Oak Island, NC

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Oak Island
Oak Island
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Where to stay in Oak Island

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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
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Yaupon Beach

When in Yaupon Beach, you can plan a visit to Oak Island Golf Club and Oak Island Lighthouse, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Yaupon Beach
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Tranquil Harbour

When in Tranquil Harbour, you can plan a visit to Ocean Crest Pier and The Reserve Golf Club at St. James Plantation, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Tranquil Harbour
The Beach House Motel & Suites
The Beach House Motel & Suites
2 out of 5
500 Ocean Dr, Oak Island, NC
The price is SAR 499 per night from Apr 27 to Apr 28
SAR 499
SAR 643 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Stay at this hotel in Oak Island. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (55 reviews)
We'll Be Back!
"This was our second stay at The Beach House. We went with a King Superior room this time, it was a little bit larger, which was nice. The Inn is always very clean with a friendly staff. We love sitting out in front of our room with our coffee looking at the ocean. The beach access is very convenient ..."

Reviewed on 6 April 2025

The Beach House Motel & Suites
Ocean Crest Motel
Ocean Crest Motel
1417 E Beach Dr, Oak Island, NC
The price is SAR 582 per night from Apr 20 to Apr 21
SAR 582
SAR 656 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Book a stay at this beach motel in Oak Island. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Ocean Crest Pier and The Reserve Golf ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
"Very clean and updated with a pier close by and great dining within easy walking distance."

Reviewed on 16 April 2025

Ocean Crest Motel
Captain's Cove Motel
Captain's Cove Motel
2.5 out of 5
6401 Oak Island Drive, Oak Island, NC
The price is SAR 469 per night from May 8 to May 9
SAR 469
SAR 529 total
includes taxes & fees
8 May - 9 May
Stay at this motel in Oak Island. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.4/10 Good! (280 reviews)
"The staff is super friendly. And if any of them see this review I was the one that stayed during the marathon weekend and I ran. I said I thought I was going to lose my toenail. I did lose it lol"

Reviewed on 8 April 2025

Captain's Cove Motel
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.
Private Oceanfront Home! - Ocean View From Anywhere In The Home - Beach Gear - Sleeps 4
Private Oceanfront Home! - Ocean View From Anywhere In The Home - Beach Gear - Sleeps 4
Oak Island
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Oak Island. Enjoy a beach locale, parking (surcharge), and tennis courts. Popular attractions Ocean Crest Pier and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (36 reviews)
Oak Island
"Perfect"

Reviewed on 8 April 2025

Private Oceanfront Home! - Ocean View From Anywhere In The Home - Beach Gear - Sleeps 4
Blue Wolf Retreat! One Block to Beach! Pool, Pets, and Walk to groceries & more!
Blue Wolf Retreat! One Block to Beach! Pool, Pets, and Walk to groceries & more!
Oak Island
Stay at this condo in Oak Island. Enjoy free WiFi, patios, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Ocean Crest Pier and Oak Island Golf Club are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
A perfect location
"Condo was cute and the perfect size. Excellent location with easy access to the beach. Only negative was the house could have been a little cleaner. It is pet friendly and we were aware but did not expect pet fur “tumbleweeds” on floor."

Reviewed on 13 April 2025

Blue Wolf Retreat! One Block to Beach! Pool, Pets, and Walk to groceries & more!
BEACH PLEASE │ 2BR/2BA w/ 2 K in the heart of OKI!
BEACH PLEASE │ 2BR/2BA w/ 2 K in the heart of OKI!
Oak Island
Book a stay at this family-friendly condo in Oak Island. Enjoy free WiFi, balconies, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Ocean Crest Pier and ...
10/10 Exceptional! (32 reviews)
Weekend Getaway
"Everything was as described. The cleanest property we have ever stayed in. We would definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 6 April 2025

BEACH PLEASE │ 2BR/2BA w/ 2 K in the heart of OKI!
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 Oak Island

4.7
Top Destination
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5 - Excellent 67%
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4/5 - Good

KellyandJon

Small,friendly and quaint. No rushing of any type. Very relaxing and carefree.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Nice beach, not crowded, was able to ger a good spot each day we went. Businesses are limited, if you are like our family and have picky eaters only wanting to eat at national food chain restaurants, there are a few, but not as many as a larger town.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Wonderful, quiet beach that’s perfect for a family getaway.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Good for adults; not much to do for kids other than the beach.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I love Oak Island and have been going here since I was a child in the early 1960's. It is quiet and beautiful and not much ocean front development.