Places to stay in Morehead City, North Carolina

Morehead City is a port city in Carteret County, North Carolina. Morehead City celebrated the 150th anniversary of its founding on May 5, 2007. It forms part of the Crystal Coast. Local restaurants include Kidz At Play Family Cafe, Crystal Coast Cuisine, Parrott's On 11th, and Infusion Cafe.

If you are travelling in the area, Morehead City is located close to Newport Elementary School, Crab Point Thorofare, Tar Landing Bay, The Beaufort Original Freewill Baptist Church and Calico Bay.

The center of Morehead City ( which is at is longitude -76°43'31.44 and latitude 34°43'24.24 ) is located 2 miles away from Atlantic Beach and 4 miles away from Beaufort.

Available Morehead City lodging

We currently have 13 accommodations in and around Morehead City.

Morehead City Hotels, Motels, Resorts, B&Bs and Extended Stay

Photograph of Holiday Inn Express, Morehead City
Listing updated 2024
Hotels

Holiday Inn Express

★★★★★★★★
Enjoy Morehead City, NC from Our Hotel's Location Positioned among charming beach communities and just moments from the beautiful Crystal Coast, our hotel's property is perfectly situated for a leisure or business getaway. The Holiday Inn Express .....
"The attitude of the front desk person changed from the beginning when we first began to stay at this location. My husband was on a seven week work assignment for half weeks and I was able to ..... "
5063 Executive Drive
Morehead City, North Carolina
Photograph of Hampton Inn, Morehead City
Listing updated 2025
Hotels

Hampton Inn

Book your stay at our Morehead City, NC hotel. Designed with your comfort in mind, Hampton Inn offers free WiFi and hot breakfast daily.
4035 Arendell Street
Morehead City, North Carolina
Hotels

Bask Hotel At Big Rock Landing

Our Bask Hotel at Big Rock Landing, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member will refresh and revive your senses. Our smoke-free is close to the Historic Beaufort Waterfront, NC Aquarium at Pine Knowll Shores and Fort Macon State Park. Each guest can .....
814 Shepard Street
Morehead City, North Carolina
Photograph of Quality Hotel, Morehead City
Listing updated 2024
Hotels

Quality Hotel

Fall in love with the vibrant waterfront town of Morehead City at our Quality® Hotel. Conveniently located off Highway 70, guests can check into spacious rooms with plenty of nearby restaurants and shopping.
3100 Arendell Street
Morehead City, North Carolina
Photograph of Econo Lodge, Morehead City
Listing updated 2024
Hotels

Econo Lodge

★★★★★★
From the sound to the sea, this part of North Carolina is one of the state’s most beautiful and historic vacation gems. When you stay with us at the Econo Lodge® Crystal Coast in Morehead City, exploring the area is easy, and easy on your wallet, too..
"Good deal for the price you pay."
3410 Bridges Street
Morehead City, North Carolina
Hotels

Buccaneer Inn

The Buccaneer Inn Morehead City, a Magnuson Hotels affiliate, offers plenty for the tourist, from boardwalk boutiques and antique shops to tours of Fort Macon and the North Carolina Maritime Museum, all with easy access to a shopping mall and water sports.
2806 Arendell Street
Morehead City, North Carolina
Motels

Morehead Motor Inn

3300 Arendell Street
Morehead City, North Carolina
Hotels

Budget Inn

4127 Arendell Street
Morehead City, North Carolina
Bed & Breakfasts

The Lighthouse Inn

2300 Bridges Street
Morehead City, North Carolina

Morehead City Camping & RV, Cottages, Rentals and Lodges / Ranches

Vacation Rentals

Atlantic Beach Realty

Approx 2 miles away in Atlantic Beach:

Lose yourself in the endless adventure along North Carolina's coastline. Atlantic Beach, which rests on a beloved barrier island by the mainland, is alive with summer thrills.
513 Atlantic Beach Causeway
Atlantic Beach, North Carolina
Vacation Rentals

The Red Dog Inn Carriage House

Approx 4 miles away in Beaufort:

The Red Dog Inn Carriage House Condo offers dog friendly and family friendly lodging accommodations located just half a block from the historic Beaufort, North Carolina waterfront. Enjoy walking along the waterfront with your special someone (2 legged or 4 legged).
113 Pollock Street
Beaufort, North Carolina
Vacation Rentals

Cannon & Gruber

Approx 2 miles away in Atlantic Beach:

Our vacation rentals provide you with the ease and access of the beach, but also the local area attractions.
509 Atlantic Beach Causeway
Atlantic Beach, North Carolina
Vacation Rental
205 Brandywine Place Drive
Morehead City, North Carolina
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Things to see and do, places to eat in Morehead City

Photograph of Prime Bistro Wine Bar, Morehead City
Prime Bistro Wine Bar

4 Corners Diner ( / Diner ). Located at 100 East Fort Macon Road, Atlantic Beach, 2 miles from the center of Morehead City. The oldest restaurant location in Atlantic Beach, N.C.! Throughout the years longtime 4 Corners Diner customers may remember it as Davis Seafood, Tommy’s Pancake House, or Dine 39. In the early 90’s it became known as 4 Corners Diner. In 2021 the restaurant changed hands yet again.Anita Young, the current owner, along with her daughter Amy, her sisters Ruby & Rita, and co-owner Jess would like to welcome you! 4cornersdiner.com Link

Prime Bistro Wine Bar ( Dining / Steak ). Located at 4031 Arendell Street. We invite guests into an elevated dining experience that marries the classic with the contemporary, featuring wood-fired steaks, fine seafood, house-made pasta, and a robust wine menu. www.eatprimebistro.com Link

Promise’ Land Market ( Dining / Pubs / Bars ). Located at 909-B Arendell Street. Promise Land Market opened in 2013 in Downtown Morehead City near the historic Promise Land district named by folks who relocated there following a hurricane that devasted the area. In order to bring fine wine, craft beer, and artisanal cheese plates to Morehead City, David Quinn and Gerhardt Schnibben, local friends, worked to create a rustic, coastal vibe with historic roots. Using reclaimed wood from David's farm, flooring from the Carteret Lanes Bowling alley, the Old Morehead Mansion planks, and lots of vintage photos, Promise Land has a retro, cozy vibe that celebrates the past while embracing modern values of locally sourced, small production, North Carolina food, wine, and cocktails as much as possible. www.promiselandmarket.com Link

El’s Drive-in ( Dining / Fast Food ). Located at 3706 Arendell Street. El’s Drive-In out of Morehead City, NC has been serving up mouth watering fried chicken and barbeque since 1959. As a result of our daily made fresh food, friendly and fun customer service — we are proud to be serving 3rd generation regulars. www.elsdrivein.com Link

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