The Inn On Pamlico Sound

About The Hotel

The Inn on Pamlico Sound is a 4.8-rated, upscale soundfront inn on Hatteras Island, purpose-built for travelers seeking high-end comfort and serene island escape. Rooms feature private balconies, gourmet breakfast and direct water access with kayaks and dock walks. The acclaimed on-site restaurant sources fresh local seafood and serves dinner nightly. The inn has cultivated a reputation for warm, attentive service and thoughtful details—complimentary cookies daily, yoga classes and bicycles available. Situated minutes from the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse and the Cape Hatteras National Seashore beaches, it offers a sophisticated alternative to typical Outer Banks resort hotels. This is not an in-room-jacuzzi property; it’s designed around the sound itself.

What Guests Are Saying

”⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Our wedding weekend at the Inn on Pamlico Sound was everything we could have hoped for and more. From the moment our family arrived, we felt welcomed and cared for by the incredibly friendly staff. The rooms were absolutely stunning, spotless, and so comfortable for everyone staying on-site. One of our favorite parts was having all of our loved ones together in one place. It made the entire weekend feel so special—whether we were gathering for meals, catching up on the balconies, or simply being able to “beep bop” back to our rooms after celebrating together. It created such a relaxed and intimate atmosphere that allowed us to spend meaningful quality time with family and friends. A memory we’ll cherish forever is how our family members and friends were able to watch our first look from their balconies overlooking the property. Seeing everyone quietly sharing in that special moment made it even more meaningful and unique. The Inn’s attention to detail truly sets it apart. The fresh cookies available every day were such a thoughtful touch, and our guests couldn’t stop talking about them. It’s those little details that made everyone feel at home and added so much warmth to the experience. We are so grateful for everything the Inn on Pamlico Sound did to make our wedding weekend unforgettable. The beautiful setting, exceptional hospitality, and wonderful accommodations made it the perfect place to celebrate. We can’t wait to come back for future anniversaries and relive all of the amazing memories we made there.” — Ben M., 5 stars

“We traveled from Durham NC for a midweek break of 3 days and 2 nights and stayed in the Oleander room. Very comfortable king bed, jacuzzi tub and second floor balcony overlooking the beautiful rear grounds of the Inn. The morning views of the sound were just as peaceful as the sunset at twilight. We enjoyed walking on the dock path and sitting by the sound at night under the stars. The food was awesome. We shared a veggie omelet and french toast at breakfast and the fresh catch and tuna at dinner. Hard to describe how good the food was. The weather was beautiful and in early June, the beaches and surrounding activities weren’t crowded. We walked the beach, went to the area lighthouses, visited the museum in Hatteras and even flew a kite. Our stay at the Inn was a perfect base for a perfect midweek escape.” — Patrice N., 5 stars

“We were dazzled by our stay! The team at Pamlico has clearly put so much heart, care, and thought into curating a welcoming and comfortable experience. It felt like the inn embraced the beautiful land, sound, and creatures around it, which felt magical to be in respectful community with the flora and fauna of the area. We experienced great service, very attentive, warm, and friendly. We also loved that the website detailed the story and life of the inn and those who have created it, it is easy to feel how loved and full of passion the place is! The food was incredible and we very much appreciated the complimentary breakfast. We’re excited to come back and feel so grateful to the Pamlico team!” — Liv N., 5 stars

Pros & Cons

Pros:

• 4.8-star rating across 1,682 reviews—one of the highest-rated Outer Banks stays
• Direct Pamlico Sound access with kayaks and dock walks for peaceful water time
• Acclaimed on-site restaurant with gourmet breakfast included daily
• Warm, attentive service and thoughtful details (cookies, yoga, bicycles)
• Serene, remote island setting minutes from the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse

Cons:

• Premium rates—among the most expensive accommodations in the Outer Banks
• Remote barrier-island location—a long drive from the mainland and most attractions
• Not an in-room-jacuzzi property—if you’re seeking jetted tubs, this is not the right fit

The Location

49684 NC Highway 12, Buxton, Hatteras Island, NC 27920 You can find more details or book your stay on TripAdvisor.