3.5 Star Hotel

The Inn on Pamlico Sound

49684 Nc Highway 12, Buxton, NC, United States View Map

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The Inn on Pamlico Sound

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Beautiful Location The Inn on Pamlico Sound in Buxton offers a private beach area, swimming pool with a view, sun terrace, and lush gardens. Guests enjoy free WiFi, water sports facilities, and an outdoor fireplace. Comfortable Accommodations Rooms feature air-conditioning, private bathrooms, balconies, and sea views. Additional amenities include a hot tub, pool with a view, and family rooms. Free on-site parking is available. Dining Experience The family-friendly restaurant serves American, seafood, steakhouse, Thai, local, and international cuisines. Breakfast includes champagne, local specialties, and vegetarian options. Evening entertainment and live music enhance the dining experience. Activities and Attractions Guests can enjoy fishing, yoga classes, canoeing, hiking, cycling, and more. Nearby attractions include Cape Hatteras Lighthouse (3.7 mi) and Avon Fishing Pier (8.7 mi). Highly rated for its breakfast and scenic location.

151 Reviews

9.0Exceptional

What Guests Say

  • “Staff, excellent breakfast, location”
  • “The property was wonderful! The location was beautiful, and the view made it even better. The owner Steven was the perfect host, and he…”
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Top Amenities

  • Swimming Pool
  • Restaurant
  • Free Internet Access
  • Free Parking
  • Spa
  • Fitness Center
  • Accessible Rooms / Facilities
  • Beachfront
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1 King View1/4

1 King View

227 sqft • 1 King, 1 Sofabed

  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Balcony
  • Bath or Shower
Queen Room1/4

Queen Room

140 sqft • 1 Queen

  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Alcohol
  • Baby Cot
King View1/2

King View

216 sqft • 1 King, 1 Sofabed

  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Alcohol
  • Baby Cot
Queen Room with Sea View1/4

Queen Room with Sea View

140 sqft • 1 Queen, 1 Sofabed

  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Bath or Shower
  • Bathrobe(s)
Standard King Room1/4

Standard King Room

216 sqft • 1 King, 1 Sofabed

  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Balcony
  • Bath or Shower
King Room with Sea View1/4

King Room with Sea View

183 sqft • 1 King

  • Accessible bath/shower
  • Accessible toilet
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock

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    What Guests Loved

    9
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    Based on 151 reviews

    Pros +

    • Staff, excellent breakfast, location
    • Everything
    • The property was wonderful! The location was beautiful, and the view made it even better. The owner Steven was the perfect host, and he and his staff were very welcoming and attentive.

    Cons -

    • The resturant was excellent for breakfast, however, it was a bit pricy for dinner. It all tasted very delicious, however, it would have been nice to have some price levels to choose from.
    • Everything was great!
    • The wind was strong so I didn't get to walk the grounds & It made for some unexpected noises through the night ?.. unfortunately!
    10Verified Hotel GuestPosted on: 10-5-2019

    Staff, excellent breakfast, location

    10RolandPosted on: 3-16-2025

    Everything

    10StevenPosted on: 1-19-2026

    The property was wonderful! The location was beautiful, and the view made it even better. The owner Steven was the perfect host, and he and his staff were very welcoming and attentive.

    The resturant was excellent for breakfast, however, it was a bit pricy for dinner. It all tasted very delicious, however, it would have been nice to have some price levels to choose from.

    10SandraPosted on: 12-23-2025

    We loved the place and we will go back again! The stuff was wonderful, the food in the restaurant, the common areas, the cozy bedroom...

    Everything was great!

    9ShirleyPosted on: 12-3-2025

    Our room was upgraded to a comfy king bed with a beautiful view of Pamlico Sound. Coffee was available every morning at 7 a.m. and yummy cookies at 3 p.m every afternoon. Staff was courteous and accommodating.

    10RobynPosted on: 10-18-2025

    From the moment I get out of my car.. warm cookies, attentive professional yet Island laid back people, nature & a wonderful Room with a view & comfortable bed too stretch out on until I went for dinner which was EXCELLENT!! Scallops Carbonara ?

    The wind was strong so I didn't get to walk the grounds & It made for some unexpected noises through the night ?.. unfortunately!

    10CassandraPosted on: 9-2-2025

    We love this place! The warm welcome upon arrival by the owner, professional staff, amazing breakfast, the room and fine linens, the property and lovely sunsets! The evening ambiance with award winning dinners! Would highly recommend staying here! We have found a hidden gem!

    9VictoriaPosted on: 8-6-2025

    The property was right on the Sound, which was lovely. It seems to be a gathering place as they had live entertainment in the evening. The cafe was a real convenience with breakfast complementary. Pool available.

