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Hotels in Carolina Beach

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A pool area with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean.
A pathway leading to a beach with umbrellas and a pier.
A spacious hotel lobby with a long dining table, multiple seating options, and large windows offering views of the outside.
A balcony with a view of the beach and ocean during sunset.

1. Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront
Downtown
$122
$138 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view of the sea.
A hotel with a parking lot and beach view.
A hotel corridor with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a view of the sea through the windows.
A poolside area with lounge chairs, a wooden deck leading to the beach, and a clear view of the ocean.

2. Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton

Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton
Wilmington Beach
$118
$134 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton
A balcony with a view of a pool and ocean.
A resort with a swimming pool, beach access, and a boardwalk.
A modern kitchen with a large island, bar stools, and a hanging light fixture.
A coastal hotel with a boardwalk, beach access, and a gazebo.

3. Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach Oceanfront
Downtown
$118
$134 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach Oceanfront
An outdoor patio area with wooden seating, a fire pit, hanging plants, and string lights.
A covered balcony with a pool, overlooking a residential area with houses and a clear sky.
A reception desk with a wooden finish, a small round table with magazines, a white chair, and a painting of a beach scene on the wall.
A covered corridor with white brick walls, wooden beams, and a metal railing.

4. Dry Dock Inn

Dry Dock Inn
Carolina Beach
$91
$103 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Dry Dock Inn
A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a TV.
A living room with a blue sofa, orange chairs, a round coffee table, and a surfboard.
A covered porch with green chairs and potted plants, a teal door with the number 18, and white walls with wooden slats.
A bedroom with a bed, wooden nightstands, a ceiling fan, and a large rug.

5. The Starlite Inn

The Starlite Inn
Downtown
$79
$90 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
The Starlite Inn
A wooden deck with white chairs and green umbrellas overlooking a beach.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a stove, and a sink.
A room with a large window overlooking a beach, a kitchenette with a refrigerator, microwave, and coffee maker, and a wooden cabinet with drawers.
A beach with sand and sparse vegetation.

6. The Beach House

The Beach House
Carolina Beach
$88
$102 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
The Beach House
A covered deck with a pool, overlooking a beach and ocean.
A covered outdoor area with a wooden deck, white lattice fence, and turquoise chairs.
Room
A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a window with blinds, and a painting on the wall.

7. Savannah Inn

Savannah Inn
Carolina Beach
$125
$141 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Savannah Inn
A nighttime scene with a large crowd gathered to watch fireworks.
An outdoor restaurant with wooden beams, bar area, and outdoor seating.
A rustic bar area with wooden furniture, a counter with various bottles, and a large screen.
A colorful building with a sign reading "The Drummer's Retreat."

8. Pirates Cove

Pirates Cove
Carolina Beach
$103
$117 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Pirates Cove
A porch with two wicker chairs, a door labeled "No 3", and a blue railing.
A blue door with a number sign, a potted plant, wicker chairs, and a wall-mounted light fixture.
A modern living room with a blue door marked "No 8", a grey sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A hotel room with two beds, a bathroom with a mirror and sink, a small seating area with a rattan table, and a beach-themed painting on the wall.

9. Carolina Beach Motel

Carolina Beach Motel
Downtown
$144
$163 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Carolina Beach Motel
A balcony with a view of the ocean, white railings, and a clear sky.
A building with a white exterior, red doors, and a staircase leading to a balcony.
A room with a white sofa, a round table with a book, a woven pendant light, and a painting on the wall.
A beach with waves, umbrellas, and people.

10. Oceaneer

Oceaneer
Wilmington Beach
$134
$152 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Oceaneer
A narrow hallway with wooden flooring, white walls, and doors leading to a bedroom and a kitchen area.
A covered porch with white rocking chairs, a small table, and a stone wall.
A staircase with wooden steps and a handrail, a wall-mounted sanitation rating sign, and a woven basket decoration.
A spacious living room with a wooden floor, a white sofa, wicker chairs, a dining table, and a baby crib.

11. Carolina Beach Inn

Carolina Beach Inn
Downtown
$137
$155 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Carolina Beach Inn
A balcony with wicker furniture and star decorations, overlooking a beach and a building.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a sink, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a floor lamp. There is a kitchen area with wooden cabinets and a microwave.
A residential building with a pool, outdoor seating, and a clear view of the surrounding landscape.

12. Condo w/ Pool Access - Walk to Beach!

Condo w/ Pool Access - Walk to Beach!
Carolina Beach
Condo w/ Pool Access - Walk to Beach!
A kitchen with a glass-top island, white cabinets, and a microwave.
Interior
A swimming pool with a white fence, a lifebuoy, and a wooden deck leading to the beach.
A kitchen with a bar area, white bar stools, a dining table with chairs, and a ceiling fan.

