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Clarion Pointe New Bern
3455 Doctor MLK Jr. Blvd, New Bern, NC 28562-5219
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#1 of 2 motels in New Bern
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Clarion Pointe New Bern NC welcomes you to experience the fine ambient charm of this riverfront town. Enjoy store front shopping, antique shops, unique gifts, various art gallery venues, various museum sites, garden tours, carriage tours and don't forget the many festivals around town. New Bern NC is also the birthplace of Pepsi. Local Attractions include: Tryon Palace, Civil War Tour, Carriage Tours, Trolley Rides, Wildlife Expo, MS Bike Tour, Charter Sailing, Catamaran Charter Sailing, Neuse River, Camp Seagull, Camp Don Lee, Camp Seafarer, Pamlico Sound, Imagination Station, Sports Complex, various marina and boating venues. Businesses: Bosch, Moen, Weyerhaeuser (international Paper Mill), Wal-Mart, New Bern Riverfront Convention Center, Fairfield Harbor. Nearby Cities: New Bern NC, Oriental, Havelock, Cherry Point, Washington, Trenton and Bridgeton. Our premier Clarion Pointe of New Bern NC anticipates your arrival with Newly renovated 100% Smoke Free accommodations. Enjoy Southern Hospitality in Eastern NC.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
Outdoor pool
Free breakfast
Beach
Boating
Children's television networks
Secured parking
Breakfast buffet
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Complimentary tea
Snack bar
Golf course
Fishing
Walking tours
Business Centre with Internet Access
Newspaper
Non-smoking hotel
24-hour front desk
Express check-in / check-out
Room features
Air conditioning
Desk
Housekeeping
Interconnected rooms available
Coffee / tea maker
Cable / satellite TV
Sofa bed
Walk-in shower
Safe
Telephone
Wardrobe / wardrobe
Bottled water
Clothes rack
Iron
Private bathrooms
Tile / marble floor
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Microwave
Refrigerator
Flatscreen TV
Radio
Whirlpool bathtub
Bath / shower
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
Room types
Non-smoking rooms
Suites
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Quiet
Business
Location
3455 Doctor MLK Jr. Blvd, New Bern, NC 28562-5219
Getting there
Car recommended
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Looked on TA before our trip and noticed that most of the reviews on TA are from 2019 and no recent ones for unexplained reasons. The hotel and room was very clean but positives stop there. The "breakfast" was almost all carbohydrates except for yogurt with the rest dougnuts, breads, muffins, cereals and waffles.......nothing else to eat like eggs/omelets/meat which were totally absent. Bed was VERY firm with little "give"; coffee was actually drinkable unlike some hotels but still not above a 3 in flavor.
We will stay somewhere else next visit in October.
We will stay somewhere else next visit in October.
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Date of stay: March 2022
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This property is in a great location, close to shopping, a short drive to downtown.
There is a nice open staircase to the second floor and it is open and airy, which has a nice feel to it.
Overall the staff is friendly and engaging, however the breakfast attendant on the Sunday we checked out was unfriendly to say the least. I don't want to say she negatively impacted our stay, and we would stay at this hotel again but she did impact the score on Staff and Service.
We know there are minimum standards for HIE Breakfasts. We know that a lot of HIE exceed that standard and we know that some exceed by a lot.
We encourage a better variety of meets.
We did stop by the desk relative to our breakfast experience and we were encouraged to speak to it in our review.
Overall a good stay, we recommend this property if you are staying in New Bern
There is a nice open staircase to the second floor and it is open and airy, which has a nice feel to it.
Overall the staff is friendly and engaging, however the breakfast attendant on the Sunday we checked out was unfriendly to say the least. I don't want to say she negatively impacted our stay, and we would stay at this hotel again but she did impact the score on Staff and Service.
We know there are minimum standards for HIE Breakfasts. We know that a lot of HIE exceed that standard and we know that some exceed by a lot.
We encourage a better variety of meets.
We did stop by the desk relative to our breakfast experience and we were encouraged to speak to it in our review.
Overall a good stay, we recommend this property if you are staying in New Bern
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Date of stay: July 2016Trip type: Travelled with family
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LOCATION:
This Holiday Inn is located on Highway 17 on the outskirts New Bern's historic district. It's in a pleasant neighborhood with typical shopping areas with Target, WalMarts, etc. but it's set off the road a bit and was very quiet during the night. It took about 10-15 minutes to drive straight down Hwy 17 (aka Martin Luther King Hightway) into the historic district.