    Everything was fine

    10VanessaPosted on: 7-8-2025

    The view to the sound was outstanding. The food was delicious and the staff are incredibly friendly.

    10LyndonPosted on: 7-8-2025

    Amazing experience — we used the included kayak and SUP and enjoyed the fantastic breakfast. Extraordinarily solicitous and pleasant staff.

    2MichaelPosted on: 7-4-2025

    Pictures aren’t recent Not worth the price paid

    Musty / moldy smell in the room Overgrown vegetationShared frig and microwave in hallway odd!Older mattress uncomfortable sleepingLots of peeling paintPre charged gratuity for meals no matter cost

    8BrianPosted on: 4-30-2025

    The restaurant, staff and location

    The room was a little small

    10KatePosted on: 3-7-2025

    Lovely room with beautiful view. Great attention to detail. Friendly accommodating staff. Awesome dining option on the property with delicious meals. We will definitely return!

    10JosephPosted on: 12-12-2024

    The room was comfortable and inviting with a nice view. I liked there was a connection to the restaurant without having to go outside. Really liked the duel headed shower idea.

    The front of the place gave the impression of a low rated inn. It caused us to feel unsure about the place. But the inside was cozy.Lastly, the main light in our room didn’t turn on

    8DeborahPosted on: 10-9-2024

    The view of the sound, the boardwalk, deck and firepit. Great breakfast included. The restaurant at the inn was perfect after a long drive. Food was delicious. Yoga on the patio and a very cute outdoor pool.

    A little room refresh would go a long way in this very cute inn.

    8DirkPosted on: 10-8-2024

    Excellent breakfast. Calm location. Breathtaking views of the sunset from the room.

    Prices are a bit on the high side for room and diner.

    1JamesPosted on: 9-13-2024

    nothing rude and smelly staff. we left because of a number of things. and let them keep our money. not worth the stay to us we went somewhere else and had a great time!

    a lot

    5StevenPosted on: 8-15-2024

    I liked that it was down on the southern end of the outer banks. Nice and quiet there. The inn is quant and the rooms are nice. Being on the sound side was not conducive to swimming. Also there is a constant pungent smell on the sound side.

    The owner was arrogant. He didn’t like me questioning the bill. I felt like we were black listed after that and the service became very slow. For example we waited at the hostess stand at the restaurant in front of the hostess for several minutes without being spoken to. It was like we were invisible. We were the only guests there at the time! The owner told us more than once that the restaurant on the property was the best one in the area We ate breakfast and dinner there and the food was average but very expensive. The next evening we drove down the road a few blocks and got delicious shrimp at half the price

    10KarenPosted on: 7-24-2024

    Absolutely a dream. I am so happy I took the chance of staying on the Bay Side of the island. The Inn on Pamlico Sound is an absolute treasure, I felt almost like I was on another planet. The sky & the ocean were nearly the same color & I took break-taking photos! The breakfast, cookies, jacuzzi tub, bathrobes (we bought one to take home!), resort clothing (I bought two soft hoodies) the VIEW & staff were the highlights!

    I would be advised it is a newlywed destination… the couple above us had a really fun night, thankfully my 17 year old son found it humorous. ;)

    10SusannaPosted on: 6-30-2024

    The breakfast was delicious, we did not have to add any seasoning to the food it was perfect. Our hostess Willow which we had both mornings was a wonderful, sweet, excellent person. We loved her personality, so much, she was so helpful and also the most beautiful smile.

    Our hot tub in our room was not working, the last night we were there my husband figured out that the outlet had to be reset. We are on our honeymoon and that would have been wonderful to use.

    Amenities & Policies

    Amenities

    Swimming & Soaking

    • Beachfront
    • Swimming Pool
    • Fence around pool
    • Kids' pool
    • Outdoor pool
    • Pool with view
    • Private beach
    • Salt-water pool

    Fitness & Spa

    • Fitness Center
    • Spa

    Food & Drinks

    • Restaurant

    Media & Technology

    • Free Internet Access

    Transportation

    • Free Parking
    • Accessible parking

    Health & Safety

    • Health Services
    • Daily disinfection

    Accessibility

    • Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
    • Accessible toilet
    • Facilities for disabled guests available
    • Wheelchair accessible

    Kid Friendly

    • Family Friendly

    General

    • No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
    • Themed dinner nights
    • Yoga classes

    Guest policies

    Check-inAfter 4:00 PM
    Check-outBefore 0:00 AM
    InternetFree Wi-Fi is available.
    ParkingFree parking is available.
    Children & Extra BedsChildren of all ages are welcome.
    PetsPets are not allowed.
    Room RatesAll rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted.

    Important info

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Location

    The Inn on Pamlico Sound

    49684 Nc Highway 12, Buxton, NC

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