Downtown

Carolina Beach

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

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

Carolina Beach History and Mural Walking Tour

Carolina Beach History and Mural Walking Tour

CA $42
per adult
Carolina Beach History and Mural Walking Tour
Carolina Beach Dive Bar and History Tour

Carolina Beach Dive Bar and History Tour

CA $42
per adult
Carolina Beach Dive Bar and History Tour
Private Boat Charter for Masonboro Island and Wrightsville Beach

Private Boat Charter for Masonboro Island and Wrightsville Beach

CA $1,732
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
Dark History: Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour

Dark History: Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour

CA $27
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Dark History: Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic 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 $174 per night from Dec 6 to Dec 7
CA $174
CA $197 total
Dec 6 - Dec 7
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 by Marriott Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach Oceanfront

3 out of 5
100 Charlotte Ave Carolina Beach NC
The price is CA $120 per night from Nov 30 to Dec 1
CA $120
CA $136 total
Nov 30 - Dec 1
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. ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,000 reviews)
"Check-in was great and the room we stayed in was clean, updated, and very roomy. I was a little annoyed at first because they had a company coming in to clean the carpets. They could do our room whenever they wanted so all belongings had to be off the floor. I was more worried about my belongings ..."

Reviewed on Nov 13, 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach Oceanfront
The Starlite Inn

The Starlite Inn

2 out of 5
201 Cape Fear Blvd Carolina Beach NC
The price is CA $130 per night from Nov 22 to Nov 23
CA $130
CA $147 total
Nov 22 - Nov 23
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! (361 reviews)
"Fantastic location! Super cute, clean, comfy and retro feeling. Definitely a renovated older property, but that lends itself to it's charm. Highly recommend!"

Reviewed on Nov 13, 2026

The Starlite Inn
Carolina Beach Inn

Carolina Beach Inn

2 out of 5
205 Harper Ave Carolina Beach NC
The price is CA $176 per night from Nov 24 to Nov 25
CA $176
CA $199 total
Nov 24 - Nov 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free parking, a garden, and a picnic area. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
Carolina Beach Inn
Carolina Beach Motel

Carolina Beach Motel

2 out of 5
213 Raleigh Ave Carolina Beach NC
The price is CA $153 per night from Nov 22 to Nov 23
CA $153
CA $173 total
Nov 22 - Nov 23
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! (321 reviews)
"Keep in mind it’s a old motel that has been alittle remodeled Putting lipstick on a pig The floors Matched the water very wavy and lots of dips The walls are thin along with the upstairs floor ceiling so you can hear your neighbors up and down The do except dogs which would be the only reason to ..."

Reviewed on Nov 10, 2026

Carolina Beach Motel
Sleep Inn Wilmington near University

Sleep Inn Wilmington near University

2.5 out of 5
5225 Market St Wilmington NC
The price is CA $100 per night from Dec 13 to Dec 14
CA $100
CA $112 total
Dec 13 - Dec 14
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8/10 Very good! (1,254 reviews)
"I found a bed sheet with a blood stain on it. They only took out trash and towels they did not make the bed."

Reviewed on Nov 14, 2026

Sleep Inn Wilmington near 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.

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