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Pirates Cove

2.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Carolina Beach Boardwalk

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Pirates Cove offers a genuine beachside retreat with an outdoor pool and barbecue grills. Enjoy practical amenities like free self parking, in-room WiFi, and laundry facilities. The on-site restaurant serves satisfying meals that guests consistently appreciate.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AED 422
AED 477 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Double Beds (Pet Friendly)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Pet Friendly)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 King Bed

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed (Pet Friendly) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed (Pet Friendly)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
701 North Lake Park Blvd, Carolina Beach, NC, 28428

What's nearby

  • Carolina Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Carolina Beach Arcade - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Carolina Beach State Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Carolina Beach Lake Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Island Burgers And Bites - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Crush & Grind - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪El Cazador Carolina Beach - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Pirates Cove

Hotel near Carolina Beach Boardwalk
Laundry facilities, a bar, and a restaurant are just a few of the amenities provided at Pirates Cove. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A 24-hour front desk, a vending machine, and barbecue grills
Room features
All 58 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Lazy Pirate

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Built in 2007
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 30.00 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 25 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 30.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Drifters Reef Motel Carolina Beach
Drifters Reef Motel
Drifters Reef Carolina Beach
Drifters Reef
Drifters Reef Hotel Carolina Beach
Pirates Cove Hotel
Drifters Reef Hotel
Pirates Cove Carolina Beach
Pirates Cove Hotel Carolina Beach

Frequently asked questions

Does Pirates Cove have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Pirates Cove?

As of 19 November 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pirates Cove on 20 November 2025 start from $129.94, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Pirates Cove pet-friendly?

Yes, Pirates Cove allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 30.00 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Pirates Cove?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Pirates Cove?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Pirates Cove located?

Situated near the beach, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School and Carolina Beach Boardwalk. Carolina Beach Arcade and Federal Point History Center are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Pirates Cove Reviews

7.6

Good

7.6

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.2

Eco-friendliness

7.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 187 out of 481 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 128 out of 481 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 82 out of 481 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 481 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 481 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place the staff were Fantastic and very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect getaway
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Justin

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very dirty sandy and loud
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Look amazing, pool, around area..
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Lewis

outdated decor and bedding. No closet or place to hang clothes
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good stay

Good place clean near what we wanted to be near
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Crystal

Liked: Amenities
Staff was amazing and room was clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great, Amy was the best!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Nancy

Liked: Staff & service
The staff was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

My Corner

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location and property
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amy is great. very accommodating, very friendly and a hard worker.. I will be back to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
We could get the things we needed towels ice bucket
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very convenient location. Parking at night is shared with the restaurant which made it difficult to find a spot.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donnie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing, and the location was awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed my stay. Its 5 mins away from beach and boardwalk. Its a friendly place. I will visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice place near beach

This is a 10 minute walk to the beach. Comfortable bed and good AC.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always a pleasure to stay at Pirates Cove!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordi karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good place for rest 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

melissa

Clean. Very friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

DEBRA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice room for a great price.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

tracy a

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Enjoyable Stay!

Enjoyed our stay! Will book again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Merri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
nice place to chill. Very clean, drawback is: no phones in room and parking
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025