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Our top choices for Carolina Beach 3-star hotels

A pool area with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean.
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.
A wooden boardwalk leading to a multi-story hotel with balconies and a pool area.

1. Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront
Downtown
United States
Cherie
CA $247
CA $280 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront
A coastal hotel with a boardwalk, beach access, and a gazebo.
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.

2. Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach Oceanfront
Downtown
United States
Hortense
CA $225
CA $254 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
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 modern hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a blue accent wall, a ceiling fan, and a small desk with a lamp.
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.

3. Dry Dock Inn

Dry Dock Inn
Carolina Beach
United States
Janie
CA $175
CA $197 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Dry Dock Inn
A wooden deck with Adirondack chairs overlooking a beach.
A sandy beach path leading to the sea, surrounded by tall grass.
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.

4. Sea Colony by Carolina Retreats

Sea Colony by Carolina Retreats
Wilmington Beach
United States
Maureen
Sea Colony by Carolina Retreats
A wooden gate leading to a beach area with a view of the ocean.
A beach with clear blue water and a sandy shore.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a wooden fence.
A wooden gate leading to a beach with a clear view of the ocean.

5. Sand Pebbles #A3 - Pelican Perch

Sand Pebbles #A3 - Pelican Perch
Carolina Beach
Sand Pebbles #A3 - Pelican Perch
A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with sand and grass on either side.
A living room with a sofa, ottoman, and TV stand. There is a ceiling fan, a window with blinds, and a kitchen in the background.
A wooden gate leading to a beach area with a view of the ocean.
A balcony with a view of the beach and ocean, white chairs, and a small table.

6. Sand Pebbles by Carolina Retreats

Sand Pebbles by Carolina Retreats
Carolina Beach
United States
Terry
Sand Pebbles by Carolina Retreats
A covered porch with two wicker chairs and a glass table, a window with blinds, and a wall clock.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a kitchen area in the background.
A bedroom with a bed, a window with blinds, a ceiling fan, and a green cabinet.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stove, and a microwave.

7. Steps to Ocean! Family-friendly Carolina Beach Gem

Steps to Ocean! Family-friendly Carolina Beach Gem
Wilmington Beach
Steps to Ocean! Family-friendly Carolina Beach Gem
A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with a ship in the distance.
A wooden boardwalk leading to a building with a sign that reads "CORAL".
A spacious living room with a ceiling fan, a sofa, a chair, and a coffee table. There are two windows with blinds, a desk with a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through large sliding glass doors.
A multi-story hotel with a flat roof, located near a beach with ocean views.

8. Coral Surf #A1 - Beachy Keen by Carolina Retreats

Coral Surf #A1 - Beachy Keen by Carolina Retreats
Carolina Beach
United States
Bonita
Coral Surf #A1 - Beachy Keen by Carolina Retreats
A living room with blue sofas, a TV, a ceiling fan, and artwork on the walls.
A patio with a table and chairs, a wooden fence, and a covered area with string lights.
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.

9. Flip Flop Cottage

Flip Flop Cottage
Carolina Beach
United States
Richard
Flip Flop Cottage
A covered porch with white railings and blue walls, overlooking a beach and dunes.
A spacious kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a large window with blinds.
A sandy beach with sparse vegetation and a clear view of the ocean.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a large stove, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

10. Seaship by Carolina Retreats

Seaship by Carolina Retreats
Carolina Beach
Seaship by Carolina Retreats
A beachfront property with a view of the ocean, a small dock, and a building with a balcony.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a central island with bar stools.
A dining area with a glass table and wicker chairs, a chandelier, and a framed picture on the wall.
A kitchen with a large island, a dining area with stools, a sofa, and a view of the beach through a sliding door.

11. Sunskipper by Carolina Retreats

Sunskipper by Carolina Retreats
Carolina Beach
Sunskipper by Carolina Retreats
A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with benches and a railing.
A modern living room with a ceiling fan, a flat-screen TV, and a balcony with a view of the beach.
A modern kitchen with a granite countertop, white cabinetry, and a dining area with a gray sofa and striped cushions.

12. Paradise Towers by Carolina Retreats

Paradise Towers by Carolina Retreats
Carolina Beach
United States
Josh
Paradise Towers by Carolina Retreats
A room with a view of the ocean through a balcony railing.
A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with a metal barrier and people sitting on the sand.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a large island with bar stools, and a central chandelier.
A hotel with a swimming pool, beach view, and a deck area.

