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

A sunny view down a wooden boardwalk and a large Ferris wheel at the Carolina Beach Amusement Park in Wilmington, North Carolina in the USA.

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
A beautiful summer of the lighthouse at Bodie Island on the Outer Banks in North Carolina. Dreamy beach look.

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
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
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 Oak Island Golf Club.

Caswell Beach
The last light fades over Whole Head Bay on the East Coast in North Carolina

Whalehead Beach

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

Whalehead 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 $210 per night from May 31 to Jun 1
CA $210
CA $237 total
May 31 - Jun 1
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! (1,816 reviews)
"clean rooms"

Reviewed on May 26, 2026

Shutters on the Banks
Mia's Boutique Hotel

Mia's Boutique Hotel

2 out of 5
7115 S Virginia Dare Trail Nags Head NC
The price is CA $186 per night from Jun 2 to Jun 3
CA $186
CA $210 total
Jun 2 - Jun 3
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Nags Head. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (770 reviews)
"Mia’s Boutique is amazing! The room was clean and updated. The staff was so helpful and the location is perfect. Very short walk to the beach!"

Reviewed on May 25, 2026

Mia's Boutique Hotel
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 $210 per night from Jun 14 to Jun 15
CA $210
CA $237 total
Jun 14 - Jun 15
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! (1,556 reviews)
"Outside seating area was amazing, live musician playing at night made it quite enjoyable! Rooms were rooms. Suite was nice since it had a fridge. Wish the regular rooms did, but easy to get to local places. Lovely stay!"

Reviewed on May 25, 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! (329 reviews)
"They could and a bar and grill on site for social gatherings. And a free breakfast"

Reviewed on May 26, 2026

A Place at the Beach
StudioRes by Marriott Leland

StudioRes by Marriott Leland

2.5 out of 5
1500 Brunswick Village Boulevard Winnabow NC
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Winnabow. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Magnolia Greens Golf ...
8/10 Very Good! (10 reviews)
"Very new hotel. Comes with full size fridge, microwave, full counter tops. Bed was super comfortable, no bugs (trust me, we checked). Clean sheets & towels, no stains. Highly recommend."

Reviewed on May 25, 2026

StudioRes by Marriott Leland
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! (1,284 reviews)
"Everything was great until I pulled back the covers to get in the king size bed and found it was full of sand and very small dark curly hairs. Since I didn’t want to cause a fuss at 1 am with the security guard, who was the only staff available from 7 - 7, I pulled all the bedding off and slept in ..."

Reviewed on May 22, 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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