The Inn on Pamlico Sound
Comfortable rooms and a pool in Buxton
A place to stay in Buxton
The Inn on Pamlico Sound is a hotel in Buxton, North Carolina. It offers a spa, a swimming pool and an on-site restaurant. Room types include the Deluxe Double Room with Sea View and the Queen Room with Sea View. Guests rate it 4.6/5 across 105 reviews.
Who this stay suits
Expect guest scores around 4.6/5.
Best for
- Travelers who want a pool
- Spa & wellness breaks
- Families with children
- Road trips & drive-up convenience
- Business travelers
Rooms & rates
Choose from 7 room types — including the Deluxe Double Room with Sea View, Queen Room with Sea View, King Room with Garden View. Rates start from $279 a night.
Unwind at the spa
Book a treatment at the on-site spa — an easy way to relax after a day on the road or exploring the area.
The location
The Inn on Pamlico Sound is in Buxton, North Carolina, rated 4.6/5 by guests.
Rooms & suites
Deluxe Double Room with Sea View
sleeps 2 · 1 full bed
- Private pool
- Sea view
- Pool view
- Pool with a view
- Air conditioning
Queen Room with Sea View
sleeps 2 · 1 queen bed
- Private pool
- Sea view
- Pool view
- Pool with a view
- Air conditioning
King Room with Garden View
18 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 king bed
- Private pool
- Garden view
- Pool with a view
- Inner courtyard view
- Air conditioning
King Room with Sea View
17 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 king bed
- Private pool
- Sea view
- Pool view
- Pool with a view
- Air conditioning
Standard King Room
20 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 king bed and 1 sofa bed
- Private pool
- Sea view
- Pool view
- Pool with a view
- Air conditioning
Superior King Room
21 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 king bed and 1 sofa bed
- Private pool
- Balcony
- Sea view
- Pool with a view
- Air conditioning
Standout features
Inside The Inn on Pamlico Sound
Amenities at The Inn on Pamlico Sound
Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Free Wifi
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Bar
Great for your stay
- Restaurant
- Parking
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Facilities for disabled guests
Outdoors
- Outdoor fireplace
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun deck
- Private beach area
- Terrace
- Garden
Activities
- Bicycle rental
- Live music/Performance
- Themed dinners Additional charge
- Movie nights
- Beach
- Evening entertainment
- Water sports facilities on site
- Horseback riding Additional charge Off-site
Food & Drink
- Fruit
- Wine/Champagne Additional charge
- Kids' meals Additional charge
- Special diet meals (on request)
- Snack bar
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Restaurant
Parking Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Accessible parking
The Inn on Pamlico Sound earns overwhelmingly positive sentiment, with guests consistently praising the warm, attentive staff, outstanding included breakfast, and spectacular waterfront views — particularly the sunsets. A handful of reviewers flag practical niggles including poorly maintained water-sport equipment, noise from the kitchen exhaust fan, and inconsistent room temperature control, and one guest noted dinner prices felt steep. On balance, the experience is considered well worth it by the vast majority.
- Kayaks and equipment poorly maintained (dirty, broken paddles, no seats on tandem kayak, flat bike tyres)
- AC noise and temperature issues — central AC ran constantly, hard to control room temperature
- Kitchen exhaust fan audible from rooms, starting as early as 6:55am
- Dinner prices considered high with limited price range options
- Minor accessibility/amenity gripes: no coffee on checkout day, bright lights from smoke detector/AC unit at night, bathrobes too small, afternoon cookies sometimes already gone
“The breakfast was outstanding. We enjoyed having an awesome meal with a view to the Pamlico Sound.”
“The hostess was warm, friendly - absolute perfect hospitality which set the tone/mood of our stay.”
“Perfect for romantic get away! Great spot, lovely service, wonderful cookies, the Chaffee had live music over breakfast - just magical!”
“If you open the window it sounds like a truck is idling just in front because the noisy kitchen fan overpowers bird songs all evening and starts again at 6:55am.”
“We have found a hidden gem! The warm welcome, professional staff, amazing breakfast, fine linens and lovely sunsets!”
Guest reviews summarised from Booking.com.
Good to know
Frequently asked
Does The Inn on Pamlico Sound have a spa?
Yes, The Inn on Pamlico Sound has a spa offering treatments and wellness facilities.
Does The Inn on Pamlico Sound have a pool?
Yes, The Inn on Pamlico Sound has a pool for guests.
What amenities does The Inn on Pamlico Sound offer?
The Inn on Pamlico Sound offers Outdoor swimming pool, Non-smoking rooms, Free parking, Facilities for disabled guests, Free Wifi, Restaurant, Room service, Bar, Private beach area, Breakfast, Parking, and Family rooms.
What room types are available at The Inn on Pamlico Sound?
Room options include Deluxe Double Room with Sea View, Queen Room with Sea View, King Room with Garden View, King Room with Sea View, Standard King Room.
How much does it cost to stay at The Inn on Pamlico Sound?
Nightly rates start from around $279, varying by date and room type.
Where is The Inn on Pamlico Sound located?
The Inn on Pamlico Sound is located in Buxton, North Carolina, at 49684 NC Highway 12, Buxton, NC 27920, United States.