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Tonight
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Tomorrow
10 Oct - 11 Oct
This weekend
9 Oct - 11 Oct
Next weekend
16 Oct - 18 Oct

Our top choices for Carolina Beach beach hotels

A beach with a wooden boardwalk, beach umbrellas, and people enjoying the shore.
A balcony with a view of the beach and ocean during sunset.
A pool area with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean.
A wooden boardwalk leading to a multi-story hotel with balconies and a pool area.

1. Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront
Downtown
  • Escape to Carolina Beach's sandy shores with private walkway access and beachfront bliss at this oceanfront hotel with poolside bar.
€156
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront
A wooden gate with a metal handle and a metal pipe, likely for a shower or water feature.
A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a TV.
A bedroom with a bed, wooden nightstands, a ceiling fan, and a large rug.
A covered porch with green chairs and potted plants, a teal door with the number 18, and white walls with wooden slats.

2. The Starlite Inn

The Starlite Inn
Downtown
€72
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
The Starlite Inn
A beach with sand and sparse vegetation.
A room with a red sofa, a wooden table with four chairs, a ceiling fan, a large window with a view of the beach, and a white refrigerator.
A wooden deck with white chairs and green umbrellas overlooking a beach.
A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, and a balcony with a view of the ocean.

3. The Beach House

The Beach House
Carolina Beach
  • Discover coastal bliss at this beachfront retreat, where sandy shores and ocean panoramas create the ultimate relaxing seaside getaway.
€92
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
The Beach House
A wooden pier with tables and chairs, leading to a beach area with a view of the ocean.
A wooden deck with tables and stools, a small green structure with a sign, and the ocean in the background.
An indoor aquarium with a large display of fish and a sign reading "Ocean Gallery".
A beach view with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a pool.

4. Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton

Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton
Wilmington Beach
  • Escape to pristine Carolina Beach for sun-soaked bliss, with a beachfront restaurant, oceanfront views, and direct sand access.
€136
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton
An outdoor patio area with wooden seating, a fire pit, hanging plants, and string lights.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a blue accent wall, a ceiling fan, and a small desk with a lamp.
A hotel room with a shower, two beds with matching bedding, a window with a view, and a wooden ceiling.
A covered balcony with a pool, overlooking a residential area with houses and a clear sky.

5. Dry Dock Inn

Dry Dock Inn
Carolina Beach
  • Escape to an oceanfront paradise just steps from Carolina Beach with refreshing pools and eight breezy beach bars.
€107
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Dry Dock Inn
A coastal hotel with a boardwalk, beach access, and a gazebo.
A resort with a swimming pool, beach access, and a boardwalk.
A balcony with a view of a pool and ocean.
Beach

6. Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach Oceanfront
Downtown
  • Soak up the sun on a sandy Carolina Beach escape, with beachfront dining and access to thrilling water sports.
€119
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach Oceanfront
A porch with two wicker chairs, a door labeled "No 3", and a blue railing.
A corner of a bathroom with white tiles and a blue accent border.
A hotel room with two beds, a bathroom with a mirror and sink, a small seating area with a rattan table, and a beach-themed painting on the wall.
A modern living room with a blue door marked "No 8", a grey sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a TV mounted on the wall.

7. Carolina Beach Motel

Carolina Beach Motel
Downtown
  • Bask in the coastal bliss just steps from Carolina Beach, where a five-minute stroll leads to sun-soaked shores and boardwalk fun.
€112
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Carolina Beach Motel
A beach with waves, umbrellas, and people.
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a beach with umbrellas and people, and a building with balconies.
A balcony with a view of the ocean, white railings, and a clear sky.
A room with a white sofa, a round table with a book, a woven pendant light, and a painting on the wall.

