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 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
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
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 $201 per night from May 26 to May 27
CA $201
CA $227 total
May 26 - May 27
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! (1,803 reviews)
"First time getting a room with the kitchen at this property typically we stay in the towers. Was told it has the bare necessities for kitchen. As far as silverware went there was one small spoon, one big spoon and one knife and one fork we asked for more and they said they were gonna bring it right ..."

Reviewed on May 22, 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 $185 per night from Jun 3 to Jun 4
CA $185
CA $209 total
Jun 3 - Jun 4
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! (764 reviews)
"We had an amazing stay. Staff was friendly and very helpful with any questions about the area. The rooms were nice and comfortable, has everything you need, a mini fridge, microwave and Keurig. plenty of channels to watch if the weather keeps you inside. Beach is less than 5 minutes away. There is ..."

Reviewed on May 22, 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 $200 per night from Jun 14 to Jun 15
CA $200
CA $226 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! (1,543 reviews)
"View from the hotel room was AMAZING. Hotel grounds are well maintained. With that being said. The rooms are not clean at all, seems like nobody wiped down the surfaces in WEEKS. Dust was on everything, floors were not swept and the bed was NOT made properly. But other than that, the location was ..."

Reviewed on May 21, 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! (327 reviews)
"Disappointed the large outdoor pool with water slide was not open. The indoor pool water was cold. There needs to be more than one elevator, we were put on the third floor, at the very opposite end of the building where the elevator is located, and trying to find a parking spot near the end of the ..."

Reviewed on May 20, 2026

A Place at the Beach
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! (1,283 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on May 18, 2026

Atlantic Beach Resort
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (156 reviews)
"Everything was in point as they mentioned"

Reviewed on May 22, 2026

Sea Scape Beach and Golf Villas
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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