A PLACE AT THE BEACH III, Atlantic Beach

A Place at the Beach III offers 279 air-conditioned accommodations, each with a kitchen that includes a refrigerator, oven, stovetop, and microwave. Rooms feature a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a DVD player. Some units have a private balcony with views of the bay or ocean. Two-bedroom apartments include 2 bathrooms, a fully furnished kitchen, and a washing machine and dryer.

The resort has an indoor pool and an oceanfront outdoor pool with a waterslide. Guests can use the lighted tennis and basketball courts. There is also a playground and a game room.

The resort is 7.4 miles from the North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores and minutes from Anchorage Marina and Atlantic Beach Pier. Shoppers can visit Coral Bay Shopping Center and Morehead Plaza Shopping Center. Nearby landmarks include Fort Macon Creek (2 km) and The Morehead Center for Performing Arts & Events (3 km).

Guests can explore the area with kayaking, sailing, and surfing/body boarding options close by. Equipment rentals are available for those who want to make the most of their time on the Crystal Coast.

The two-bedroom apartments sleep up to 6 guests, with a sofa bed and trundle bed options. Each unit has a dining area and a seating area, making it suitable for families or groups.