Name: The Islander Inn
Address: 57 West 1st Street, Ocean Isle Beach, North Carolina, United States of America, Ocean Isle Beach, North Carolina, US
Price range: $165–$193 per night
Rating: 8.5

What guests think

At The Islander Inn, travelers highlight the prime beachfront setting with easy beach access, ocean-view balconies, and generally clean, simple rooms, alongside friendly staff and convenient indoor/outdoor pools for a relaxed, low‑key stay.

Common trade-offs include thin walls and dated decor, with some uncomfortable mattresses and occasional maintenance issues such as a slow or out-of-service elevator. Guests often find the continental breakfast basic and the towels/linens worn, while the pool bar or hot tub may be unavailable or underwhelming at times. Expect a no-frills, beachfront stay focused on location and views.

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Facilities

Indoor and outdoor pools, a hot tub, and direct beach access are big positives; some note a seasonal or closed pool bar and no pool towels. Recurring issues include a slow or inoperative single elevator and occasional maintenance gaps (e.g., pool surface, gates, laundry).

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Andrea

May 6, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

According to property details, there was an elevator being a senior citizen that would be helpful. When we got to the end, they stated that the elevator was out of service and would be repaired by the busy season, which I’m assuming was Memorial Day weekend also in the details, they mentioned a tiki bar poolside. This was also closed for the season. The only issue that we had was having to carry our bags up two flights of stairs. Other than that we were very pleased with Islander Inn and we will be returning next year, hopefully the elevator will be working.

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Beverly

May 20, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Our room was very clean and the view was amazing. The beach was great and the pools were clean and the bar was a plus. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The only thing was the elevator was out and were had to keep going up the stairs that was very tiresome after walking the beach or shopping. But other than that this hotel is amazing.

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Dana

Mar 7, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Stay was very nice … ocean front and beautiful. I was disappointed becuase I rented this place because it said it had heated pool . However it was NOT heated and my 3 year old was so disappointed she couldn’t swim .other than that great place to stay

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Leon

Jul 5, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Views, pool on premise (indoor & ourdoor), jacuzzi & easy of access to beach -- ALL GREAT. Parking is tight and set up somewhat odd. I don't really know how to explain it. Rooms are clean & tidy

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LISA

Aug 26, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

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.

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Jennifer

Sep 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Good place to get away. Pools and hot tub are wonderful

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John Long

Apr 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Needs to work and clean on indoor pool and Hot tub

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amy

Apr 18, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very nice! Just wish the Jacuzzi was bigger. It was like an extra large bathtub.

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ELAINA

Oct 6, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Location was perfect. Room's are old and very dated. But comfortable. Elevator was sketchy to say the least. Pool areas and jacuzzi were very nice!!!

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michelle

Sep 15, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Our room overall was nice and clean. The couch was pretty old and dirty. The pool bar was never open. Not even the weekend. Housekeeping was very nice

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Cleanliness

Many reviews praise clean rooms and common areas. Others report musty or paint odors, missed bathroom details, and worn or stained linens and towels.

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Angie

Jul 28, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

The negatives…Linens are of poor quality. Very small and thin towels and wash clothes. Facilities and furniture need updating. Doors are difficult to close in bathrooms and on decks. Lamps are rusted. The positives…Staff was friendly. Deck furniture is very nice.The beach is phenomenal!

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Alan

Sep 25, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This is an old facility that they have painted over. It has mold and smells. My wife and I both got severe head aches and she was throwing up all night. We could only stay one night and had to leave because of it.

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Shondell

Apr 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Pretty average “motel like” property. Lots of renovations happening, fresh paint smell in most areas. Sloppy paint job left behind paint on floors and sideboards. Bathroom needed a better cleaning. Long hairs in the shower, on the walls and on the doorframe. Microwave is old and rusted. The space overall was nice and the walkout balcony was very nice to have. Felt a bit overpriced for the condition. Front desk attendant was pleasant.

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Kristin

Sep 5, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The Good: the beds were surprisingly comfortable, the location is perfect, we were able to check in a couple hours early, and the water pressure was good. The Not-so-Good: the bathroom was not clean. There was a dirty washcloth in the shower and there was hair on the sink. Ick. The front desk staff was less than inviting.

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William

Nov 16, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean room,nice staff and a good experience.

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Judith

May 23, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Only thing I would suggest is the towels need to be better cleaned- all towels either have stains and/or hair from other guests on them... Overall, the location and amenities was nice, and room was clean.

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Karla

Oct 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Paint splatters all over the floor and poor painted walls. Creaky floors. When the people above my room walked across the floor it sounded like they were in my room walking about. It made for an uncomfortable and lacking nights sleep. Had to walk through on building (house) to walk outside in rain to enter the next building. Towels were small and very poor quality and rough to the skin. Would not recommend.

