Downtown

Carolina Beach

A beach with waves crashing onto the shore and a clear blue ocean.
A sunset over the ocean with clouds and birds flying.
A sunset over the ocean with a visible sun and clouds.
A sunset over a grassy field with a wooden fence in the foreground.
A sunset over a calm sea with silhouettes of grass in the foreground.

Stay near popular Downtown attractions

SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar

After visiting SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Carolina Beach.
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Things to do

Private Boat Charter for Masonboro Island and Wrightsville Beach

Private Boat Charter for Masonboro Island and Wrightsville Beach

CA $1,728
per traveller
Private Boat Charter for Masonboro Island and Wrightsville Beach
Picture 4 for Activity Wilmington: Ghosts of the Port City Haunted Walking Tour

Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour

CA $34
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
Picture 5 for Activity Wilmington History and Architecture Tour

Wilmington History and Architecture Tour

CA $35
per adult
Wilmington History and Architecture Tour
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Downtown Hotel Deals

Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

3.5 out of 5
1 Harper Avenue Carolina Beach NC
The price is CA $239 per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
CA $239
CA $270 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront
Courtyard Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Courtyard Carolina Beach Oceanfront

3 out of 5
100 Charlotte Ave Carolina Beach NC
The price is CA $211 per night from Sep 8 to Sep 9
CA $211
CA $239 total
Sep 8 - Sep 9
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
Courtyard Carolina Beach Oceanfront
The Starlite Inn

The Starlite Inn

2 out of 5
201 Cape Fear Blvd Carolina Beach NC
The price is CA $131 per night from Sep 2 to Sep 3
CA $131
CA $148 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an in-room coffeemaker. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (279 reviews)
"Our stay at the Starlight was great! Our room was clean, updated and spacious. There is a microwave, refrigerator, iron and ironing board. A ceiling fan and the air conditioning helped keep the room cool after a hot day at the beach! Convenient to everything in Carolina Beach. You can walk to the ..."

Reviewed on Aug 15, 2026

The Starlite Inn
Carolina Beach Motel

Carolina Beach Motel

2 out of 5
213 Raleigh Ave Carolina Beach NC
The price is CA $155 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
CA $155
CA $175 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and balconies or patios. Popular attractions Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Carolina Beach ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (288 reviews)
"A+ would definitely go back. I highly recommend this facility if you want to save money but get a good deal and a good experience."

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2026

Carolina Beach Motel
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

3.5 out of 5
2700 N Lumina Avenue Wrightsville Beach NC
The price is CA $211 per night from Sep 14 to Sep 15
CA $211
CA $276 total
Sep 14 - Sep 15
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this resort in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,691 reviews)
"Beautiful location very dated rooms Mildew in bathroom restaurant mediocre front desk staff excellent 3 umbrellas in all of pool area with the temperature in the 90s ! Pool chairs very uncomfortable No toiletries in room which I would expect at 400 a night"

Reviewed on Aug 15, 2026

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Comfort Inn University

Comfort Inn University

2.5 out of 5
151 S College Road Wilmington NC
The price is CA $115 per night from Sep 13 to Sep 14
CA $115
CA $130 total
Sep 13 - Sep 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
Comfort Inn University
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A wooden boardwalk with a Ferris wheel, palm trees, and a beach in the background.

Wilmington Beach

While Wilmington Beach isn't home to many top sights, Carolina Beach Lake Park and Carolina Beach Boardwalk are some notable places to visit nearby.

Downtown

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