• Cape Hatteras lighthouse in Buxton, N.C.cape hatteras lighthouse and beach image by David Dorner from Fotolia.com
  
  Buxton and Frisco are situated on North Carolina's Outer Banks on a narrow strip of sand called Hatteras Island. Buxton is famous for the Hatteras Lighthouse, which is the tallest brick lighthouse in the United States. Both island towns have many shops and restaurants. Travelers and tourists will find hotels available there for an affordable price. Most hotels in this area are conveniently located along Highway 12 in North Carolina. Winter is the best time to travel to this area to ensure the cheapest rates.
  
  

Comfort Inn

• The Comfort Inn Hatteras Island is a Buxton Hotel located a mile from the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse. This hotel is close to attractions such as Hatteras Village, Ocracoke Lighthouse, Ocracoke Island and Hatteras Island. Comfort Inn offers a free breakfast to their guests along with the ability to get high speed internet connection. Room rates as of August 2010 vary for different times of the year from $75 to $250 for standard rooms.
  
  The Comfort Inn Hatteras Island
  
  46745 North Carolina 12
  
  Buxton, NC 27920
  
  252-995-6100
  
  comfortinn.com‎
  
  

Cape Pines Motel

• Bill and Angie Rapant own the Cape Pines Motel, which they purchased in July 2006. The Cape Pines offers complimentary wireless Internet in all the rooms and outside there's a pool and picnic area. Rooms are available from standard to suites and offer a rustic feel with hardwood floors and cabinetry. The Cape Pines Motel standard rates as of August 2010 for the off-season are between $49 and $69; they're between $99 and $129 for in-season. Children under 12 stay free.
  
  Cape Pines Motel
  
  47497 NC Highway 12
  
  Buxton, NC 27920
  
  252-995-5666
  
  capepinesmotel.com‎
  
  

Outer Banks Motel

• The Outer Banks Motel is located on Cape Hatteras Island. This motel was established in 1955 by the Dillon family. Across the street lie the serene waters of the Pamlico Sound. The Outer Banks offers Beach and Village Cottages along with Beach rooms. Amenities include wireless internet, swimming pool, hot tub, free row boats and fish cleaning station. The motel offers daily and weekly rates. The 2010 cheapest rates are offered in January, February and March.
  
  Outer Banks Motel
  
  46577 North Carolina 12
  
  Buxton, NC 27920
  
  252-995-5601