INLET INN NC, Beaufort

Inlet Inn Nc - Waterfront hotel in historic Beaufort

Located on Beaufort's waterfront, Inlet Inn provides views of Taylor's Creek and Carrot Island. Built in 1985, the hotel offers continental breakfast delivered to rooms daily. The property features a fourth-floor Widow's Walk balcony and lounge with a grand piano for events up to 50 guests. On-site amenities include Tesla charging stations, an elevator, and a gift shop with local items and beverages. The hotel is within walking distance to restaurants, shops, the North Carolina Maritime Museum, and water taxi services to Shackleford Banks and Cape Lookout. Fort Macon State Park is 3 km away.

Additional perks of the hotel

Free parking (1 spot per room) with additional options nearby

Green Travel Award-winning hotel with eco-friendly practices

Coins for Conservation program supporting local environmental organizations

Lookout Lounge with coastal library and art gallery

Rooftop Widow's Walk with panoramic harbor views

Quiet courtyard garden

Golf cart access throughout town

Room Options

The hotel offers 36 rooms across multiple floors. First Floor Kings feature waterfront balconies with Taylor's Creek views, private dining areas for two, and NC-made Kingsdown mattresses. Six first-floor suites include balconies and fireplaces (operational mid-October through mid-March). Second and third-floor rooms offer waterfront or urban views with window seats. The Family Suite accommodates up to six guests with one king bed, two twin beds, and a pullout sofa. The Hideaway provides a queen bed with a walk-in closet in a downstairs location.

Other conveniences

Free continental breakfast delivered to rooms

Fireplaces in select first-floor rooms (seasonal use)

Private balconies with rocking chairs in most rooms

Flat-screen TVs with cable channels

Mini-fridges and microwaves

Air conditioning and ceiling fans

Free toiletries and hairdryers

Seating and dining areas

Gluten-free breakfast options available