Search Motels in Cape Carteret

If you’re having difficulty finding a motel in Cape Carteret, allow Expedia help you find motels or similar properties from over 2409 accommodations in the larger area. Just use our search tools to filter by price per night or money-saving amenities such as free parking and free airport transportation.

At most motels, you’ll often find a free parking spot and an outdoor pool. When you stay at a motel, you’ll usually access your room directly from the parking lot. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace at the end of the 1940s with the popularity of car travel and road trips, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.

Here you’ll find some of Expedia customers’ favorite motels to book in the larger area. Days Inn by Wyndham Cape Carteret near Emerald Isle is located 1.8 mi (3 km) from the heart of Cape Carteret. Enjoy access to the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking. Econo Lodge Crystal Coast: Coffee in the lobby along with freebies like breakfast, WiFi, and parking are available during your stay. Central Cape Carteret is 17.8 mi (28.7 km) away. Oceanview Inn: Enjoy access to the free WiFi, parking, and 24-hour front desk. Located 2.5 mi (4 km) from the heart of Cape Carteret. The Beacon: Central Cape Carteret is 9.9 mi (15.9 km) away. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a private balcony. Havelock Inn & Suites: 15.5 mi (25 km) from the heart of Cape Carteret. Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, and freebies including WiFi and parking.

Some outdoorsy places nearby include Croatan National Forest, Emerald Isle Woods Park, and Emerald Isle Beach. You’ll find these family-friendly sights in the area: MacDaddy’s Entertainment Center, Emerald Forest Golf, and Salty Pirate Water Park. While you’re checking out the area, consider visiting Star Hill Golf Club, Emerald Plantation, and The Sweet Spot.

Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we’ve gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Cape Carteret to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 78°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 51°F. Average annual precipitation for Cape Carteret is 59 inches.

We’ve gathered some information about local transportation options in Cape Carteret to help you navigate your stay: Fly into New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional), which is located 26.8 mi (43.1 km) away from the heart of the city. Otherwise, look for flights into Albert J. Ellis Airport (OAJ), which is 32.2 mi (51.9 km) away. If you’d like to explore around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.