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Nancy

Dec 9, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

The room was facing the ocean. We were on first floor. Easy to elevator. We are an older couple and made the visit great. The room was very clean.

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Melanie

Jul 23, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

I must say that we were very impressed by the cleanliness of our room and the property. And the staff were very polite and considerate.

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Shari

Oct 19, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

The location of the Islander Inn is ideal. The beach is absolutely the perfect place for a quiet getaway. The hotel itself is just a little tired. The bed linens and towels were in need of replacement as they were threadbare and pretty tattered. The included continental breakfast was just okay. That said, it was a decent value for the low room rates.

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Rooms

Rooms offer balconies and great ocean views, but decor is older and noise travels through thin walls and ceilings. Bed comfort and in-room features such as TV setup, blackout curtains, and water pressure are inconsistent.

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Cynthia

Jun 30, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

We loved everything about the Islander Inn, except the beds were terrible. Both indoor and outdoor pools were great. We loved the pool having a view of the ocean and there were plenty of pool lounge chairs. The snack bar was a nice addition to the pool area. It was a wonderful place to stay and we would go back again. Hopefully they will improve their mattresses.

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MICHELE

Aug 25, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

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.

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Gabriel

Mar 30, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It was okay but you could hear the neighbors when they were just having a normal conversation.

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George

Dec 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Not well sound proofed. Could hear guest's room hair dryer easily, as well as upstairs guest walking across the floor. In addition, repairs on adjacent room were being performed in the morning well before checkout or plan for waking. View of ocean was very nice, however, and room was clean.

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Claire

Nov 17, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Room nice but not well insulated. Lots of noise from hall and neighbors. Shower pressure and heat awesome. Breakfast good. Very clean. View and beach access very good. Lobby hard to locate after dark.

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Karla

Oct 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Paint splatters all over the floor and poor painted walls. Creaky floors. When the people above my room walked across the floor it sounded like they were in my room walking about. It made for an uncomfortable and lacking nights sleep. Had to walk through on building (house) to walk outside in rain to enter the next building. Towels were small and very poor quality and rough to the skin. Would not recommend.

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Calvin

Nov 30, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great view, beds were uncomfortable and water pressure was weak at times but fine at others.

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Jean

Jun 24, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Ocean front. Close to the pier. Friendly check in. Adequate parking. Nice room layout. Downside, beds weren't great. Walls are thin, but expected in a dated building.

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Gary

May 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was not as nice as shown on the web site. Bathroom door needed planing. It had to be shut hard to close thus waking people up when going to bathroom at night. TV cable was lousy at best. Fan on AC had one low speed. No blackout curtains. Had doors adjacent to other rooms and thus could hear people in the adjacent rooms. Book at own risk.

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Julia

Apr 29, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The second queen bed in our room had a squeaky mattress, was off balance, and clearly needed to be replaced. The other queen was very comfortable. We had a marsh view room and even that view was lovely.

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Service

Staff are frequently described as friendly, accommodating, and responsive, with easy check-in. A minority cite unhelpful front-desk interactions, limited assistance when the elevator was down, or slow follow-up.

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Rhonda

Sep 14, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

There were a few maintenance problems during our short stay but they were fixed quickly.

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Mary

Nov 16, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Friendly staff, quick response to needs, and clean facilities.

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Krysta

Sep 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The check in process wasn’t smooth. The lady that was there at the front desk wasn’t very nice or friendly. Packed professionalism and kindness. I asked for an email from a manager, never received it. Room was nice, clean—no complaints there and my praises to the housekeeping staff. On the balcony there was an infestation of little black bugs that flew..no one in my family was able to enjoy the balcony and the view. They were outside near each door and the parking lot on the cars. The breakfast was great, the staff that helped with the breakfast was very nice and kept it very clean. Checkout wasn’t the best, manager was present and when I asked a question she snapped and said they couldn’t email me their policies. Probably won’t stay there again, staff at check in and check out aren’t very friendly and can be rude when asking a simple question.

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April

Jun 10, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The Islander Inn is a beautiful property. Some of the best things were the exceptionally EASY check-in/check-out, their friendly staff, convenient private beach access, a pool with a view of the beach, and easy parking.

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Richard

Jul 12, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Not a very helpful check-in.

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Patricia

Apr 7, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Enjoyed our stay here. Room was clean and comfortable, staff was friendly. Checked in in the middle of the night and had no issues, they were incredibly helpful and accomodating.

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Teresa

Sep 25, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

elevator went out of service, requested handicap accessible room because of foot fracture, put on third floor. Requested assistance after elevator out but none given. Had to get belongings down 3 flights of stairs with cane and foot in boot. Thankful for other quests who helped me. Will not go back there again.