ROOMS: date of stay: Friday, Jan 28th '05
Very typical, but very clean. The bathroom had new fixtures, towels and shower curtain bright white with no signs of wear. The water pressure was great. The beds were firm and in our room, two double beds, a desk and a comfortable reading chair. On the minus side is the room ac/heating unit which like them all are too noisy. THE WINDOWS ON THE 2ND FLOOR OPEN! A real plus! Our no smoking room had absolutely no odors. YEAH!
On the 2nd floor, they have a 15 x 15 open-lounge area with a big TV. I don't know if you can just go over and watch TV there instead of your room.
SERVICE:
The staff was very nice and the little things count. Like the vending machine didn't have bottled water so they gave us a few bottles. Check-in and check-out were quick. Breakfast is continental with plenty of juices, cereals, yogurts, buns and coffee.
This Holiday Inn is located on Highway 17 on the outskirts New Bern's historic district. It's in a pleasant neighborhood with typical shopping areas with Target, WalMarts, etc. but it's set off the road a bit and was very quiet during the night. It took about 10-15 minutes to drive straight down Hwy 17 (aka Martin Luther King Hightway) into the historic district.
ROOMS: date of stay: Friday, Jan 28th '05
Very typical, but very clean. The bathroom had new fixtures, towels and shower curtain bright white with no signs of wear. The water pressure was great. The beds were firm and in our room, two double beds, a desk and a comfortable reading chair. On the minus side is the room ac/heating unit which like them all are too noisy. THE WINDOWS ON THE 2ND FLOOR OPEN! A real plus! Our no smoking room had absolutely no odors. YEAH!
On the 2nd floor, they have a 15 x 15 open-lounge area with a big TV. I don't know if you can just go over and watch TV there instead of your room.
SERVICE:
The staff was very nice and the little things count. Like the vending machine didn't have bottled water so they gave us a few bottles. Check-in and check-out were quick. Breakfast is continental with plenty of juices, cereals, yogurts, buns and coffee.
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We stayed here when dropping our son off at Camp Seagull. Previous years we have stayed at Springhill Suites which was great. The hotel was fine but customer service was non existent. Room was clean and comfortable and our son enjoyed the pool. The pool is outside is in parking lot.
We first arrived at the hotel at 11am. I went into see if we would be able to check in early (check in was 3pm) and if so what time. Sally said she didn’t know if there was a room available but it would be $35 to check in early. Understandable. It didn’t seem like there were rooms available and she seemed overwhelmed so we decided to come back after going and getting lunch. We came back at 2:30. When I walked in to check in there was no one at the desk and eventually Sally came out reminded me it would be $35 to check in because it wasn’t yet 3pm for another 30 minutes. And she said l, “Policy is policy.” Rooms were ready and no one was there. I called the sister hotel next door and they said anytime after 2pm. I called other Clarion Pointes and they said anytime after 2pm. Another guest walked in and was told she too would have to wait 14 minutes to check in or pay $35. At 2:56 I walked up to check in. Then a man came up behind me. Sally grabbed my card and license and abruptly put it on the counter saying it wasn’t yet 3pm and then attended to the gentleman behind me. Sandra walked up and said, “Can I help check you in?” and Sally tried keeping her from checking me in. Sandra was very pleasant and checked us in.
Based on the initial customer service and the policy being policy I would not recommend this hotel. If you are in a bind Inthink it would be fine. We did have some ants but otherwise it was clean. Breakfast was fine- my son was happy with waffles. The other area hotels are nicer and prices are comparable.
We first arrived at the hotel at 11am. I went into see if we would be able to check in early (check in was 3pm) and if so what time. Sally said she didn’t know if there was a room available but it would be $35 to check in early. Understandable. It didn’t seem like there were rooms available and she seemed overwhelmed so we decided to come back after going and getting lunch. We came back at 2:30. When I walked in to check in there was no one at the desk and eventually Sally came out reminded me it would be $35 to check in because it wasn’t yet 3pm for another 30 minutes. And she said l, “Policy is policy.” Rooms were ready and no one was there. I called the sister hotel next door and they said anytime after 2pm. I called other Clarion Pointes and they said anytime after 2pm. Another guest walked in and was told she too would have to wait 14 minutes to check in or pay $35. At 2:56 I walked up to check in. Then a man came up behind me. Sally grabbed my card and license and abruptly put it on the counter saying it wasn’t yet 3pm and then attended to the gentleman behind me. Sandra walked up and said, “Can I help check you in?” and Sally tried keeping her from checking me in. Sandra was very pleasant and checked us in.
