Whether a visitor is headed to the Crystal Coast for business or for fun, the Holiday Inn Express Morehead City is outfitted with everything a traveler requires to enjoy a comfortable stay in the Southern Outer Banks. Located on the western edge of Morehead City, and close to the local conference center as well as the cool beaches, this hotel is a solid option for regional visitors of all varieties.

The hotel is easy to reach for visitors cruising along the coastline, and is situated at the intersections of Highway 24 and Highway 70 – just west of the heart of Morehead City. As such, visitors will be just a few miles from the bridge to Atlantic Beach, as well as the chic and picturesque downtown Morehead City region, and will also find a number of restaurants, stores, and services in their own neighborhood. The hotel features an outdoor pool, fitness center, and free breakfast bar for all guests, and individual rooms are outfitted with flat screen TVs, free wireless internet access, desks for working vacations, mini-fridges, microwaves, and coffee makers. With everything a traveler could need for a good night’s rest before a full day of exploring, the Holiday Inn Express Morehead City is a convenient and inviting accommodations option.

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Shackleford Wild Horse & Shelling Safari

Shackleford Wild Horse & Shelling Safari

Take a quick and scenic ferry ride with your experienced guide over to the pristine Outer Banks Island of Shackleford Banks, which is part of the Cape Lookout National Seashore. There, you are introduced to the wild horses of Shackleford Banks. After the tour, you are directed to one of the best shelling beaches in all of North Carolina, where you can spend some time shelling your way down the beach with Cape Lookout Lighthouse off in the distance. Shackleford is well known as one of the best shelling destinations on the East Coast. 

Island Express Ferry Service

Island Express Ferry Service

Island Express Ferry Service LLC is the only authorized concessionaire to drop off at Cape Lookout Lighthouse and Shackleford Banks! Offering departures from both Beaufort and nearby Harkers Island, Island Express Ferry Service serves as the link between the communities of the Crystal Coast and the spectacularly beautiful and isolated barrier islands of the Cape Lookout National Seashore. Accommodating passengers who want to explore the miles of pristine beaches, exceptional fishing and shelling, wild horses, and the Cape Lookout Lighthouse, Island Express Ferry Service serves as the gateway for one of the most unforgettable adventures along the North Carolina coast.