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#1 of 2 inns in Oak IslandLocation
4.6
Rooms
4.5
Value
4.8
Cleanliness
4.7
Service
4.7
Sleep Quality
4.8
Finding an ideal charming inn in Oak Island does not have to be difficult. Welcome to Oak Island Inn, a nice option for travelers like you.
Rooms at Oak Island Inn offer air conditioning and a refrigerator providing exceptional comfort and convenience, and guests can go online with free wifi.
A pool will also help to make your stay even more special. If you are driving to Oak Island Inn, free parking is available.
Oak Island has plenty of Asian restaurants. So when you’re here, be sure to check out popular spots like Thai by the Sea and Thai by the Sea, which are serving up some great dishes.
If you are interested in exploring Oak Island, check out a lighthouse, such as Oak Island Lighthouse.
Oak Island Inn puts the best of Oak Island at your fingertips, making your stay both relaxing and enjoyable.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Internet
Pool
Outdoor pool
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Non-smoking hotel
Room features
Air conditioning
Microwave
Refrigerator
Flatscreen TV
Room types
Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
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Family
Location
8101 E Oak Island Dr, Oak Island, NC 28465-8060
Getting there
Somewhat walkable
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My friend and I were on a road trip and I can't say enough good things about our experience here. We called last minute around 8 am and by the time we arrived about 2 hours later they had a room ready for us and we were checked in. It's a charming little place and so CLEAN...in fact of all the places we stayed on this 10 day trip, including some big name (more expensive) hotels, this was by far the cleanest and best maintained room. Rooms have been completely updated including tile floors and fun, beach decor. I was so impressed I took some pics! Thank you John and Buffy for welcoming us into the Oak Island Inn family and helping us out with great places to eat and things to see! We will be back!!
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Date of stay: February 2020
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Room Tip:Â Quiet and charming!
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A family owned and operated motel. Cozy and and very clean. Although not on the ocean it’s within walking distance so you can enjoy the spectacular sunsets or you can sit in the chairs on the porch and enjoy the company of the other guests and staff.
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Date of stay: June 2021Trip type: Traveled with family
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My husband and I stayed here this weekend. When I say the owners are friendly and go out of their way to make your stay as nice as possible… that would be an understatement. The rooms are thoroughly cleaned and if there any issues at all.. they do not hesitate to be at your door within minutes. I do believe this will be our new place to stay when we visit Oak Island. I really enjoyed this trip!
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Date of stay: August 2021Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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My Wife was searching for a last minute Father's Day weekend trip to the area and ran across this motel. We have driven by it many, many times and never gave it a thought. The pics of the rooms looked good, and the price was reasonable, so we took a chance. Glad we did. The room was nicely remodeled and very clean. Staff was helpful and friendly. We will be back for sure.
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Date of stay: June 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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My wife and I were at Oak Island for the weekend and stayed at the Oak Island Inn. I met John & Buffy Narcice and their daughter who helps run the place. They take alot of pride in caring for this place and it really shows. Great place to stay. Highly recommend! John is a fellow alumni of Marshall University. Really enjoyed meeting and talking with him.
Jeff Spaulding
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Date of stay: May 2021Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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The Owners have disapeared and a new person has taken over. A bit cold reception and doesn't know how things work. It s a shame that a compromised property is now reduced to a lower level of service. I wish it was the same.
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Date of stay: June 2020
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Room Tip:Â Choose an end room.
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Response from John Narcise, Owner at Oak Island Inn
Responded Jul 9, 2020
Thank you for you review of our place. We are sorry your stay was unsatisfactory. We would really like to talk to you about your last stay here at the Oak Island Inn. Please give us a call at 910-278-1689 at your convenience. My wife and I are the owners and are still here with our daughter Savannah and nephew Dylan. All family.
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Our experience was amazing! This family owned business is family. The rooms all have the beach decor. Very clean. Short walk to the beach, the beach is beautiful. The pool was great after a day at the beach! This is our 3rd stay here. Planning on going again next year.
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Traveled with friends
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We always look for the perfect Mom and Pop's motel and this is it!!! The rooms are VERY clean and John and Buffy (the owners) make sure of it! We love the hospitality and family environment. THIS is the only place we stay when we come down and we come down several times through the year. For someone to find something wrong with this motel they would have to be knick pickers. It is NOT the Hilton and nor do they say that it is...but I can promise you, you will enjoy your stay! We will be back soon!
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Date of stay: July 2015Trip type: Traveled with family
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It was not what we had expected based on the photos on Facebook. We arrived staff was nice enough but, it is and older hotel that has been remodeled but, it atmosphere and what we saw was not very appealing. We enter the room and the walls had been redone in wood paneling and beds and decor was ok but, the floor look dirty with marks and there was a smell that was overwhelming and I could hardly breathe. Outside the room they had chairs with tables with silver pots for smokers and the whole area smelled like cirgarette smoke. The grass around the outside of the building was not cut and had growth and the surrounding look junkie to me. A view of the pool water didnt like clear and clean kinda of greenish cloudy, Very unhappy with the hotel and decided not to stay due to my health issues and breathing. The owner was nice and was working with us to refund part of the money still waiting for it to go back into out account. If you wanna have a relaxing vacation I would not recommend here you will have to drive to beach and they have more work to do to make it a desirable place to stay.
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Date of stay: July 2015Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Our experience was fantastic. From the very first phone call till the end of our stay the owners and their nephew did everything in their power to make sure our stay was satisfactory. I had a 10 month old child and a dog in tow, and they still made sure I had everything I needed regardless of the time. The room was super clean, and they even provided a broom in the room as well. Which was huge when you brought sand in from the beach, which we all know is impossible to prevent. The pool was very clean and well maintained. I honestly can not say enough good things about this place. Would definitely stay again!
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Date of stay: June 2018Trip type: Traveled with family
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We are here now & its $99 a night so I'm assuming the price would be the same
Yes, I've seen several people with small dogs here
"Unique decor.1 or 2 queens. Microwave, fridge & coffee.Quiet a/c.Repeat guests=safe & friendly. Personal porch chairs & table."Read full review
PRICE RANGE
$180 - $312 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
United StatesNorth CarolinaNorth Carolina CoastOak Island
NUMBER OF ROOMS
16
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Frequently Asked Questions about Oak Island Inn
Which popular attractions are close to Oak Island Inn?
Nearby attractions include Haag and Sons Seafood (0.1 miles), Oak Island Pier (0.4 miles), and The Hoarders (0.3 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Oak Island Inn?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, a pool, and free parking.
Which room amenities are available at Oak Island Inn?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, a flat screen TV, and a refrigerator.
What are some restaurants close to Oak Island Inn?
Conveniently located restaurants include Old Bridge Diner, Shagger Jacks, and Swain Seafood Shack.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Oak Island Inn?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Are pets allowed at Oak Island Inn?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Are there any historical sites close to Oak Island Inn?
Many travelers enjoy visiting Bald Head Island Lighthouse (5.3 miles).