Based on the initial customer service and the policy being policy I would not recommend this hotel. If you are in a bind Inthink it would be fine. We did have some ants but otherwise it was clean. Breakfast was fine- my son was happy with waffles. The other area hotels are nicer and prices are comparable.
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Date of stay: June 2024Trip type: Travelled with family
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I stayed here for a night , just to get away !
I was met at the front desk with 2 invoices and a clerk that was stated as “ new .” I was double charged and didn’t get my money back for my room after I was told I would ! Please don’t stay here, you will regret it ! Worst hotel I have been at , staff wise !
I was met at the front desk with 2 invoices and a clerk that was stated as “ new .” I was double charged and didn’t get my money back for my room after I was told I would ! Please don’t stay here, you will regret it ! Worst hotel I have been at , staff wise !
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Date of stay: July 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Completely refurbished. great room amenities. Skimpy breakfast. Pool was closed due to vandals throwing rusty nails into the pool. Mattress was good but Tru hotels are still my favorite mattress. The Keurig coffee maker was a nice touch. If ever i go back to New Bern this will be my choice of a place to stay.
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Date of stay: June 2022
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I spent a week on the road and unfortunately I only spent one night in this hotel. The service was awesome! I was met by a very positive, upbeat, and energetic host. The room was spotless, the bed was comfortable and the location was perfect! In addition to that they were having some kind of customer appreciation night which made the stay even better. Check in was quick and check out was quicker. I left my garment bag in the room and they called me to tell me they had secured it and was holding it at the counter for me to pick up. I will be back! This is going to be my place to stay when I am in New Bern.
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Date of stay: April 2012Trip type: Travelled on business
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We had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The staff (Amy) was friendly at check-in and the room and hotel common areas were clean and comfortable. The breakfast had enough variety and the woman did a great job ensuring it was clean and restocked. We would definitely stay here again if ever in town.
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Date of stay: May 2019Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We were in town visiting the area and stayed here over night to continue our visit of the area the next day. Clean hotel, polite staff and great breakfast! Outside pool was nice also. Would come back again here if ever in the area.
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Date of stay: August 2018Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip: Room near the back of hotel for easy access to the pool.
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Response from Daxa p P, Front Office Manager at Clarion Pointe New Bern
Responded 25 Aug 2018
Thank you for choosing Holiday Inn Express New Bern NC We’re glad that you enjoy your stayed with us and hopefully we will see you again on your next visit to New Bern NC
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We had to stop short of our destination and pulled in around 10 at night without a reservation. The staff was helpful, accommodating, informative, engaging and very friendly. We were given the type of room we wanted, best location for our parking needs, reasonably priced, and clean. We had a great breakfast, again impressed with the staff, and were very pleased with our experience.
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Date of stay: April 2015Trip type: Travelled with family
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PRICE RANGE
€106 - €150 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
holiday inn express new bern hotel new bern, holiday inn new bern, new bern holiday inn
FORMERLY KNOWN AS
Holiday Inn Express New Bern, an IHG hotel
LOCATION
United StatesNorth CarolinaNorth Carolina CoastNew Bern
NUMBER OF ROOMS
60
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Frequently Asked Questions about Clarion Pointe New Bern
Which popular attractions are close to Clarion Pointe New Bern?
Nearby attractions include Angry Chihuahua Brands LLC (0.3 km), Mickey Milligan's Billiards (0.7 km), and Bear Town Cinema (1.1 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Clarion Pointe New Bern?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and a fitness centre.
Which room amenities are available at Clarion Pointe New Bern?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, a flat screen TV, and a refrigerator.
What food & drink options are available at Clarion Pointe New Bern?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, complimentary tea, and free instant coffee during their stay.
Is parking available at Clarion Pointe New Bern?
Yes, free parking and secured parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Clarion Pointe New Bern?
Conveniently located restaurants include Carolina Bagel Co & Deli, Spunky McDoogle's, and Annabelles.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Clarion Pointe New Bern?
Yes, guests have access to a fitness centre and an outdoor pool during their stay.
Are there any historical sites close to Clarion Pointe New Bern?
Many travellers enjoy visiting North Carolina History Center - Tryon Palace (5.0 km) and Birthplace of Pepsi-Cola (5.3 km).
Is Clarion Pointe New Bern accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access and facilities for disabled guests. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.