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Hotels Near Camp Lejeune; On-Base and Off-Base Options

The surf at Onslow Beach on Camp Lejeune at sunset, near many hotels and vacation rentals for families PCSing to the area.

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Camp Lejeune is the largest Marine Corps base on the East Coast, home to II Marine Expeditionary Force and tens of thousands of Marines and sailors. If you have PCS orders to Lejeune, here’s what you need to know about lodging — on base, off base, and how Temporary Lodging Expense works so you’re not leaving money on the table.

TLE Quick Facts

TLE Quick Facts — Camp Lejeune

Authorized TLE days: Up to 21 days CONUS (JTR Table 5-13)

Daily TLE cap: Up to $290/day

Standard PCS lodging cap: $110/night

Pet reimbursement: Up to $550 CONUS (JTR 050107)

Table 5-13. Authorized TLE Locations and Time Limits

TLE authorized for 7 days when moving to a PDS OCONUS from a prior PDS in the CONUS, or reporting to the first PDS OCONUS from a home of record or initial technical school.

TLE authorized for 21 days when reporting to a PDS in the CONUS, or reporting to the first PDS CONUS from a home of record or initial technical school. Days may be split between the old and new PDS locations at the Service member’s discretion.

A Service member and dependent may be reimbursed up to a maximum of $290 per day. TLE is calculated based on the locality per diem rates, the number of dependents and their ages, and the actual lodging expenses.

The exact amount you receive depends on your household size — the calculation is a percentage of the applicable locality lodging and M&IE rates.

Your key booking decision is whether a hotel or rental comes in at or under your TLE allowance.

On-Base Lodging

Camp Lejeune’s on-base lodging is operated through the Lejeune Inn and several transient quarters facilities across the installation. With a base this size, availability and location vary — contact the lodging office directly when your orders drop and ask specifically about family suites if you’re traveling with dependents.

  • Phone: (910) 451-2574
  • Reservations: Book through the Marine Corps lodging system or call directly
  • Pet policy: Limited pet-friendly rooms — confirm when booking

Peak PCS season (May through August) fills on-base lodging fast. Call as soon as orders drop. If on-base lodging is unavailable, get a non-availability confirmation number before booking off base — you’ll need it for your TLE claim.

Off-Base Hotels Near Camp Lejeune

Jacksonville is the primary off-base community for Camp Lejeune families. Most chain hotels are clustered along N. Marine Boulevard (US-17) and Western Boulevard — both within 5-15 minutes of the main gates. Hotel pricing in Jacksonville is generally reasonable and most national chains are well-acquainted with military families.

When searching, look for properties that advertise government per diem rates or are listed under FedRooms.

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Whole-House Rentals for TLE Families

The Jacksonville area has solid vacation rental inventory — the coast and the outdoor recreation market keep it active year-round. Weekly rates regularly come in at or under TLE allowances, but may increase due to seasonal demand or special events. But for families spending weeks waiting for on base housing, a rental with a kitchen, yard, and washer/dryer is a meaningful upgrade over a hotel room.

VRBO bookings are reimbursable under TLE as long as the nightly rate is at or under the lodging cap. See our guide to using a vacation rental for TLE for the full process.

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Pet-Friendly Lodging Near Camp Lejeune

Jacksonville has pet-friendly options along the N. Marine Boulevard corridor. My Place Hotel and MainStay Suites both accommodate pets, but always call ahead to confirm current breed restrictions and fee structures. Pet policies change and what’s listed online isn’t always current.

Pet hotel fees are reimbursable under JTR paragraph 050107 — up to $550 CONUS total per PCS. Keep itemized receipts showing pet fees as a separate line item for your voucher.

050107. Pet Expenses Due to a PCS

A. Authority Effective January 1, 2024.

1. Eligibility. A Service member or Service member’s dependent on a PCS order with an effective date of January 1, 2024 or later may be authorized reimbursement for the costs related to the relocation of one household pet that arises from a permanent change of station. A household pet is a cat or a dog, owned for personal companionship.

2. CONUS. A Service member or Service member’s dependent may be authorized the reasonable and substantiated cost of mandatory microchipping, boarding fees, hotel service charges, licensing fees at the new PDS, and pet shipping fees if the member flies rather than drives, or the pet is shipped separately from the member. Reimbursement for the actual cost of all expenses is limited to $550 per PCS move.

3. OCONUS. Reimbursement for the actual cost of all necessary expenses is limited to $2,000 per PCS move.

Location Factors You Should Consider

The base is massive. Camp Lejeune covers over 150,000 acres. Your unit’s location on base matters more here than at most installations — confirm which gate is closest to your gaining unit before you book a hotel, or you could end up adding 20 minutes to your daily commute during in-processing.

Onslow Beach. Camp Lejeune has an on-base beach facility — definitely worth knowing if you’re arriving in summer.

New River. MCAS New River is adjacent to Camp Lejeune and shares some facilities. If your orders are to New River rather than Lejeune proper, the same off-base areas apply — Jacksonville hotels serve both installations easily.

Coast proximity. Jacksonville is about 45 minutes from the Outer Banks and 30 minutes from Topsail Island. If you’re doing TLE during summer, rental inventory on the coast is an option for families who want beach access — just verify the nightly rate stays at or under the lodging cap.

Know Your Entitlements Before You Book

There are two different lodging entitlements on a PCS move and they’re easy to confuse:

  • If you’re staying near Camp Lejeune on the way to your next station, your lodging is capped at the CONUS standard rate — currently $110/night.
  • If you’re moving to or from Camp Lejeune and using TLE, your lodging is based on your family size and the local per diem, up to $290/day total.

For the full picture of what you’re authorized on a PCS move — MALT, per diem, TLE, DLA, pet reimbursements, and more — see our complete PCS entitlements guide. Or plug your move into our free PCS planner to calculate travel days, per diem, and mileage in one shot.

Frequently Asked Questions About Lodging at Camp Lejeune

Up to 21 days for a CONUS PCS per JTR Table 5-13, split between your losing and gaining installations.

Jacksonville is your primary option — N. Marine Boulevard and Western Boulevard have the most hotel inventory and both corridors are within 5-15 minutes of the main gates. Confirm which gate is closest to your unit before booking, as the base is large and gate proximity matters.

Yes — MCAS New River is adjacent to Camp Lejeune and the same Jacksonville off-base hotel corridor serves both installations. If your orders are to New River, the hotel picks and VRBO options on this page apply to you.

The daily TLE cap is $290. The standard PCS lodging rate that factors into that calculation is $110/night. Lodging taxes are reimbursable separately as a miscellaneous expense per FTR 301-11.27.

The N. Marine Boulevard and Western Boulevard corridors in Jacksonville are your best options — both within 5-15 minutes of the main gates and where most military families stay for family day and graduation week.

Hotels fill quickly for graduation weekends, especially in summer. Book as soon as you have the date, but confirm which gate is closest to your Marine’s unit before booking — the base is large and gate proximity makes a real difference in daily commute time during graduation week.

Yes. Vacation rentals are reimbursable under TLE as lodging as long as the nightly rate is at or under the $110 lodging cap. However, you must attempt to book on-base lodging first and obtain a non-availability confirmation number to get the full rate reimbursed.

Yes — up to $550 CONUS total per PCS under JTR paragraph 050107. Keep itemized receipts showing pet fees as a separate line item.

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