13. Carolina Beach Condo w/ Balcony & Ocean Access!

Carolina Beach Condo w/ Balcony & Ocean Access!
Carolina Beach
$102
$323 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Carolina Beach Condo w/ Balcony & Ocean Access!
A pool area with a wooden pergola, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean.
A living room with a beige sofa, a flat-screen TV on a wooden cabinet, a hanging light fixture, and a window with blinds.
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a nightstand, a lamp, a painting, and a window.
A kitchen with a sink, stove, oven, microwave, and refrigerator.

14. Seven Seas Oceanfront

Seven Seas Oceanfront
Kure Beach
$103
$116 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Seven Seas Oceanfront
A balcony with a view of the beach and a pool.
An aerial view of a coastal town with a long beach, a pier extending into the water, and residential buildings along the shore.
A multi-story hotel with a swimming pool, parking lot, and a view of the surrounding area.
A balcony with white chairs, a wooden ceiling, and a view of the beach and ocean.

15. The Sand Dunes

The Sand Dunes
Kure Beach
$78
$92 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
The Sand Dunes
A room with a view of the ocean, a balcony with a pool, and a potted plant.
A beach with a wooden boardwalk leading to a wooden structure, surrounded by dunes and a clear sky.
A poolside area with lounge chairs and a covered seating area.
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a kitchenette.

16. Admiral's Quarter

Admiral's Quarter
Kure Beach
$64
$75 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Admiral's Quarter
A modern living room with a fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
An outdoor patio with a table and chairs, a large umbrella, and a view of a grassy area and trees.
A modern living room with a fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A modern restaurant with a central island, wooden tables, and pendant lighting.

17. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Southport

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Southport
Southport
$87
$94 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Southport
A spacious room with a large chandelier, a wooden staircase, and a view through an arched window.
A hotel lobby with a wooden floor, a reception desk, a staircase, and a reception area with two chairs and a lamp.
A building with a grand entrance, large columns, and a double door with a number above it.
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a clear sky.

18. Beau Rivage Golf & Resort

Beau Rivage Golf & Resort
Wilmington
$107
$121 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Beau Rivage Golf & Resort
An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams, large windows, and outdoor seating areas.
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, two yellow chairs, and a colorful abstract painting above the desk.
A modern kitchen with blue cabinets, a central island, and green pendant lighting.
A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a chair.

19. Spark by Hilton Wilmington Carolina Beach Rd

Spark by Hilton Wilmington Carolina Beach Rd
Wilmington
$81
$92 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Spark by Hilton Wilmington Carolina Beach Rd
A lobby with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a television mounted on the wall.
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, several chairs, a stone fireplace, and a television mounted on the wall.
A stone fireplace with a flat-screen TV above it, flanked by dining tables and chairs.
A hotel with a large entrance, a flag, and a sign indicating it is a Wyndham hotel.

20. Wingate By Wyndham Southport

Wingate By Wyndham Southport
Southport
$76
$84 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Wingate By Wyndham Southport
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An outdoor patio area with wooden seating, a fire pit, hanging plants, and string lights.
A covered balcony with a pool, overlooking a residential area with houses and a clear sky.
A reception desk with a wooden finish, a small round table with magazines, a white chair, and a painting of a beach scene on the wall.
A covered corridor with white brick walls, wooden beams, and a metal railing.

Dry Dock Inn

Dry Dock Inn
Carolina Beach
$36 off
$102
per night
$231 total
includes taxes & fees
Dry Dock Inn
A living room with blue sofas, a TV, a ceiling fan, and artwork on the walls.
A single-story house with a front porch, a blue door, and a small garden area.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a ceiling fan, a TV, a mirror, and a door.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a coffee maker, a stove, and a refrigerator.

Flip Flop Cottage

Flip Flop Cottage
Carolina Beach
$2 off
$109
per night
$624 total
includes taxes & fees
Flip Flop Cottage
A wooden deck with Adirondack chairs overlooking a beach.
A wooden deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a pool and ocean view.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in oven, and a countertop with a coffee maker.
A sandy beach path leading to the sea, surrounded by tall grass.

Sea Colony by Carolina Retreats

Sea Colony by Carolina Retreats
Wilmington Beach
$2 off
$102
per night
$547 total
includes taxes & fees
Sea Colony by Carolina Retreats
A covered outdoor seating area with a view of the ocean.
A multi-story building with balconies, located near a sandy beach area.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a microwave.
A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with clear blue water and grassy areas.

