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    Our top choices for Oak Island Lighthouse hotels

    1. Hampton Inn & Suites Southport

    A Hampton Inn & Suites with a stone facade, large entrance, and a well-lit exterior.

    2. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Southport

    A modern living room with a fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

    3. Comfort Suites Southport - Oak Island

    A spacious hotel lobby with a large bed, a red ottoman, and a vending machine.

    4. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Southport - Oak Island Area by IHG

    A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a modern facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance area with palm trees.

    5. Anchor Inn Motel

    A beach with a clear sky, waves, and beachgoers. There are houses along the shore.

    6. The Beach House Motel & Suites

    A bedroom with a bed, two windows with views of buildings and a beach, a clock on the wall, and a wooden door leading outside.

    7. The Sand Dunes

    A balcony with a view of the beach and a pool.

    8. Wingate By Wyndham Southport

    A lobby with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a television mounted on the wall.

    9. Admiral's Quarter

    A room with a view of the ocean, a balcony with a pool, and a potted plant.

    10. Ocean Crest Motel

    A sandy beach with a fence and a sign that reads "TAY OFF DUNES."

    11. The Carriage House Inn Bed and Breakfast

    A cozy living room with wicker furniture, a chessboard, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

    12. Seven Seas Oceanfront

    A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a wooden deck, overlooking a pier and the ocean.

    13. Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton

    A wooden pier with tables and chairs, leading to a beach area with a view of the ocean.

    14. Oceaneer

    A balcony with a view of the ocean, white railings, and a clear sky.

    15. Captain's Cove Motel

    A pool area with lounge chairs, a small fountain, and a dining area with outdoor seating.

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

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    A Hampton Inn & Suites with a stone facade, large entrance, and a well-lit exterior.

    Hampton Inn & Suites Southport

    6.5 km from Oak Island Lighthouse View

    A modern living room with a fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

    Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Southport

    6.5 km from Oak Island Lighthouse View

    A spacious hotel lobby with a large bed, a red ottoman, and a vending machine.

    Comfort Suites Southport - Oak Island

    6.8 km from Oak Island Lighthouse View

    A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a modern facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance area with palm trees.

    Holiday Inn Express & Suites Southport - Oak Island Area by IHG

    12.1 km from Oak Island Lighthouse View

    A beach with a clear sky, waves, and beachgoers. There are houses along the shore.

    Anchor Inn Motel

    Long Beach, 7 km from Oak Island Lighthouse View
    9.6Exceptional832 reviews9.4Exceptional854 reviews8.8Excellent1,000 reviews8.6Excellent1,000 reviews9.8Exceptional55 reviews
    CA $133 CA $144 totalincludes taxes & feesNov 24 - Nov 25 CA $124 CA $134 totalincludes taxes & feesDec 3 - Dec 4 CA $124 CA $134 totalincludes taxes & feesNov 22 - Nov 23 CA $124 CA $134 totalincludes taxes & feesDec 13 - Dec 14 CA $178 CA $201 totalincludes taxes & feesNov 16 - Nov 17
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    Hotels recommended for families near Oak Island Lighthouse

    The Inn at Southport

    A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and three wall-mounted paintings depicting coastal scenes.

    The Beach House Motel & Suites

    A bedroom with a bed, two windows with views of buildings and a beach, a clock on the wall, and a wooden door leading outside.

    Wingate By Wyndham Southport

    A lobby with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a television mounted on the wall.

    Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Southport

    A modern living room with a fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

    Comfort Suites Southport - Oak Island

    A spacious hotel lobby with a large bed, a red ottoman, and a vending machine.

    Hampton Inn & Suites Southport

    A Hampton Inn & Suites with a stone facade, large entrance, and a well-lit exterior.

    No Cleaning Fee! Brand New Double Queen Studio Condo w/ Waterfront Pool + Beach

    A wooden pier extending into calm waters, a sandy beach, and a clear sky with clouds.

    Panoramic Oceanview, Expansive Deck, 2 Pools, Golf! Newly remodeled!

    A balcony with a wooden deck, a table with chairs, and a view of the ocean.

    Other attractions near Oak Island Lighthouse

    Caswell Beach

    Rating: 8.8/10 (16 reviews)

    Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Caswell Beach during your trip to Oak Island? While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

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    Waterfront Park

    Waterfront Park is just one of the places to see in Southport, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along this family-friendly area's beaches, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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    Southport Marina

    Rating: 9.2/10 (295 reviews)

    Explore the waterfront in Southport with a trip to Southport Marina. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

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    Oak Island Golf Club

    Rating: 7.0/10 (9 reviews)

    Enjoy a round of golf in Oak Island at Oak Island Golf Club. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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    The Clubs at St. James

    Rating: 8.0/10 (33 reviews)

    Enjoy a round of golf in Southport at The Clubs at St. James. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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    Fort Johnston-Southport Museum & Visitors' Center

    You can spend time exploring the galleries in Fort Johnston-Southport Museum & Visitors' Center during your travels in Southport. Stroll along this family-friendly area's beaches, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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    North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport

    Rating: 9.0/10 (65 reviews)

    You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport in Southport. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

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    Franklin Square Gallery

    Rating: 8.4/10 (43 reviews)

    You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Franklin Square Gallery during your trip to Southport. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

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    Top Oak Island Lighthouse Hotel Reviews

    Hampton Inn & Suites Southport

    A Hampton Inn & Suites with a stone facade, large entrance, and a well-lit exterior.

    Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Southport

    A modern living room with a fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

    Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton

    A wooden pier with tables and chairs, leading to a beach area with a view of the ocean.

    The Starlite Inn

    A wooden gate with a metal handle and a metal pipe, likely for a shower or water feature.

    Carolina Beach Inn

    A narrow hallway with wooden flooring, white walls, and doors leading to a bedroom and a kitchen area.

    Dry Dock Inn

    An outdoor patio area with wooden seating, a fire pit, hanging plants, and string lights.

    Dreamers BNB

    A hammock chair in a room with a wooden floor, a small trash bin, and a view of a house through an arched window.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What's the area like around Oak Island Lighthouse?

    Oak Island Lighthouse is located in a family-friendly area of Oak Island known for its beautiful beaches. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 36 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

    What's the best place to stay close to Oak Island Lighthouse?

    River Hotel of Southport is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a private beach and free parking. It's located 2.5 mi (4 km) from Oak Island Lighthouse. Other good choices within a few miles include Wingate By Wyndham Southport and The Carriage House Inn Bed and Breakfast.

    How many hotels will I find near Oak Island Lighthouse?

    Expedia has 36 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Oak Island Lighthouse.

    If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Oak Island Lighthouse, will I receive a refund?

    Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer near Oak Island Lighthouse.

    Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Oak Island Lighthouse?

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    What can I see and do near Oak Island Lighthouse?

    North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport, Old Brunswick County Jail Museum, and Smith Island Museum of History feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Southport Marina, Oak Island Golf Club, and The Clubs at St. James are worth a stop while you're in the area. Bald Head Island Visitors Center and Bald Head Island Lighthouse are some sights worth a visit in the area.

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