Fishing with Arthur! What better way to learn about surf fishing than from our very own Arthur Thatch? You know him as our head of maintenance, but he is as fine an angler as they come here on the island. We’ll provide the rods and reels and even some bait. One-hour session from 8:30-9:30 am […]
Who hasn’t dreamed of horseback riding on the beach? Book your adventure with Equine Adventures. Our guests receive a special $5 discount per rider when you mention you are staying with us. Please note the two hour excursions are for individuals 10 years old and older (children can not ride with an adult) and there […]
With a nod to Major Henry Livingston, Jr. who wrote the Original Version ‘Twas the night before Christmas, and all over the isle, Not a creature was stirring, mile after mile. The ghost crabs were snug in their holes on the beach, Hoping that high tide would stay out of reach. The surfers were nestled […]
FarandWide.com recently named Cape Hatteras as one of the Top Beaches in the USA, adding to the long list of “Top Beaches” nominations. Cape Hatteras motel was mentioned specifically in the article as one of top places to stay:)
For us here on Hatteras Island, Hurricane Florence is a memory now. Most businesses and homes had very little damage, if any, and Highway 12 is open and visitors are returning. We were very fortunate. Even at our motel where we took the usual overwash, we are back in business and welcoming guests. But for […]
The summer season is officially upon us here at Cape Hatteras Motel, and all along the Outer Banks. This is probably a good time for a “vacation refresher course” to make sure you make the most of your time with us, and your experience is the best it can be. I have covered all of […]
The Outer Banks was recently rated by U.S. News & World Report as: #1 spot in the Best Family Beaches category #7 spot in the Best Beaches in the USA category #16 spot in the Best Summer Vacations in the USA Cape Hatteras took the #1 spot in the specialized category Best Beaches […]
Easter Weekend is upon us and for the Outer Banks this means the start of the 2018 “season.” While the weather still might be a bit chilly from time to time, and Memorial Day is two months away, Easter is the kick-off of our real business year. For those of us who have stayed open […]
Weeks Marine pumped the final load of sand at the northern end of the nourishment project on Tuesday afternoon, February 27. All 2.6 million cubic yards of sand have now been placed along the stretch of beach that runs 2.9 miles from the “haulover” north of Buxton to the oceanfront groin at the Cape Hatteras […]