Winds by Carolina Retreats

Winds by Carolina Retreats
Carolina Beach
$3 off
$156
per night
$946 total
includes taxes & fees
Winds by Carolina Retreats
A spacious kitchen with a wooden table and chairs, a refrigerator, and a clock on the wall.
An aerial view of a coastal residential area with houses and a beach.
Property amenity
A room with a gray sofa, patterned rug, wooden flooring, white walls, and a ceiling fan.

Toes in the Sand by Carolina Retreats

Toes in the Sand by Carolina Retreats
Carolina Beach
$2 off
$109
per night
$771 total
includes taxes & fees
Toes in the Sand by Carolina Retreats
A porch with two white chairs and a table, overlooking a grassy field.
A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a television, a ceiling fan, and a window with blinds.
An aerial view of a pool area with lounge chairs and a pool.
A beachfront hotel with multiple balconies, a sandy beach, and a view of the ocean.

A Place At The Beach #1D by Carolina Retreats

A Place At The Beach #1D by Carolina Retreats
Carolina Beach
$2 off
$116
per night
$671 total
includes taxes & fees
A Place At The Beach #1D by Carolina Retreats
A wooden deck with white chairs, overlooking a beach and a building with large windows.
A living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.
A modern kitchen with a large island, bar stools, and blue cabinetry.
A wooden pathway leading to a beach with a clear sky.

Seaside Serenity by Carolina Retreats

Seaside Serenity by Carolina Retreats
Carolina Beach
$7 off
$332
per night
$1,402 total
includes taxes & fees
Seaside Serenity by Carolina Retreats

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A wooden deck with white chairs and green umbrellas overlooking a beach.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a stove, and a sink.
A room with a large window overlooking a beach, a kitchenette with a refrigerator, microwave, and coffee maker, and a wooden cabinet with drawers.
A beach with sand and sparse vegetation.

The Beach House

The Beach House
Carolina Beach
$88
$102 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
The Beach House
A porch with two wicker chairs, a door labeled "No 3", and a blue railing.
A blue door with a number sign, a potted plant, wicker chairs, and a wall-mounted light fixture.
A modern living room with a blue door marked "No 8", a grey sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A hotel room with two beds, a bathroom with a mirror and sink, a small seating area with a rattan table, and a beach-themed painting on the wall.

Carolina Beach Motel

Carolina Beach Motel
Downtown
$144
$163 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Carolina Beach Motel
A nighttime scene with a large crowd gathered to watch fireworks.
An outdoor restaurant with wooden beams, bar area, and outdoor seating.
A rustic bar area with wooden furniture, a counter with various bottles, and a large screen.
A colorful building with a sign reading "The Drummer's Retreat."

Pirates Cove

Pirates Cove
Carolina Beach
$103
$117 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Pirates Cove
A narrow hallway with wooden flooring, white walls, and doors leading to a bedroom and a kitchen area.
A covered porch with white rocking chairs, a small table, and a stone wall.
A staircase with wooden steps and a handrail, a wall-mounted sanitation rating sign, and a woven basket decoration.
A spacious living room with a wooden floor, a white sofa, wicker chairs, a dining table, and a baby crib.

Carolina Beach Inn

Carolina Beach Inn
Downtown
$137
$155 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Carolina Beach Inn
A covered deck with a pool, overlooking a beach and ocean.
A covered outdoor area with a wooden deck, white lattice fence, and turquoise chairs.
Room
A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a window with blinds, and a painting on the wall.

Savannah Inn

Savannah Inn
Carolina Beach
$125
$141 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Savannah Inn
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Top neighborhoods in Carolina Beach

A wooden boardwalk with a Ferris wheel, palm trees, and a beach in the background.

Wilmington Beach

Carolina Beach's Wilmington Beach neighborhood offers attractions including Carolina Beach.

A sandy beach path leading to the ocean, flanked by wooden railings and tall grasses.
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A beach with rows of surfboards lined up on the sand, a tent, and people in the background.
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A crowded beach with waves, umbrellas, and buildings in the background.
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A beach with waves crashing onto the shore and a clear blue ocean.
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A sunset over the ocean with clouds and birds flying.
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Downtown

The Downtown neighborhood has lots to see including Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Carolina Beach Arcade.

Top landmarks in Carolina Beach

A colorful street with a blue building labeled 'Krazy Kones' and a sign for 'Fried Dough Cakes'.

Carolina Beach Boardwalk

9.0/10 (1,273 reviews)
Why not give yourself a treat with a trip to Carolina Beach Boardwalk, just one of the family attractions in central Carolina Beach. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches. If you have fun at Carolina Beach Boardwalk, you'll love Carolina Beach Arcade and Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School, both a short walk away.
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Beachfront houses with wooden decks and stairs leading to the beach.