8. Oceaneer

Oceaneer
Wilmington Beach
  • Beach getaway paradise with surf lessons just steps from your door — relax, swim, and feel the coastal vibe at this seaside retreat.
€114
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Oceaneer
A narrow hallway with wooden flooring, white walls, and doors leading to a bedroom and a kitchen area.
A staircase with wooden steps and a handrail, a wall-mounted sanitation rating sign, and a woven basket decoration.
A spacious living room with a wooden floor, a white sofa, wicker chairs, a dining table, and a baby crib.
A covered porch with white rocking chairs, a small table, and a stone wall.

9. Carolina Beach Inn

Carolina Beach Inn
Downtown
  • Step onto sandy shores just moments from Carolina Beach Inn, where coastal comfort meets beachside bliss only a 4-minute stroll from waves.
€121
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Carolina Beach Inn
A rustic bar area with wooden furniture, a counter with various bottles, and a large screen.
An outdoor restaurant with wooden beams, bar area, and outdoor seating.
A colorful building with a sign reading "The Drummer's Retreat."
A restaurant with a thatched roof, a counter with a nautical theme, and a surfboard.

10. Pirates Cove

Pirates Cove
Carolina Beach
  • Escape to coastal paradise just minutes from Carolina Beach, where sun-drenched sands and volleyball courts await beach enthusiasts.
€116
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Pirates Cove
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Choose what matters most at beach hotels in Carolina Beach

Pool
Breakfast included
4 stars
Adult-only
Family-friendly

Beach hotels with pools in Carolina Beach

A pool area with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean.
A balcony with a view of the beach and ocean during sunset.
A pathway leading to a beach with umbrellas and a pier.
A spacious hotel lobby with a long dining table, multiple seating options, and large windows offering views of the outside.

Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront
Downtown
€156
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront
A wooden pier with tables and chairs, leading to a beach area with a view of the ocean.
A wooden deck with tables and stools, a small green structure with a sign, and the ocean in the background.
A hotel corridor with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a view of the sea through the windows.
A hotel with a parking lot and beach view.

Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton

Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton
Wilmington Beach
€136
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton
A wooden deck with white chairs and green umbrellas overlooking a beach.
A room with a large window overlooking a beach, a kitchenette with a refrigerator, microwave, and coffee maker, and a wooden cabinet with drawers.
A beach with sand and sparse vegetation.
A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, and a balcony with a view of the ocean.

The Beach House

The Beach House
Carolina Beach
€92
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
The Beach House
A coastal hotel with a boardwalk, beach access, and a gazebo.
A resort with a swimming pool, beach access, and a boardwalk.
A balcony with a view of a pool and ocean.
A modern kitchen with a large island, bar stools, and a hanging light fixture.

Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach Oceanfront
Downtown
€119
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach Oceanfront
An outdoor patio area with wooden seating, a fire pit, hanging plants, and string lights.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a blue accent wall, a ceiling fan, and a small desk with a lamp.
A covered corridor with white brick walls, wooden beams, and a metal railing.
A covered balcony with a pool, overlooking a residential area with houses and a clear sky.

Dry Dock Inn

Dry Dock Inn
Carolina Beach
€107
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Dry Dock Inn
A balcony with a view of the ocean, white railings, and a clear sky.
A room with a white sofa, a round table with a book, a woven pendant light, and a painting on the wall.
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a beach with umbrellas and people, and a building with balconies.
A beach with waves, umbrellas, and people.

Oceaneer

Oceaneer
Wilmington Beach
€114
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Oceaneer
A nighttime scene with a large crowd gathered to watch fireworks.
A restaurant with a 'Welcome to Lazy Pirate' sign, outdoor seating, and a bar area.
An outdoor restaurant with wooden beams, bar area, and outdoor seating.
A colorful building with a sign reading "The Drummer's Retreat."

Pirates Cove

Pirates Cove
Carolina Beach
€116
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Pirates Cove
Terrace/patio
A neatly arranged bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a wall-mounted artwork, and a radiator.
Pool
A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, a ceiling light, and a window with blinds.

