Hatteras Island Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Cape Hatteras Lighthouse

Where to stay in Hatteras Island

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South Rodanthe

While visiting South Rodanthe, you might make a stop by sights like Rodanthe Beach and Pamlico Sound.

South Rodanthe
Amazing sunset

Hatteras Colony

Though Hatteras Colony may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Salvo Beach and Rodanthe Beach.

Hatteras Colony
Sunset beach sunrise North Carolina

Brigands' Bay

If you're spending some time in Brigands' Bay, Cape Hatteras National Seashore and Pamlico Sound are top sights worth seeing.

Brigands' Bay
Cape Hatteras Island in North Carolina beach town USA

Wimble Shores

While Wimble Shores isn't home to many top sights, Salvo Beach and Rodanthe Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Wimble Shores
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Spindrift Banks

Spindrift Banks might not have many top sights, but Salvo Beach and Rodanthe Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Spindrift Banks
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Ocean Isle Estates

While Ocean Isle Estates isn't home to many top sights, Hatteras Island Boardsports and Surf's Up are some notable places to visit nearby.

Ocean Isle Estates
Hatteras Island Inn

Hatteras Island Inn

2 out of 5
46745 Hwy 12 Buxton NC
The price is Rp1.191.209 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
Rp1.191.209
Rp1.343.089 total
18 Feb - 19 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Buxton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
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Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

Hatteras Island Inn
Lighthouse View Oceanfront Lodging

Lighthouse View Oceanfront Lodging

3.5 out of 5
46677 Hwy 12 Buxton NC
The price is Rp1.663.002 per night from 5 Feb to 6 Feb
Rp1.663.002
Rp1.874.993 total
5 Feb - 6 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Buxton. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (530 reviews)
Great communication

Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026

Lighthouse View Oceanfront Lodging
Cape Hatteras Motel

Cape Hatteras Motel

2 out of 5
46556 North Carolina Hwy 12 Buxton NC
The price is Rp1.926.710 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
Rp1.926.710
Rp2.237.537 total
18 Feb - 19 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach motel in Buxton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Uncle Eddy's Frozen Custard and 18-Hole Mini Golf ...
7.6/10 Good! (54 reviews)
Room was great,

Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025

Cape Hatteras Motel
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Hatteras Sands Camping Resort

Hatteras Sands Camping Resort

2 out of 5
57316 Eagle Pass Road Hatteras NC
Stay at this campsite in Hatteras. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (465 reviews)
Love the tiny cabins and the area in general for a relaxing getaway. Friendly staff too! Will visit again (have been many times before)

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Hatteras Sands Camping Resort
The Villas at Hatteras Landing by Kees Vacations

The Villas at Hatteras Landing by Kees Vacations

3.5 out of 5
58822 Marina Way Hatteras NC
Stay at this holiday home in Hatteras. Enjoy free parking, cable TV channels and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Hatteras Landing Shopping Center ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (241 reviews)
Clean. Great location. Close to ferry. Beautiful sunset

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026

The Villas at Hatteras Landing by Kees Vacations
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Cape Hatteras Lighthouse featuring a lighthouse

Cape Hatteras Lighthouse

This soaring brick lighthouse is among the very tallest in North America. It’s a great place to learn about American maritime history.

Cape Hatteras Lighthouse
Aerial View of Beach Homes in Rodanthe North Carolina With Pilings in the Water at High Tide on a Sunny Day

Rodanthe Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Rodanthe Beach during your trip to Rodanthe? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Rodanthe Beach
One of the longest pier I see

Avon Fishing Pier

After visiting Avon Fishing Pier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Avon. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Avon Fishing Pier
Ocean Pier in Golden Light of Sunrise

Rodanthe Pier

Rodanthe Pier is just one of the places to see in Rodanthe, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the beaches in this family-friendly area.

Rodanthe Pier
Bodie Island Light Station, Outer Banks, North Carolina, USA

Hatteras Village Park

Explore the great outdoors at Hatteras Village Park, a lovely green space in Hatteras. Amble around the area's beaches or seek out its fishing spots.

Hatteras Village Park
Tourist enjoy hiking the Buxton Woods Trail located in the Outer Banks, Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Dare County, North Carolina.

Buxton Woods Nature Trail

You can take time to visit Buxton Woods Nature Trail during your travels to Buxton. Wander the beautiful beaches in this quaint area.

Buxton Woods Nature Trail

Cities near Hatteras Island

Seaside homes in Rodanthe, North Carolina; Shutterstock ID 517092799

Rodanthe