Carolina Beach

9.2/10 (1,800 reviews)
If being by the water is a major draw, Carolina Beach is a spot you might want to check out, located 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from central Carolina Beach. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Freeman Park located nearby.
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A sandy beach with footprints, a pier in the background, and a dog walking with a person.

Freeman Park

8.6/10 (232 reviews)
Whether you want to collect beach glass or watch the sunset, Freeman Park is a spot you might want to check out, located 2.5 mi (4 km) from central Carolina Beach. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Carolina Beach located nearby.
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A wooden boardwalk through a dense forest with tall trees and undergrowth.

Carolina Beach State Park

8.8/10 (399 reviews)
Carolina Beach State Park is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from central Carolina Beach, why not stop by during your stay. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is walkable and has lots of nice beaches.
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Carolina Beach Fishing Pier

8.6/10 (470 reviews)
Carolina Beach Fishing Pier is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from central Carolina Beach, why not stop by during your stay. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is family-friendly and has lots of nice beaches.
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Carolina Beach Lake Park

Carolina Beach Lake Park is worth a visit, located 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from central Carolina Beach.
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SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar

If you find yourself in Downtown, you can stop off for a few drinks or snacks at SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar.
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Four Hounds Distilling

Four Hounds Distilling is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from central Carolina Beach, why not stop by during your stay.
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Learn more about Carolina Beach

Beyond the family-friendly boardwalk with its carnival rides and cotton candy, Carolina Beach offers a perfect blend of nostalgic seaside fun and natural wonders. Catch waves at dawn when locals claim the surf is sweetest, or cast a line from the fishing pier where regulars share tales taller than their catches. The state park hides a botanical marvel – wild Venus flytraps that snap at insects with prehistoric precision. Freeman Park's less crowded shores provide respite from boardwalk energy, while summer evenings bring beach music that turns strangers into dance partners. Fort Fisher in nearby Kure Beach offers Civil War history with ocean views. Don't miss the fresh seafood shacks where hushpuppies arrive hot enough to juggle.

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A wooden boardwalk with a Ferris wheel, palm trees, and a beach in the background.

Check out reviews of Carolina Beach hotels guests love

The Starlite Inn

The Starlite Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Great location, right in the heart of town!"
Chris 1-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
The Starlite Inn
Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach Oceanfront

8/10 Good
"We had oceanfront room for our very short getaway trip. We went there without our kids but looked very family friendly Very convenient location with many restaurants nearby . We went to Malama cafe for breakfast ."
Faizah 1-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach Oceanfront
The Beach House

The Beach House

10/10 Excellent
"Was a great place to stay for two nights, and had great beach access. While walkable to the boardwalk area and restaurants."
Sarah 2-night trip
Posted 20 hours ago
The Beach House
Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

8/10 Good
"Very friendly staff! We had a great time at this property 😀"
Lisa 2-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront
Carolina Beach Inn

Carolina Beach Inn

10/10 Excellent
"This was the first time I stayed here and it was for my birthday. It's definitely a nice and cozy spot for the weekend"
Cynthia 2-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Carolina Beach Inn
Sands by Carolina Retreats

Sands by Carolina Retreats

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful views of the ocean and Carolina Beach. The condo was beautiful and looks recently updated. Bright, spacious, and comfortable. Ample supplies in the kitchen. Bedrooms were roomy. Nice having a washer and dryer in the unit. Huge deck over looking ocean with very nice furniture on deck. Beach chairs were also available for use. Great for families. Plenty of room for everyone. Also walking distance to shops, restaurants, and the boardwalk. Check was quick and easy. Everyone was very helpful and friendly. Highly recommend this property."
Susan 8-night trip
Posted 6 months ago
Sands by Carolina Retreats

Frequently asked questions

What accommodations do travelers recommend in Carolina Beach?
Guests like Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton, The Beach House and Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront.
Can I book a refundable accommodation in Carolina Beach?
If you want the flexibility to change your plans to Carolina Beach, most properties provide refundable* bookable rates. You can see these properties by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow down the results.
Where should I stay in Carolina Beach if I'm looking for a reasonably priced accommodation?
A few inexpensive options worth considering are The Beach House, Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton and Pirates Cove.
Where can I stay in Carolina Beach if I want a vacation rental instead of a traditional hotel?
If you want to find a good alternative to a hotel, look over our selection of 604 vacation homes. In addition, there are 95 apartments and 643 condos.
What will the weather in Carolina Beach be like during my vacation?
July and August are typically the warmest months in Carolina Beach when the average temp is 79°F. January and February are the coldest months when the average temperature is 53°F. September and August are the months with the most rain.
Why should I book my Carolina Beach hotel through Hotels.com?
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