13. Pelican Watch by Carolina Retreats

Pelican Watch by Carolina Retreats
Wilmington Beach
United States
Nicole
Pelican Watch by Carolina Retreats
A wide sandy beach with footprints and sparse vegetation, a clear blue sky, and calm ocean waves.
An aerial view of a pool area with lounge chairs and a pool.
A multi-story hotel with a rooftop pool, located near a beach with a view of the ocean.
A bedroom with a bed, dresser, ceiling fan, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

14. A Place At The Beach #1a- Badabing by Carolina Retreats

A Place At The Beach #1a- Badabing by Carolina Retreats
Carolina Beach
United States
Brian
A Place At The Beach #1a- Badabing by Carolina Retreats
A dining area with a view of a Ferris wheel.
A view from a window overlooking a busy street with buildings and a beach in the background.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a dishwasher, and a large island.
A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a side table with a lamp.

15. Boardwalk Pent House by Carolina Retreats

Boardwalk Pent House by Carolina Retreats
Downtown
United States
Jacqukeen
Boardwalk Pent House by Carolina Retreats
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a large island with yellow bar stools.
A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a bench, and a wall decoration.
A staircase with wooden steps and a white handrail, leading to an upper floor.
A two-story residential building with a garage, a covered patio, and a small front yard with a palm tree.

16. Carolina Beach Vacation Home Near Boardwalk

Carolina Beach Vacation Home Near Boardwalk
Carolina Beach
Carolina Beach Vacation Home Near Boardwalk
A view of the ocean from a window overlooking a beach with a few umbrellas and a person walking.
A living room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, and a TV on a stand.
A beachfront property with a view of the ocean, a wooden deck, and a beach in the background.
An aerial view of a coastal hotel with multiple buildings, a beach in the background, and a clear view of the ocean.

17. Tropical Winds by Carolina Retreats

Tropical Winds by Carolina Retreats
Carolina Beach
Tropical Winds by Carolina Retreats
An aerial view of a coastal area with a beach, several buildings, and a prominent yellow sign.
A modern living room with a sofa, a ceiling fan, a kitchen in the background, and a painting on the wall.
A living room with a ceiling fan, a sofa, a TV, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.
A room with a striped sofa, a wall-mounted painting of a beach scene, a lamp, and framed pictures on the wall.

18. Life's A Beach - Walk To Everything In Historic Carolina Beach! 1 Bedroom Condo by RedAwning

Life's A Beach - Walk To Everything In Historic Carolina Beach! 1 Bedroom Condo by RedAwning
Downtown
Life's A Beach - Walk To Everything In Historic Carolina Beach! 1 Bedroom Condo by RedAwning
A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with blue umbrellas and a 'No Smoking' sign.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, oven, and a small island with stools. A living area with a sofa and a coffee table is visible, featuring a large window and a balcony.
A multi-story hotel with a pool, located near a beach and a boardwalk.
A wooden deck with a gate, a sign for showers, and a hose.

19. Carolina Beach Condo w/ Marina View, on Boardwalk

Carolina Beach Condo w/ Marina View, on Boardwalk
Downtown
Carolina Beach Condo w/ Marina View, on Boardwalk
A balcony with wicker furniture and star decorations, overlooking a beach and a building.
A sandy beach with footprints leading to the water, surrounded by dry grass.
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.

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

Condo w/ Pool Access - Walk to Beach!
Carolina Beach
United States
Willie
CA $160
CA $423 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 24 - Sep 25
Condo w/ Pool Access - Walk to Beach!
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Stroll the vintage boardwalk for Carolina donuts before hitting waves that welcome surfers of all levels. Nearby Freeman Park lets you drive right onto the sand for fishing and bonfires when the summer crowds thin.

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

Top Carolina Beach Hotel Reviews

Dry Dock Inn

Dry Dock Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Nice stay"
Janie 3-night trip
Posted 19 hours ago
Dry Dock Inn
Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach Oceanfront

8/10 Good
"No free water provided. No full breakfast available."
Everett 5-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
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The top 3 Stars hotels in Carolina Beach, Carolina Beach may offer some of the best discounts and rates, but these properties are anything but average. Travelers love Carolina Beach 3 Stars hotels for their top quality services, just-like-home amenities, and wallet-friendly prices. You can even get access to fantastic perks like delectable restaurants, so-cool cocktail bars, and spacious fitness centres.

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What are the best 3-star hotels in Carolina Beach?
Expedia guests recommend Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach. It comes with pool sun loungers and a nearby boardwalk, and is around 0.32 kilometres south of central Carolina Beach. Darlings by the Sea is another leading 3-star hotel. Located roughly 3 kilometres south of the downtown area, it offers a jetted bathtub and an ocean view.
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Relaxation is effortless in 3-star hotels in Carolina Beach. As well as a cozy environment, these more cost-effective stays come with a variety of welcome amenities like WiFi, coffee maker and fitness facilities. A 4-star hotel offers a more refined ambience with superior features such as a spa, swimming pool and larger accommodations. Regardless of your preferred hotel type or budget, we have a perfect fit for you.

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