Coastal North Carolina

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Coastal North Carolina
Coastal North Carolina
Coastal North Carolina
Coastal North Carolina
Coastal North Carolina

Where to stay in Coastal North Carolina

South Nags Head

South Nags Head

If you're spending some time in South Nags Head, Outer Banks Beaches and Bodie Island Lighthouse are top sights worth seeing.

South Nags Head
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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.

Wilmington Beach
Silhoutted Ocean Pier at Sunrise

Long Beach

Long Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Caswell Beach and 57th Place West Access Park.

Long Beach
Downtown Wilmington

Downtown Wilmington

Downtown Wilmington is beloved for its stunning river views. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Cape Fear River.

Downtown Wilmington
The historic landmark footbridge in Currituck Heritage Park leads to the Whalehead Club. This is located in the Outer Banks of North Carolina.

Whalehead Beach

While visiting Whalehead Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Outer Banks Beaches and Currituck Beach.

Whalehead Beach
Oak Island Lighthouse Beams into the Seafoam at Fort Caswell

Caswell Beach

You'll enjoy the beaches and monuments in Caswell Beach. You might want to make time for a stop at Oak Island Lighthouse or Caswell Beach.

Caswell Beach
Shutters on the Banks

Shutters on the Banks

3.5 out of 5
405 S. Virginia Dare Trail Kill Devil Hills NC
The price is CA $187 per night from May 4 to May 5
CA $187
CA $211 total
May 4 - May 5
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Kill Devil Hills. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,765 reviews)
Overall great stay. Room was clean and comfortable.

Reviewed on Apr 30, 2026

Shutters on the Banks
John Yancey Oceanfront Inn

John Yancey Oceanfront Inn

2 out of 5
2009 S Virginia Dare Trl Kill Devil Hills NC
The price is CA $163 per night from May 4 to May 5
CA $163
CA $184 total
May 4 - May 5
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Kill Devil Hills. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,885 reviews)
We absolutely loved it there and will try to stay there every time we go back.

Reviewed on Apr 30, 2026

John Yancey Oceanfront Inn
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
301 N Water St Wilmington NC
The price is CA $209 per night from May 31 to Jun 1
CA $209
CA $237 total
May 31 - Jun 1
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,519 reviews)
This is absolutely a First Class Hotel. From the moment we checked in at the front desk, greeted by a very professional young man Preston to the time we checked out everything was perfect!!!! We were celebrating our 45th anniversary and the hotel made everything so special. This was our 2nd visit ...

Reviewed on Apr 29, 2026

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
A Place at the Beach

A Place at the Beach

2.5 out of 5
1904 E Fort Macon Rd Atlantic Beach NC
Book a stay at this beach apartment in Atlantic Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Triple S Marina and Les and Sally ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (315 reviews)
The outdoor pool area was closed for the season and we were not made aware of that until right before we checked in. Main reason we were going there.

Reviewed on Apr 29, 2026

A Place at the Beach
Sea Scape Beach and Golf Villas

Sea Scape Beach and Golf Villas

3.5 out of 5
4724 N. Croatan Hwy Kitty Hawk NC
Book a stay at this golf condo in Kitty Hawk. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Sea Scape Golf Links and Monument ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (152 reviews)
This resort is a hidden jewel. I love it. I have stayed twice now and won't stay anywhere else on the Outer Banks. The staff is so very helpful.

Reviewed on Apr 28, 2026

Sea Scape Beach and Golf Villas
Atlantic Beach Resort

Atlantic Beach Resort

3 out of 5
715 W. Fort Macon Rd. Atlantic Beach NC
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Atlantic Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,277 reviews)
My family and I stayed for 3 days for our 10 year olds birthday. It was amazing. The resort was very spacious and clean. We’ve stayed at other places in the area but this place was by far our favorite! We will be booking again for our next stay.

Reviewed on Apr 27, 2026

Atlantic Beach Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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