Econo Lodge Crystal Coast

2.0 star property
Motel perfectly located for exploring Morehead City

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Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (Smoking)

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Morehead City

City center stay.Within a 15-minute walk of the motel, you'll find Carteret Community College and Morehead Plaza Shopping Center. Big Rock Stadium and Arts and Things Gallery are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Carteret Community College - 1 min drive - 0.4 miles
  • Big Rock Stadium - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Coral Bay Shopping Center - 6 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Morehead City Port - 7 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Triple S Marina - 9 min drive - 5.9 miles

Getting around

  • Havelock Station - 24 min drive
  • Albert J. Ellis Airport (OAJ) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jimmy John's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Lowes Foods - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Cox Family Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Cookout - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪El's Drive-In - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Econo Lodge Crystal Coast

Motel perfectly located for exploring Morehead City
Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Econo Lodge Crystal Coast. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Morehead City motel.

  • 56 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 2001
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
Econo Lodge Crystal Coast offers 56 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Cable television is provided. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

This Morehead City motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

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
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 20
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 20
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 14 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in fee: USD 20 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 20 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

We should mention

  • Children 14 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Econo Lodge Crystal Coast to the airport?

Econo Lodge Crystal Coast is 32.1 mi (43-min drive) away from the New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Econo Lodge Crystal Coast?

As of Oct 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Econo Lodge Crystal Coast on Nov 2, 2025 start from $70.0, 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.

Does Econo Lodge Crystal Coast have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Econo Lodge Crystal Coast.

How close is Econo Lodge Crystal Coast to the beach?

This motel is 3.1 mi (5-min drive) from Circle Regional Beach Access and 3.8 mi (6-min drive) from Les and Sally Moore Public Beach Access. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Econo Lodge Crystal Coast offer free breakfast?

Econo Lodge Crystal Coast offers free continental breakfast every day.

Is there a casino at Econo Lodge Crystal Coast?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Econo Lodge Crystal Coast?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Early check-in costs USD 20 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Econo Lodge Crystal Coast?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Econo Lodge Crystal Coast have a pool?

Econo Lodge Crystal Coast does not have a pool.

Does Econo Lodge Crystal Coast have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Econo Lodge Crystal Coast to downtown Morehead City?

Econo Lodge Crystal Coast is 1.5 mi away from Morehead City.

Reviews

Econo Lodge Crystal Coast Reviews

6.4

6.6/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 135 out of 628 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 159 out of 628 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 133 out of 628 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 95 out of 628 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 106 out of 628 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

guillermo

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
It was good when I first walked in but later that same night when I got back to the room I noticed that there was roaches on the night stand and I also noticed that there was no hair dryer where it was supposed to be but overall everything else was pretty good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Russell

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Your typical motel stop

Overall it property showed its age a bit, but the rooms had been renovated not too long ago. No frills room, but did its job
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

sarah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

A good deal for what you pay

A good motel for the money. It had comfortable beds, and a clean shower. Very close to the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quite and close to water ways
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Alexandra

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for a short stay and rest overnight. Somehow there were no towels in the room. Only a hand towel by the sink. Convenient parking. No elevator. Clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Tonya

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Anthony

I didn’t like nothing
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chelcie

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place for laying your head at night. Bathroom was less than acceptable, but everything else was fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Alexis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great, safe location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lauri

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My refrigerator did not work it was full of ice Frozen needed to be cleaned no working ice machine going on a fishing trip so that did not help me whatsoever I was told to buy my own ice supply it myself which I did which was an extra expense the food was not what it was shown to be maybe a few pieces of bread, the only thing that I did like maybe a pastry or powdered donut was not there very slim pickings.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kary

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

William

Liked: Staff & service
N/A
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Walter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay! Recently remodeled. No problems, except there was no place to hang clothes. Great improvements to the rooms. We have been staying at this location for several years and will continue. Best price in the area. Would recommend this motel.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Joshua

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I did not smoke in the room 2 hours after I checked out, they charged $300 to ny credit card. I called my bank and reported that it is a fraud charge
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was AWESOME!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

anthony daniel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well maintained
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s been updated, painted and gave me good value for the money
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerry, Rittman

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, friendly staff. Would stay again!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Jacquelyn

Traveled with family
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025