Carolina Beach, NC

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Carolina Beach which includes a beach, surf and a coastal town
Carolina Beach which includes a beach, surf and a coastal town
Carolina Beach showing fishing as well as a family
Carolina Beach showing rides
Carolina Beach which includes a sandy beach and surfing as well as children

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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 Lake Park and Carolina Beach Boardwalk are some notable places to visit nearby.

Wilmington Beach
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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 539 per night from Mar 9 to Mar 10
AED 539
AED 609 total
9 Mar - 10 Mar
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
Property very nice..staff attentive and pleasant to interact with..breakfast was outstanding…

Reviewed on 2 March 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront
Courtyard Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Courtyard Carolina Beach Oceanfront

3 out of 5
100 Charlotte Ave Carolina Beach NC
The price is AED 528 per night from Mar 12 to Mar 13
AED 528
AED 596 total
12 Mar - 13 Mar
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! (1,001 reviews)
Room had some trash left in the ice bucket in the room. No trash cans had bags and gchc the to give@

Reviewed on 5 March 2026

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
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,179 reviews)
The staff went above and beyond to make our stay a beautiful experience. When my elderly mom who stays cold, could not get warm enough. The front desk staff member walked over four blankets in very cold and windy temperatures, just s so that everyone would be comfortable. I wish I could remember ...

Reviewed on 3 March 2026

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.
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 ...
OCEAN FRONT! SUPER CLEAN!!! see reviews.. .Private boardwalk beach access!
Two-NIGHT MIN off season! Private access boardwalk! Super Clean! Historic Charm!

Two-NIGHT MIN off season! Private access boardwalk! Super Clean! Historic Charm!

Carolina Beach NC
Book a stay at this beach condo in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a garden. Popular attractions Carolina Beach and Carolina Beach Boardwalk ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (283 reviews)
Great location; cute beach house!

Reviewed on 18 February 2026

Two-NIGHT MIN off season! Private access boardwalk! Super Clean! Historic Charm!
Luxury New Home: Ocean and City Light View Home + Steps to Restaurants sleeps 6

Luxury New Home: Ocean and City Light View Home + Steps to Restaurants sleeps 6

Carolina Beach NC
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (291 reviews)
Beautiful, comfortable home. Very clean and well maintained. Great stay!

Reviewed on 20 January 2026

Luxury New Home: Ocean and City Light View Home + Steps to Restaurants sleeps 6
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
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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!