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Clarion Pointe New Bern

Stay at Clarion Pointe New Bern, a 4.2-star hotel with free breakfast, pool, and fitness center. Conveniently located near historic Tryon Palace and Union Point Park.

3455 Dr. M.L.K. Jr Blvd, New Bern, NC 28562, United States View on map
8.4/10
Very Good Based on 444 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free breakfast Free parking Accessible Outdoor pool
What recent guests emphasize

Clarion Pointe New Bern Highlights

Recent guests appreciate the hotel's cleanliness, comfortable beds, and friendly staff, alongside a convenient location close to local attractions. Some note minor drawbacks with breakfast options and water pressure, but overall find it a good value stay.

Guests often praise

  • Clean and well-maintained rooms with comfortable beds and quiet surroundings
  • Friendly and accommodating front desk and housekeeping staff
  • Free breakfast featuring a variety of light options like waffles, bagels, fruit, and yogurt
  • Convenient location near Tryon Palace and other local points of interest
  • Helpful gestures such as providing fans or room changes to enhance comfort

Worth knowing

  • Breakfast does not include traditional hot items like eggs or bacon
  • Some guests report weak water pressure in bathroom faucets, though shower pressure is adequate
  • The pool is closed during winter months, and gym facilities are basic
  • Orange juice dispenser may occasionally malfunction
  • Ground floor rooms, while quiet for many, might be busier in summer due to local workers

Best for

  • Travelers seeking affordable, clean, and straightforward lodging
  • Visitors attending events or exploring New Bern’s historic sites
  • Guests valuing friendly service and a quiet atmosphere
  • LGBTQ+ friendly travelers looking for an inclusive place to stay
  • Those preferring light, convenient breakfast options and free parking
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About this property

Welcome to Clarion Pointe New Bern

Clarion Pointe New Bern offers straightforward lodging with essential amenities such as an outdoor pool, fitness center, complimentary breakfast, free WiFi, and parking. The hotel is recognized for its cleanliness and comfortable rooms, with many guests appreciating quiet surroundings despite its convenient location.

Situated off the US-17 Highway, this property provides easy access to notable local attractions. Historic sites like Tryon Palace, located just a short drive away, and the Birthplace of Pepsi are within reach. Nearby outdoor spaces such as Union Point Park and the New Bern Firemen's Museum also make for pleasant day trips.

With a 4.2 rating based on over 400 reviews, feedback highlights include friendly and accommodating staff and a well-maintained environment. Some guests have noted minor issues such as limited breakfast options and occasional low water pressure, but these do not detract significantly from overall satisfaction. The hotel’s welcoming atmosphere extends to being LGBTQ+ friendly, broadening its appeal.

Travelers arriving by air will find Coastal Carolina Regional Airport conveniently close, about a 10-minute drive, while other regional airports require longer trips. Nearby accommodations include Candlewood Suites New Bern and Bridgepointe Hotel and Marina, offering alternatives within a short distance.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free breakfast
Free parking
Accessible
Outdoor pool
Air-conditioned
Laundry service
Business center
Kid-friendly
Hot tub
Fitness center
Smoke-free

Not available at this property

Pet-friendly
Restaurant
Airport shuttle
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

EG
Elijah Greene Apr 12, 2026
10

Perfect to rest at. Good breakfast. In a quite area as well. Enjoyed every second

SC
Susan Challenger Apr 03, 2026
10

I reviewed every hotel in New Bern. Almost didn't choose this one, glad I consider that some people write reviews in anger. Ultimately chose the Clarion Pointe for the location closest to a wedding we attended. This hotel is really nice. All remodeled and SPOTLESS! Beds were comfortable, staff was friendly. If there was a complaint, the water pressure from the bathroom faucet was weak. But, that could be from a water saver being installed. Water pressure was fine for showering. Front Desk staff asked if a ground level room was OK. Advised if we found it to be noisy, we could be moved at no problem. Usually, in the summer the ground floor can be busy with out of town construction workers who get up early according to them. However, we never heard a sound. Rooms were very quiet. As for the complaints about their breakfast. First, it's free, seriously shut up! No, there isn't any eggs, bacon or sausage. Plenty of bagels, different types of bread for toast, waffles, oatmeal, muffins, fruit and yogurt. If you need eggs, bacon and sausage there are 100 places you can walk or drive in seconds to fulfill your bacon, sausage and egg needs. We cannot advise about the pool because it's closed during the winter and didn't use the gym, but the gym had what you needed to get a workout done. For the price, cleanliness, comfort, decent food for a light breakfast and friendly staff. We'd definitely be happy to book another stay here at the Clarion Pointe in New Bern.

KT
Kokila Tucker Mar 10, 2026
10

Need more washer in dryers. Great clean rooms. Better breakfast. Very clean. I would definitely recommend here for relaxing

JC
Jennifer Cole Mar 07, 2026
10

This was my second time staying at Clarion Pointe in New Bern. The room was nice and clean. The bed was comfortable with plenty of pillows. The AC was not blowing hard or very cold but the front desk young lady brought us a tall tower fan to help with that. Very accommodating. The breakfast was good although I wish the orange juice dispenser was working properly. Just water was coming out. Location is great and overall we were happy with our stay.

SL
Susan Lynds Feb 19, 2026
10

A very nice, clean hotel. No complaints. At first I was worried because our room was directly across from the ice machine, but I did not hear a thing! We would definitely stay there again.

SS
Safiullah Shaikh Feb 05, 2026
8.0

Looked like the hotel was recently renovated, could sense the paint odor. Didn’t go for breakfast but it was in a small space. Apart from it, the rooms and hallway were clean and the restroom was also comfortable.

EB
Erica Best Jan 23, 2026
10

This hotel was amazing for sure!!! My mom and I flew in from New Jersey to North Carolina for a funeral. A family member Alice recommended this hotel Clarion Point. And I’m telling you it did not disappoint!! The hotel was exceptionally clean especially to our standards. The staff was nice, the cleaning staff was amazing. We will forever stay at this hotel every time we come to North Carolina. I recommend this hotel to anyone. I give this hotel a 5 star!! Keep up the good work Clarion Point and keep it clean!!! Thank you to everyone!!!

JG
Josh Griffin Jan 06, 2026
10

Room is clean, bed is comfortable. The real win here for me was the front desk staff. I arrived at 1am, exhausted, and Sharon was very helpful and kind. The kindness was most welcoming after a long drive and late night. Thank you.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Clarion Pointe New Bern

New Bern, North Carolina, USA

This modern lodging is off the US-17 Highway, a 10-minute drive from historic Tryon Palace and 4.9 miles from the Birthplace of Pepsi.

  • Target 9 min Walk
  • Board of Education 11 min Walk
  • Albert J Ellis Airport 59 min Car
  • Coastal Carolina Regional Airport 10 min Car
  • Pitt-Greenville Airport 1 hr 5 Car · 3 hr 9 Transit
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in North Carolina. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

Tryon Palace 2,004 reviews

Tryon Palace

529 S Front St, New Bern, NC 28562, United States

4.6 · Historical Place
Union Point Park 3,037 reviews

Union Point Park

210 E Front St, New Bern, NC 28560, United States

4.7 · Park
New Bern Firemen's Museum 248 reviews

New Bern Firemen's Museum

420 Broad St, New Bern, NC 28560, United States

4.7 · Museum
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