Downtown
Carolina Beach
Popular places to visit
Carolina Beach Boardwalk
Bring the family to Carolina Beach Boardwalk and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Carolina Beach. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Carolina Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Carolina Beach during your travels in Carolina Beach? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Carolina Beach Fishing Pier
Carolina Beach Fishing Pier is just one of the places to see in Carolina Beach, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Freeman Park
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Freeman Park during your travels in Carolina Beach? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Carolina Beach State Park
You can take time to visit Carolina Beach State Park during your travels to Carolina Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Carolina Beach Arcade
Enjoy an outing to Carolina Beach Arcade during your stay in Carolina Beach.
Things to do
Private Boat Charter for Masonboro Island and Wrightsville Beach
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
Top hotels in Downtown
Courtyard Carolina Beach Oceanfront
Everything was amazing! The room was clean and comfortable. We could see the ocean from our room and the hotel is connected to the boardwalk.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront
I have only one complaint about the hotel which is beds. They were not comfortable.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Luxury Beach Bungalow- Lots of upgrades- Free Wifi- Large yard and deck sleeps 6
Great stay
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Yes staff excellent
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Sleep Inn
Yes
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
Great omelette and complimentary drinks for the duration of our stay.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown
Wilmington Beach
While there might not be top attractions in Wilmington Beach, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Carolina Beach Lake Park and Carolina Beach Boardwalk.
