Title: Visit Downtown: Best of Downtown, Carolina Beach Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Downtown](https://expedia.ca/Downtown-Hotels.d975313729032200192.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Carolina Beach](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Carolina-Beach.d86785.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Carolina Beach](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Carolina-Beach.d86785.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Downtown Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Downtown.d975313729032200192.Car-Rental-Guide)[Downtown Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Downtown.d975313729032200192.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Downtown ## Carolina Beach ![Taken w/ dji mavic #AdventurePhotoContest #Adventure](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/86785/70f22248-f57a-4d4b-8798-a10d0843a1ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sunrise on the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/86785/9d58a0fb-eb5a-48cf-beb8-c5e44891ae20.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sunrise on the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/86785/7f6beb88-12b9-445c-9c66-b01099aa04df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) !["#beach"](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/86785/6d141042-46c3-46db-9f04-ca101c1b0629.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Love ❤️](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/86785/fc9fd3e1-0520-426d-8b5d-65db11d23236.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Downtown Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Carolina Beach travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Carolina-Beach.dx86785) --- ### Popular places to visit ![BJR9AT View of Carolina Beach Boardwalk, Carolina Beach, North Carolina USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621560819995/7f893ea0-df35-47ee-8cba-0a79140afac3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Carolina Beach Boardwalk 5/5(4 reviews) Bring the family to Carolina Beach Boardwalk and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Carolina Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Carolina-Beach-Boardwalk-Carolina-Beach.d553248621560819995.Vacation-Attraction) ![Pretty oceanfront beach rentals; Shutterstock ID 45397519; Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087231/730cd10e-07e7-4850-ba5c-75bee6f47197.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Carolina Beach 4.5/5(4 reviews) Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Carolina Beach during your travels in Carolina Beach? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside. [](https://expedia.ca/Carolina-Beach-Carolina-Beach.d6087231.Vacation-Attraction) ![BMKXWH People with dogs walking at Freeman Park area at Carolina Beach, Pleasure Island USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621560819994/09d7f438-fac4-478d-8944-01f1af451b50.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Freeman Park Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Freeman Park during your travels in Carolina Beach? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside. [](https://expedia.ca/Freeman-Park-Carolina-Beach.d553248621560819994.Vacation-Attraction) ![CC8GTX Boardwalk on Fly Trap Trail at Carolina Beach State Park, south of Wilmington, North Carolina, AGPix_0637](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532661044/b97ac51f-080a-4a4d-a9b3-15b40c211341.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Carolina Beach State Park 5/5(1 review) You can take time to visit Carolina Beach State Park during your travels to Carolina Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Carolina-Beach-State-Park-Carolina-Beach.d553248621532661044.Vacation-Attraction) #### Carolina Beach Arcade Enjoy an outing to Carolina Beach Arcade during your stay in Carolina Beach. [](https://expedia.ca/Carolina-Beach-Arcade-Carolina-Beach.d903062828185858048.Vacation-Attraction) #### Carolina Beach Fishing Pier Carolina Beach Fishing Pier is just one of the places to see in Carolina Beach, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Carolina-Beach-Fishing-Pier-Carolina-Beach.d553248621560819997.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Private Boat Charter for Masonboro Island and Wrightsville Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46360911/af3b4003-cdb2-4e67-a09d-42c5cdbc7134.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Boat Charter for Masonboro Island and Wrightsville Beach CA $1,679 per traveller [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-boat-charter-for-masonboro-island-and-wrightsville-beach.a46360911.activity-details) ![Picture 4 for Activity Wilmington: Ghosts of the Port City Haunted Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48018951/3691dfce-de89-4bfa-8b26-c5eaca5866fa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour CA $33 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/wraiths-wicked-whispers-wilmington-ghost-tour.a48018951.activity-details) ![Picture 2 for Activity Wilmington History and Architecture Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47914993/02ec7c11-0062-47be-8730-6b63048946a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wilmington History and Architecture Tour CA $34 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/wilmington-history-and-architecture-tour.a47914993.activity-details) [See all activities in Carolina Beach](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Carolina-Beach.d86785.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Downtown Hotel Deals ![Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15390000/15386700/15386624/276224cc_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront 1 Harper Avenue Carolina Beach NC CA $201 CA $228 total Mar 22 - Mar 23 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 ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews) Staff was so nice!! Rob at front called when our room was ready....tiki bar was great!! Great views Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F03%2F2026&endDate=23%2F03%2F2026&selected=15386624&PinnedHotelID=15386624&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=975313729032200192) ![Courtyard Carolina Beach Oceanfront](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/919200/919171/60557ccd_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Courtyard Carolina Beach Oceanfront 100 Charlotte Ave Carolina Beach NC CA $220 CA $249 total Mar 22 - Mar 23 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. ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews) Wonderful location! Super comfy bed. Friendly & helpful staff. Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F03%2F2026&endDate=23%2F03%2F2026&selected=919171&PinnedHotelID=919171&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=975313729032200192) ![Carolina Beach Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109200000/109195500/109195482/a6ce6072_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Carolina Beach Motel 213 Raleigh Ave Carolina Beach NC CA $144 CA $163 total Mar 18 - Mar 19 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! (219 reviews) The location is amazing. The room was comfortable, clean and beautifully decorated. Reviewed on Mar 10, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F03%2F2026&endDate=19%2F03%2F2026&selected=109195482&PinnedHotelID=109195482&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=975313729032200192) ![Boardwalk Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112560000/112559400/112559320/c4f12c1d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Boardwalk Inn 224 Carolina Beach Ave N Carolina Beach NC CA $151 CA $225 total Mar 18 - Mar 19 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this beach hotel in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Carolina ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (129 reviews) The room was clean and even had a broom for me to sweep up sand! You can tell the property was build in the 60s or 70s but has been renovated and is very cute. The location is perfect- right on the boardwalk and beach. Plus it was close to shopping and many restaurants. Our only complaint was the ... Reviewed on Mar 14, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F03%2F2026&endDate=19%2F03%2F2026&selected=112559320&PinnedHotelID=112559320&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=975313729032200192) ![Carolina Beach Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9730000/9728400/9728313/5d468af5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Carolina Beach Inn 205 Harper Ave Carolina Beach NC CA $138 CA $155 total Mar 17 - Mar 18 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 ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (394 reviews) Such a great and easy stay, worth the price Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=17%2F03%2F2026&endDate=18%2F03%2F2026&selected=9728313&PinnedHotelID=9728313&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=975313729032200192) ![Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13800/13731/c0923cc4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton 301 N Water St Wilmington NC CA $180 CA $203 total Apr 5 - Apr 6 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! (1,479 reviews) Clean rooms. Staff was nice and very helpful. In walking distance to downtown. 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