Premium Queen Room Hotel- 2 Pools, Near Beach/Boardwalk, Pets not Allowed

Premium Queen Room Hotel- 2 Pools, Near Beach/Boardwalk, Pets not Allowed
Carolina Beach
€145
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Premium Queen Room Hotel- 2 Pools, Near Beach/Boardwalk, Pets not Allowed
Terrace/patio
A compact living space with a grey sofa, a microwave, and a small wooden table. A white door and a window with blinds are visible.
Pool
A compact room with a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a small kitchenette, and a wicker ottoman.

Queen Room Hotel- 2 Pools, Near Beach/Boardwalk, No Pets Allowed

Queen Room Hotel- 2 Pools, Near Beach/Boardwalk, No Pets Allowed
Carolina Beach
€140
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Queen Room Hotel- 2 Pools, Near Beach/Boardwalk, No Pets Allowed
An outdoor patio area with wooden benches, a table, and string lights.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a sink, a coffee maker, and a Galanz refrigerator.
A room with a bed, a black door with the number 3, and a white brick wall.
A narrow hallway leading to a bathroom with a toilet and a shower curtain. There is a wooden shelf unit with hangers to the right.

Comfort Suite ,Hotel Room - 2 Pools, Near Beach/Boardwalk, No Pets Allowed

Comfort Suite ,Hotel Room - 2 Pools, Near Beach/Boardwalk, No Pets Allowed
Carolina Beach
€194
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Comfort Suite ,Hotel Room - 2 Pools, Near Beach/Boardwalk, No Pets Allowed
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Top Carolina Beach Hotel Reviews

Pirates Cove

Pirates Cove

8/10 Good
"i enjoyed it there would stay again very close to the beach staff was friendly and room was clean"
merlinda 1-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Pirates Cove
Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach Oceanfront

10/10 Excellent
"This place is great, traveled with the family and it’s right next to the boardwalk and right on the beach."
Ismael 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach Oceanfront
Carolina Beach Inn

Carolina Beach Inn

10/10 Excellent
"This was the first time I stayed here and it was for my birthday. It's definitely a nice and cozy spot for the weekend"
Cynthia 2-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Carolina Beach Inn
Cutest Cottage on the Beach- FREE WIFI and Laundry Included sleeps 5

Cutest Cottage on the Beach- FREE WIFI and Laundry Included sleeps 5

10/10 Excellent
"Clean great location and family friendly"
Anna A. 3-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
Cutest Cottage on the Beach- FREE WIFI and Laundry Included sleeps 5

Frequently asked questions

What is Carolina Beach like for travellers who love the beach?
Known for its beaches, Carolina Beach offers a lot for the traveller planning a beach getaway.
What's the best hotel to stay near the beach in Carolina Beach?
Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront is a top beachfront hotel offering free breakfast and free WiFi, located within a short 1-minute walk of Carolina Beach . Other good choices for your beach trip include The Beach House and Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton.
How many beach hotels will I find in Carolina Beach?
Expedia has 7 beach hotels in Carolina Beach that are great for your beachside getaway.
When's the best time for a beach holiday in Carolina Beach?
Plan your trip to the beach with a look at weather throughout the year in Carolina Beach: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 26°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 12°C. Average annual precipitation for Carolina Beach is 1457 mm.
What is there to see and do around Carolina Beach?
After checking into your accommodation of choice, you'll probably want to venture out and explore. If you're excited to scope out the beaches, spend a relaxing day by the water at Carolina Beach or Freeman Park. Make time for a range of local attractions, which include Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Carolina Beach State Park. You can also pay a visit to Carolina Beach Fishing Pier or Kure Beach for more to see and do.
What's the best way to get to my beach hotel in Carolina Beach?
Here's some information to help you get to and around your beach accommodation in Carolina Beach with ease. If you're looking to fly to Carolina Beach, the closest major airport is in Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.), located 16.1 mi (25.9 km) from the city centre. If you'd like to venture out around the area, consider renting a car to explore more sights.