disappoint.
Jeniffer
Jeniffer, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 5, 2025
My honest review
We had the most incredible time at this cozy beach spot! The place has direct beach access, making it so easy to enjoy the sand and waves. The location offers the perfect view to catch both sunrise and sunset – truly breathtaking. The amenities were top-notch, with a fantastic gas grill for cooking, and everything we needed was readily available. A huge shoutout to Christina, who was absolutely amazing! She went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable and had everything we needed. Her kindness and attentiveness made our stay so much more enjoyable, and she truly made the experience 10x better. This wasn’t our first time staying here, and it definitely won’t be the last. I wouldn’t consider staying anywhere else – this place is a gem! 5 stars all around!
Micah
Micah, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 13, 2024
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
Leslyn, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 12, 2024
Very clean place.
Friendly staff.
Easy access to the beach.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 17, 2024
Small and cute area. Love the private beach access and staff were very accommodating
Ray
Ray, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 15, 2024
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