We just returned from our first trip to the Outer Banks. We started at Ocracoke and worked our way north. The first night we arrived late and the nice ladies at the Cedar Island Ferry office called ahead for us to get us a room at The Harborside. We don't usually stay at a place without looking at it first,... More

I have been going to Ocracoke for the past 40 years and have stayed at the Harborside Motel at least 30 times over my lifetime. I started when I was 7 years old and now I'm 47 and am now bringing back my own family. The owners Corky and Susan have watched me grow up and now my children. They... More

I have stayed at the Harborside several times over the last 10 years. I always look for other places to stay, including getting "mini-vacations" at houses managed by the local real estate companies, but I continue to stay their because of the value. The Harborside is kept clean, in relatively good repair, and for around $100/night it is the best... More

I have been staying at the Harborside Motel (efficiency apartment) for over 10 years. I used to camp at the National Campgrounds, but the ground got harder as I got older. Located on the harbor of Silver Lake, this hotel is convenient to all shops and restaurants in Ocracoke. Older property, it is not the Ritz-Carlton, but priced at around... More

The staff of Harborside Motel & Gift Shop will make you feel at home the instant you enter to check in. Always friendly and efficient, they go beyond the service level you can expect at most beach rentals. The rooms in the motel (16) and the cottage (2) are very clean, neat, and comfortable; the grounds are well maintained. The... More

We have stayed here on two different visits to Ocracoke and really have enjoyed it . It is a clean, cozy motel with a wonderful front porch overlooking the harbor. The owners are very friendly and helpful and I would stay there anytime I visit. You can walk to all the attractions in the village or rent a bicycle to... More

We just returned from our third trip to Ocracoke, and it was definitely our best visit. From the beginning, when we booked the three day visit at Harborside, Gail, in the front office, was so friendly and helpful. I had to call her several times with questions and not once did she make me feel like a pest. When we... More

The only redeeming quality of the "cottage" rooms 17-18 is the private porch. You don't even get a good look of the harbor because the owners have used a vacant lot next door to house they'rslept e little treat stand. Which, in my opinion, has the best raspberry white chocolate scone I have ever had. The room is very small,... More

We came here to celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary. This was the perfect place! We loved the cottage front porch and the deck on the harbor. The staff were attentive, helpful, and very friendly. They helped make our visit delightful and yes, we will be back. Cindy and John Balaam Columbia, SC