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The Inn on Pamlico Sound

3.5 star property
3.5-star beachfront inn with kayaking

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Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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49684 NC Highway 12, Buxton, NC, 27920
  • Place, Cape Hatteras National Seashore
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Buxton Woods Coastal Preserve
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Buxton Seafood
    ‪3 min walk‬

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Premium Room, Balcony, Bay View

  • Bay view
  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

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Premium Room, Balcony, Bay View

  • Bay view
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon
  • Free wired internet

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Premium Room, Balcony, Partial Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Partial sea view
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

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Deluxe Room, Balcony, Partial Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

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Deluxe Room, Balcony, Bay View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Bay view
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

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Deluxe Room, Balcony, Bay View

  • Bay view
  • 183 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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Deluxe Room, Balcony, Bay View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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Deluxe Room, Balcony, Bay View

  • Bay view
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free wired internet

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Standard Room, Bay View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 140 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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Standard Room, Bay View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 135 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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Basic Room, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 196 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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Standard Room, Bay View | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Room, Bay View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 148 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

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Basic Room, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

About the neighborhood

Buxton

On the beach.Your stay at this inn will put you steps from Buxton Seafood and a 5-minute walk from Buxton Woods Coastal Preserve. Frisco Mini Golf and Go Karts and Pamlico Sound are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Cape Hatteras National Seashore - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Buxton Woods Coastal Preserve - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Buxton Seafood - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Frisco Mini Golf and Go Karts - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Cape Hatteras Lighthouse - 9 min drive - 4.0 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Diamond Shoals Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Angelo's Pizza - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tavern on 12 - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bros Sandwich Shack - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Orange Blossom Bakery & Cafe - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Inn on Pamlico Sound

3.5-star beachfront inn with kayaking
Step outside to unwind on the sand beach. Summer fun is a breeze at The Inn on Pamlico Sound with activities like kayaking and rowing/canoeing.

Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and wired Internet is free in public spaces. This beach inn also offers a seasonal outdoor pool, a garden, and a terrace.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Buxton inn.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 300 sq ft of conference space
  • 28 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2005
  • Deli
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Inn on Pamlico Sound offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with bathrobes and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 28-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

This Buxton inn provides complimentary wired Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are massage/treatment rooms available. Services include facials.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 5 for adults and USD 5 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Paddleboard
  • Playground
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Water sports equipment
  • Winery release events

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 accessible parking spaces
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 28-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 5 for adults and USD 5 for children

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 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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 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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in April and close in October.
  • Reservations are needed for spa treatments. For reservations, contact the inn before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Inn Pamlico Sound Buxton
Inn Pamlico Sound
Pamlico Sound Buxton
Pamlico Sound
The Inn On Pamlico Sound Hotel Buxton
The Inn On Pamlico Sound Hatteras Island, NC - Buxton
The Inn on Pamlico Sound Inn
The Inn on Pamlico Sound Buxton
The Inn on Pamlico Sound Inn Buxton

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Inn on Pamlico Sound to the airport?

The Inn on Pamlico Sound is 139.3 mi (183-min drive) away from the Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Inn on Pamlico Sound?

As of Jun 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Inn on Pamlico Sound on Jun 12, 2026 start from $228, including 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 The Inn on Pamlico Sound have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Inn on Pamlico Sound.

How close is The Inn on Pamlico Sound to the beach?

This inn is on a private beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Inn on Pamlico Sound offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Inn on Pamlico Sound, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 5 for adults and USD 5 for children. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Inn on Pamlico Sound?

No, there is no casino at this inn.

What time is check-in at The Inn on Pamlico Sound?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM.

Is there free parking at The Inn on Pamlico Sound?

Free parking is not available at this inn.

Does The Inn on Pamlico Sound have a pool?

The Inn on Pamlico Sound features a seasonal outdoor pool.

Does The Inn on Pamlico Sound have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Inn on Pamlico Sound have a spa?

This inn doesn't have a spa, but it does offer facials.

How close is The Inn on Pamlico Sound to downtown Buxton?

The Inn on Pamlico Sound is 1.7 mi away from Buxton.

The Inn on Pamlico Sound Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 182 out of 218 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 218 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 218 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 218 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 218 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Alessandra Mac Carthy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and serene for a calm and rejuvenating time away. Great restaurant and family owned
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great on-site restaurant .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
All staff were very personable & helpful. We hope to go back next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location and the food was fantastic!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and excellent restaurant!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

CORINNA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice lodging
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Travis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location and view were excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hospitality at the Inn is superb…ensure to have dinner food is amazing!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The restaurant was outstanding, even had live music the night we were there, plenty of staff, free full sit-down breakfast off the menu.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and view. Rooms and food were outstanding with great service. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The manager and staff were friendly and very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place with very good staff. We will definitely go back.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were so accommodating! We love this place and look forward to seeing them in the near, future. Great on site restaurant, reasonable prices.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such an intimate relaxing place that we will return to soon.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Bernard

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

Great place

Great customer service
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
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6/10 Okay

Wendy

Room was ok not the cleanest ( but building is older so maybe that has something to do with it) they have packed a restaurant, pool, local events and hotel in a small area. Staff was very friendly, good cookies and very greatful for snacks in room upon arrival. For the area it was probably good.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christine

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

Quaint little inn with an outstanding restaurant!

Staff and servers were attentive and friendly, and everything was clean. The complimentary breakfast at the gourmet restaurant far exceeds any other hotel comp. breakfast. The setting on the Pamlico Sound is gorgeous with many decks to enjoy the scenery.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, exceptional dining, we absolutely loved every minute of our stay. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Travis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Inn at Pamlico Sounds is wonderful. My family and I were so impressed by the people, hospitality, location and accommodations. I highly recommend staying here, and we will certainly be staying again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

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

Wonderful service

Amazing location, phenomenal views and delicious food!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Ned

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Restaurant has great food and a sunset view
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Service and staff Exceptional!!! Food was outstanding
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023