Carolina Beach Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Where to stay in Carolina Beach

Wilmington Beach
While there might not be top attractions in Wilmington Beach, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Kure Beach Pier.

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

Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront
Staff was very nice and helpfull. Breakfast was good also
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025

Courtyard Carolina Beach Oceanfront
I loved the view. Room was nice. Great location. Front desk staff could be friendlier. I have a service dog and I kept hearing the front desk women whispering about her. They really shouldn’t assume that service dogs are all large seeing-eye type dogs. Hopefully next time I stay here management will ...
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025

Dry Dock Inn
Cute beachy place
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025

Sea Colony by Carolina Retreats
It was an end unit, so it had beautiful views. Also had an elevator and a luggage cart, no walking stairs with all your things!!. Pool was great too! The unit was updated and very nicer decorated. I plan on staying here again!!
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

Sunskipper by Carolina Retreats

Sands by Carolina Retreats
Property was exactly as pictured. The view was amazing. Rooms were spotless. I’ve never enjoyed a vacation more!
Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025
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
Learn about the local history of Carolina Beach with a stop at Carolina Beach Fishing Pier. 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 Yacht Club and Marina
Explore the waterfront in Carolina Beach with a trip to Carolina Beach Yacht Club and Marina. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
- Carolina Beach
- Carolina Beach Fishing Pier
- Freeman Park
- Carolina Beach Yacht Club and Marina
- Carolina Beach Arcade
- Carolina Beach Lake Park
- Mike Chappell Park
- Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School
- Four Hounds Distilling
- Federal Point History Center
- Good Hops Brewing
- Live Oak Bank Pavilion
- North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher
- Kure Beach Pier
- Cape Fear Community College
- Cape Fear River
- Fort Fisher State Historic Site
- Southport Marina







