The Inn on Pamlico Sound

3.5 star property

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Deluxe Room, Balcony, Bay View | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished
Premium Room, Balcony, Bay View | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished
Standard Room, Bay View | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished
Restaurant
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, Buxton Woods Coastal Preserve
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Buxton Seafood
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Frisco Mini Golf and Go Karts
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

Premium Room, Balcony, Bay View

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

Premium Room, Balcony, Bay View

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

Premium Room, Balcony, Partial Sea View

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

Deluxe Room, Balcony, Partial Sea View

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

Deluxe Room, Balcony, Bay View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Bay view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

Deluxe Room, Balcony, Bay View

  • Bay view
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

Deluxe Room, Balcony, Bay View

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

Deluxe Room, Balcony, Bay View

  • Bay view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free wired internet

Standard Room, Bay View

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

Standard Room, Bay View

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

Basic Room, Garden View

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

Standard Room, Bay View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

Basic Room, Garden View

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

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About this property

The Inn on Pamlico Sound

At The Inn on Pamlico Sound, hit the private sand beach where you can enjoy kayaking, then dine on-site at the restaurant.
The Inn on Pamlico Sound offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bathrobes and a hairdryer. 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 an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

A private beach and complimentary bicycles are featured at the inn. Other recreational amenities include a seasonal outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. There are massage/treatment rooms available. Services include facials.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at The Inn on Pamlico Sound. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Buxton Woods Coastal Preserve. You'll find features such as free wired Internet, plus a restaurant and a bar.
  • Free wired Internet
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Full breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Take a swim in the seasonal outdoor pool
  • Services include a concierge, tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage
  • On-site recreation includes a private beach, complimentary bicycles and a playground
  • Steps from Buxton Woods Coastal Preserve and Buxton Seafood
Step outside to unwind on the sandy beach. Summer fun is a breeze at The Inn on Pamlico Sound with activities such as 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.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a full breakfast daily from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
The Inn on Pamlico Sound has a restaurant on site.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 300 square feet of conference space
  • 4 meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On a private beach
  • On the bay
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Facials
  • Treatment room

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 lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2005
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 28-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

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 and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
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.

Payment types at the property

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: from approximately USD 5 for adults and from 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8 AM - 9 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 4:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in information and an access code. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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

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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

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Being early March, it was 55 degrees on day 1 and 69 on day 3. Being from Vermont, any day is a good day to sit at the end of a pier watching the sun rise and/ or set with a coffee/ beer in hand. The restaurant was excellent, with complementary breakfast, and dinner service available.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

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

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donald

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

10/10 Excellent

CORINNA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

TENLEY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bernard

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

Great place

Great customer service
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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