Pony Island Inn

2.5 star property
Motel near Ocracoke Lighthouse in Ocracoke

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Front of property
Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, Pool View | Private kitchen
Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, Pool View
Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, Pool View | Living area
Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, Pool View | Balcony

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
785 Irvin Garrish Hwy, Ocracoke, NC, 27960
  • Ocracoke Lighthouse
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Springer's Point Preserve
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Ocracoke Island Visitor Center
    ‪17 min walk‬

Room options

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, Pool View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Signature Room, 2 Double Beds, Ground Floor

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View, Poolside

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed, Pool View, Poolside

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Signature Room, 2 Double Beds, Pool View, Poolside

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Superior Suite, Balcony, Pool View

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Signature Room, Multiple Beds, Courtyard Area

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

Executive Room, 1 Bedroom, Pool View, Poolside

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ground Floor

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed, Pool View, Poolside

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Ocracoke

In historical district.You'll find Ocracoke Lighthouse and British Cemetery within 2 miles (3 km) of this motel. Springer's Point Preserve and Ocracoke Preservation Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Ocracoke Lighthouse - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • British Cemetery - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Springer's Point Preserve - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Ocracoke Preservation Museum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Ocracoke Island Visitor Center - 17 min walk - 1.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪SmacNally's Waterfront Bar and Grill - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Howard's Pub & Raw Bar Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Ocracoke Coffee Co. - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪1718 Brewing Ocracoke - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Pony Island Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Pony Island Inn

Motel near Ocracoke Lighthouse in Ocracoke
As a guest of Pony Island Inn, you'll find a seasonal outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and a vending machine. Public spaces have free WiFi. Pony Island Inn also features a picnic area and pool umbrellas. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Ocracoke motel.

  • 48 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Pony Island Inn offers 48 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Ocracoke motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desk chairs and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests will receive an email 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day:
  • Front desk
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 25 years old
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 25 years old. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open May 17 and close October 01.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Pony Island Motel
Pony Island Inn Motel
Pony Island Inn Ocracoke
Pony Island Inn Motel Ocracoke

Pony Island Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 288 out of 367 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 60 out of 367 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 367 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 367 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 367 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Betha

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The welcome desk was exceptional and the small touches of comfort make you smile.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was our first time. It was very good!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

TODD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Helen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gladys

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Less than 1/4 mile to three great dining options and the inn has the best breakfast place on the island! A beautiful 1/2 mile walk to the lighthouse or the harbor. Very quiet and comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful establishment. Kind and helpful staff. It was very clean and convieniently located.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vernon

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly, Raleigh

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Wonderful get away place!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peggy

Okracoke is a place we’ve enjoyed for many years and staying at the Pony Island Inn always makes our trips extra special.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juan Carlos

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jackson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Patricia

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was all great! Can’t wait to do it again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samuel, Newport

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and everyone is so nice
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hugh

Liked: Amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024