Carolina Beach, NC

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Where to stay in Carolina Beach

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Wilmington Beach

While Wilmington Beach isn't home to many top sights, Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Ocean Front Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Wilmington Beach
Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel
Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel
2.5 out of 5
1211 Lake Park Blvd S, Carolina Beach, NC
The price is SAR 364 per night from Feb 23 to Feb 24
SAR 364
SAR 411 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,190 reviews)
"We stayed here for the weekend and absolutely loved it! The staff was so friendly and you could tell that it’s newly renovated. We can’t wait to book another trip in the future!"

Reviewed on 17 February 2025

Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel
Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront
Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront
2.5 out of 5
1 Harper Avenue, Carolina Beach, NC
The price is SAR 475 per night from Feb 24 to Feb 25
SAR 475
SAR 537 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Not a bad stay for Valentines Day
"The hotel was nice and clean, though at checkout they had to change my room to two doubles when I had originally booked a king with and oceanfront view. Also the showerhead needed repair."

Reviewed on 18 February 2025

Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront
The Beach House
The Beach House
2 out of 5
412 Carolina Beach Ave N, Carolina Beach, NC
The price is SAR 409 per night from Feb 25 to Feb 26
SAR 409
SAR 473 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Feb - 26 Feb
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (345 reviews)
Love it!
"Took a little getaway with my daughter for a change in scenery. Really enjoyed my stay! The room was clean and quiet. Got some much needed rest. View and access of the ocean was incredible. Check in was easy. Second time staying and will definitely be coming back"

Reviewed on 20 February 2025

The Beach House
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.
OCEAN FRONT! SUPER CLEAN - see reviews!!! w/PRIVATE boardwalk beach access!
OCEAN FRONT! SUPER CLEAN - see reviews!!! w/PRIVATE boardwalk beach access!
Carolina Beach
Book a stay at this beach condo in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (470 reviews)
Perfect stay
"Cutest little beach house! Genevieve was the perfect host. We arrived early and she was accommodating to let us in before check out. House was clean and fully stocked. Accurate pictures and easy to find. Loved our stay here!"

Reviewed on 17 February 2025

OCEAN FRONT! SUPER CLEAN - see reviews!!! w/PRIVATE boardwalk beach access!
Playing Hooky! Oceanside Guest Suite - Steps to the beach
Playing Hooky! Oceanside Guest Suite - Steps to the beach
Carolina Beach
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a water park. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (92 reviews)
Family time
"Perfect location house met all of our expectations and more ! Host extremely accommodating !"

Reviewed on 15 February 2025

Playing Hooky! Oceanside Guest Suite - Steps to the beach
Ocean Front, Spacious, Dog Friendly End Unit, Best Views, Pools, near N End Pier
Ocean Front, Spacious, Dog Friendly End Unit, Best Views, Pools, near N End Pier
Carolina Beach
Book a stay at this beach condo in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Carolina Beach Fishing Pier and Carolina ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (151 reviews)
Unbeatable view
"I stayed here for a quiet winter getaway with my dog. The view from the condo is stunning - sunrise and sunset are gorgeous. The condo is cozy, quiet and private and looks exactly like the photos. I made some meals in-unit by choice but even in winter, there are good restaurant options within a mile, ..."

Reviewed on 19 February 2025

Ocean Front, Spacious, Dog Friendly End Unit, Best Views, Pools, near N End Pier
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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Reviews of Carolina Beach

4.5
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
166
5 - Excellent 60%
4 - Good
94
4 - Good 34%
3 - Okay
9
3 - Okay 3%
2 - Disappointing
5
2 - Disappointing 2%
1 - Terrible
1
1 - Terrible 0%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

The restaurants were very careful in observing the Covid regulations. Overall a great time was had by all.

5/5 - Excellent

Donna

No everything most improved over The last few years. My family has lived here for over 30 years.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Beach was gorgeous - nice white sand, clean, well kept. We ended up coming to this beach because Wrightsville beach had restrictions. We are SO THANKFUL we made the switch!

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

The beach and location was fine. I travel here several times a year to see family. It was the hotel that was an issue.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Very clean and updated

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

We love Carolina Beach! We go several times a year!