Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Pets allowed
Fishing
Non-smoking throughout
Private parking
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful beach
Friendly staff
Good location
Pet-friendly
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Limited breakfast availability
Dated rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
8.13
Multiple guests reported issues with room cleanliness, including stains and dust.
Service
9.6
Guests highlighted friendly and helpful staff, although reported some communication issues.
Location
10
The hotel is perfectly located directly on the beach and in a pleasant area.
Room Quality
8.64
Some rooms were dated and had issues like a poor showerhead, but generally acceptable for the price.
Amenities
8.59
While missing breakfast, basic amenities like a kitchenette were appreciated.
Value for Money
9.62
Guests felt they received a good deal for the quality and location.
Food and Beverage
8.58
Limited options but acceptable as breakfast was known to be unavailable.
Overall Experience
9.63
Overall, guests were pleased and expressed interest in returning.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-11 18:49

Property Description

Oceanfront Location
Enjoy the breathtaking views of Topsail Beach right outside your door at Sea Vista Motel.

Cozy Rooms with Balconies
Relax in our comfortable rooms featuring balconies, coffee machines, and fully-equipped kitchens in select rooms.

Beach Activities
Experience the best of Topsail Beach with fishing and other fun activities just steps away.

Ready to make unforgettable memories at Sea Vista Motel? Book your stay today and secure your spot in paradise.

Important information:

Reservation Holder 21-year age minimum and must be present at check-in.

Please note that dogs will incur an additional charge of $60 per stay.

Please note that a maximum of 2 dogs is allowed per booking.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.1
Based on 224 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.13
Service: 9.6
Location: 10
Room Quality: 8.64
Amenities: 8.59
Value for Money: 9.62
Food and Beverage: 8.58
Overall Experience: 9.63
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Victor • extended_group • us
7
Pros:

No breakfast

Cons:

Beds

2026-11-04 • via Nuitee
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Stull • couple • us
10
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Jeffrey • solo_traveller • us
10
Review 9/5/2026
Pros:

Sea Vista is a trip back in time. It only has two floors not counting the one suite that makes it technically three, and is well maintained but definitely looks like a 1960's hotel. The front office is staffed by the owners who are very laid back and friendly. Even the housekeepers are friendly. The rooms are close to and all face the ocean, are clean, and nothing is in disrepair in the accommodations. It's a great place to escape to.

Cons:

Can't think of anything.

2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Gwendolyn • couple • us
7
It was ok but not as good as I was hoping. Found a way better hotel and it was way cheaper
Pros:

Comfy beds spacious room and AC worked great

Cons:

Coffee pot , microwave are old and outdated. Check out is 10 should be 11. Sand dunes take away view of ocean and no pool . You have to drive 30 min away just to find food. No breakfast at hotel. Hotel needs to be upgraded

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Yehor • couple • us
10
2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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bonnie • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Being so close to the beach.

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Kirsten • family_with_children • us
7
2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Monica • couple • us
7
Loved the atmosphere and warm and welcoming environment. The place was old or should I say historic.
Pros:

Very pet friendly and clean. The staff were extra kind and helpful. The cleaning crew never came by our room. However we knew we could call the office if we needed any extra towels nor stuff.

Cons:

No consistency with the cleaning crew coming by and knocking on the door.

2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Mark • family_with_children • us
10
2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Jada • extended_group • us
10
Pros:

THE STAFF ARE HALF THE REASON WE STAY AT THE SEA VISTA. THE BEACH IS THE OTHER HALF

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Jackie • couple • us
1
2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Russell • couple • us
8
It was great and we will be coming back
Pros:

The location was great, the room was perfect and the view on the 3rd floor was amazing

Cons:

There were a few bugs and the mattress under the sheet was very dirty

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Ruth • solo_traveller • us
9
Clean, staff was very nice and helpful. Right on the beach
Pros:

It was the perfect location on the beach

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Laura • couple • us
10
We would definitely stay there again, all I need is the beach!
Pros:

The simplicity of it, nothing fancy, just a clean place to stay and enjoy the beautiful quiet beach. Easy to get to nearby restaurants but far enough away from the crowds/commercialism.

Cons:

A little outdated but we're not picky.

2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Callahan • family_with_children • us
10
2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Proctor • solo_traveller • us
8
Hotel on the beach
Pros:

The property had an amazing location to the beach , and the balcony view was amazing. Also being a family oriented island and establishment it could not have been more peaceful . The wife and I wanted a quick getaway before we started the big summer vacations with all the kids and grandkids . Sitting on the balcony at night was almost completely silent. That made the entire trip worth it . We couldn't appreciate the respect for others that was shown by all other guests . Sitting in the dark balcony only listening to the ocean was absolutely capitol!

Cons:

The tiny coffee pot that took forever to brew 1 cup of coffee, the pillows where terrible , the shower curtain barely made it to the floor allowing water to spill out almost freely in the bathroom floor , we are smokers and I believe its perfectly fine to not smoke in the rooms , we have always been allowed to smoke outside or on the balconies . This made it very uncomfortable as we were staying on the top floor , we had to go all the way down to the parking lot , which was ok but just a terrible inconvenience. And last but not least , we had never stayed at a motel that didn't have an ice machine or bags of ice for sale , again it didn't ruin our trip ,but we had to drive a mile a pay an astounding 17.50 plus a 4 dollar processing fee to get a 10lb bag, for beach pricing as it goes , we literally cleaned the room before we left like a maid service, so for over 700 dollars to stay for 2 nights , I feel this was extremely overpriced .

2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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Timms • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Alissa • couple • us
10
We visit Topsail Beach once a year and are repeat travelers to the Sea Vista Motel!
Pros:

Easy check in with friendly and helpful staff; clean rooms with beautiful view of the ocean - quiet area through day and night. perfect little weekend getaway for the family! We always come. back! :)

Cons:

N/A

2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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Gale • couple • us
9
Very nice place right on the beach.
Pros:

This is an older facility with very nice accommodations with a wonderful view of the ocean

Cons:

The dogs barking at night

2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Tikina • extended_group • us
8
I definitely recommend
Pros:

Spacious and comfortable

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee