Coastal North Carolina, NC

Travel Guide

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Wilmington which includes interior views, heritage elements and heritage architecture
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Where to stay in Coastal North Carolina

Outer Banks showing fishing, general coastal views and a sandy beach

South Nags Head

4.5/5(43 area reviews)

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
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Long Beach

4.5/5(25 area reviews)

Long Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Ocean Crest Pier and Caswell Beach.

Long Beach
Wilmington showing an administrative buidling

Downtown Wilmington

Downtown Wilmington is beloved for its stunning river views. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Cape Fear River and The Cotton Exchange.

Downtown Wilmington
Beautiful waves of corolla beach #BVSBlue

Pine Island

4.5/5(41 area reviews)

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

Pine Island
The beautiful Corolla beach

Whalehead Beach

5/5(1 area review)

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

Whalehead Beach
Walking the beach of Corolla.

Ocean Sands

4/5(1 area review)

Ocean Sands might not have many top sights, but Corolla Raceway and Corolla Adventure Golf and Bumper Cars are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Ocean Sands
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG
2.5 out of 5
160 Van Campen Blvd, Wilmington, NC
The price is SAR 349 per night from May 4 to May 5
SAR 349
SAR 394 total
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"I wanted an economical place near downtown Wilmington, this was perfect. Staff was really nice. Free breakfast was good. I would go back."

Reviewed on 30 March 2025

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG
Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Nags Head Oceanfront
Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Nags Head Oceanfront
3 out of 5
1701 S Virginia Dare Trl, Kill Devil Hills, NC
The price is SAR 253 per night from Apr 6 to Apr 7
SAR 253
SAR 285 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Kill Devil Hills. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"The staff is very personable. The hotel is very clean. Great location with easy access. We will stay here again..This place is highly recommended."

Reviewed on 29 March 2025

Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Nags Head Oceanfront
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 SAR 334 per night from Apr 6 to Apr 7
SAR 334
SAR 377 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Kill Devil Hills. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,407 reviews)
"Very nice property on the beach. Rooms are a nice size, comfortable beds. Bathroom also are a generous size. Very clean and comfortable."

Reviewed on 2 April 2025

Shutters on the Banks
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.
Atlantic Beach Resort, a Ramada by Wyndham
Atlantic Beach Resort, a Ramada by Wyndham
3 out of 5
715 W. Fort Macon Rd., Atlantic Beach, NC
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Atlantic Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,165 reviews)
"No extra blankets and the kitchen wasnt well equipped, we had 2 forks. Layout wasnt what was shown and the sliding glass door was extremely hard to close."

Reviewed on 2 April 2025

Atlantic Beach Resort, a Ramada by Wyndham
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 family-friendly apartment in Atlantic Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Triple S Marina and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (190 reviews)
"What a wonderful spot! On the beach and have plenty of options to do onsite too! From the beach to mini golfing, it has it all. I loved it and plan to come back every year for vacation!"

Reviewed on 2 April 2025

A Place at the Beach
Ocean Pines Resort
Ocean Pines Resort
3.5 out of 5
1445 Duck Road, Kitty Hawk, NC
Stay at this 3.5-star beach vacation home in Kitty Hawk. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Nor'Banks Sailing and The Sanderling ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (103 reviews)
"I was able to sit on the balcony and see the sunrise and watch dolphins playing in the ocean. If we had an issue they were right there to take care off it."

Reviewed on 29 March 2025

Ocean Pines 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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