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 Carolina Beach State Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Wilmington Beach
Carolina Beach showing rides

Downtown

If you're spending some time in Downtown, Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Carolina Beach Arcade are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown
Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

3.5 out of 5
1 Harper Avenue Carolina Beach NC
The price is AED 419 per night from Jan 2 to Jan 3
AED 419
AED 473 total
2 Jan - 3 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
We were treated like family again this stay. Thank you for great service and the perfect location with easy parking.

Reviewed on 30 December 2025

Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront
Courtyard Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Courtyard Carolina Beach Oceanfront

3 out of 5
100 Charlotte Ave Carolina Beach NC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 309 per night from Jan 25 to Jan 26
AED 309
AED 349 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
Great Stay except construction.

Reviewed on 30 December 2025

Courtyard Carolina Beach Oceanfront
Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton

Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton

2.5 out of 5
1211 Lake Park Blvd S Carolina Beach NC
The price is AED 374 per night from Jan 15 to Jan 16
AED 374
AED 422 total
15 Jan - 16 Jan
includes taxes & fees
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 helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,193 reviews)
Front desk staffs were very helpful and informative

Reviewed on 28 December 2025

Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry 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.
Right On the Beach - Spectacular Views!

Right On the Beach - Spectacular Views!

Carolina Beach NC
Book a stay at this beach condo in Carolina Beach. Enjoy a beach locale, laundry facilities, and balconies. Popular attractions Carolina Beach Boardwalk and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (282 reviews)
Mike was a great host. He was quick in responding and quite accommodating to our needs. You cannot ask for a better location. It was a wonderful experience to wake up to a beautiful sunrise, and the sunset was equally spectacular. All of the amenities were in good working order, and the kitchen was ...

Reviewed on 28 December 2025

Right On the Beach - Spectacular Views!
OCEAN FRONT! SUPER CLEAN - see reviews!!! w/PRIVATE boardwalk beach access!

OCEAN FRONT! SUPER CLEAN - see reviews!!! w/PRIVATE boardwalk beach access!

Carolina Beach NC
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! (510 reviews)
Our host was fantastic - walked us through the unit and showed us where everything was. The location was terrific and the beds were super comfy. Looking foward to going back soon!

Reviewed on 29 December 2025

OCEAN FRONT! SUPER CLEAN - see reviews!!! w/PRIVATE boardwalk beach access!
OCEAN FRONT!  SUPER CLEAN!!! see reviews.. .Private boardwalk beach access!

OCEAN FRONT! SUPER CLEAN!!! see reviews.. .Private boardwalk beach access!

Carolina Beach NC
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! (392 reviews)
Absolutely perfect location and would love tostay here again!!!!

Reviewed on 9 December 2025

OCEAN FRONT! SUPER CLEAN!!! see reviews.. .Private boardwalk beach access!
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

Verified traveler

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!