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Dallas

Oct 31, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Check-in staff was welcoming and accommodating. Rooms were clean. View of the beach and pier were amazing from the room's balcony.

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Susan

Jul 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice stay. Friendly and helpful staff.

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Nina

Nov 16, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff was very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was minimal with limited selection. Breakfast area was clean. The layout of the facilities was very confusing. The room layout of the room was comfortable and roomy. We had to call maintenance because we couldn't get the door open to the outside deck area. The maintenance person came quickly and fixed the door. The bed was comfortable but squeaked.

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Location

Beachfront with direct access, close to the pier, shops, and restaurants; many areas are walkable. Parking is generally convenient.

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Tracy

Jun 17, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Right on the water and easy walk to restaurants

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Anna

Jun 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Fantastic location and beach!

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Hope

Aug 22, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

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.

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andrea

Jun 25, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We love it because it’s right on the ocean, love a balcony, pool, walk to town; dinner/shopping/mini golf…

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Lev

Aug 7, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Location, location and location!

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Loretta

Jan 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It is very nice area and the hotel was right on the beach!!

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Robin

Aug 4, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Enjoyed our stay, ocean front and beautiful views. King bed was comfortable and parking was very convenient.

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Stephen

Jun 2, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful view of the beach. Convenient location to walk into the center of town. Breakfast was nice and pools were pleasant.

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Lynnette

Apr 18, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Have stayed here several times. Great location. Wonderful ocean views. Easy walking to the pier, restaurants, shops. Easy access to the beach. Always enjoy my stay here.

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Thomas

Jun 15, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We had a great stay! Breakfast was on point. Easy parking and access to the beach!

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Dining

Included continental breakfast is convenient and ranges from average to good, with waffles, pastries, yogurt, and some hot items noted. Several guests wanted more protein and better coffee.

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Gary

Nov 10, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location, pools were clean. Front desk was just...there. Building and rooms need updating. Elevator was "misbehaving"...it wanted try to shut multiple times before it closed...every time. Complimentary "deluxe" breakfast was minimal, went only once. Overall, we would stay again.

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Hope

Aug 22, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

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.

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Doris

Sep 26, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Beautiful location. Helpful front office. Tabitha in was very helpful. Cons: Washcloths and towels were practically unusable because of their roughness and wear. Badly need replacing! Thankfully I had brought one washcloth with me. The bathtub was over knee deep with no safety bars. Did not feel safe climbing in or out of the shower/tub. Many delicious pastries, waffle, fruit, yogurts (no sugar free) and cereal choices for breakfast. Need to add protein (boiled eggs?) even if a pastry item has to be eliminated for budget. For diabetics, a couple small pieces of sausage found in a biscuit is not sufficient protein and thrown-away biscuit is waste. Tv would not adjust to live local tv channels, only streaming, so we missed our favorite shows and evening news. Awakened around 7:30 on several mornings by very loud, laughing cleaning staff outside door. This old hotel is a favorite of many but updates drastically needed. Won't return.

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Siobhan

Jun 16, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

It was just what it was supposed to be: Near ocean and beach, pool with a limited bar, close to town. What I was not so happy with was for the price, they could update their towels. They were horrible, scratchy. The breakfast, although it was nice to have it, they offer almost all carbs, hardly any protein or fruit. It could go a little later in the morning also.

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Sherry

Sep 29, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Easy check in. Room was ready early which was such a bonus. Clean room. Clean breakfast area with a good variety of options.

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Joseph

Sep 24, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Ocean view was very nice. Continental breakfast was full of options.

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Stephen

Jun 2, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful view of the beach. Convenient location to walk into the center of town. Breakfast was nice and pools were pleasant.

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Shirley Jo

Feb 12, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Nothing particularly unique. Staff was very pleasant and accomidating. Breakfast wasn't that great. Coffee was terrible.

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Constance

Nov 6, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The sheets, pillows and blanket were not too comfortable. Breakfast was average. The view was awesome!

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Thomas

Jun 15, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We had a great stay! Breakfast was on point. Easy parking and access to the beach!

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Month	Average price
January	$87
February	$89
March	$124
April	$146
May	$168
June	$223
July	$221
August	$202
September	$147
October	$123
November	$89
December	$85

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				1	2	3
4 $176	5 $176	6 $175	7 $175	8	9	10
11 $177	12 $176	13 $175	14 $176	15	16	17
18 $175	19 $176	20 $165	21 $165	22 $181	23 $193	24 $180
25 $176	26 $178	27 $165	28 $176	29 $165	30 $180	31 $192

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