The Islander Inn

2.5 star property

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On the beach, white sand
Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool, sun loungers
Ocean View, Standard 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk
Exterior
Pool views, open select days

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
$116
$103 nightly
$116 total
Total with taxes and fees
Dec 13 - Dec 14

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57 West 1st St., Ocean Isle Beach, NC, 28469
  • Place, Ocean Isle Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Museum of Coastal Carolina
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Holden Beach
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Airport, Myrtle Beach, SC (MYR-Myrtle Beach Intl.)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Room options

Ocean View, Standard 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(64 reviews)
  • 320 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Ocean View, Standard 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(93 reviews)
  • 320 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Island View, Standard 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(49 reviews)
  • 320 sq ft
  • Canal view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Ocean Isle Beach

With a stay at The Islander Inn in Ocean Isle Beach, you'll be 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Ocean Isle Beach and 9 mi (14.5 km) from The Pearl Golf Links. .This beach hotel is 12.5 mi (20.1 km) from Brunswick Plantation Golf Resort and 13.9 mi (22.4 km) from Big M Casino Gaming Yacht.

What's nearby

  • Ocean Isle Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Museum of Coastal Carolina - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Holden Beach - 27 min drive - 20.6 miles
  • North Myrtle Beach Beaches - 30 min drive - 22.2 miles
  • Myrtle Beach Boardwalk - 49 min drive - 42.6 miles

Getting around

  • Myrtle Beach Intl. Airport (MYR) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sharky's Restaurant & Marina - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Ocean Isle Fish Company Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Chunky Salsa - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Manor House Dinette - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Winds Resort Beach Club "The Thirsty Tiki - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Islander Inn

Beachside hotel to enjoy indoor pool and white sand beach
The Islander Inn offers 70 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, designer toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

An indoor pool, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a hot tub are on site.

Children under 17 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or hot tub without adult supervision.

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

Make yourself at home in one of the 70 guestrooms featuring microwaves. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature designer toiletries and hair dryers.
Take advantage of recreational opportunities offered, including an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a seasonal outdoor pool. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, wedding services, and a vending machine.
Relax with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7 AM to 10 AM.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, laundry facilities, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 7 AM and 10 AM.
The Sandy Dollar - This bar is located by the pool.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar

Restaurants on site

  • The Sandy Dollar

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • 7 buildings
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 23

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities will be closed during the winter:
  • One of the swimming pools
  • Bar/Lounge

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • A late check-out fee will be charged

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 25 years old
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from May to September
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Children under 17 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or hot tub without adult supervision

Property is also known as

Islander Inn
Islander Inn Ocean Isle Beach
Islander Ocean Isle Beach
Islander Hotel Ocean Isle Beach
The Islander Inn Hotel
The Islander Inn Ocean Isle Beach
The Islander Inn Hotel Ocean Isle Beach

The Islander Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 493 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 342 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 110 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1002 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

JAMES

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We checked in at 330pm. Got to the room and it had a sour smell. The mini fridge didnt work and the blinds were broken. We got our swim wear on and checked out the indoor pool where it smelled like rotten eggs. We checked out the hot tub and only one jet worked. We overlooked all this and went to get dinner. We got home around 8 and the noise was insane. The walls are paper thin and the adjoining room had a screaming baby. The room above us sounded like they were bowling. We heard everyone coming and going on the stairs. We waited till about 9 and then called the office to see if we could change rooms. They were fully booked so we decided to leave at 930 and checked out. We had booked a two night stay and only were there for 6 hours. We drove 5 hours each way for 6 hours. I called the next day to see if it was possible to get a refund for the second day. They said the manager would call me back. Its been two days with no call or refund. I would not recommend staying here. The pictures online make it look like a five star resort but in reality it hasnt been updated since the 80's.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good place to get away. Pools and hot tub are wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ocean view
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was just as advertised. Clerks at desk were very helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The ocean view was wonderful. Wish the towels were a bit more substantial. Felt very thin.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Johnny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Like staying on the beach. Easy access to beach and pool. Nice balcony with lovely view
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a quick little getaway and it was everything we needed. Nothing fancy, but clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

LISA, Lebanon Junction

Traveled with group
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Needs serious updating inside and the outside pool.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

LISA, Lebanon Junction

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Check in/out was easy, and very short walk to the beach, pool area close to room.The washer and dryers was out of order. Continental breakfast was sufficient typical bagels, toast, cereal and waffle maker. The hotel definitely is in need of renovations, it’s older and the pool needs to be resurfaced it has several spots where the concrete has broken up and can be unsafe. For smokers, you can either go to the Parking Garage or the beach. The elevator works but very slow and is infested with gnats. I’m a person who doesn’t like musty smells and I purchased air freshener and a citronella candle for the balcony. They need to spray for insect's, we ordered pizza to be delivered and the gnats were getting in our food.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

MICHELE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We have stayed here several times and enjoyed the quiet and quaint hotel. However this time we found it lacking. The sheets felt like sandpaper and we could feel the springs in the mattress. This time we had a second story room and learned there is no sound proofing between the floors. It sounded like a herd of elephants above us till two am! There were a lot of little things like rusty toilets that need attention. I am sad to say unless there’s some upgrades we probably won’t be returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hope

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was our first trip to OIB and we really enjoyed our stay at the Islander Inn. It was perfect for the two of us and it was convenient to many local restaurants and ice cream spots. Which are important to us. The breakfast was a nice added bonus. The rooms were clean and we had a balcony to the beach which was our favorite feature. Parking was great as we were able to park directly under our room. Very nice place over all. We would definitely stay here again. The only thing that wasn't great for us was the bed. We just couldn't get comfy. This could totally just be the preference we have for a bed, it was clean and that was most important.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Josephine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Heidi

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Affordable beach front property. One building is dog friendly. A lot of families so it was a little loud but probably not in every room (we could hear through the adjoining door). It's a simple inn, right on the beach, no complaints. Breakfast is included- also very simple but a few "hot" options along with the standard yogurt and bagel selection. Shopping, dinning, and putt putt all very walkable (less than 1/2 mile) and good sidewalks.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Darby

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just what I wanted for a weekend away at ocean isle beach. Very convenient location and hotel was fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay, ocean front and beautiful views. King bed was comfortable and parking was very convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Karyn, Canton

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
It was just okay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025